Pool's Cove
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History & Town Information
Historically, Pool's Cove has been an important location for the local fishing industry, and while fishing remains a part of its economy, the town has diversified in recent years especially in the logging industry.[2]
Pool's Cove contains a community museum that showcases the local history and heritage, including the stories of nearby resettled communities.
The village is also the gateway to the Bay du Nord River, a designated Canadian Heritage River, which offers opportunities for backcountry wilderness recreation, including canoeing, kayaking, angling, and birdwatching.[3]
The current town mayor as of 2024 is Edmund Perham.[4]
Demographics
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Pool's Cove is located on the Connaigre Peninsula, and can be accessed by driving Route 360 or taking the passenger ferry from Bay L'Argent on the Burin Peninsula. Access to Pool's Cove is unique as it is one of the stops on the ferry route connecting Rencontre East to Bay L'Argent.[5][6] The ferry service is passenger-only, meaning no vehicles are allowed.[7][3]
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