TOWN OF FORTUNE

Contact Person: Linda Collier Address: Temple Street Fortune , NL  A0E 1P0 Tel: 709 832 2810   Fax: 709 832 2210 Email: townoffortune@eastlink.ca Website: www.townoffortune.ca

Gateway to the French Islands of St. Pierre & Miquelon (departure/return for SPM Ferry) Fortune (2006 population: 1,458) was incorporated in 1946.  The town is located near the southeastern boundary of Fortune Bay. The name of the town is believed to have originated from the Portuguese word "fortuna" meaning "harbour of good fortune." The main industry in Fortune is the ocean fishery but in recent times, tourism and small business have excelled.  Fortune is also the nearest Canadian port for travelling to the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon.  Attractions Fortune Head Ecological Reserve Fortune Head Geology Centre The "Fortuna" Horse Brook Walking Trail Multi-Purpose/Dog Park Wade Drake & Burch Nash Family Memorial Park