St John’s has a unique and distinctive history, known as one of the oldest English settlements in North America. It is the capital and largest city in Newfoundland and Labrador, known for its unique architecture and art community. St. John's also has an important sport culture. Amongst numerous sporting events, it is home to North America's oldest annual sporting event, the Royal St. John's Regatta which dates back to at least 1816. For more information on the city of St John’s, please see: http://www.stjohns.ca
