#OnThisDay in 1949, Newfoundland officially joined Canada, becoming the 10th province of the country. The confederation came after a referendum was held a year prior, asking Newfoundlanders on whether they wanted to stay independent or join Canada. Their confederation did not come easy. Throughout the 19th century, there were multiple attempts to have the now province join Canada, which were unsuccessful. In 2001, the province's name was officially changed to Newfoundland and Labrador. Newfoundl