Town of Port Saunders
of Newfoundland's Ingornachoix Region
Town of Port Saunders
A Vibrant Community of 678 Residents
Welcome To
The Historic Town of Port Saunders, NL
Town of Port Saunders
Incredible photo opportunities await
Town of Port Saunders
Major Service Centre for the Great Northern Peninsula
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A Wonderful Place To Live

From humble beginnings as a small fishing town, Port Saunders has grown into a vibrant community. The peaceful and scenic surroundings make the town of Port Saunders a wonderful place to live. Our harbour has been a haven for many

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Monthly Town Meetings

Anyone requesting to have issues put on the agenda or requesting to speak at the monthly town meeting is required to submit a request no later than the Thursday evening prior to the meeting. Town meetings are held on the

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Photo Opportunities

With the coming of spring and summer, our tourists can count on incredible photo opportunities of our historical waterfront of individual fishing stages and wharves. For travellers looking for an escape, the town of Port Saunders offers serenity by the

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The town of Port Saunders got its name when three British war ships returned from Battle Harbour, Labrador. A ship under the command of “Admiral Saunders” came here and Port Saunders bears his name to the present day.  Learn More

Combined with the towns of Port au Choix and Hawkes Bay, the Ingornachoix Region is a major service centre for the central area of the Great Northern Peninsula. Many businesses are established within our town.  View Business Directory

Community services for Port Saunders include a K-12 school and a public library with public internet access. Health care is provided for the town and region at the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre.  Visit Community Services

Recreation facilities that are available include a ballfield, playground, recreational centre and trails. The regional arena is located in Port au Choix (9 kms north).  Visit Recreation

For more information, please visit the Port Saunders Town Office – or contact us by phone at (709) 861-3105 or via e-mail.