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A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Port of Rotterdam. This partnership will encourage the establishment of hydrogen supply chains to support Newfoundland and Labrador’s export of green hydrogen to the Netherlands, and onward to other parts of Europe.

The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Renévan der Plas, Director International for the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands to cooperate and explore opportunities in the area of green hydrogen and hydrogen technologies. The partnership highlights the significant potential of Newfoundland and Labrador’s renewable energy resources, in particular its wind resources, and the opportunity to bring them to the global marketplace in the form of green hydrogen.

The Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands is the largest inland port in Europe, and the 11th largest container port in the world. It is an energy hub for western Europe, with over 3,000 companies and some 13 per cent of total energy demand in Europe entering the European Union via Rotterdam. The Port is seeking to position itself as a green hydrogen hub for northwestern Europe, through major infrastructure investments in green hydrogen production and distribution, and port upgrades to accommodate green hydrogen imports.

Newfoundland and Labrador has a wealth of resources and supporting characteristics that well position it to competitively produce and export green hydrogen. These include abundant wind, water and land, a highly renewable grid, a skilled workforce, and a strategic location with numerous deep-sea ice-free ports along transcontinental shipping lanes and with proximity to Europe.

Europe is a key export market for Newfoundland and Labrador’s green hydrogen, as the European Union and several member countries have outlined hydrogen as a way to achieve energy security and net zero targets.

This Memorandum of Understanding with the Port of Rotterdam is in addition to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Declaration of Intent with the City of Hamburg, Germany to cooperate in the field of hydrogen and hydrogen technologies. On August 23, 2022 the Town of Stephenville hosted the signing of a Declaration of Intent to establish a Canada-Germany Hydrogen Alliance between the Governments of Canada and Germany as well, further highlighting the significant potential of our province’s renewable resources and the opportunities to bring them to the global marketplace.

The World Hydrogen Summit 2023 will be held from May 9 to 11, 2023, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The summit has been held annually since 2020 to convene government representatives, hydrogen and energy stakeholders, service providers, and hydrogen end-users. The World Hydrogen Summit 2023 will be attended by 8,000 participants from over 100 countries, up from 4,000 virtual and in-person attendees in 2022.

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“I am pleased to be in Rotterdam for the signing of this joint declaration on green hydrogen cooperation between Newfoundland and Labrador and the Port of Rotterdam. Our province is well-positioned to help meet the clean energy needs of key international partners like the Netherlands, thanks to our world-class wind resources, available Crown land and fresh water, highly renewable grid with surplus energy, deep marine ports, and proximity to markets in North America and Europe. I look forward to working together in the coming years to establish a prosperous hydrogen economy and a greener environment that will be beneficial for us all.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“Newfoundland and Labrador’s renewable energy resources present significant opportunities within and outside the province. As we continue with our fair and transparent process for allocating Crown land for wind energy projects to power green hydrogen projects in our province, we are building relationships with other jurisdictions as demonstrated by this MOU with the Port of Rotterdam. Newfoundland and Labrador is delivering affordable and reliable renewable energy to the people of the province and beyond, while developing and using its renewable energy resources in a way that protects the environment and grows jobs and the industry.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology

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Memorandum of Understanding

Media Advisory: Premier Furey and Minister Parsons to attend World Hydrogen Summit and Exhibition

Update on Bids Received for Wind-Hydrogen Development

Guidelines: Crown Land Calls for Bids for Wind Energy Projects

Minister Parsons Launches Renewable Energy Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador

Renewable Energy Plan: Maximizing Our Renewable Future

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Process for Allocation of Crown Land for Wind-hydrogen Development in Newfoundland and Labrador

In July 2022, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced a fair and transparent process for allocating Crown land for wind energy projects to power green hydrogen projects. On March 24, 2023, the Provincial Government provided an update on bids received from its call for bids for Crown land for wind-hydrogen development. A Phase One review of bids is ongoing, assessing criteria including project scope, bidder experience, and financial capacity to plan, construct, and operate the proposed project. Companies passing the Phase One review will proceed to the next phase later in May.

To ensure a fair, transparent, and competitive approval process, the document, “Guidelines: Crown Land Calls for Bids for Wind Energy Projects” was developed to outline the information that would be required of bidders, and how bids would be evaluated. In addition, following a Request for Quotation for the Fairness Advisor that closed on February 6, 2023, the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology has appointed Optimus SBR Inc. as a Fairness Advisor to assist in the evaluation of the Crown Land Call for Bids. The Fairness Advisor will be a neutral party throughout the Call for Bids process, and will support the department by providing independent, arm’s-length oversight and evaluation expertise.

