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North West River

North West River (sometimes spelled Northwest River) is a small town of 560 (in 2021) settled by Europeans in 1743 as a fur trading post in Labrador, about 40 km northeast of Happy Valley-Goose Bay (HVGB). The town sits on the western foreshore of Lake Melville, which is connected to the open ocean via Hamilton Inlet.

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  1. See

    Labrador Heritage Museum

    Contains the restored 1923 Hudson's Bay trading post with various artefacts relating to the fur trade, exploration, the Grenfell Mission and local Labrador history. Labrador Heritage Craft Shop (+1 709 497-8282) and tea room.

    Jun–Sep: daily. Winter by appointmentAdults $3, Youths $2

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    Labrador Interpretation Centre

    A comprehensive view into the history and culture of Labrador. Aboriginal history; discover the founding peoples of Labrador – Innu, Inuit, Metis and settlers. Art gallery, temporary exhibit space and a small theatre. The permanent exhibition "The Past is Where We Come From" presents works of art and artefacts from each culture in Inuktitut, Innu-aimun and English. Onsite parking available.

    Late Apr-early Oct: Mon–Sat 9AM–4:30PM, Sun noon–4:30PMFree

  3. See

    Lester Burry Memorial Park

    Not an important park by any means, but it contains the Trapper's Monument, as well as some nice southerly foreshore views of the lake.

  4. Eat

    Riverside Restaurant

    The only restaurant in town that is not in a hotel, with typical Labrador cuisine.

    Mon–Sat 11AM–9PM, Sun 11AM–6PM

  5. See

    Sunday Hill Park

    This park contains Sunday Hill Lookout, the highest point in town, which gives you a great view of Labrador scenery without having to venture off the beaten track. The park also has a few other walking trails, too.

    May 21–Oct 31

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    North West River Beach Festival

    Labrador's biggest summer music festival. Local performers playing traditional Labrador music, crafts, food and games.

    Two days, last weekend in July

  7. Buy

    CRB Supermarket

    The town's only supermarket, with basic amenities available.

    Mon–Sun 9AM–9PM