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The Department of Environment and Climate Change is providing an online option for the public to pay the water resources permit and licence fees. Consumers can still avail of payment via cheque or money order.

The following water resources payment types will be accepted online:

Service Questions and Additional Information Permit to Alter a Body of Water (Section 48) Questions: (709) 729-1646 or waterinvestigations@gov.nl.ca Water Use Licence Permit to Construct (Section 36 & 37) – Water & Sewer Questions: (709) 729-1158 or waterandsewer@gov.nl.ca Water and Wastewater System Operator Courses Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Exams Permit for Development Activity in a Protected Public Water Supply Area (Section 39) Questions: (709) 729-7634 or section39@gov.nl.ca Application for the Protection of a Public Water Supply (Section 39) Non-Domestic Well Permit (Section 58) Questions: (709) 729-1671 or groundwatersection@gov.nl.ca Water Well Drilling Licence & Licence Renewal Protection of Public Groundwater Supply Areas (Section 61) Development Activity Permit in a Wellhead Protected Water Supply Area (Section 61)

Online payments can be made using: VISA Debit and Debit MasterCard; VISA and MasterCard or Interac Debit (Interac Online).

For those seeking to make payments by cheque or money order, please contact Central Cashier Office at 709-729-3042 or 709-729-3044.

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Lynn Robinson
Environment and Climate Change
709-729-5449, 691-9466
lynnrobinson@gov.nl.ca

 

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The Provincial Government has accepted the recommendation of the House of Assembly Management Commission, and today suspended the Chief Electoral Officer and Commissioner for Legislative Standards.  The suspension will be in effect until an independent review of the findings of the Citizens’ Representative regarding allegations raised at Elections NL is completed.

The Provincial Government had referred the full, un-redacted Citizens’ Representative’s report to the House of Assembly Management Commission, which is composed of members of the three political parties out of respect for the independence of statutory offices.  The House of Assembly Management Commission  is responsible for overseeing the administration of the statutory offices.

Effective immediately, Travis Wooley, who was previously in the position of assistant Chief Electoral Officer, will serve as the acting Chief Electoral Officer. Ann Chafe, who recently retired from her role as commissioner of the Public Service Commission, will serve as the acting Commissioner for Legislative Standards.

Statutory offices operate independently from government.  Given the need to operate independently from the Provincial Government they report to the House of Assembly and include the Chief Electoral Officer, Commissioner for Legislative Standards, the Citizens’ Representative, Seniors’ Advocate, Child and Youth Advocate, Auditor General and Information and Privacy Commissioner.

The Honourable John Hogan, QC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will be available to media at 2:00 p.m. today (Tuesday, June 28) outside of the House of Assembly.

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“Today’s decision reflects the importance of following proper processes when we are dealing with allegations of misconduct.  As with any human resources matter of this nature, the individual involved will be on leave while further reviews are completed.  The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer and Commissioner for Legislative Standards play an important role and acting appointments are being made to ensure that  the public can have confidence that the work of these offices can continue.  The independent review will be important in this process.”
Honourable John Hogan, QC
Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General

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Lesley Clarke
Department of Justice and Public Safety
709-729-5188, 699-2910
lesleyclarke@gov.nl.ca

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The House of Assembly advises that the meeting of the Management Commission postponed on Friday, June 24, is rescheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday, June 28) at 10 a.m.

The meeting will take place via videoconference. It will be televised on the House of Assembly broadcast channel and streamed on the House of Assembly website.

Briefing materials will be available on the website at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow. The agenda for the meeting follows.

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Bobbi Russell
Policy & Communications Officer
House of Assembly
709-729-1178
bobbirussell@gov.nl.ca 

House of Assembly Management Commission
Agenda

Date: June 28, 2022
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Videoconference

Televised Meeting

1. Approval of Minutes:
   a) January 26, 2022
   b) February 16, 2022
   c) June 1, 2022
2. Speaker’s Report – Rulings on Allowance Use
3. Financial Reports:
   a) 31 December 2021
   b) 31 March 2022

   4. Ratification of Urgent Budget Transfers

   5. Budget Transfer Request

   6. Requests for Rulings on Allowance Use

   7. Office Space Lease – Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

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Repairs to the water issue affecting the Confederation Building Complex on Friday, June 24 have been completed.

The building is now reopened.

