Government of Newfoundland News
Public Advisory: Reminder Main Gut Trestle Near Stephenville Crossing Remains Closed
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
The public is reminded that the Main Gut Trestle, located in Stephenville Crossing in the T’Railway Provincial Park, remains closed to all pedestrian and motorized use due to serious structural issues. The bridge was originally closed in November 2006 and has been barricaded since that time with signage in place.
Supporting Enhanced Tourism Marketing Opportunities in Bonavista Area
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
In keeping with the Provincial Government’s commitment to supporting the tourism industry, the Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, today announced a combined investment of more than$52,000 for four tourism companies in the Bonavista area.
Media Advisory: Premier Ball and Ministers to Make Announcement in Support of Seafood Processing Plant Workers
Executive Council
Fisheries and Land Resources
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will make an announcement in support of seafood processing plant workers on Monday, August 21.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary Haley to Speak at Dialysis Dash
Health and Community Services
Carol Anne Haley, Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Community Services, will speak at the Health Care Foundation’s Dialysis Dash on Sunday, August 20. The event, originally scheduled for last weekend, will take place in St. John’s at Bowring Park. The opening ceremony starts at 9:00 a.m. and Ms. Haley is scheduled to speak at the awards ceremony at 11:00 a.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Attend Opening of Bonavista Biennale 2017
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, will attend the opening of Bonavista Biennale 2017 tomorrow (Saturday, August 19). The event takes place at Ye Matthew Legacy, 5 Roper Street, Bonavista, at 1:00 p.m.
Investing on the Irish Loop
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
Economic development on the Irish Loop has received a boost with funding from the Provincial Government. During a visit to the area today, the Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, announced a combined investment of almost $300,000 for the Edge of the Avalon Inn and the Southern Shore Folk Arts Council to further develop tourism initiatives, visitor experiences and support business growth in the area.
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner - Sentence Imposed in Privacy Breach Charges Pursuant to the ATIPPA, 2015
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
On August 18, 2017 Annette Kennedy entered guilty pleas to three offences contrary to section 115 of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. The charges related to Ms. Kennedy accessing personal information without lawful authority while in the employ of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.
Public Advisory: Exit Date Approved for Chase the Ace Draw
Service NL
Service NL has approved an exit strategy proposal from the organizers of the St. Kevin’s Parish Chase the Ace lottery which includes an exit date of August 30, 2017.
Provincial Government Calls for Expressions of Interest to Help Newcomers Secure Employment in their Fields
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Allan Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, today called for the second round of Expressions of Interest for projects that facilitate the assessment and recognition of foreign qualifications.
Premier Ball and Parliamentary Assistant Edmunds Congratulate New Grand Chief and Deputy Grand Chief of Innu Nation
Executive Council
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Randy Edmunds, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier and Parliamentary Secretary for Indigenous Affairs, extended congratulations to Gregory Rich for being elected the new Grand Chief of Innu Nation in Labrador, and Etienne Riche for being elected Deputy Grand Chief.
ProvincialFish and Wildlife Enforcement Officers Lay Charges Related to Salmon Poaching
Fisheries and Land Resources
Fish and Wildlife Enforcement officers have laid a number of charges related to illegal salmon poaching.
Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment is monitoring Environment and Climate Change Canada forecast information on Hurricane Gert, an approaching system that is expected to track well offshore, southeast of the Island of Newfoundland today.
Provincial Government Calls for Proposals to Enhance Immigrant Settlement and Integration
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Allan Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, today issued a call for proposals aimed at increasing and enhancing immigrant settlement and integration services throughout the province.
Four Schools Receive LEED Certification
Transportation and Works
Education and Early Childhood Development
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Transportation and Works, announced today that four schools in Newfoundland and Labrador have recently received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.
Minister Coady Highlights Provincial Interests at Energy and Mines Ministers' Conference
Natural Resources
The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, encouraged regulatory changes, further investment, and global competitiveness for Newfoundland and Labrador at the Energy and Mines Ministers' Conference in New Brunswick which was held August 14-15.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Attend the Reopening of Argentia at War
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, will attend the reopening of the Argentia at War visual arts exhibit tomorrow (Thursday, August 17) at 12:30 p.m. The event takes place at the Marine Atlantic ferry terminal in Argentia.
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner – Report P-2017-003 Released
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
The Information and Privacy Commissioner, Donovan Molloy, has released Report P-2017-003 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Media Advisory: Premier Ball Attending 41st Annual Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers
Executive Council
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will attend the 41st Annual Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers (NEG-ECP) in Prince Edward Island, at the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre and Delta Prince Edward by Marriott, 18 Queen Street, on Monday, August 28. The conference is being hosted and co-chaired by the Honourable Wade MacLauchlan, Premier of Prince Edward Island. The other co-chair will be the Honourable Philip B. Scott, Governor of Vermont.
Provincial Government Provides Update on Disaster Assistance Funding Program for Mud Lake Residents
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Provincial Government is now ready to disperse funds under the Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program (NL-DFAP). Through the program, up to $2.96 million in provincial funds are available to assist residents with damages caused by the flooding event at Mud Lake.
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner – Report A-2017-021 Released
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
The Information and Privacy Commissioner, Donovan Molloy, has released his Report A-2017-021 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act. A summary of the Report is included below.
