Government of Newfoundland News
Students of Stephenville Middle School to Benefit from Window Replacements
Environment and Conservation
Stephenville Middle School will soon have new windows, following the recent awarding of a contract valued at over $591,000.
Provincial Government Announces New Paving on Route 361 in Milltown-Head of Bay d’Espoir and St. Albans
Transportation and Works
A contract valued at close to $950,000 has been awarded to J-1 Contracting Limited for roadwork on Route 361 in the District of Fortune Bay-Cape La Hune. The contract, which was awarded last month, is made possible through funding under the 2015-16 Provincial Roads Program and work will begin immediately. Work will be completed this year.
$20 Million Contract Awarded for New Conception Bay South K-7 School
Education and Early Childhood Development
Transportation and Works
A contract has been awarded to construct a new school in Conception Bay South. The school will accommodate 600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 upon opening and is designed for possible future expansion. Valued at $20 million, the contract will see completion of the entire building including a soccer field and playground.
Media Advisory: Minister to Address IPAC National Annual Conference
Executive Council
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement, will address the 67th Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC) national annual conference today (Tuesday, August 25) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The event will take place at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, with Minister Kent speaking at approximately 4:00 p.m. Atlantic Time.
Provincial Government Announces Capital Works Projects in Labrador
Executive Council
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
Three Labrador communities, Hopedale, L'Anse au Loup and West St. Modeste, will receive funding from the Provincial Government to assist with municipal infrastructure upgrades. The $1.1 million cost-shared investment is in addition to over $11.5 million provided to Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador City and Wabush through the 2014-17 multi-year capital works program.
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.
Over $850,000 Supports Economic Diversification in Labrador
Executive Council
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
A Provincial Government investment totalling $851,223 will support infrastructure development and build capacity at the Goose Bay Airport Corporation, the Labrador lnstitute of Memorial University, andthe Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association.
Provincial Government Announces Over $1.9 Million in Roadwork for the District of Trinity North
Transportation and Works
The Provincial Government has awarded a tender to J-1 Contracting Limited of Clarenville for road upgrades and paving on Route 204 near Long Beach and Route 231 on Random Island. The contract was awarded in late July and is valued at over $1.9 million. The work will be completed by the end of the current construction season.
Increased Number of Visitors Enjoying Salmonier Nature Park’s Recreational and Educational Activities
Environment and Conservation
The Salmonier Nature Park provides exemplary learning opportunities and visitor experiences that connect people with the natural environment of Newfoundland and Labrador. Despite the unseasonal weather in June and July, visitation at Salmonier Nature Park has seen a noticeable increase this summer. Group visitation, in particular, has increased 25 per cent over summer 2014 rates. Visitation details to date may be found in the backgrounder below.
Media Advisory: Premier to Make Announcements in Labrador
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will announce regional development funding for the Goose Bay Airport Corporation, the Labrador Institute of Memorial University, and the Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association, tomorrow (Tuesday, August 25) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Premier Names 2016 Labrador Winter Games Board of Directors
Executive Council
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Preparations for the 2016 Labrador Winter Games are officially underway, as the Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, officially announced the 14-member board of directors during an event today (Monday, August 24) at the E.J. Broomfield Arena in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Provincial Government and Town of Happy-Valley Goose Bay Announce Capacity Agreement
Executive Council
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced today a capacity agreement with the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay that provides additional resources to assist the town in addressing increased administrative pressures, placed on them as a result of the Lower Churchill Project. This agreement with the town is in response to a recommendation of the Joint Review Panel.
Media Advisory: Premier to Make Announcements in Labrador
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will make two announcements in Happy Valley-Goose Bay on August 24. Premier Davis will be joined by the Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs.
Media Advisory: Premier to Attend “One Year Out” Event for 2016 Summer Games
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be at the Soccer Hut (Topsail Soccer Pitch) in Conception Bay South tomorrow (Saturday, August 22) to attend a “One Year Out” event, celebrating the countdown to the 2016 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation: Renovation Investment to Improve St. John's Seniors Building
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Work is expected to begin in September on major exterior renovations to the 15-unit Cochrane Manor seniors apartment building in St. John’s. Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) recently awarded the tender, valued at $469,000 to Newfound Roofing Ltd.
Road Work Gets Underway in the Baie Verte-Springdale Area
Transportation and Works
Road upgrades, paving and asphalt leveling will be carried out in the Baie Verte-Springdale area through two contracts awarded to J-1 Contracting Limited and Mike Kelly & Sons Ltd. at a total value of just over $700,000. The contracts were awarded last month and work will be completed by the end of the current construction season.
$1.2 Million Announced in Support of the Heritage Sector
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today outlined its 2015-16 support for museums, archives and historical societies, with approximately $1.2 million in funding for organizations across the province. This funding will help celebrate the province's rich culture by enhancing, protecting, and exhibiting heritage resources, while contributing to economic development in all regions of the province.
CareGivers Inc. to Roll out Innovative Training Solution with the Help of Provincial Government Funding
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
CareGivers Inc., a home care services provider, is able to better market its innovative new training software, Home Care One, as a result of $40,500 in Provincial Government funding. Home Care One is a custom courseware solution that will provide standardized training for CareGivers Inc. workers and other industry professionals. Funding will support marketing of the new software via tradeshows and other promotional activities.
Public Advisory: All-Party Committee on Mental Health and Addictions to Host Consultations in Marystown
Health and Community Services
The All-Party Committee on Mental Health and Addictions will hold two public consultations in Marystown next week.
Provincial Government Releases Labour Market Outlook 2025
Advanced Education and Skills
To ensure Newfoundland and Labrador has a highly skilled workforce and favourable conditions to growing the population, the Provincial Government today released Labour Market Outlook 2025 at Academy Canada in St. John's. The report includes timely information about the provincial workforce, labour demands, employment outcomes, and helps answer important questions about current and emerging job prospects for the next 10 years.
