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Burin Peninsula

Regional Overview

The Burin Peninsula Rural Secretariat region covers the area south of, but not including, Swift Current encompassing the entire Peninsula. Comprised of 39 communities the population of the Burin Peninsula is estimated to be 20,962 in 2009, or about 4.1% of the total provincial population. Of these 39 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.

The Burin Peninsula, affectionately 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.

Following an open nomination process, a Regional Council to represent the Burin Peninsula was established and presently consists of 10 individuals from around the region with varying backgrounds and interests from larger and smaller communities. Members of the Council have a variety of backgrounds that include municipal government, small business, education (secondary and post-secondary), economic development, tourism, culture, youth issues, labour market issues, and our social environment. The Council meets a minimum of four times a year and is supported by a Regional Partnership Planner, Greg Dominaux whose office is located in Burin.

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