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Brian Scott
Transportation and Infrastructure
709-729-3015, 725-9201
brianscott@gov.nl.ca

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The Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL, will join members of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada, to recognize July as Automotive Heritage Month.

The event will take place in St. John’s on Tuesday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m. in front of East Block, Confederation Building, and will include a car show and proclamation signing.

This event coincides with the official start of the 55th Anniversary Coasters tour, which will see antique car owners and enthusiasts from throughout Canada embark upon a coast-to-coast tour, beginning in St. John’s and ending in Duncan, British Columbia in early September 2022.

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Krista Dalton
Digital Government and Service NL
709-729-4748, 685-6492
kristadalton@gov.nl.ca

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The replacement of two forest access road bridges scheduled to take place between Monday, June 27 and Thursday, July 7 in the Bay Roberts and Victoria areas will result in periodic traffic delays from two to four hours at a time.

One bridge replacement will take place on Swansea Road, located 2.8 kilometers from the Route 70 (Conception Bay Highway) intersection, while the other bridge replacement will take place on Country Road, located 2.3 kilometers from the Route 70 (Conception Bay Highway) intersection.

For additional information contact the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture at 709-637-2991 or 709-637-2553.

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Craig Renouf
Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture
709-637-2923, 640-6922
craigrenouf@gov.nl.ca

 

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On Sunday, June 26 the Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL and the Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will attend the LOVE YOU’ by Shoppers Drug Mart Run for Women, in support of women’s mental health programs at Stella’s Circle.

The event is set to begin at 8:45 a.m. at Quidi Vidi Lake, 115 The Boulevard, St. John’s.

The Run for Women is held in 18 cities throughout Canada and focuses on Women’s Mental Health. Funds raised go to this year’s charity partner, Stella’s Circle, to specifically support programming at Naomi House and the Just Us Women’s Centre. The event also promotes physical movement as a means to creating better positive mental health outcomes.

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Krista Dalton
Digital Government and Service NL
709-729-4748, 685-6492
kristadalton@gov.nl.ca

Lynn Robinson
Environment and Climate Change
709-729-5449, 691-9466
lynnrobinson@gov.nl.ca

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The population of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to grow, with Statistics Canada reporting a trend of sustained population growth for the fifth consecutive quarter. Statistics Canada’s latest quarterly population estimates released Wednesday, June 22, show that the Newfoundland and Labrador population increased by 422 persons from January 1, 2022 to April 1, 2022.

This latest report from Statistics Canada confirms that the population growth trend that began at the start of 2021 has continued into 2022. Since January 1, 2021 the population of Newfoundland and Labrador has grown by 3,211 people.

This continued population growth trend remains primarily fueled by immigration; a key priority area for the Provincial Government with the goal of welcoming 5,100 newcomers per year by 2026. Migration from other parts of Canada also continues to contribute to population growth, with migration remaining concentrated from Ontario and Alberta.

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“Through immigration and attracting people from other parts of Canada, the population of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to grow. Our government understood the importance of growing our population and strategic investments we have made are paying off. Newcomers are incredibly important for our success as a province and Newfoundlanders and Labradorians continue to welcome them with open arms.
Honourable Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“It’s official – Newfoundland and Labrador’s population growth is near a ten-year high. And it’s because newcomers, from abroad and mainland Canada, continue flocking to our shores. They are being attracted by job opportunities, like those in our fast growing high-tech and resource sectors, and a quality of life that is the best in the nation. The word is out, Newfoundland and Labrador is growing!”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills

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Meghan McCabe
Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
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Jeremy Reynolds
Immigration, Population Growth and Skills
709-729-2377, 709-691-2298
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Marble Mountain Resort is celebrating Canada Day weekend with a two-night Come Home 2022 concert event on July 1 and 2. This will be western Newfoundland’s biggest indoor concert of the summer, as well as the first Canada Day event hosted by Marble Mountain as the resort endeavours to expand its position as a four-season destination.

The festivities begin on Friday, July 1 with Juno and East Coast Music Award winning rapper and producer Classified, with special guest DJ Cartermusic, headliner and founder of Jibfest Weekender.

Newfoundland and Labrador favourites, The Fables, headline the Saturday, July 2 show, with opening act Jesse Hackett, a Corner Brook country/rock singer-songwriter.

Tickets are on sale now at skimarble.com. Entrance to both concerts is restricted to those aged 19 years and older.

For more information, visit skimarble.com or follow Marble on Facebook and Instagram.

