Government of Newfoundland News
Ministerial Statement - June is Recreation Month
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to note that June is Recreation Month in Newfoundland and Labrador, a time to highlight how active, healthy living enhances the quality of our lives.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Recognizes Police and Peace Officer of the Year Award Recipients
Justice and Public Safety
Mr. Speaker, on May 29, Newfoundland and Labrador Crime Stoppers announced the recipients of the 2015 Police and Peace Officer of the Year Awards. This marked the 21st annual event that recognizes officers for their professionalism and for the contributions they make to their communities.
Media Advisory: Correction to Phone Number for Hotel North I
Executive Council
Media are advised that the phone number for Hotel North I for media planning on attending the meeting of Canada’s 13 provincial and territorial premiers and National Aboriginal Organization Leaders (NAO) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay on July 15 is 1-877-996-9301.
Media Advisory: The Rooms to Announce Unprecedented Donation and Introduce Centennial Leader Corporate
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at The Rooms Where Once They Stood We Stand Capital Campaign reception tomorrow (Thursday, June 4) at 1:20 p.m.
Illegal Big Game Hunting Licence Application Leads to Convictions
Justice and Public Safety
A recent investigation by Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Officers into the validity of a hunting licence has led to convictions for two men.
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner - ATIPPA, 2015: New Information, Guidelines and Forms for Citizens and Public Bodies
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
The province’s new access and privacy legislation, the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015 (ATIPPA, 2015) came into force this week. As the Office tasked with oversight of this new Act, the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) is committed to working with citizens and public bodies to ensure that the law delivers on its promise of better access to information and protection of privacy.
Public Advisory: Reminder of Outer Ring Road Clean Up and Closure on June 14
Transportation and Works
The Department of Transportation and Works will undertake a clean up of the Outer Ring Road between Logy Bay Road and Portugal Cove Road on Sunday, June 14. To facilitate the clean up efforts and to ensure the safety of workers and motorists, the road will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on June 14. Motorists are advised that barricades will be erected the morning of the clean up.
Province Celebrates National Tourism Week
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
May 31 through June 6 marks Tourism Week across Canada, an opportunity to celebrate the tremendous social and economic value of the country’s tourism sector. During the week, national and provincial tourism industry leaders showcase the economic impact and social benefits of the tourism and travel sector.
Media Advisory: Premier to Address Northeast Avalon Rotary
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will address members of the Northeast Avalon Rotary Club tomorrow (Wednesday, June 3) at the Manuels River Hibernia Interpretation Centre, 7 Conception Bay Highway, Conception Bay South.
Provincial Government Removing the Tax on Feminine Hygiene Products
Finance
The Provincial Government is following the lead of the Federal Government and removing the provincial portion of tax on feminine hygiene products.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Recognized Conference of Distinction Award Winners
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Mr. Speaker I am pleased to rise in this Honourable House today to recognize the organizers of the OCEANS '14 international conference on their recent Destination St. John's Tourism Award for 2014 Convention of the Year.
Ministerial Statement - Provincial Government Implements Job-Protected Unpaid Leave Policy
Executive Council
Mr. Speaker, this government is committed to supporting families and communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. We also recognize that there may be instances when families face a crisis.
Ministerial Statement - Premier’s Youth Advisory Committee Gathers for First Face-to-Face Retreat
Executive Council
Media Advisory: Canada’s Premiers to Meet in St. John’s from July 15-17, 2015
Executive Council
As incoming Chair of the Council of the Federation, the Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will host the 2015 Summer Meeting of Canada’s Premiers from July 15 to 17 at the Sheraton Hotel in St. John’s.
Media Advisory: Premiers Meet with National Aboriginal Organization Leaders in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will host Canada’s 13 provincial and territorial premiers and National Aboriginal Organization Leaders (NAO) in Happy Valley-Goose Bay on July 15.
Work Progresses on Significant Sir Robert Bond Bridge Project
Transportation and Works
The Provincial Government has awarded the tender to begin construction of the new Sir Robert Bond Bridge. The contract, valued at more than $13.8 million, was awarded to Johnson’s Construction Ltd.
Age-Friendly Transportation Pilot Enters Third Year
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The innovative Age-Friendly Newfoundland and Labrador Transportation Pilot Project is entering its third year of implementation, with a Budget 2015 investment of $400,000.
New School for Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s Continues to Progress
Transportation and Works
Education and Early Childhood Development
The tender has closed for the construction of a new school for Grades 5-9 in the Town of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s.
Public Advisory: Labrador North Coast Ferry Service to Begin June 15
Transportation and Works
The Provincial Government advises that passenger and freight service delivered by Nunatsiavut Marine Inc. on the MV Northern Ranger, is scheduled to begin from Happy Valley-Goose Bay on Monday, June 15.
Ministerial Statement - Provincial Government Recognizes Seniors Month
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize June as Seniors Month in Newfoundland and Labrador and to recognize the lifelong contributions seniors have made, and continue to make, throughout the province.
