All-Terrain Wheelchair Available for Public Use

An all-terrain wheelchair is now available for public use at Grand Bay West Beach, helping make the beach more accessible and welcoming for everyone. The wheelchair is available for anyone who needs support navigating sand and shoreline areas. Location: Enter

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Mark Your Calendars!

The Town of Channel-Port aux Basques is thrilled to announce Come Home Year 2030. It will happen during the week of August 8th through 14th, 2030.

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Swimming Pool Schedule

The pool has certified lifeguards on duty at all times with swim lanes, a waterslide, hot tub and swim aides available. The spring/summer Swimming Pool Schedule is now available.

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Mark your Calendars

For a week-long celebration of community, memories, and home

Port aux Basques is proud to begin planning for Come Home Year 2030 — a special celebration where friends, families, and former residents return to reconnect with the town they love.

Mark your calendar for the week of August 8th through 14th, 2030.

Join us for a week filled with music, food, storytelling, and community events as we celebrate our shared history and the spirit of Newfoundland hospitality.

More details will be announced as planning begins!

Canada's Ferry Gateway to Newfoundland

The gulf crossing between North Sydney and Channel-Port aux Basques is always a memorable lifetime experience. The ferries are among the largest ice breaking ferries in the world. They look like cruise ships and they can each take 1200 passengers and 350 cars. Book early to ensure availability.

Rare Historic Find

About our two Astrolabes

Two Astrolabes dated from the early 1600’s were discovered near Channel-Port aux Basques. They are both in mint condition and in working order. A very rare and valuable find for Newfoundland and all of Canada.