Come Home 2022 festivals and events are taking place all throughout Newfoundland and Labrador for the remainder of 2022. Newfoundlanders and Labradorians everywhere can visit ComeHome2022.ca to sign up for the Come Home 2022 e-newsletter, which shares updates on festivals and events throughout the year. They can also follow ComeHome2022 on Facebook and Instagram to get up-to-date celebration information.

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“It’s really exciting to see Marble launch this Canada Day weekend concert series. The resort has made great strides throughout this year with fun events, excellent entertainment and delicious food. I look forward to seeing the success of the weekend unfold and wish the crew at Marble the best of luck with this event.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation

“At Marble Mountain, we are committed to building top-quality, four season experiences and are excited about our latest new offering – the Canada Day Weekend concert series. We invite people to come to Marble, enjoy the great performances and see for yourself the great things that are happening.”
Bruce Hollett
Executive Chair, Marble Mountain Resort

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Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
709-729-4819, 730-2953
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Marble Mountain Resort
709-640-3008
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The House of Assembly advises that due to the closure of Confederation Building Complex, the televised meeting of the Management Commission scheduled for today (Friday, June 24) at 10:00 a.m. is postponed.

There will be a further update once there is a rescheduled date.

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House of Assembly
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bobbirussell@gov.nl.ca

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Due to a water line issue, East and West Blocks of the Confederation Building Complex in St. John’s will be closed for the remainder of today (Friday, June 24).

Maintenance staff are on site to assess the matter and make repairs.

An update on the building reopening will be provided when more information becomes available.

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Brian Scott
Transportation and Infrastructure
709-729-3015, 725-9201
brianscott@gov.nl.ca

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The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, will bring greetings to the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club’s Annual Sail Past Ceremony tomorrow (Friday, June 24).

The ceremony will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club, 108 Greenslades Road, Conception Bay South.

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Children, Seniors and Social Development
709-729-3768, 730-2977
khadijarehma@gov.nl.ca

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On the final day of classes for the 2021-22 school year, the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education is wishing students, educators and staff a safe and relaxing summer break.

This year the province welcomed more students to the school system than ever before, with enrollment increasing for the first time in 50 years. Schools throughout the province have welcomed newcomers from Afghanistan, Ukraine and other countries, and have showed compassion and understanding in integrating these new students into school communities.

Students and educators have shown continued resilience, creativity and dedication to learning amidst another year of the COVID-19 pandemic. As graduating students move toward post-secondary studies and educators look toward next year, the Department of Education is moving forward with learning loss symposiums during the summer with key stakeholders to discuss observed impacts and to put in place plans to address the impacts of three years of COVID-19 impacted education.

This 2022-23 school year will begin on Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

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“Congratulations to all students, educators and staff for your hard work during this school year, and a special congratulations to all graduates of the class of 2022. This year more than ever I’ve been able to visit and interact with school communities, and your passion for learning has been refreshing after several difficult years of the pandemic. I hope that you can take a much deserved break, and that you can relax and recharge before returning to school or entering post-secondary studies. To educators, thank you for your continued dedication to our young people, I am sincerely grateful for everything you do.”
Honourable Tom Osborne
Minister of Education

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The House of Assembly advises that a meeting of the Management Commission is scheduled for tomorrow (Friday, June 24) at 10:00 a.m.

The meeting will take place via videoconference. It will be televised on the House of Assembly broadcast channel and streamed on the House of Assembly website. As provided for in subsection 19(1) of the House of Assembly Accountability Integrity and Administration Act, an in-camera session will follow the televised portion of the meeting.

Briefing materials for the televised portion of the meeting will be available on the website at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow. The agenda for the meeting follows.

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Bobbi Russell
Policy and Communications Officer
House of Assembly
709-729-1178
bobbirussell@gov.nl.ca

House of Assembly Management Commission

Agenda

Date: June 24, 2022

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Videoconference

Televised Meeting

1. Approval of Minutes:

a. January 26, 2022
b. February 16, 2022
c. June 1, 2022

2. Speaker’s Report – Rulings on Allowance Use

3. Financial Reports:

a. 31 December 2021
b. 31 March 2022

4. Ratification of Urgent Budget Transfers

5. Budget Transfer Request

6. Requests for Rulings on Allowance Use

7. Office Space Lease – Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

In-Camera Meeting

8. Budgetary matter

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The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.
UNDERTAKING REGISTERED:

