Government of Newfoundland News
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation Consultations Set to Begin
Children, Seniors and Social Development
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
Today, the Honourable Sherry Gambin-Walsh, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC), announced the launch of province-wide community stakeholder consultations to review the corporation's programs and services.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Join MP Whelan for Launch of Community Sector Council of Newfoundland and Labrador Pilot Project
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will join Nick Whelan, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, for the launch of the Community Sector Council of Newfoundland and Labrador’s financial management pilot project tomorrow (Wednesday, January 11). The event is scheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m. at the Community Sector Council office, 25 Anderson Avenue, St. John's.
Provincial Government Issues Public Tender for Enhancements at College of the North Atlantic Corner Brook Campus
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Provincial Government has issued a public tender associated with the Power Engineering Shop Enhancement project at the Corner Brook Campus of College of the North Atlantic. The tender is for the supply of Major Boiler System equipment for instructional purposes, as part of the college's Centre for Energy and Thermal Systems.
Minister Coady Welcomes Seventh New Entrant to Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore
Natural Resources
Today, the Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, welcomed the seventh new entrant to the province's offshore oil and gas industry in just over a year.
Provincial Government Meets with the Town of Ramea to Discuss Water Quality
Municipal Affairs
The Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and MHA for Burgeo-La Poile, and officials of Service NL and Municipal Affairs met with Mayor Clyde Dominie and the Town Council of Ramea, via teleconference Thursday. The purpose of the meeting was to provide an update on work being undertaken to improve water quality in the community following a recent storm surge which resulted in salt water getting into the town’s water supply.
Public Advisory: Application Deadline for Residents and Communities Affected by Flooding
Municipal Affairs
The Department of Municipal Affairs is reminding residents of the approaching deadline for residents and communities to apply for assistance following the Thanksgiving Day rainstorm that affected parts of the province in October 2016.
Public Advisory: Update Provided on Repairs to TCH Near Salmonier Line
Transportation and Works
Motorists are advised that the Trans-Canada Highway near Salmonier Line remains on schedule to reopen to traffic on Saturday, January 7, following a successful day on site. Two new culverts are now in place and crews are beginning to back fill the site. The contractor will once again work throughout the night.
Minister Extends Congratulations to Outgoing Grenfell Vice-President
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, is congratulating Dr. Mary Bluechardt as she moves on to the role of President of Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dr. Bluechardt had served for the past five years as the Vice-President, Grenfell Campus of Memorial University.
Public Advisory: Closure of TCH Near Salmonier Extended to Conduct Further Repairs
Transportation and Works
Motorists are advised that the east and west bound lanes of the Trans-Canada Highway from Salmonier Line to the Holyrood Access Road remain closed to facilitate further repairs.
Media Advisory: Minister Joyce to Provide Update on Repairs to Trans-Canada Highway
Transportation and Works
The Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Minister of Service NL, will be available to the media today (Wednesday, January 4) at 4:30 p.m. to provide an update on repairs to the Trans-Canada Highway near Salmonier Line.
Provincial Government Provides Update on Business Innovation Agenda Engagement Process
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, provided an update today on the engagement process for the development of the new Business Innovation Agenda. Province-wide stakeholder engagement sessions, hosted by the department in collaboration with the Research & Development Corporation, have now been completed.
Government Launches Pilot Project for Renewal of Domestic Cutting Permits
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
A pilot project was launched today which will enable Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who harvest wood in a number of districts to renew their own personal Domestic Cutting Permits online.
Public Advisory: Repairs to Trans-Canada Highway near Salmonier Progressing
Transportation and Works
Motorists are reminded that the east and west bound lanes of the Trans-Canada Highway from Salmonier Line to the Holyrood Access Road remain closed as work to repair damage caused by heavy rain continues. The section of the highway is anticipated to reopen Thursday, as weather conditions permit.
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour Highlights Successes of 2016
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour has a mandate to ensure the province has highly educated graduates and skilled workers for a fast-growing economy. The department has worked toward fulfilling that mandate for 2016 and will continue to enhance the workforce and economic development of the province in 2017 and beyond.
Municipal Affairs Enhances Engagement and Responsiveness in 2016
Municipal Affairs
Enhancing legislation, leveraging new funding, and engaging with municipal leaders were focuses of activity for the Department of Municipal Affairs in 2016.
Public Advisory: Highway Access Permits to be Issued by Service NL Effective January 1
Transportation and Works
The public are advised that effective January 1, 2017, applications for highway access permits, which are reviewed by the Department of Transportation and Works, will be available and issued through Service NL.
Government Manages Resources Responsibly to Benefit Residents
Natural Resources
The Provincial Government made significant strides in 2016 to develop the oil and gas sector, support the mining sector, and ensure energy security for the future.
Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated to Cause Delays
Transportation and Works
Due to adverse weather conditions forecast for tomorrow (Friday, December 30) and into Saturday, marine services and road conditions could be impacted. Residents across the province are advised to reschedule travel plans if possible due to anticipated delays related to this impending weather. Crews with the Department of Transportation and Works are monitoring conditions, preparing for the adverse weather and checking road infrastructure.
Fostering Learning Environments and Improving Student Outcomes
Education and Early Childhood Development
In 2016 the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) saw a number of major announcements and completed projects and saw foundations laid for important work ahead.
New Chair of Eastern Health Appointed
Health and Community Services
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has appointed Leslie O'Reilly as Chairperson of the Eastern Regional Health Authority. The appointment has been made through the merit-based appointment process established by the Independent Appointments Commission Act.
