Government of Newfoundland News
Minister Crocker to Participate in Task Force on Softwood Lumber
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, is joining with the Federal Government and other Canadian provinces to express his disappointment with the American government’s decision to place tariffs on softwood lumber being exported to the United States from Canada.
Media Advisory: Minister Kirby to Visit Schools in Central Newfoundland
Education and Early Childhood Development
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will visit four schools in central Newfoundland tomorrow (Thursday, April 27). Minister Kirby will be joined by Derek Bennett, MHA for Lewisporte - Twillingate.
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner – Report A-2017-011 Released
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
The Information and Privacy Commissioner, Donovan Molloy, has released his Report A-2017-011 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act. A summary of the Report is included below.
Public Advisory: End of Studded Tire Season Approaching
Service NL
The last day to have studded tires removed from vehicles is Sunday, April 30. Under the Highway Traffic Act studded tire use is only permitted between November 1 and April 30.
Environmental Assessment Bulletin
Municipal Affairs and Environment
The Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment, has announced the following event relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.
Media Advisory: Minister Crocker to Address Chicken Farmers
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, will address delegates of the Chicken Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador annual general meeting tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26), 10:00 a.m. at Fairfield Inn and Suites, St. John’s.
Media Advisory: Minister Kirby to Visit Schools on South Coast
Education and Early Childhood Development
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will visit three schools on the south coast tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26).
Forest Fire Hazard Increases in Spring and Summer
Fisheries and Land Resources
The start of forest fire season is a reminder to residents of the dangers of grass and brush burning. Under the Forestry Act, the 2017 forest fire season will be in effect from May 1 to September 30 on the island portion of the province and from May 15 to September 30 in Labrador.
Minister Parsons Announces Support for Victims of Sexual Assault
Justice and Public Safety
The Provincial Government is pleased to announce funding for a new program to help survivors of sexual assault. The Sexual Assault Response Pilot Program will provide free independent legal advice on criminal matters, to help victims make informed decisions about the court process.
Media Advisory: Minister Parsons to Join Minister Wilson-Raybould to Announce Funding for Pilot Program
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will be joined by the Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, in St. John’s tomorrow (Tuesday, April 25) to announce funding for a Sexual Assault Response Pilot Program.
Minister Crocker Pleased with Commitment for Northern Cod Annual Scientific Assessment
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, is pleased the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada will commit $14 million over the next five years to conduct full northern cod stock assessments starting in 2017-18.
Media Advisory: Minister Kirby to Attend School Diversity Celebration
Education and Early Childhood Development
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will attend a school diversity celebration on Monday, April 24, at 1:10 p.m.
Public Advisory: Polar Bear Warning Issued for St. Anthony
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Department of Fisheries and Land Resources is cautioning residents about a polar bear reported in the St. Anthony area.
Minister Crocker Requests Compensation for Fish Harvesters and Plant Workers Impacted by Severe Ice Conditions
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, has written to the Federal Government to request compensation to harvesters and plant workers impacted by the severe ice conditions this spring.
Provincial Government Celebrates Volunteer Week
Executive Council
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, is encouraging residents to celebrate the contributions of all volunteers in the province during National Volunteer Week, April 23-29.
Public Advisory: Temporary Air Services in Effect for Strait of Belle Isle
Transportation and Works
Heavy ice conditions in the Strait of Belle Isle continue to impact ferry services and all crossings remain cancelled until conditions improve.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Attend Funding Announcement in Bishop’s Falls
Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation, will join Scott Simms, Member of Parliament for Coast of Bays-Central-Notre Dame, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, in Bishop’s Falls tomorrow (Thursday, April 20) for a funding announcement related to tourism initiatives.
$3.25 Million Committed to Provincial Agrifoods Program
Fisheries and Land Resources
Farmers and producers in Newfoundland and Labrador can now apply for funding under the Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program.
Additional Land Available for Agricultural Development
Fisheries and Land Resources
The Department of Fisheries and Land Resources is accepting proposals for the occupation and utilization of land for agriculture development in several areas.
The Child and Youth Advocate Releases Investigative Report
Office of the Child and Youth Advocate
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released an investigative report today entitled The Case for Culturally Responsive Services.