Port au Port-Stephenville Wind Power and Hydrogen Generation Project (Project Nujio’qonik GH2)
Proponent: World Energy GH2 Inc.                                          (Reg. 2202)

The proponent is proposing to construct and operate a maximum 1 gigawatt (GW), 164-turbine onshore wind farm on the Port au Port Peninsula with the associated transmission and supporting infrastructure to power a 0.5 GW hydrogen/ammonia production facility in the port of Stephenville. A description of the project will be can be found on the Department’s web page at: www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/env-assessment/projects-list/

The undertaking was registered on June 21, 2022; the deadline for public comments is July 27, 2022; and, the minister’s decision is due by August 5, 2022.

REQUEST TO AMEND MINISTER’S DECISION:

Exploits River Geodesic Domes                                                (Reg. 2189)
Proponent: Red Indian Adventures Ltd.

The above undertaking was released from further environmental assessment on April 27, 2022. The proponent has requested an amendment to the release decision. The request document can be viewed on the department’s website at www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/projects/project-2189/. Public comments can be directed to Eric Watton, Environmental Scientist, Department of Environment and Climate Change, by email at ericwatton@gov.nl.ca. The deadline for public comments is July 6, 2022, and, the minister’s decision is due by July 12, 2022.

UNDERTAKINGS RELEASED:

Barr’d Harbour Breakwater                                                         (Reg. 2196)
Proponent: Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Small Craft Harbours

The project is released subject to the following conditions:

• The proponent is required to uphold all commitments made in the environmental assessment submissions to mitigate the effects of the project on the environment.
• The proponent is required to update the Environmental Assessment Division on the status of the project, including a copy of all permits, licences, certificates, approvals and other authorizations required by law for the project, within one year from the date of this release letter and to provide additional updates, if requested. Project updates should be emailed to EAProjectComments@gov.nl.ca.

Hampden By-road                                                                          (Reg. 2197)
Proponent:  Town of Hampden

The project is released subject to the following conditions:

• The proponent is required to uphold all commitments made in the environmental assessment submissions to mitigate the effects of the project on the environment.
• The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture requires the following:
  • The proponent is required to maintain a minimum 50-metre naturally vegetated buffer along the Hampden River to protect sensitive riparian and aquatic species and their habitat from upland activities. For other waterbodies, with exception of the installation of the bridge:
    • For slopes less than 30 percent, a minimum 30-metre naturally vegetated riparian buffer zone shall be established around all waterbodies, from the high water mark, that are identified on 1:50,000 scale National Topographic System maps or the topographic mapping layer shown in the Provincial Land Use Atlas. No land use activities involving grubbing, ground or soil disturbance, or timber harvesting activities shall take place in this zone.
    • For slopes greater than 30 percent, there shall be a naturally vegetated riparian buffer zone calculated using the following formula: 30 metres + 1.5 metres x slope (%). No land use activities involving grubbing, ground or soil disturbance, or timber harvesting activities shall take place in this zone.
  • No vegetation clearing is to occur within 800 metres of a bald eagle or osprey nest during the nesting season (March 15 to July 31) and 200 metres during the remainder of the year. The 200-metre buffer also applies to all other raptor nests (e.g. Northern Goshawk, Sharp-shinned Hawk, Merlin, American Kestrel, Great-horned Owl, Boreal Owl, Northern Saw-whet Owl). The location of any raptor nest site must be reported to the Wildlife Division. For further information, contact the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture at 709-637-2353.
• The proponent must request permission from the Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs to acquire real property not related to the operations of council, as required under Section 201 of the Municipalities Act. For further information, please contact the Manager of Legislation, Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs at 709-729-5473.
• The proponent is required to advise the Environmental Assessment Division when the conditions of release have been met, by emailing a written description, documents, and images (where applicable) to demonstrate that the conditions have been fulfilled to EAProiectComments@qov.nl.ca.
• The proponent is required to update the Environmental Assessment Division on the status of the Project, including a copy of all permits, licenses, certificates, approvals and other authorizations required for the Project, one year from the date of this release letter and to provide additional updates if required. Please email project updates to EAProiectComments@gov.nl.ca.

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Environmental Assessment Division
Department of Environment and Climate Change
West Block, Confederation Building
P.O. Box 8700, St. John’s, NL A1B 4J6

Public comments may be forwarded to: EAprojectcomments@gov.nl.ca

Environmental assessment information is available at:

www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/env-assessment/

www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/files/GUIDE-TO-THE-PROCESS_May-2022.pdf

If you submit comments on a project that is under environmental assessment, please advise the Department if you DO NOT wish to share your comments with the project proponent.