Successful bidders will be granted an exclusive right to pursue the development of their project through the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Crown land application and approval process. These lands will be held in reserve until that process is completed.

The Provincial Government launched the Renewable Energy Plan in December 2021. One of the short-term commitments in the plan was to review the wind moratorium policy on the Island Interconnected Electricity System. Lifting this moratorium was the initial step in this multi-stage process to enable wind energy development in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, will bring greetings tomorrow (Wednesday, May 10) at the Canadian Women in Ocean Industries Leadership Conference.

The event will take place at the Delta Hotels St. John’s Conference Centre, 120 New Gower Street, St. John’s beginning at 9:00 a.m.

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Tomorrow (Wednesday, May 10), provincial and territorial emergency management organizations will be issuing public test messages through Alert Ready, the national emergency alerting system. Newfoundland and Labrador will issue one test message to be distributed over television, radio and to compatible wireless devices at 10:55 a.m. (NDT) and 10:25 a.m. in most of Labrador (ADT).

The Alert Ready system was developed with many partners including federal, provincial, and territorial emergency management officials, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Pelmorex, the broadcasting industry and wireless service providers. The Alert Ready system enables designated government authorities to rapidly warn the public via television, radio and compatible wireless devices of imminent or unfolding threats to life.

It is important to note that not all Canadians will receive the test alert on their wireless device. This may occur for a variety of reasons, including device compatibility, connection to an LTE network, cell tower coverage, device software and settings.

To learn more about the Alert Ready system and to check your device compatibility, visit: www.AlertReady.ca.

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Avis au public : Test national du système En Alerte prévu demain

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The Information and Privacy Commissioner, Michael Harvey, has released his Report A-2023-023 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below.

To view the Report in its entirety, please go to www.oipc.nl.ca/reports/commissioner.

Report: A-2023-023 Report Date: May 4, 2023 Public Body: Department of Environment and Climate Change Summary: The Complainant made an access to information request to the Department of Environment and Climate Change for records related to the appointment of two Vice-Chairpersons to the Labour Relations Board. The Department provided some records, but withheld most documents as cabinet confidences (section 27). The Complainant disagreed and filed a complaint with this Office, also alleging the Department failed in its duty to assist as required by section 13. After review of submissions from both parties, the Commissioner found the Department met its duty to assist and agreed with the Department’s application of section 27.

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The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills, will sign a proclamation tomorrow (Tuesday, May 9) to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of anti-Semitism.

The signing will take place at the Media Centre, East Block, Confederation Building at 12:30 p.m. Minister Byrne will be joined by representatives of the Jewish community.

Through the Ministerial Committee on Anti-Racism, a request was made to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador from local Jewish communities on an approach that is also advocated by the League for Human Rights, B’nai Brith Canada. This definition of anti-Semitism is being adopted along with a pledge to continue the dialogue on anti-Semitism and to continue to demonstrate support for the Jewish community.

The Provincial Government formed the Ministerial Committee on Anti-Racism in 2021, with a mandate to eradicate racism in all its forms, including the recent rise of anti-Semitism. Since then, the committee has taken actions on multiple fronts and this work is ongoing.

For more information on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance and the definition of anti-Semitism, please visit What is antisemitism? | IHRA (holocaustremembrance.com)

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The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs:

Speaker, on Friday I had the pleasure of joining our partners Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador and the Professional Municipal Administrators at the Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador Spring Symposium to proclaim May 8 – 12 as Municipal Awareness Week. The week is an opportunity to acknowledge the many people in the municipal sector, and the contribution of local governments to the province.

At the heart of every municipality are elected officials, administrators, professional planners, staff, and volunteers. Municipal governments are responsible for many services that enhance the quality of life for residents.

Budget 2023 recognizes the essential role municipalities play in the well-being, safety, and security of residents. Beginning this year, municipal operating grants are increasing by $3 million, bringing the total budget to $25 million. This allocation will rise again by another $3 million next year for a total annual budget of $28 million.

All communities currently receiving a grant will see an increase of approximately 13.6 per cent this year, and we will review how funds are allocated in the following year.

Speaker, collaboration, partnership and citizen involvement are essential for active, sustainable and vibrant communities. To help communities build capacity and provide the services residents need, we will be working with community leaders and stakeholder groups to identify opportunities for regional community collaboration, supported through initial funding of $500,000.

Municipalities will be holding special events throughout this week. I encourage everyone to drop by your town hall and see the great work that is happening at the local level.

Thank you.

 

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The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Siobhan Coady, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance:

This weekend, across Canada and around the world, a significant moment in the history of The Monarch was observed: the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort.

We acknowledge and celebrate the close ties between His Majesty The King and our country, as well as the role The Canadian Crown plays in our system of governance and our sense of identity.

Their Majesties are dear friends to Newfoundland and Labrador, having visited on multiple occasions. We had the pleasure of welcoming Their Majesties during their Royal Tour of Canada in 2022. The visit was an opportunity to reflect on The Platinum Jubilee of the late Queen Elizabeth II and celebrate our province’s friendly hospitality, rich arts and Indigenous traditions, as well as our incredible pride of place.

On Coronation Day, we had the collective opportunity to reflect on this once again and celebrate shared priorities that Their Majesties and the people of Newfoundland and Labrador hold close, which includes important areas such as service to our communities, the environment and sustainability, and diversity.

Events such as the Royal Tour of Canada and the Coronation inspire a sense of pride and foster a greater understanding and appreciation of uniquely Canadian institutions, like The Crown in Canada, and the values and symbols that unite us all.

Thank you, Speaker.

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The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, today met with leaders from the Coalition Against the Sexual Exploitation of Youth (CASEY) and other community agencies to proclaim May 8 to 12, 2023 as Stop Sexual Exploitation Week in Newfoundland in Labrador.

Stop Sexual Exploitation Week is a dedicated time to raise awareness of sexual exploitation and to share information and resources that are available to victims and their support networks. This year’s theme is “I am here,” which connects to the experiences of sexual exploitation victims and lifts up the support services that are available.

Sexual exploitation is the abuse of individuals in positions of vulnerability and dependency by individuals in positions of power and trust, with the goal of profiting monetarily, materially, socially or politically off the exploits of another person.

CASEY aims to support the development of community-identified needs, build supportive networks, and create a safer province for children, youth and adults free from sexual exploitation.

Through Budget 2023, the Office of Women and Gender Equality has allocated over $60,000 to CASEY to support initiatives that prevent sexual exploitation and support young people who have experienced, or are currently experiencing, sexual exploitation.

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“Ongoing and targeted work in areas such as violence prevention, justice, and social and economic well-being are integral to addressing factors that lead to sexual exploitation. I commend CASEY for their tireless work to support individuals who have experienced youth sexual exploitation.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality

“This year’s theme for Stop Sexual Exploitation Week, “I am here,” acknowledges the responsibility of the public to be aware of sexual exploitation in our province. The experiences of people who have been sexually exploited matter. CASEY will continue to listen to victims and work with community and government to address issues pertaining to the sexual exploitation of youth.”
Jilian Nugent
CASEY Coordinator

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The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture is pleased to announce recipients of Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Award grants for 2023. The initiative encourages Canadians to take actions that increase their home, neighborhood and community’s resilience to wildfire.

Ten municipalities, fire departments and community groups from this province have been awarded funding through the program, which is administered by FireSmart Canada in cooperation with provincial partners. The grants, valued at $500 each, help fund local projects aimed at reducing the risk of wildfire damage in and around communities.

This year’s recipients include:

• The Indian Bay Ecosystem Corporation;
• Town of Eastport;
• Town of Englee;
• Corner Brook Fire Department;
• Gander Bay Fire Department;
• Fortune Fire Department;
• Botwood Fire Department;
• Deer Lake Fire Rescue;
• Meadows Fire Department; and
• The St. Lewis local fire brigade.

Wildfire professionals from the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture work with grant recipients to educate residents about practices that help reduce the wildfire risk within their communities.

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is celebrated annually on the first Saturday in May.  Municipalities and community groups are encouraged to plan community events that may include fire prevention and other mitigation activities, such as demonstrating how to safely store firewood and neighborhood clean ups focused on removing combustible materials such as dry leaves and brush.

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“I would like to congratulate each of the 2023 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Award recipients for taking advantage of this program, which provides residents of their communities with the knowledge to better protect their homes and property. As witnessed last summer in central Newfoundland, forest fires have the potential to pose a significant risk to our communities. The Provincial Government is happy to support this initiative, which aims to educate the public about wildland forest fire preparedness and prevention.”
Honourable Derrick Bragg
Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture

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Over 130 junior high and high school students from 15 teams throughout Newfoundland and Labrador will participate in the regional Marine Advanced Technology Education Remotely Operated Vehicle (MATE ROV) competition this weekend in St. John’s. The Provincial Government is contributing over $89,000 to support this year’s event, hosted by the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University’s School of Ocean Technology.

The 17th annual regional MATE ROV competition inspires and encourages youth to become involved in ocean science and technology. Using science, technology, engineering, and math skills, students create remotely operated vehicles to compete in missions that simulate challenges present in marine environments. This year’s student challenge is ‘Deliver, Together, The Ocean We Need for the Future We Want’, by designing and building a remotely operated vehicle and the necessary sensors, tooling, and complementary technologies to combat climate change, provide clean energy, monitor ocean health, and heal and protect our aquatic habitats from the mountains to the sea.

Taking place this weekend (Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6), this Newfoundland and Labrador competition is part of a network of 26 regional events worldwide. Winners of the provincial event will attend the international MATE ROV competition in Longmont, Colorado from June 22-24, 2023. Eastern Edge Robotics, comprised of post-secondary students representing Memorial University and Marine Institute, will compete in the explorer class at the international event this year.

The goal of the MATE ROV competition is to encourage youth to become more involved in ocean science and technology, providing industry with skilled individuals who can fill workforce needs in the future. As exemplified by the success of companies such as Kraken Robotics, and initiatives such as the Ocean Supercluster, the ocean technology industry is growing and building a stronger economy in Newfoundland and Labrador. The School of Ocean Technology at the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University is the only post-secondary facility in the country to offer remotely operated vehicles training. The school also offers a diploma and graduate programs in Ocean Mapping and oversees the institute’s Leadership Certificate, Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology Management programs.

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“Ocean tech plays such an important role in our economy, and this competition shines a light on opportunities for young people in this sector. By building the skills required to successfully undertake innovative research and development activities, these students are gaining valuable hands-on learning experiences. Thanks to the team at the Marine Institute’s School of Ocean Technology for hosting, and helping these students as they prepare to play a leading role in our ocean industries and the blue economy. I wish you all the best of luck this weekend.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology

“I wish all students and their teams the best of luck as they make final preparations to participate in this annual competition. Students have the opportunity to explore the burgeoning ocean sciences and technology sectors, which could steer their career path heading into post-secondary education. I commend the Fisheries and Marine Institute for fostering this program and demonstrating an innovative approach to education for students in junior and senior high.”
Honourable John Haggie
Minister of Education

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The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, will bring greetings and will sign a proclamation to recognize Stop Sexual Exploitation Week on Monday, May 8.

The event will take place at Thrive Community Youth Network, 807 Water Street, St. John’s at 11:30 a.m.

The event is hosted by the Coalition to Address the Sexual Exploitation of Youth, a group of concerned professionals and experiential voices in the community that work together to address issues pertaining to the sexual exploitation of youth.

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Visitor services at the Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve and the Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will open for the 2023 tourism season on Monday, May 8, and will remain open until Friday, October 13.

The hours of operation for the visitor centre at Cape St. Mary’s are Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Extended hours will begin in June and a public update on those extended hours will be provided at that time.

The hours of operation for the Edge of Avalon Interpretation Centre at Mistaken Point are Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Viewing of the fossils at Mistaken Point occurs through guided hikes, which can be booked by email at mistakenpointtour@gov.nl.ca or by telephone at 709-438-1011.

When planning your visit, please remember for the safety and comfort of both wildlife and other visitors, pets are not permitted in the Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve or on the guided hikes at Mistaken Point.

The Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve recorded 14,280 visitors last year. Staff at the Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve led 238 guided hikes last year with a total of 2,691 participants.

More information on the Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve and the Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site is available online.

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The Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL, will bring greetings at the Steps for Life walk on Sunday, May 7.

The walk will begin at the Rotary Paradise Youth and Community Centre, 1 Sarah Davis Way (off McNamara Drive), Paradise beginning 10:30 a.m. Visitors should enter from the main entrance of the Paradise Double Ice Complex.

Steps for Life – Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy is a five kilometre fundraising walk held annually at various locations throughout Canada to help support families affected by life-altering workplace injuries, illnesses and deaths.

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The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will bring greetings at Softball Newfoundland and Labrador’s 2023 Hall of Fame and Awards Banquet tomorrow (Saturday, May 6).

The event will take place at the GlenDenning Golf Club, 120 Gabriel Road, St. John’s beginning at 7:00 p.m.

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The Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology and MHA for Burgeo – La Poile, will speak at the Port aux Basques Lifestyle Expo tomorrow (Saturday, May 6).

The event takes place at the Bruce II Sports Centre, 200 Hardys Arterial Road, Port aux Basques. Minister Parsons is scheduled to speak at 12:00 p.m.

Presented by the Port aux Basques and Area Chamber of Commerce, this three-day event is a celebration of all that southwestern Newfoundland and Labrador has to offer.

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The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills, will take part in two Holocaust remembrance events on Sunday, May 7, hosted by Jewish communities in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Minister Byrne will first attend a Holocaust Memorial Service, organized by Beth El Synagogue and the Jewish Community Havura, commemorating the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and the six millions Jews who perished in the Holocaust. The service will feature Holocaust survivor Pinchas Gutter via Zoom and his remembrances of the Warsaw Ghetto and surviving concentration camps.

The service takes place in the Bruneau Centre Auditorium (IC2001) at Memorial University’s St. John’s campus at 3:00 p.m. Media can RSVP via holmemserv@gmail.com.

Minister Byrne will then give remarks at Where Courage Lives, organized by the Chabad of Newfoundland. The event will feature Holocaust survivor Muguette Myers and the story of her escape from Nazi-occupied Paris.

Where Courage Lives takes place at the St. John’s Convention Centre, 50 New Gower Street beginning at 6:30 p.m. Media can email Rabbi Chernitsky to RSVP via chananchernitsky@gmail.com.

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The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced the following relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.

UNDERTAKINGS REGISTERED:

NW Gander Area Bullseye Mineral Exploration                     (Reg. 2242)
Proponent:  Exploits Discovery Corp.

The proponent is proposing to complete mineral exploration activities including prospecting, geochemical sampling, geophysical surveys on the ground and from the air, and core drilling on the Bullseye Property near Gander River. Site access to complete the exploration activities would be primarily via existing logging roads and trails. Short trails would be constructed to access the drill pads from the existing access roads and trails. A description of the project can be found on the department’s webpage at: www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/env-assessment/projects-list/.

The undertaking was registered on May 2, 2023; the deadline for public comment is June 8, 2023; and the minister’s decision is due by June 16, 2023.

Lewisporte Junction Maple and Birch Syrup Farm             (Reg. 2243)
Proponent: Hillside Farm (HSF)

The proponent proposes to develop a 72-hectare maple and birch tree sap collection and syrup farm near Lewisporte Junction in central Newfoundland. The project includes the installation of tree tapping and piping equipment, as well as the construction of access roads and trails, sap processing and bottling facilities, a retail office and maintenance buildings. A description of the project can be found on the department’s webpage at: www.gov.nl.ca/ecc/env-assessment/projects-list/.

The undertaking was registered on May 4, 2023; the deadline for public comment is June 8, 2023; and the minister’s decision is due by June 18, 2023.

UNDERTAKING NOT TO PROCEED:

Rocky Pond Quarry                                                                       (Reg. 2187)
Proponent: Parsons Paving Ltd.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has directed that the Rocky Pond Quarry undertaking not proceed based on its application for permit having been rejected under the Quarry Materials Act, 1998.

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The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, will be attending the 2023 East Coast Music Awards taking place this weekend in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

As part of the weekend’s events, Minister Crocker will bring greetings at the East Coast Music Awards Export Buyers’ Delegate Luncheon tomorrow (Friday, May 5).

The luncheon will take place at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, 1919 Upper Water Street, Halifax beginning at 1:00 p.m.

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The Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, will address the Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador 2023 Spring Symposium, “Framing Our Future,” tomorrow (Friday, May 5).

The event will take place at the Quality Hotel & Suites, 100 Trans-Canada Highway, Gander. The minister’s remarks will take place at 12:30 p.m.

Minister Howell will also join Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador and the Professional Municipal Administrators to proclaim May 8-12 as Municipal Awareness Week.

The Municipal Symposium is presented by Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador annually, offering sessions on various topics of interest to municipal representatives from across the province.

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The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for the Office of Women and Gender Equality:

Speaker, I rise today to recognize tomorrow, May 5 as the National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, also known as Red Dress Day.

This is a day to honour the memory of all missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people across Canada, including in Newfoundland and Labrador.

It is also a day to raise awareness. Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people face higher rates of violence than their non-Indigenous, cisgender and heterosexual counterparts.

Speaker, preventing this violence requires an approach that is culturally appropriate and informed by Indigenous knowledge keepers.

At the most recent annual Provincial Indigenous Women’s Gathering our Premier, the Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation and I announced our government’s commitment to establish a Provincial Indigenous Women’s Reconciliation Council.

This council will coordinate and lead meaningful collaborative action in the areas of Indigenous culture, health and wellness, justice, and human security as it relates to violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

Through Budget 2023 our government will continue to provide close to $400,000 to support Indigenous-led violence prevention initiatives. This includes the Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program, the annual Provincial Indigenous Women’s Gathering, and funding support to the Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network.

Speaker, our government is actively partnering with Indigenous Governments and Organizations, and will continue to support actions that aim to prevent violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

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