Government of Newfoundland News
Successful Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Investigations Lead to Convictions
Justice and Public Safety
As the result of recent investigations by the Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Division of the Department of Justice and Public Safety, several individuals have been convicted of illegal fishing and netting offences.
Provincial Government Recognizes Canadian Patient Safety Week in Newfoundland and Labrador
Health and Community Services
Canadian Patient Safety Week is being recognized in Newfoundland and Labrador from October 27 to 31 to increase awareness of patient-safety issues and share information about best practices.
Special Ballot Deadlines Approaching in the Conception Bay South By-Election
Office of the Chief Electoral Officer
Elections Newfoundland and Labrador would like to notify electors in the district of Conception Bay South that the deadline to apply for Special Ballot voting is approaching.
Media Advisory: Minister to Make Health Care Announcement in Corner Brook
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, will make a health care funding announcement today (Monday, October 27) at the Donor Wall, 1st Floor, Western Regional Memorial Hospital, Corner Brook. The event will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Official Candidates for the Conception Bay South By-Election
Office of the Chief Electoral Officer
The official nomination of candidates for the November 5, 2014 Conception Bay South by-election closed today, October 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. The candidates are as follows:
Media Advisory: Minister to Attend “Caregiver Day Away” Event
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, will join members of the Mount Pearl Seniors Independence Group and representatives of the provincial Caregivers Out of Isolation (COI-NL) program, for a “Caregiver Day Away” event on Monday, October 27, to mark the launch of Caregivers of Family and Friends Week (October 27-31) in Newfoundland and Labrador. Minister Jackman will be joined by the Honourable Steve Kent, Minister of Health and Community Services and MHA for Mount Pearl North.
Media Advisory: Premier to Attend MusicNL Awards Gala
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will attend and present the Lifetime Achievement Award at the MusicNL Awards Gala on Sunday, October 26. The event will take place at the Corner Brook Arts and Culture Centre at 8:00 p.m. Premier Davis will be joined by the Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development.
Media Advisory: Premier to Bring Greetings at 40th Anniversary Celebration of Hearts Delight-Islington Fire Department
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will bring greetings at the 40th anniversary celebration of the Hearts Delight-Islington Fire Department tomorrow (Saturday, October 25.)
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at Grand Opening of Scouts Canada Service Centre
Executive Council
The Honourable Steve Kent, Minister Responsible for the Office of Public Engagement, will speak at the grand opening of Scouts Canada's Newfoundland and Labrador Service Centre tomorrow (Saturday, October 25). The event will take place at 10:00 a.m. at 55 Karwood Drive, Paradise.
Media Advisory: Minister to Speak at Foster Families Recruitment Event
Child, Youth and Family Services
The Honourable Sandy Collins, Minister of Child, Youth and Family Services, will speak at a foster parenting recruitment event tomorrow (Saturday, October 25) at The Rooms in St. John’s. The event will begin at 2:00 p.m.
District of Lewisporte Receives Funding for Fire Truck and Equipment
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Judy Manning, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Minister Responsible for Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador, has announced more than $228,000 for the purchase of a fire truck and firefighting equipment for several communities in the District of Lewisporte. Minister Manning was joined by the Honourable Wade Verge, Speaker of the House of Assembly (Acting) and MHA for Lewisporte, at the Lewisporte Firefighters’ Banquet yesterday evening to make the announcement.
Memorial Vigil Honours Lives Lost in Afghanistan Conflict
Executive Council
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
Today, the Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, unveiled the Afghanistan Memorial Vigil in a ceremony at the Confederation Building in St. John’s. The Honourable Keith Hutchings, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs, joined the Premier for the presentation of a Canadian Flag which was flown previously in Afghanistan. The ceremony was attended by veterans, members of Canada’s Armed Forces and families of those who lost their lives during service.
Voter Information Cards Being Distributed for the November 5, 2014 Conception Bay South By-Election
Office of the Chief Electoral Officer
Electors in the district of Conception Bay South are asked to watch their mail for Voter Information Cards being circulated by Elections Newfoundland and Labrador.
Public Advisory: The Rooms Re-opening Today
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The public is advised that The Rooms will re-open today for regular business hours. The issues resulting from yesterday’s water main break have been resolved.
Media Advisory: Minister to Address the Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development: The Rooms Corporation
The Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at the Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade luncheon tomorrow (Friday, October 23). The event will take place at 12:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Inn.
Media Advisory: Premier to Participate in Afghanistan Memorial Vigil Ceremony
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will participate in the Afghanistan Memorial Vigil Ceremony tomorrow (Friday, October 24). The event will take place at 10:30 a.m. in the Main Lobby, East Block, Confederation Building. Premier Davis will be joined by the Honourable Keith Hutchings, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary to Speak at Holyrood Community Breakfast
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Kevin Parsons, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Darin King, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at the Holyrood Business Community and Partner breakfast tomorrow (Friday, October 23). The event will take place at 9:00 a.m. at the Star of the Sea Hall in Holyrood.
VolleyCentral 2014: Second Stop for October Madness with a Record 70 Teams
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development: Sport Newfoundland and Labrador
The Newfoundland and Labrador Volleyball Association (NLVA) will be hosting VolleyCentral 2014, October 24-25, in Grand Falls-Windsor, Lewisporte and Gander.
Summit Provides a Venue for Discussion on a Wide Range of Issues Affecting Aboriginal Women
Executive Council
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador continues to strongly support the National Aboriginal Women’s Summit. On October 21-22, a Provincial Government delegation led by the Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs, and the Honourable Judy Manning, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and the Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, attended the most recent summit at Membertou First Nation in Nova Scotia. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador also provided financial support for provincial Aboriginal organizations to attend the Summit as well.
Public Advisory: The Rooms Closed to the Public until Further Notice
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development: The Rooms Corporation
The Rooms is closed to the public until further notice due to water pressure issues. We apologize for the inconvenience. Updates will be provided as they become available at www.therooms.ca.
