Triton, Newfoundland Labrador, is a charming town nestled on Triton Island, just off the northeastern coast of Newfoundland. As the economic hub of Green Bay South, Triton has seen a steady growth in businesses and infrastructure, making it a vibrant community in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
In the early days of settlement, Triton, Newfoundland Labrador, had strong ties with Twillingate, where local fishermen traded cod. The 1890s saw the establishment of the first stores at Little Triton Harbour, managed by families acting as agents for merchants at Little Bay Islands.
A significant business was set up at Great Triton Harbour, supplying many fishermen in the area and providing schooners for the Labrador fishery. With a robust inshore fishery, increasing involvement in the Labrador fishery, and winter logging for lumber and pulp and paper industries, Triton's population grew significantly, reaching 470 in 1935 and 625 in 1951.
Triton East and West incorporated in 1955, followed by Jim's Cove and Card's Harbour in 1958. In 1961, these two municipalities amalgamated as a rural district. The construction of a causeway in 1968, linking Triton Island to Pilley's Island and the mainland, spurred further growth. However, this also marked the decline of Little Triton, which was soon abandoned due to its lack of road access.
In 1980, Triton saw the opening of a new fish plant, Triton Seafoods, at Little Triton Harbour, and a road was built to it. The same year, the rural district was re-incorporated as the town of Triton.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Triton, Newfoundland Labrador, had a population of 896 living in 390 of its 457 total private dwellings. This represented a change of -8.9% from its 2016 population of 983. With a land area of 7.54 km2 (2.91 sq mi), Triton had a population density of 118.8/km2 (307.8/sq mi) in 2021.
Despite the slight decline in population, Triton, Newfoundland Labrador, continues to thrive as a community. The town saw the opening of new businesses and buildings in 2017, adding to its economic growth. Triton also boasts a swimming pool, skatepark, and a small basketball court, providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, trailer campsites near the community offer a unique experience for tourists seeking to explore the natural beauty of Triton Island.
