Government of Newfoundland News
Provincial Government Announces Funding for Association for New Canadians to Assist Syrian Refugees
Advanced Education and Skills
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
The partnership between the Provincial Government and the Association for New Canadians has been strengthened through a contribution to the organization's efforts to support Syrian refugees. Today, the Provincial Government is announcing $50,000 in funding for the association to assist Syrian refugees.
Provincial Government Provides Grant for St. John’s Status of Women Council
Executive Council
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is providing a grant of $127,000 to the St. John’s Status of Women Council to allow continued programming under the Safe Harbour Outreach Project for the next year. The funding will support programs and services and expand outreach for individuals who are victims of sexual exploitation.
Provincial Government Launches New Violence Prevention Action Plan
Executive Council
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today released Working Together for Violence Free Communities: An Action Plan for the Prevention of Violence in Newfoundland and Labrador 2015-2019. The action plan is part of the Provincial Government's continued commitment to building safe, violence-free communities in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Environmental Assessment Bulletin
Environment and Conservation
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.
Environmental Assessment Bulletin
Environment and Conservation
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.
Media Advisory: Premier to Launch New Violence Prevention Initiative
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be joined by the Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, as they launch the second phase of the Provincial Government Violence Prevention Initiative tomorrow (Tuesday, October 6).
Investment of $40,000 Supports the Alzheimer Society’s First Link Program
Health and Community Services
The Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland and Labrador’s First Link Program will benefit from an investment of $40,000 by the Provincial Government. The program provides early access to ongoing services and support to individuals who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.
Provincial Government and First Nations Sign Working Relationship Agreement
Child, Youth and Family Services
Executive Council
A new Working Relationship Agreement has been signed between the Provincial Government and the Sheshatshiu and Mushuau First Nations in an effort to improve service coordination and information sharing pertaining to child protection in Sheshatshiu and Natuashish.
Home Heating Rebate Continuing for 2015-16
Finance
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is continuing the Home Heating Rebate this winter with applications for the 2015-16 season now available on the Department of Finance website. It is estimated that approximately $13.6 million will be provided to residents through the program.
Minister Celebrates World Teachers' Day
Education and Early Childhood Development
Each year on October 5, the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) celebrates World Teachers' Day to recognize educators and the central role they play in providing children everywhere with a quality education. The Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, is encouraging school communities and the general public to show their appreciation for the contributions that teachers make to their community.
Minister Highlights Initiatives to Launch Fire Prevention Week
Justice and Public Safety
The Provincial Government reminds all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians of the importance of fire safety during this year's Fire Prevention Week, which takes place October 4-10. The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Minister Responsible for Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador, kicked off Fire Prevention Week today at the Gander Fire Hall by announcing government's continued support of key fire safety initiatives.
Project Provides $60,000 for Visual Fire Alarms for Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Provincial Government is investing close to $60,000 for a pilot project designed to increase awareness around the need for visual/tactile fire safety alerts in the homes of people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, and to begin the process of providing systems to households in greatest need. The announcement was made today in Gander in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, October 4-10.
Mental Illness Awareness Week Fosters Understanding, Reduces Stigma
Health and Community Services
The Provincial Government is recognizing October 4-10 as Mental Illness Awareness Week in support of mental health education, awareness and advocacy in Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at CIBC Run for the Cure
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, will speak at the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure on Sunday, October 4. The event will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 56 located on The Boulevard in St. John’s, 9:30 a.m.
Province Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Canada is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week (October 1-7) and the Provincial Government is joining the Baby-Friendly Council of Newfoundland and Labrador (Baby-Friendly NL) and its partners to promote the benefits of breastfeeding to both mothers and babies.
Media Advisory: Premier to Attend Launch of Kids Eat Smart Week
Executive Council
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will attend the launch of Kids Eat Smart Week on Monday, October 5, at St. Andrew's Elementary School, 141 University Avenue, St. John's. The event begins at 9:45 a.m.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at Atlantic Planners Institute Annual Conference
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
The Honourable Keith Hutchings, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs, will speak at the conference kick-off of the Atlantic Planners Institute Annual Conference on Monday, October 5, at 9:00 a.m. The conference is taking place at the Sheraton Hotel, St. John's.
Media Advisory: Minister to Launch Fire Prevention Week in Gander
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Minister Responsible for Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador, will launch Fire Prevention Week Monday, October 5, at 9:00 a.m. at the Gander Fire Department (Raynham Avenue).
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at ACWWA Conference
Environment and Conservation
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, will speak at the Atlantic Canada Water and Wastewater Association (ACWWA) conference Monday, October 5, at 8:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Delta St. John's Hotel and Convention Centre.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at Museum Association Annual General Meeting
Environment and Conservation
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, will speak at the Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador’s (MANL) Annual General Meeting tomorrow (Saturday, October 3) at 12:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Ramada Hotel, 102 Kenmount Road, St. John’s.
