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Natuashish is a new community created so as to relocate the residents of Davis Inlet to a mainland area.  It is a community of 650 people and it is nestled in the woods adjacent to Sango Mountain .  With the change of community location the residents are beginning a new chapter in their history.  The town is still undergoing construction but when complete the people will enjoy better quality of life through mechanisms like a modern school, improved health care facilities, high quality homes, and clean drinking water.  

The population is predominately Mushuau Innu people.  Recreational activities involve mainly outdoor pursuits such as fishing, hunting and trapping, and snowmobiling.  Hockey and volleyball are two popular indoor sports.  The dominate church presence is Roman Catholic.  Economic activity centers around government organizations and private businesses.

The creation of a new community promises some new challenges and exciting opportunities.

Some pics of the new school...

Infrastructure

• Power: Diesel Power NF/Labrador Hydro
  
  

• Water: Natuashish is serviced with community water and sewer.  
  

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Transportation

• Air: Air Labrador  and Provincial Airlines (Sunday -Friday). Return air-fare Goose Bay - Natuashish is approximately $400 - $450.
  
  

• Marine:    Marine Atlantic coastal boat originating in Cartwright, NL (July - November).  Any personal belongings should be shipped approximately two weeks prior to arrival in Natuashis.  Address c/o. Mushuau Innu Natuashish School, Natuashish, Labrador, NL, A0P 1A0.
  
  

• Local:  Speedboats, snowmobiles, four wheelers & some pickup - trucks.
  

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Media & Communications:

• Telephone:  Direct dialing from Aliant Telecom - NewTel.  Hook up can be arranged prior to your arrival if accommodations are known.
  
  

• Radio/TV:  Satellite Cable T.V.
  

• Mail:  Local Post Office - A0P 1A0

  P.O. Box 104 - School Address
  

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Facilities/Services

• Medical:  Health Labrador Corporation - 2 to 3 nurses, Public Health Nurse.  Monthly visits from dentists and a doctor.  Annual visits from the eye doctor.  Air ambulance provided for emergencies.
  
  

• Religion:  Roman Catholic
  

• RCMP:  Four regular members & local tribal police
  

• Public Accommodations:

  Visitors occasionally board with teachers (teacher's discretion)
  
  

• Sports, Recreation & Leisure:  Community runs gym nights, walking, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, Hunting & Fishing.
  
  

• Education:

  Labrador School Board

  K-12 (enrollment 260)

  Computer Lab/ Library / Gymnasium / Home Ec. / Industrial Arts

  17 Teachers - 8 Student Teachers (Including hall monitors)

  Resource Centres - L.S.B. and N.M.S.S.

  Student Breakfast Program - Operates at 8:00 am
  
  

• Teacher Housing: Located across the road from the school.  
  
  

• Banking:  

  All banking through Happy Valley-Goose Bay.  Payroll available through direct deposit or cheque can be received through the mail.  Personal cheques accepted at local stores and gas station

  Food and fuel loan may be available through NLTA.  For more information contact NLTA at 1-800-563-3277.
  

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Suggested Items to Bring

• Household:  T.V. / Radio (Entertainment Center) - broom & mop

  utensils, pots & pans, dishes - small appliances (microwave/ toaster/ coffee maker/ kettle)

  alarm clock - shower curtain

  bed clothes / pillows - wall hangings & mirrors
  
  

  Major Household items are available on site which include: washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, beds and dressers.
  
  

• Groceries:  Teachers in the past have placed food orders for the full year with grocery distributors.  However, most items are available at the one local grocery store.
  
  

• Clothing:  Rubber boots, rain gear, warm winter hat, mitts, boots, jacket, snow pants, face mask, goggles.  Clothing items rated for - 70 or lower are recommended.
  
  

• Snowmobile:  It is not essential for travel, but in the past many teachers have used snowmobiles for recreation and trips to neighboring communities during winter.
  

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Contact People:

• Mr. Robert Myers, Principal, 478 - 8971 (Work)
  
  

• Mrs. Ada Healy V.P. 478 - 8971
  
  

• Wayne Olford, Program Specialist - Natuashish, 896 - 2431 ext. 235 (work)
  

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