PO Box 85, Cupids, NL A0A 2B0
In August 1610, Bristol merchant John Guy arrived at Cupids Cove in Conception Bay with thirty-eight settlers. The colony they established was the first English settlement in what became Canada.
Turn off Route 60 (the Conception Bay Highway) onto Seaforest Drive and continue on that road for approximately 2.7km.
Updated · Mis à jour — May 7, 2026
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The Canada Strong Pass is a 2025–2026 federal initiative designed to boost attendance and accessibility by offering free admission to children (17 and under) and 50% off for young adults (18–24). It aims to foster national heritage exploration, with the federal government (and some provincial governments) providing funding to offset lost revenue for participating institutions.
Le Laissez-passer Canada fort est une initiative fédérale 2025-2026 conçue pour stimuler la fréquentation et l'accessibilité en offrant l'admission gratuite aux enfants (17 ans et moins) et 50 % de réduction pour les jeunes adultes (18-24 ans). Il vise à encourager l'exploration du patrimoine national, le gouvernement fédéral (et certains gouvernements provinciaux) fournissant un financement pour compenser les pertes de revenus des établissements participants.
The Canada Strong Pass is a 2025–2026 federal initiative designed to boost attendance and accessibility by offering free admission to children (17 and under) and 50% off for young adults (18–24). It aims to foster national heritage exploration, with the federal government (and some provincial governments) providing funding to offset lost revenue for participating institutions. The 2026 summer program runs June 19 to September 7th, inclusive.
Le Laissez-passer Canada fort est une initiative fédérale 2025-2026 conçue pour stimuler la fréquentation et l'accessibilité en offrant l'admission gratuite aux enfants (17 ans et moins) et 50 % de réduction pour les jeunes adultes (18-24 ans). Il vise à encourager l'exploration du patrimoine national, le gouvernement fédéral (et certains gouvernements provinciaux) fournissant un financement pour compenser les pertes de revenus des établissements participants. Le programme estival 2026 se déroule du 19 juin au 7 septembre inclusivement.