Pouch Cove, Newfoundland Labrador, is a charming town nestled in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. With a population of 2,063 according to the Canada 2021 Census, this quaint town is situated on the northeast Avalon Peninsula, a mere 27 kilometres north of St. John's, the province's bustling capital city.
The history of Pouch Cove, Newfoundland Labrador, dates back to 1611. It was during this time that fishermen from British ships, along with carpenters and other artisans, established a settlement. The town was officially incorporated in 1970, and the post office was established in 1975. The town is governed by a Council consisting of a Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and five councillors. The town's motto, "first to see the sun," is a nod to its geographical location, being the first place to witness the sunrise in North America. In 1987, Pouch Cove was amalgamated with the smaller rural settlement of Shoe Cove.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Pouch Cove, Newfoundland Labrador, had a population of 2,063 living in 823 of its 872 total private dwellings. This represented a slight decrease of -0.3% from its 2016 population of 2,069. With a land area of 58.24 km2 (22.49 sq mi), the town had a population density of 35.4/km2 (91.7/sq mi) in 2021.
One of the notable landmarks in Pouch Cove, Newfoundland Labrador, is the Clifton Lodge. The Society of United Fisherman’s Lodge #42, known as Clifton Lodge, was designated as a Registered Heritage Structure by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador in 2022. The Lodge was founded in 1900 and was named "Clifton" in honour of James A. Clift, the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge located in St. John’s. The original lodge was replaced by the current building, which was constructed between 1924 and 1926.
