Government of Newfoundland News
Newfoundland and Labrador Electoral Districts Boundaries Commission: Notice of Proposal and Public Sittings
Justice and Public Safety
The 2015 Newfoundland and Labrador Electoral Districts Boundaries Commission has released its proposal for the division of the Province into 40 one-member districts. A schedule of public sittings has been set to provide the public with opportunities to comment on the proposed electoral boundaries. Public sittings will begin on April 22 and will continue throughout the province until May 1.
Province Congratulates 2015 ECMA Winners
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The best and brightest of Atlantic Canada’s music industry were honoured last night at the East Coast Music Awards (ECMA) gala, which was held at the Jack Byrne Arena in Torbay. The gala was attended by the Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development.
Calling All Campers! Government Announces New Campsite Reservation Service and Park Opening Dates
Environment and Conservation
With camping season just around the corner, the Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, today announced a new provincial campsite reservation service, designed to better meet the needs of outdoor enthusiasts province-wide.
Government Reaches Agreement in Principle with Teachers' Association to Secure Pension Plan
Executive Council
The Provincial Government and the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association (NLTA) have reached an agreement in principle that sustains the Teachers’ Pension Plan. The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced the conclusion of an agreement today at the NLTA's Biennial Meeting in St. John's.
Sport Newfoundland and Labrador: Local Tennis Player Scores National Under-12 Success
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Aiden Drover Mattinen, a 12-year-old student at Beachy Cove Elementary in Portugal Cove-St. Philip's, gave a stellar performance at the Tennis Canada Indoor Under-12 National Championships in Calgary last week (March 29-April 4).
Wood Harvesting Project Continuing to Help Residents in Central Labrador
Forestry and Agrifoods Agency
Executive Council
The Provincial Government is providing easier access to wood that has been cut for the Muskrat Falls Project for domestic use for elders, seniors and other residents of North West River, Sheshatshiu and Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Media Advisory: Premier to Address Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association Biennial General Meeting
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will address the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association today (Thursday, April 9), as part of the association’s biennial general meeting.
Media Advisory: Premier to Speak at the East Coast Music Awards Gala
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will participate in the East Coast Music Awards Gala tomorrow (Thursday, April 9). The event will take place at 8:30 p.m. at the Jack Byrne Arena in Torbay. Premier Davis will be joined by the Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development.
Provincial Government Supports 2015 Seal Harvest
Fisheries and Aquaculture
The sealing industry remains an important contributor to the provincial economy providing economic benefits to people and communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. The Provincial Government announced today that it is providing $2 million to support the purchase of seals from the 2015 harvest. This support comes in the form of loans to Carino Processing Ltd. and PhocaLux International Inc. of up to $1 million each.
Work Continues to Ease Financial Burden on Pensioners After Overpayments
Finance
The Department of Finance is continuing to work with pensioners impacted after an internal audit of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador public pension payments identified errors that resulted in overpayments to 427 individuals. In cases where repayment to the public pension plans is required and financial hardship is determined, to the greatest extent possible, staff will work with individuals to address it.
World Health Day Recognized in Newfoundland and Labrador
Health and Community Services
The Provincial Government is recognizing today, April 7, as World Health Day in Newfoundland and Labrador. Created to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948, World Health Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the value of health and well-being for all residents. This year’s theme is Food Safety.
Contract Awarded for Upgrades to Lumsden Academy
Education and Early Childhood Development
A contract valued at over $170,000 has been awarded for electrical upgrades at Lumsden Academy in Lumsden.
Media Advisory: Minister to Attend National Caregiver Day Event
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, will join representatives of the provincial Caregivers Out of Isolation (COI-NL) program, for a luncheon event tomorrow (Tuesday, April 7), to mark National Caregiver Day in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Public Advisory: Hunting and Trapping Guide, Big Game Licence Applications Now Available
Environment and Conservation
The Department of Environment and Conservation wishes to advise the public that the 2015-16 Hunting and Trapping Guide and big game licence applications are now available online and are being mailed out to all qualified, eligible resident hunters.
Integrated Approach Moves Moose Management Planning Forward
Environment and Conservation
Transportation and Works
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, and the Honourable David Brazil, Minister of Transportation and Works, today announced a new five-year moose management plan. The plan will see greater collaboration between government departments and will draw upon scientific research and moose-vehicle collision statistics to create a long-term, coordinated approach to moose management in the province.
Media Advisory: Premier Davis to Hold Media Availability
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be available to the media today (Monday, April 6) at 12:30 p.m.
Provincial Drama Festival Celebrates 65 Years of Theatre Arts
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Drama Festival kicked off its 65th season last night at the Arts and Culture Centre in Gander. With seven community theatre groups from around the province gathering to perform a variety of plays, the festival is the longest running full-length drama festival in the country. The Provincial Government continues to support the arts through a number of annual grant programs.
Public Advisory: Polar Bear Warning Issued for Northern Peninsula
Fisheries and Aquaculture
The Forestry and Agrifoods Agency is warning residents of reported sightings of polar bears along the Northern Peninsula.
Media Advisory: Ministers to Outline New Moose Management Planning
Environment and Conservation
Transportation and Works
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, and the Honourable David Brazil, Minister of Transportation and Works, will announce new, coordinated moose management planning on Monday, April 6, at 2:00 p.m. The announcement will take place in the Media Centre, Ground Floor, East Block, Confederation Building.
Premier Meets with Denominational Leaders
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, yesterday, met with leader representatives of the provincial Christian denominations. The purpose of the discussion was to seek guidance on the matter of flying a religious flag during Holy Week on the courtesy flagpole on Confederation Complex Grounds.
