Fogo Island launches new economic development non-profit

FOGO ISLAND, NL – The Fogo Island Economic Development Partnership (EDP) is now officially a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the economic development of the island community. The EDP begins to serve the island as it celebrates the 50th anniversaries of...

Fisheries Union Applauds Work Of Co-Ops

When it comes to the fishery, co-op groups can work. That’s the message from FFAW President Keith Sullivan who was commenting on the Fogo Island Co-op Group, which just celebrated 50 years on the island. He says the group has helped improve the economy in the region,...

Governments Invest in Tourism and Fishing Industries on Fogo Island

News Release From Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Federal and provincial government investments help strengthen and diversify area’s economic sectors August 26, 2017 – Fogo Island, NL – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Continued economic success depends on a...

The Broadcast The Fogo Island Co-op

Dave Quinton and the crew check in on life on the island that resisted resettlement and established the Fogo Island Co-op back in 1967. Listen on CBC