 |
|
Regional Overview |
|
|
The Burin Peninsula Rural Secretariat region covers the area south of, but not including, Swift Current encompassing the entire Peninsula.
Comprised of 40 communities the Burin Peninsula region was reported as having a population of 23,710 in 2001. Of these 40 communities there is only one community that is not located on the coast and approximately 60% of the people live in communities that have a population of 1,000 or more. The only town with a population over 5,000 is Marystown, which is the main service centre for the region.
Following an open nomination process, a Regional Council to represent the Burin Peninsula was established. This Council consists of 11 individuals from around the region with varying backgrounds and interests from larger and smaller communities. The Council has met seven times since its establishment in August 2005. The Council is supported by a Regional Partnership Planner, Greg Dominaux and the regional office is located at the College of the North Atlantic campus in Burin.
The Burin Peninsula, referred to as “The Boot” by many, is a region steeped in rich history, culture and tradition. Not unlike other areas in Newfoundland and Labrador, the Burin Peninsula has relied upon the exploitation of its natural resources to drive its economy. The fishery continues to play a major role in the region’s economy but other sectors such as marine fabrication, small based manufacturing and tourism are also prominent. The Burin Peninsula is also home to Mortier Bay one of the deepest, ice free most sheltered ports in the world, the Provincial Seaman’s Museum and is the gateway to the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon.
|
|
|
|
Council
