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Labrador is the distinct, northerly region of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It comprises the mainland portion of the province, separated from the island of Newfoundland by the Strait of Belle Isle...

Timeline of Events

1534

4.20.1534

Jacques Cartier begins the voyage during which he discovers Canada and Labrador.

1871

6.13.1871

In Labrador, a hurricane kills 300 people.

1965

2.1.1965

The Hamilton River in Labrador, Canada is renamed the Churchill River in honour of Winston Churchill.

1972

6.16.1972

The largest single-site hydro-electric power project in Canada is inaugurated at Churchill Falls, Labrador.