Little Canada, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Little Canada is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 3,148.

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

3,148 Population 12/sq mi density
44°F Avg Temperature

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How Little Canada Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,148
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Little Canada has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 103.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates47.5955°N, 52.7169°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.6"
59% above US avg
Snowfall 103.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 29, 2009.

Apr 29, 2009 28 km SW of Bay Roberts, Canada M3.3 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ernesto (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Ernesto Category 1 149 km
2021 Larry Category 1 141 km
2014 Gonzalo Category 1 155 km
2010 Igor Category 1 117 km
1982 Debby Category 2 162 km
1980 Georges Category 1 254 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1864 SW AVALON PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND Earthquake - - 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 5.6 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 5.0 in
April 35°F (2°C) 4.8 in
May 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 4.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 5.8 in

Little Canada has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Little Canada

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shakti Yoga Studio - - - -
The Dance Centre - - - -
MacDonald Drive Elementary - - - -
Macdonald Drive Junior High - - - -
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Radio Stations near Little Canada

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOCM-AM 590 St. John's, NL - AAC+ 57 kbps
CBC Radio One - St. John's, NL (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJYQ "New Country 930" St. John's, NL country AAC 130 kbps
VOAR 96.7 "Lighthouse FM" St. John's, NL christian MP3 128 kbps
CKIX-FM "Hot 99.1" St. John's, NL contemporary hit radio, new format rebranding AAC 130 kbps
CHOZ-FM 94.7 "OZ FM" St. John's, NL hot adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Newfoundland and Labrador's Pioneer Radio Station oldies, religion MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Little Canada

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apothecary Hall
Apothecary Hall
Bell Island #2 Mine and Community Museum
Blackhead One Room Church and School Museum
Cabot Tower
Cape Spear Lighthouse Museum
James J. O'Mara Pharmacy Museum
Manuel's River Interpretation Center
Newman Wine Vaults
Petty Harbour Museum
Signal Hill Park Interpretation Centre
The Rooms

Libraries in Little Canada

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A.C. Hunter Public Library0.0
Marjorie Mews Public Library0.0
Michael Donovan Public Library0.0
Mount Pearl Public Library0.0
Queen Elizabeth II Library0.0
Torbay Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Little Canada

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lester's Farm Market
St. John's Farmer's Market

Hotels in Little Canada

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn

Cafes in Little Canada

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Little Canada

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coverdale Clinics St. John's
Newfoundland Drive Medical Centre
Wedgewood Medical Centre

Veterinaries in Little Canada

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Torbay Road Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Little Canada

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving
Newfoundland Drive Esso

Banks in Little Canada

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
BMO
Newfoundland & Labrador Credit Union

Breweries in Little Canada

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banished Brewing
Quidi Vidi Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Little Canada

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Little Canada

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. John's International AirportYYTLarge Airport
Bell Island Airport-Small Airport
Harbour Grace Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Little Canada

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Little Canada

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Little Canada

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethesda Pentecostal Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Little Canada

What is the population of Little Canada?

Little Canada has a population of 3,148 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Little Canada?

Little Canada has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches, with 103.7 inches of snow.

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