The Independent is an independently owned and operated Newfoundland and Labrador weekly newspaper. It is the only provincewide newspaper in the province, available at more than 750 retail outlets, and delivered to 4,000 homes in the greater St. John’s metropolitan area. The Independent has a readership of 40,000, according to a 2006 readership survey.

Founded in October 2003, The Independent has made its mark in quality journalism. It has been nominated for 12 Atlantic Journalism awards, as well as the 2004 Michener Award, the highest award in Canada for outstanding public service journalism, for a six part cost-benefit analysis of Confederation.

The Independent provides solid journalism tied to the roots of Newfoundland and Labrador. Our award-winning editorial team provides in-depth provincial news and opinion that cannot be found in any other publication.

The Independent is committed to continually raise the expectations and standards that our subscribers and readers demand. For more details on The Independent feel free to contact our office, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tel: (709) 726-INDY (4639), Fax: (709) 726-8499.