Government of Newfoundland News
Minister’s Roundtable on Immigration Focuses on New Initiatives for Newcomer Retention, Economic Growth
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, today led the third Minister’s Roundtable on Immigration at Bally Haly Country Club in St. John’s which provides members an opportunity to discuss ways to enhance newcomer attraction and retention.
Public Advisory: Work to Add Climbing Lanes Begins on Veterans Memorial Highway
Transportation and Works
Motorists are advised that work to add climbing lanes at four locations on Route 75, Veterans Memorial Highway, is currently underway.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Crocker Highlights 2018 Highway Enhancements
Transportation and Works
The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Transportation and Works:
Ministerial Statement - Provincial Government Celebrates Foster Families Week
Children, Seniors and Social Development
The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Lisa Dempster Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development
Ministerial Statement - Provincial Government Supports Indigenous Students Through Partnership with Law School
Justice and Public Safety
The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety:
Media Advisory: Technical Briefing on Harassment Investigation Process
Office of the Commissioner for Legislative Standards
A technical briefing for media on the investigative process utilized by the Commissioner for Legislative Standards to write the reports on harassment in the legislature will be provided today (Wednesday, October 24). The briefing will take place in the Committee Room, which is located near the entrance to the Press Gallery, in the East Block, Confederation Building, at 1:30 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Coady to speak at Mount Pearl Paradise Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Natural Resources
The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, will be speaking today (Wednesday, October 24) at the Mount Pearl Paradise Chamber of Commerce luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Park Place Community Centre, 61 Park Avenue, Mount Pearl, at 12:30 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Dempster to Speak at Breastfeeding Research Symposium
Children, Seniors and Social Development
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, will speak at a breastfeeding research symposium tomorrow (Wednesday, October 24). The event takes place at the Health Sciences Centre Main Auditorium in St. John’s, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Fish Harvester from Labrador Welcomed to Fisheries Advisory Council
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, is pleased to welcome Mary’s Harbour fish harvester and community leader Alton Rumbolt to the province’s Fisheries Advisory Council. Mr. Rumbolt participated in his inaugural meeting of the council on October 19. For a biography of Mr. Rumbolt, see the Backgrounder below.
Provincial Government Celebrates Foster Families Week
Children, Seniors and Social Development
Earlier this week, the Provincial Government joined the Newfoundland and Labrador Foster Families Association and foster families throughout the province to celebrate the beginning of Foster Families Week, which takes place October 21 to 27. Foster Families Week is held annually during the third week of October.
Media Advisory: Minister Hawkins to Host Third Minister’s Roundtable on Immigration
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, will hold the third Minister’s Roundtable on Immigration tomorrow (Wednesday, October 24) at Bally Haley Country Club, 100 Logy Bay Road, St. John’s. Minister Hawkins will address members of the roundtable at 9:15 a.m. followed by a media availability.
Ministerial Statement - Premier Ball Denounces Harassment in the Workplace
Executive Council
Mr. Speaker, in society and in this House of Assembly bullying, harassment and intimidation in any form and by any means is not acceptable.
Provincial Government Releases Federally-Approved Made-in-Newfoundland and Labrador Approach to Carbon Pricing
Municipal Affairs and Environment
Finance
Natural Resources
The Provincial Government’s Made-in-Newfoundland and Labrador approach to carbon pricing minimizes the impact on residents and maintains the province’s economic competitiveness. The plan reflects the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and the province’s efforts to produce green, renewable energy.
Public Advisory: Regional Contact Information for New Financial Assessment Process
Health and Community Services
On October 1, 2018, the Provincial Government announced plans to introduce a new and improved financial assessment process for people who use the long-term care and community support services system.
Media Advisory: Opening of House of Assembly
House of Assembly
The Honourable Perry Trimper, Speaker of the House of Assembly, announced today that the House of Assembly will reconvene at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 for the purpose of considering reports of the Commissioner for Legislative Standards under the Code of Conduct for Members.
Public Advisory: Update - Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment is monitoring Environment and Climate Change Canada weather forecast information on an approaching system that will bring periods of heavy rainfall and strong winds to the island beginning tomorrow and last into Monday for some areas. A rainfall warning has been issued for the south and southwest coasts with potential amounts between 100-200 millimetres by late Sunday. Rainfall warnings and special weather statements have been issued for other areas of the island. Wind gusts may occur up to 100 kilometres per hour along the south coast.
Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment is monitoring Environment and Climate Change Canada weather forecast information on an approaching system that is expected to bring periods of heavy rainfall and strong winds to the island beginning tomorrow and lasting into Monday for some areas. Special weather statements have been issued that indicate potential rainfall of 50 to 75 millimetres for parts of the island. The south and southwest coasts and the Connaigre Peninsula may receive 75 to 100 millimetres of rain. Wind gusts may occur up to 100 kilometres per hour along the south coast.
Public Advisory: Important Notice Regarding Services During Possible Postal Disruption
Transportation and Works
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Provincial Government continues to closely monitor the current labour situation at Canada Post and the potential effect any loss of mail service may have on residents. A disruption in mail delivery could begin on Monday, October 22.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary Bennett to Speak at Launch of Foster Families Week
Children, Seniors and Social Development
Derek Bennett, Parliamentary Secretary for Children, Seniors and Social Development, will help kick off Foster Families Week on Sunday, October 21. The event takes place at Corpus Christi Parish Centre, 160 Waterford Bridge Road, St. John’s, beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Address Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador Annual General Meeting
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, will speak at the 2018 Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (MANL) Annual General Meeting luncheon tomorrow (Saturday, October 20). The event takes place at Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 5 Navigator Avenue, St. John’s, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
