English Harbour West

English Harbour West is a village located on the south west shore of Fortune Bay. It is noted for its bank fishing and inshore fishing.[1] The Way Office was established in 1866 on April 1. The first Way Master was Albert Stirling. In 1891 it became a Post Office town and William Evans was the first Postmaster.

English Harbour West

English Harbour West is now a part of the Town of St. Jacques-Coomb's Cove.[2]

Fitzgerald Academy a kindergarten to Level IV school is located in English Harbour West.[3]

References
  1. Stoodley, Allan. "From fertilizer to delicacy: The history of lobster fishing in Fortune Bay". CBC News. Retrieved 25 November 2020.
  2. "St. Jacques Island Lighthouse". Parks Canada. Retrieved Nov 25, 2020.
  3. "Fitzgerald Academy". Newfoundland and Labrador English School District. Retrieved 25 November 2020.

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