Pros & Cons of Living in Newfoundland

⚠️ Must watch for future prospective Newfoundlanders ⚠️ If you want to know the TRUTH about what to expect in Newfoundland.

Made for anyone moving to Newfoundland including ex-pats from other countries or inter-provincial migration.

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[abouttime]

In the past few years Newfoundland has seen a significant increase in immigrants from Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East.... oh yes, also former Islanders and Canadians moving here as well. It is such a perfect place for everyone to start their lives again. Simplicity is the key as well as acceptance. In some ways it reminds me of Portland, Seattle and Vancouver but without the wealth or crime.

[TheJojo]

Along with the content shared, I appreciate your delivery style - brief, direct, honest. So many of these pros/cons videos are tarted up with gimmicks, teasers, and wit, which distract from the topic. Thank you for this refreshing, informative video.

[SweetArt]

I'm so glad you spoke about the healthcare aspect, thank you! ❤

[OleGit]

Grew up there. I remember lots of cold damp weather and how expensive groceries were and still are from what I understand.

[JhonaPelogna]

Planning to move to newfoundland. Thanks for sharing some info.

[chavafinkler]

This man speaks the truth! I lived in Newfoundland for 5 years & did not have a family doctor the entire time. I had to go to emerg to renew my prescription for routine medication. That was typically a 6 or 7 hour wait. If you require specialist medical care, better have $$ to fly to Halifax. There are some specialists in St. John's but many have moved away. MDs often lack necessary medical equipment so even diagnostics may require travel.
I love the ROCK with all my heart. If their health care system was up to snuff, Id go back in a minute. The people are kind hearted warm
and friendly. Id give most anything for the salt spray and the wind tossing my hat off my head. I miss it so much! Sadly, the lack of health care forced me to move away.

[georgeshotzbarger]

I visited Newfoundland about 20 years ago to visit some literary sites from THE BIRD ARTIST, THE SHIPPING NEWS and THE COLONY OF UNREQUITED DREAMS -- plus the old Viking settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows. It was a truly wonderful journey, in so many ways, but moving there (as a friend had done, to a village between Corner Brook & Lark Harbour) never once crossed my mind. Still, I would love to return & stay a few months, during the summer & somewhere near St. John's.

[draiken]

Great video, glad I came across it. I’ve been dreaming about moving to Newfoundland for most of my life, currently living in Ottawa (Ontario) and how the cost of living has increased as much as it has, I’ve been looking at finally moving to Newfoundland even more seriously now. Thanks for the short but informative video!

[BobEngleman]

The speaker mentioned George St. Obviously, there has been a radical change since I departed after my discharge from the U.S. Navy in 1963. I was aware of George St., I think it paralled and ran a block west of the happening Water St., but do not recall ever visiting any businesses on George in the 2 1/2 yrs. of my stay.

[stephenfermoyle]

The PEOPLE are the nicest in the world

[montgomeryclark]

Well, Hello! Happy that I found you! I did a search for "Homesteading Newfoundland" and you came up in the mix. I'm considering 5-10 acres of land, 30-60 minutes from civilization and a hospital. Interested in starting a small family farm. I've been researching the Maritimes for about six months and narrowing in on Newfoundland island. It concerns me that the island is becoming a hot spot when taxes are already high and services are lacking (medical.) I'm open as to exact location but wondering if you could point me in a direction Re: MLS land listings. I was hoping for a good deal but you're giving me the impression that I may be too late for that ( ha! Won't be the first time!). Anyway, looking forward to watching more. Great content! Hope you'll keep it up!

[autokss]

Concise and to the point. Great video. Strange things the YouTube algorithm recommends; glad it did though!

[inferidii]

am seriously considering newfoundland for retirement in about 11 years, a lot of places don't charge municipal taxes and it more than compensates for higher costs for food and gas, houses are on average 100 k cheaper than NB again compensating for costs of living, the healthcare issue bothers me a bit though, even private clinics where you pay are full ? for a yearly health blood check for example ? so you have to go to NB for a yearly health check ?

[samanthathompson]

I'm worried about the healthcare situation. I need a family doctor, and apparently there just aren't any taking patients.
Seriously, what do people without a doctor and no walkin clinic do? Just get sick and either get better by themselves or die?Otherwise I'd strongly consider NL as I want a home of my own.

[thepuniversity]

Hi. I hope to ask. Is there a Trattoria supermarket in Saint John Downtown? Thanks.

[ejbaggaley]

I lived in Newfoundland for four years when I was a child. I loved it Best place in Canada to live.

I’d love to live there again, but I’m not sure if I could afford to. However, if I was a millionaire I’d go live there tomorrow

[AmitDuttaDU]

Hay Jay! I didn’t know you had a YouTube channel. I have a YouTube channel which I have created recently. Cheers!!

[flyinskywithdeepmusic]

What about virtual visa, trying to get people from south asia like nepal, india . They should apply or not... please make videos on it

[opprometheus]

I've always pronounced it... new fin lynd Even though I left in 1959, but will be back someday.

[brown]

what about IT professionals, they are in demand or not ?