Government of Newfoundland News
New Youth Treatment Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor Officially Named
Health and Community Services
A new treatment centre in Grand Falls-Windsor for youth with addictions was officially named today. Hope Valley Centre was completed in May 2014 and represents a strategic investment of $12.5 million to enhance mental health and addictions services in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Public Advisory: Wolf Diagnosed with Rabies in Labrador West
Natural Resources
Health and Community Services
The Department of Natural Resources has diagnosed a wolf that was recently killed about six kilometres east of Labrador City with rabies.
Broadband Service and Improvements Extended to Over 800 Households
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Over $565,000 is being invested in broadband access as part of the Provincial Government's commitment to providing leading-edge telecommunications services and infrastructure. Broadband coverage will be extended to an additional 232 households, with improved service extended to 570 households in 12 rural Newfoundland and Labrador communities. An additional $407,800 has been leveraged from other partners and work will be completed by Bell Aliant and SmartLabrador.
Media Advisory: Ministers to Attend Closing Ceremonies for Junior National Curling Championships
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Service NL
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, and the Honourable Tony Cornect, Minister of Service NL, will be in Corner Brook this weekend (January 31 and February 1) to bring greetings at the 2015 Junior National Curling Championships closing ceremonies.
Media Advisory: Minister to Make Health Care Announcement in Gander
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Kevin O'Brien, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills and MHA for Gander, will make a funding announcement tomorrow (Friday, January 30) at 1:00 p.m. on behalf of the Provincial Government.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary to Celebrate Literacy Week
Education and Early Childhood Development
Tom Hedderson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will help St. Edward's School celebrate Literacy Week tomorrow (Friday, January 30) by reading to Grade 2 students. The event will take place at 10:45 a.m. at St. Edward's School in Kelligrews, Conception Bay South.
Media Advisory: Minister to Attend Events in Grand Falls-Windsor
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development and MHA for Grand Falls-Windsor - Buchans, will participate in two events in Grand Falls-Windsor tomorrow (Friday, January 30) on behalf of the Provincial Government.
Mistaken Point Nomination Bid Submitted to UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Environment and Conservation
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Another significant milestone has been reached in Newfoundland and Labrador's bid to have Mistaken Point designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Provincial Government has been working with Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. to support the development of the nomination dossier for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The dossier has been received by the World Heritage Centre in Paris, France, this week.
New Appointees Strengthen Advisory Council on Aging and Seniors
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, today announced the appointment of three new members, and the re-appointment of six others, to the Provincial Advisory Council on Aging and Seniors. The 13-member council advocates on behalf of senior citizens province-wide, and is one means by which seniors have strong input into the development of government programs and policies.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary to Address Annual Volunteerism Luncheon
Executive Council
Kevin Pollard, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement, will speak at the annual volunteerism luncheon organized by theCommunity Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador tomorrow (Thursday, January 29). The event will take place at 12:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's. At the luncheon, the provincial theme for National Volunteer Week 2015 will be announced.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at Launch Event for Mental Health Mobile App
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, will speak at the launch event for a new mental health mobile app for youth tomorrow (Thursday, January 29). The event will begin at 12:00 p.m. in the cafeteria conference room at the Dr. L.A. Miller Centre in St. John’s.
$167,000 Contract Supports Further Renovations to NL Housing Units
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation has awarded a $167,000 contract to TSG Contracting Ltd., for the renovation of three social housing homes on Whiteway Street and Hoyles Avenue in St. John's.
Information and Privacy Commissioner Ed Ring reminds citizens to, “respect privacy, safeguard data and enable trust”
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
Information and Privacy Commissioner Ed Ring is encouraging citizens of Newfoundland and Labrador to value and protect their personal information, particularly when using and divulging this information in digital forums.
Minister Announces NL 911 Bureau Inc. Board Appointments
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Judy Manning, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Minister Responsible for Fire and Emergency Services, today extended congratulations to nine individuals from throughout Newfoundland and Labrador on their appointment to the Board of Directors of NL 911 Bureau Inc. The board is responsible for the operation of the new province-wide Basic 911 service to be launched in February.
Province Celebrates East Coast Music Week
Advanced Education and Skills
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The East Coast Music Association is better positioned to successfully host East Coast Music Week 2015 as a result of a Provincial Government investment of $56,000 from the Department of Advanced Education and Skills Job Creation Partnership program. The funding will allow the association to hire five staff to assist with the successful implementation of Music Week 2015. Previously, $250,000 was announced by Premier Paul Davis in support of music week activities. The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, attended the East Coast Music Award nominations today at the Rock House in St. John’s.
Minister Highlights Importance of Privacy Protection on Data Privacy Day
Executive Council
Today, on Data Privacy Day, the Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement, is reminding residents of the importance of protecting their personal information and safeguarding data. Data Privacy Day has been recognized around the world since 2008 in an effort to generate global discussion and awareness.
Research & Development Corporation: RDC and Fugro Bringing Arctic-Class Vessel with Research and Development Capabilities to Newfoundland and Labrador
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Research & Development Corporation (RDC) is pleased to announce a $4.9 million investment in a multi-purpose survey, support and research and development vessel to be stationed in St. John’s. The total cost to design, build and operate such a vessel over a 10-year period is estimated at more than $100 million which will be funded by Fugro. RDC’s investment directly targets the research and development capabilities, equipment and operations of the vessel, which will be built and operated by Fugro GeoSurveys (FGI).
Provincial Government Recognizes Bell Let's Talk Day
Health and Community Services
The Provincial Government is recognizing today, January 28, as Bell Let's Talk Day to promote awareness and education of mental health issues 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.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at the East Coast Music Awards Nominations
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will participate in the East Coast Music Awards nomination announcement tomorrow (Wednesday, January 28). The event will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Rock House on George Street in St. Johns.
