Lewin's Cove

Lewin’s Cove sits on the Burin Peninsula in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, where an indented Atlantic shoreline has long concentrated settlement around small bays and coves. This coastal community belongs to Newfoundland’s outport tradition, shaped by generations whose work and daily routines were closely tied to the inshore fishery. The wider peninsula is framed by Fortune Bay to the west and Placentia Bay to the east, with numerous small communities spread along its coves, harbours and headlands. Lewin’s Cove reflects the quieter residential side of this maritime region, away from the island’s largest urban centres. Continue with other webcams from the Burin Peninsula to see how this part of southern Newfoundland connects regionally.

Among Canada’s regions, Newfoundland and Labrador stands apart for its far-reaching North Atlantic coastline and the meeting of the island of Newfoundland with mainland Labrador. The province faces the Labrador Sea to the northeast and the Gulf of St. Lawrence along its western and southern reaches; its terrain ranges from exposed shores and barrens to forests, lakes and the Labrador Plateau. Gros Morne National Park, on Newfoundland’s west coast, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for geology that exposes deep sections of Earth’s crust. Inuit, Innu and Mi’kmaq communities are integral to the province’s living cultures, alongside outport traditions shaped by the cod fishery. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Canada has served as a frontier between French and British colonial powers since the 17th century. The world’s second-largest country extends from Atlantic shores to the Pacific and Arctic coasts, with the Canadian Shield, the Rocky Mountains, the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River shaping its vast geography. First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples are central to Canada’s identity, while Ottawa’s Parliament Hill represents its federal political life. French remains the official language of Quebec, adding a distinct dimension to the country’s public culture. See how Canada connects across North America by browsing webcams in neighbouring regions.