Garnish, a quaint town nestled on the west coast of the Burin Peninsula, Newfoundland Labrador, has a rich history steeped in lumbering. Today, it is renowned for its thriving lobstering operations. Conveniently located on Route 213, Garnish is a mere 25 km journey along Route 220 northwest of Grand Bank and 18 km along Route 220 east of Marystown.
The town's history dates back to 1852 when the Way Office was established, with Henry Campe serving as the first Waymaster. Over the years, Garnish, Newfoundland Labrador, has evolved from a lumbering town to a lobstering hub, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of its residents.
As per the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Garnish, Newfoundland Labrador, boasted a population of 542. These residents were spread across 243 of the town's 306 total private dwellings. This represented a slight decrease of -4.6% from its 2016 population of 568.
The town, with a land area of 39.1 km2 (15.1 sq mi), had a population density of 13.9/km2 (35.9/sq mi) in 2021. Despite the slight dip in population, Garnish, Newfoundland Labrador, continues to be a vibrant community, offering a unique blend of history and modernity.