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Lynn Robinson
Environment and Climate Change
709-729-5449; 691-9466
lynnrobinson@gov.nl.ca

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Graduating students across Newfoundland and Labrador are being recognized for their leadership and engagement in initiatives aimed at building and nurturing safe, caring and inclusive school communities.

The Provincial Government is providing $6,500 shared among 13 students through the Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools Graduating Student Leadership Bursary. A list of recipients for 2022 is provided in the backgrounder below.

The Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools Graduating Student Leadership Bursary acknowledges the contributions of youth in establishing and maintaining safe, caring and inclusive schools and communities, and to promote student awareness of the Safe and Caring Schools Policy.

The Safe and Caring Schools Policy establishes school-based protocols and practices that promote an environment of acceptance, belonging, and respect.

The Provincial Government encourages an inclusive and welcoming school culture, where all members of the school community feel accepted, are able to realize their potential, and contribute to the school community.

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“Safe, caring and inclusive school environments remain of utmost importance to all school communities. Congratulations and thank you to this year’s recipients for sharing their stories and experiences promoting a safe, caring and inclusive environment within their school community. It is through initiatives such as this that we continue to highlight the great work taking place in our schools.”
Honourable Tom Osborne
Minister of Education

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Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools Graduating Student Leadership Bursary Recipients 2021-2022

Student School Location Anna Brooks Indian River High Springdale Shayna Brushett Bay d’Espoir Academy Milltown Colby Dalton Roncalli Central High Conception Harbour Travis Fifield Lewisporte Collegiate Lewisporte Carly Genge Viking Trail Academy Black Duck Cove Amy Gillard St. Stephen’s All-Grade Rencontre East Peggy Kinsella St. Kevin’s High St. John’s Kathleen Manuel Waterford Valley High St. John’s Haylie McCarthy French Shore Academy Port Saunders Zachary Parsons Copper Ridge Academy Baie Verte Rebecca Sellars Carbonear Collegiate Carbonear Mackenzie Tapp Pasadena Academy Pasadena Lily Warren Burgeo Academy Burgeo

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Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, Chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, is pleased to host a meeting of the Council in Pictou, N.S. on June 29. Premier Houston will be joined by his colleagues Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey, Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King, and New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs.

Information for Media
A news conference with the Atlantic premiers will be held at 2:45 p.m. on June 29 in the Juliana Room at Pictou Lodge, 172 Lodge Road, Pictou, N.S. Media will have the option of joining the news conference virtually.

Please note that:

1. All media representatives, including journalists, photographers, camera operators, and technicians, are required to register by submitting their name, affiliation, and contact information by noon on Monday, June 27 to Mary Moszynski at mary@cap-cpma.ca.
2. Please indicate whether you plan to attend in-person or virtually. If you plan to attend virtually, please indicate whether you would like to be called upon to ask a question. Please note that we will attempt to call upon as many journalists as possible, depending on time constraints.
3. Only registered media will receive updates to the meeting schedule and media opportunities via email or text message.

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Mary Moszynski
Council of Atlantic Premiers
Phone: 902-424-7600
Cell: 902-237-3270
Email: mary@cap-cpma.ca

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Today the Provincial Government announced the recipients of the 2022 Premier’s Award for Teaching Innovation and the Minister of Education’s Award for Compassion in Teaching.

The Premier’s Award for Teaching Innovation recognizes primary, elementary or secondary teachers in all disciplines who have demonstrated innovation in instruction and a commitment to preparing their students for future success.

The 2022 Premier’s Award recipients are:

• Christopher Butler, St. George’s Elementary, Conception Bay South
• Megan Heath, École Rocher du Nord, St. John’s
• Stephanie Hodder, C.C. Loughlin Elementary, Corner Brook
• Jeffrey Locke , Holy Spirit High, Conception Bay South
• Jim Locke, Mount Pearl Senior High, Mount Pearl
• Michelle Maracle, J.R. Smallwood Middle School, Wabush
• Whitney Pye, St. Mary’s All Grade, Mary’s Harbour
• Ashley Sheppard, C.C. Loughlin Elementary, Corner Brook

The Minister’s Award for Compassion in Teaching recognizes inspirational and compassionate teachers at the primary, elementary or secondary level who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to supporting the social, emotional and mental health of their students, colleagues or school community as a whole.

