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Economy

Although it is often described in different terms, the expedition that led to the discovery of Newfoundland was primarily an economic enterprise.
Tourism after Confederation

Newfoundland and Labrador's tourism industry continued to grow after Confederation, but at a slow pace.
Tourism before Confederation

Newfoundland's tourism industry dates back to the 1890s, when advances in rail and ocean transportation made the colony more accessible than before.