Newfoundland

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The Legend of Sheila NaGeira

She was said to be an Irish noblewoman, bound for a life of quiet devotion—until a ship, a capture, and a chance meeting changed everything. Swept from one world to another, Sheila NaGeira’s story became part legend, part love story, and entirely unforgettable.

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The Goose-Shaped Town: Is Gander Really a Gander?

Discover the quirky story behind Gander, Newfoundland’s unusual street layout. Is the town really shaped like a goose? Explore its origins as a planned community, the postwar design choices, and why old maps might just make you believe in the "Gander gander."

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Trapped on an Iceberg

Inspired by a true story, 11-year-old Samuel and his family are stranded on an iceberg after a shipwreck. They are adrift more than 100km from land, fighting for survival.

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