Government of Newfoundland News
Enhanced Seniors’ Benefit Being Received by Over 43,000 Seniors
Finance
More than 43,000 seniors in the province began receiving an enhanced low income seniors’ benefit this week. With the October 2015 payment, the maximum payment seniors may receive will be $1,059 for seniors with a net income of up to $29,284.
Associate Chief Judge Appointed for Provincial Court
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, and the Honourable Felix Collins, Attorney General, today announced that Judge Michael A. Madden has been appointed as Associate Chief Judge with the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador. Judge Madden's appointment is effective as of today (October 8, 2015).
Isles of Notre Dame Receives Approximately $570,000 for Health Care
Health and Community Services
Residents in the Isles of Notre Dame will benefit from an investment of approximately $570,000 in health care equipment and infrastructure.
Premier Announces Senior Public Service Appointments
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced a number of appointments to the senior executive of the Newfoundland and Labrador Public Service.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary to Speak at Newleef Conference
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Clayton Forsey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister Responsible for the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency, will address participants at the Newleef - Newfoundland and Labrador's Green Economy Conference tomorrow (Friday, October 9), 8:15 a.m. at the Holiday Inn, St. John's.
Media Advisory: Minister Sullivan to Hold Media Availability
Executive Council
The Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, will be available to the media this morning (Thursday, October 8) at 11:30 a.m. Minister Sullivan will respond to the release of It's Nobody's Mandate and Everyone's Responsibility: Sexual Exploitation and the Sex Trade in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Provincial Government Releases Sex Trade Report
Executive Council
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is releasing a redacted version of the 2011 report titled It's Nobody's Mandate and Everyone's Responsibility: Sexual Exploitation and the Sex Trade in Newfoundland and Labrador as recommended by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner.
Media Advisory: Deputy Premier and Minister to Attend Newleef-NL’s Green Economy Conference
Health and Community Services
Executive Council
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, will be speaking at the Newleef - Newfoundland and Labrador's Green Economy Conference, at the Holiday Inn, St. John's, tomorrow (Thursday, October 8) at 8:30 a.m.
Roads in Terra Nova Region Undergoing Rehabilitation Work
Transportation and Works
Roadwork valued at over $1.2 million is underway in the Terra Nova region as part of the 2015 Provincial Roads Program. The contract, awarded to J-1 Contracting Limited, includes road rehabilitation, paving and the installation of culvert concrete end treatments. All work is anticipated to be completed this construction season.
October Provides Opportunity to Highlight Role of Caregivers
Health and Community Services
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of the Department of Health and Community Services, and the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, joined members of the caregivers community at an event today (Wednesday, October 7) to recognize October as Caregivers Month in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Research & Development Corporation: RDC Supports Riser Design Research and Development with Investment in High Performance Computing
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development: Research and Development Corporation
The Research & Development Corporation (RDC) is investing $592,535 in Technip Canada's High Performance Computing Centre to strengthen the province's capacity in riser design research and development (R&D). The Honourable Darin King, Minister Responsible for the Research and Development Corporation, made the announcement this morning during Technip's Technology Day in St. John's. The total project cost is $2,379,977.
Provincial Government Helps Employers Connect with Skilled Immigrants
Executive Council
Advanced Education and Skills
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced an initiative to attract more skilled immigrants to the province than ever before. Premier Davis made the announcement at the Association for New Canadians AXIS Career Services Centre in St. John's.
Provincial Government Announces New Animal Hero Award
Fisheries and Aquaculture
The Honourable Vaughn Granter, Minister Responsible for the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency, announced in Corner Brook today a new Animal Hero Award which will recognize acts of kindness in society towards animals or acts of bravery by animals towards people. The award was created by the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency in partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Veterinary Medical Association and SPCA Newfoundland and Labrador.
Media Advisory: Ministers to Sign Caregiver Month Proclamation
Health and Community Services
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, and the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, will sign a proclamation tomorrow (Wednesday, October 7) recognizing October as Caregiver Month in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Media Advisory: Premier to Release Details on Express Entry System for Immigrants
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills, will announce details on the Express Entry System for Immigrants in Newfoundland and Labrador tomorrow (Wednesday, October 7). This program supports the Immigration Action Plan under the Population Growth Strategy. The event takes place beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Association for New Canadians AXIS Career Services Centre, 10 Smithville Crescent, St. John's.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information Annual General Meeting
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, will speak at the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information Annual General Meeting tomorrow (Wednesday, October 7). The event will be held at the Ramada Hotel in St. John's at 12:30 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister to Announce Research and Development Investment
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development and Minister Responsible for the Research & Development Corporation, will make an announcement concerning research and development funding in Technip Canada’s High Performance Computing Centre tomorrow (Wednesday, October 7).
Media Advisory: Minister to Announce New Annual Animal Hero Award
Fisheries and Aquaculture
The Honourable Vaughn Granter, Minister Responsible for the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency, will announce a new annual Animal Hero Award tomorrow (Wednesday, October 7), at 9:00 a.m., at the NL West SPCA Shelter (Telecom building) located on Route 440, South Shore of the Bay of Islands. Minister Granter will be joined by Dr. Hugh Whitney, Chief Veterinary Officer, and Lynn Cadigan, Animal Welfare Consultant, with the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency.
Premier Expresses Condolences on Passing of Gerald Squires
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today expressed his condolences to the family of the late Gerald Squires, one of Newfoundland and Labrador’s most distinguished visual artists, who passed away on October 3.
Approximately $1.2 Million in Investments Strengthens Health Care in the Carbonear Region
Health and Community Services
The Provincial Government is providing approximately $1.2 million for infrastructure upgrades and new equipment to enhance health care in the Carbonear region.
