The Hospitality of Storms: A Tale of Newfoundland's Enduring Spirit Newfoundland and Labrador has a reputation for being hospitable in times of crisis.
One notable example is the response to the 9/11 attacks, when residents opened their homes to stranded passengers. But this spirit of generosity is not unique to that event; it's part of a broader cultural tradition.
According to Sarah A. Lanier's book Foreign to Familiar, cold climates tend to foster structured hospitality, where invitations and planning are involved.