This settlement was named after the fictional community of "Pigeon Inlet" created by Newfoundland writer Ted Russell. In 1963 these houses were re-located to a subdivision on the southeast corner of town.
The area was christened in honor of the imaginary locale "Pigeon Inlet," as penned by Newfoundland author Ted Russell. In 1963, these dwellings were moved into a neighborhood situated at the southeastern extremity of the city.