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Kissing the Cod is a tradition that began in Newfoundland, Canada. It is not known where this old tradition began. It involves a cod as well as screech alcohol. It is used to welcome in Newcomers to the Island. This can be also referred to as "Screech-in. There are a number of places that you can have this ceremony performed. Most are Pubs such as Trapper Johns. Also you travel guide may perform the ceremony. So to begin, you must have a Newfoundlander present for a ceremony. Then you must get your shot of screech ready for consumption. At this time the cod must be kissed. This could be a peck or French kiss whichever you prefer. Once this task is finished you must answer the question “Is ye a Screecher?”. The reply to this is "Deed I is me old cock, and long may your big jib draw!". To translate this “Deed I is me” means “Yes, Indeed.” Also, “Long may your big jib draw” means “may there always be wind in your sails.’ Afterwards the shot of screech must be consumed. At this time the newcomer is accepted in, and receives a certificate from the Royal Order of Newfoundland Screechers.
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- ^ "10. Kiss the Cod-Top 10 things you can only do in Canada". Retrieved 17 October 2012.