The following are the 2022 Minister of Education’s Award recipients:

• Lora Dawn Angnatok, Jens Havens Memorial Primary, Nain
• Nancy Boutin, École Boréale, Happy Valley-Goose Bay
• Mark Bradbury, Templeton Academy, Meadows
• Paula Bradbury, Corner Brook Regional High, Corner Brook
• Meghan Devereaux, St. Matthew’s School, St. John’s
• Stephanie Gillis, Holy Heart of Mary High, School St. John’s
• Holly Healey, Holy Cross Elementary, Holyrood
• Bernetta Hickey-Rideout, St. Joseph’s All Grade, Terrenceville
• Donna Howse Windsor, Elizabeth Park Elementary, Paradise
• Dwayne Kilfoy, Donald C. Jamieson Academy, Burin

The Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, will be presenting the awards to the recipients at a ceremony this fall.

The Teaching Awards were established in 2021 to acknowledge the leadership role that all educators play in the lives of students.

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“Congratulations to the 2022 recipients for their exemplary performance and winning the Premier’s Innovation in Teaching award. Our government appreciates the dedication and passion that teachers contribute to enriching student experiences. While today we honour a select few educators nominated by their peers, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all teachers for the great work taking place across our entire public school system.”
Honourable Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“It is an honour to acknowledge the dedication and contribution of educators in Newfoundland and Labrador. The 2022 recipients, and all educators across the province, deserve recognition for supporting the social, emotional and mental health of their students during this unprecedented time. The successes of our school system cannot happen without you.”
Honourable Tom Osborne
Minister of Education

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Annonce des lauréat·e·s des Prix de l’enseignement 2022

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Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
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Education
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Hailey Lewis, a Level II student of Holy Spirit High is the latest provincial recipient of the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship.

The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship is valued at $50,000 over two years for pre-university study at Pearson College, a United World College in Victoria, B.C. The Provincial Government contributes $34,000 to the scholarship, with the remainder provided through corporate and community sponsors.

As a United World College student, Ms. Lewis will learn how she can inspire change through courageous action, selfless leadership, and careful listening. She will take part in experiences and community activities, so that she is prepared to build with confidence and lead with compassion in later life.

Pearson College is Canada’s most international school and Canada’s only United World College, a movement encompassing 18 global schools dedicated to uniting cultures and countries around the world through education. The college is a two-year, pre-university school for students from over 150 countries who live, study and learn together pursuing the International Baccalaureate and an outdoor-oriented experiential education.

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“On behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, congratulations to Hailey on her selection as Newfoundland and Labrador’s 2022 Lester B. Pearson Scholarship winner. The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship offers a life-changing opportunity and will provide incredible support in helping Hailey fulfill her long-term goals. Best wishes to Hailey for a successful and enjoyable tenure at Lester B. Pearson College.”
Honourable Tom Osborne
Minister of Education

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Provincial Scholarships

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The Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, recently joined members of the Town Council and staff of Roddickton-Bide Arm to unwrap new signage for “The Farm”, the official event site for local Come Home 2022 celebrations.

Funding for the signage was provided under the Municipal Come Home Year Celebration Grants launched in November 2021 to assist municipalities and Inuit Community Governments in preparing for Come Home Year celebrations.

To support the high level of interest and the number of applications received, overall funding was increased from $250,000 to approximately $355,000 for the program. Over 180 towns throughout the province have received a grant through the initiative.

A list of approved projects is available here.

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“Congratulations to the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm on their efforts to prepare for and welcome visitors as Come Home Year kicks into high gear. We are pleased to partner with the town through the Municipal Come Home Year Celebration Grant to support new signage and a reinvigorated purpose for town’s event site. The grant is helping communities throughout the province with special projects to enhance the experience of Come Home celebrations for all involved.”
Honourable Krista Lynn Howell
Municipal and Provincial Affairs

“The town would like to acknowledge the support provided by the Provincial Government through funding under the Municipal Come Home Year Celebration Grant. The signage is a nice compliment to the additional work completed over the past year. The area is more visible to tourists as well. Thank you for supporting small communities.”
Mayor Kenneth Reid
Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm

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Municipal Come Home Year Celebration Grant

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Mayor, Roddickton-Bide Arm
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