Government of Newfoundland News

Municipal Affairs and Environment

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.

Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation

The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, will attend a ceremony and flag raising in celebration of Provincial Francophonie Day tomorrow (Thursday, May 30). The event will take place in the lobby of Confederation Building, East Block, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

The Official Addition of the Votes took place in the electoral districts of Cartwright – L’Anse au Clair and Torngat Mountains on Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, respectively.

Office of the Child and Youth Advocate

Child and Youth Advocate Jackie Lake Kavanagh has released a new report that focuses on the struggles and challenges of many gender diverse youth in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation

Executive Council

The general public is invited to pay their respects to former Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Honourable Beaton Tulk, tomorrow (Friday, May 24) in the foyer of the House of Assembly from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Parking will be available in front of East Block, Confederation Building.

Executive Council

The passing of one of this province’s respected and admired sons, the Honourable Beaton Tulk, is a loss not only for his family and friends, but all of Newfoundland and Labrador. His years in public service as a teacher and political figure saw him make a difference in the lives of those with whom he interacted.

Transportation and Works

Motorists on the Avalon Peninsula are advised that beginning 7:30 a.m. tomorrow (Friday, May 24), work will begin to replace 14 culverts on Route 75, Veterans Memorial Highway.

Executive Council

Early this morning, our province lost a political giant. Beaton Tulk was a friend and a true Liberal. His unwavering devotion to this province will live on, not only in our memories, but in his many contributions through his service to Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

Newfoundland and Labrador’s Chief Electoral Officer, Bruce Chaulk, today submitted an application for a judicial recount in the electoral district of Labrador West.

Fisheries and Land Resources

Residents are cautioned that reports of a polar bear have been confirmed near L’Anse Amour in Labrador. Conservation officers are on the scene and monitoring the situation.

Advanced Education, Skills and Labour

Workers impacted by the fire at the Black Duck Cove Fish Processing Plant are advised that employment and training services are readily available at Advanced Education, Skills and Labour Employment Centres throughout the province.

Fisheries and Land Resources

Forest access roads in the following areas of Labrador will be closed to vehicle traffic effective Monday, May 27, and until further notice:

Fisheries and Land Resources

Residents are cautioned that reports of a polar bear have been confirmed near Fleur de Lys. Conservation officers are on the scene and are monitoring the situation.

Transportation and Works

The Placentia Lift Bridge will be intermittently closed for marine and vehicle traffic over a two-day period beginning tomorrow (Wednesday, May 22).

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

The Returning Officer for Fortune Bay - Cape La Hune conducted the Official Addition of the Votes yesterday (Monday, May 20).

Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner

The Information and Privacy Commissioner, Victoria Woodworth-Lynas, has released her Report A-2019-012 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below.

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

The Official Addition of the Votes took place in 37 district Returning Offices today (Sunday, May 19).

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer

The following are the preliminary results of the May 16, 2019 provincial General Election. The Official Addition of the Votes will take place in all 40 district Returning Offices on Sunday, May 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m. (8:30 a.m. in most of Labrador).

Municipal Affairs and Environment

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment is encouraging all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to use safe camping practices while enjoying time with family and friends during the Victoria Day long weekend. Throughout the camping season, residents should make the following fire and life safety practices a priority: