Information for Cruise Passengers
Welcome Program
Welcome to Corner Brook! From the moment you step ashore, you’ll be greeted with a warm Newfoundland welcome. Our friendly Information Officers-easy to spot in their branded attire and green tartan scarves-are here to help you make the most of your time in Corner Brook. They’re happy to answer questions, offer recommendations, and provide city maps, brochures, and up-to-date information right at the dock.
You’ll also find our Information Kiosk conveniently located near the shuttle pick-up and drop-off area, open throughout the day to help you plan your visit. When you arrive downtown, look for our City Ambassadors in blue jackets near City Hall-they’re ready to help with directions, tips, and friendly local advice.
To make your arrival even more enjoyable, the dockside comes alive with live local music, a bustling market, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary luggage tags-all designed to immerse you in our culture from the moment you arrive. The fun continues downtown at the City of Corner Brook Civic Square, where you’ll find a lively vendor market and, on select days, live entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
What To Do
Cruise passengers can pre-book their shore experiences directly through their respective cruise line, ensuring a seamless and memorable visit. Our trusted shore excursion providers are well-established and respected in the industry, partnering with local vendors to deliver exceptional experiences. From classic bus tours to Indigenous and culturally rich excursions, scenic explorations, and adventure tours, they offer a diverse and ever-evolving range of experiences across Corner Brook, the Humber Bay of Islands (North and South Shore), Steady Brook, Deer Lake, and Gros Morne National Park (North and South Shore).
Make the most of your day in Port as an independent traveller with local insights from the Humber Bay of Islands guides—visit their website (LINK) to plan your adventure. From the best restaurants and cafés to hidden gems and must-see sights, they’ll help you explore the very best of our picturesque region.
How To Get Around
Downtown Corner Brook is just a ten-minute (700 m / 0.4 mile) walk from the dock. Prefer not to walk? A complimentary shuttle runs between the port and downtown (Corner Brook City Hall, 5 Park St), returning to the port. Service starts about 30 minutes after the ship arrives and continues until one hour before departure.
For guests with mobility needs, a five-seater electric golf cart is available to assist with shuttle or tour bus transfers during the first 2–3 hours in port, and afterward on request through a Cruise Information Officer. From Monday to Friday, cruise passengers can also use the City of Corner Brook’s on-demand accessible bus – pre-booking isn’t available, so check with a Cruise Information Officer for details.
For guests who wish to create their own tour, City Taxi and Star & Corner Taxi are available dockside. To pre-book an exclusive experience, we recommend Gros Morne Tours and Transportation, Luxury Limos, and Ride in Style.
Important Information
Canadian banks are federally regulated, so cash exchanges-including foreign currency-must be done through a bank account. ATMs are widely available throughout Corner Brook for easy access to Canadian dollars. Most businesses happily accept both CAD and USD, and the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) is 15%.
Corner Brook has a cool, maritime climate with mild summers, crisp autumns, snowy winters, and gradually warming springs. The weather can change quickly, so layering is recommended to stay comfortable while exploring the city and the surrounding natural beauty.
Season |
Average Temps |
What to Wear |
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Winter (Dec–Feb) |
Low: -8°C (18°F) High: -1°C (30°F) |
Heavy winter coat, insulated layers, hat, gloves, scarf, waterproof boots |
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Spring (Mar–May) |
Low: High: 2–12°C (36–54°F) |
Waterproof jacket, layers, sweaters, long pants, sturdy shoes, hat |
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Summer (Jun–Aug) |
Low: 10–12°C (50–54°F) High: 18–22°C (64–72°F) |
Light layers, T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, light jacket or sweater, comfortable shoes, rain jacket/umbrella |
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Fall (Sep–Nov) |
Low: High: 12–6°C (54–43°F) |
Layers, warm jacket, sweaters, long pants, scarf, hat, waterproof shoes/boots |
Canada is a bilingual country, with both English and French as official languages. In Western Newfoundland, English is the primary language spoken, though you may encounter some French in certain communities and experiences.
Newfoundland is a little different – literally! The island is half an hour ahead of the rest of Atlantic Canada, giving it its own unique time zone.
Fun Facts about Western Newfoundland
No creep crawlies here!
The island of Newfoundland has no poison ivy, snakes, raccoons, porcupines or skunks – but it does boat over 300 species of wild orchids.
Eat your veggies… or not!
The provincial flower, the Pitcher Plant, is a carnivorous plant that eats insects.
Only in Newfoundland & Labrador:
the province has its own dictionary, a pony, and two famous dog breeds – the Newfoundland Dog and the Labrador Retriever.
Coastline dreams:
With over 17,000 km of coastline, the province is dotted with fjords, inlets, coves, guts, bays, and tickles, alongside picturesque historic towns and fishing villages.
Bird paradise:
Newfoundland is home to more than 300 bird species, including falcons, hawks, osprey, eagles, and the largest Atlantic puffin colony in North America.
Legendary hospitality:
Don’t be surprised if a Newfoundlander invites you in for dinner or a “mug up and a yarn” (tea and a chat)—friendly, genuine hospitality is part of island life.
Small-town charm:
The population of Corner Brook is just over 20,000, with about 40,000 in the surrounding region.
Fjord country:
Western Newfoundland rivals Norway for fjords! The Port of Corner Brook sits at the end of Humber Arm, a 35-nautical-mile fjord – one of the longest in Atlantic Canada.
Geological wonders:
Nearby Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcases ancient mantle rocks from a continental collision millions of years ago. You can also see similar rocks in the Blow Me Down Mountains while sailing down Humber Arm.
Wildlife galore:
Gros Morne has one of the highest concentrations of moose in the world, even though moose were introduced in 1878. The mountains near Corner Brook also host some of the most southerly caribou herds in North America.
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