The Inuit cultural heritage of southern Labrador in the 19th century

For this paper, the southern Labrador sub-cultural area includes the regions of the south Labrador coast, the Strait of Belle Isle, and the Lower North Shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Following a presentation of the historical presence of Inuit and Euro-Inuit Metis in this region in the 19th century, the Inuit cultural heritage is presented under eight headings: generalist way of life; alternating habitats and transhumance; residential group; sod house; seal economy; market economy; means of transportation; and sealskin clothing and accessories. Combined with the Amerindian and Euro-Canadian heritages, this Inuit cultural heritage has contributed to the making of the unique Metis culture of southern Labrador.