Government of Newfoundland News
Provincial Government Announces Infrastructure Funding for Deer Lake
Executive Council
The Provincial Government and the Government of Canada are making infrastructure investments that will help create jobs, grow the middle class, and support a high standard of living for Canadians and their families for years to come.
Human Rights Commission Recognizes and Celebrates International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Justice and Public Safety
The Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission joins with others in Canada in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is celebrated annually on December 3.
Northern Harvest Sea Farms Announces Significant Expansion in Province
Executive Council
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods, joined Northern Harvest Sea Farms today as it announced a $6 million expansion to its salmon hatchery in Stephenville.
Media Advisory: Premier to Announce Funding for Infrastructure in Deer Lake
Executive Council
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be joined by the Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs, and Gudie Hutchings, Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, to announce funding for municipal infrastructure for the Town of Deer Lake tomorrow (Friday, December 2). The event will take place at the town hall, 34 Reid’s Lane, Deer Lake, at 2:30 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Address Community Business Development Corporations
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will address the Community Business Development Corporations during their Semi-Annual Meeting tomorrow (Friday, December 2) at 11:00 a.m. The event is being held at the Holiday Inn Express, 38 Bennett Avenue, Deer Lake.
Media Advisory: Premier Ball and Minister Crocker to Join Northern Harvest Sea Farms for Announcement
Executive Council
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods, will join representatives of Northern Harvest Sea Farms for an announcement tomorrow (Friday, December 2).
Provincial Government Introduces Legislation to Regulate Payday Loans
Service NL
Amendments to the Consumer Protection and Business Practices Act to regulate payday loans will receive second reading in the House of Assembly today.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Attend the Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters Association Annual General Meeting and Convention
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will bring greetings at the Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters Association Annual General Meeting and Convention tomorrow (Friday, December 2). The event is being held at the Glynmill Inn, 1B Cobb Lane, Corner Brook, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Provides Information on Increase in Tourism Numbers
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Mr. Speaker, generating approximately $1 billion in visitor spending each year, the tourism industry is a pillar in our province’s growth, and is a key contributor to strengthening our economy. I am pleased to advise this Honourable House that tourism numbers based on all major travel indicators have increased this season.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Proclaims International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Children, Seniors and Social Development
Mr. Speaker, I rise in this Honourable House to recognize that Saturday, December 3, is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. On this day annually, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of individuals with disabilities.
Ministerial Statement - Premier Ball Recognizes Nunatsiavut Day
Executive Council
Mr. Speaker, today, it gives me great pleasure to offer my own congratulations and that of all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to the Labrador Inuit as they celebrate Nunatsiavut Day.
Provincial Government Issues Order in Council for Commission of Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Executive Council
Justice and Public Safety
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, has issued an Order in Council, which establishes the Commission of Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in this province under the Public Inquiries Act, 2006. The Terms of Reference and commissioners for the inquiry were announced by the Federal Government on August 3, 2016.
Public Advisory: St. Lewis Bridge Temporarily Closed Tomorrow for Maintenance
Transportation and Works
The temporary closure of the St. Lewis Inlet Bridge, which was originally scheduled for today (Thursday, December 1), will now take place tomorrow (Friday, December 2) from approximately 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Media Advisory: Technical Briefing on Consumer Protection and Business Practices Act
Service NL
Representatives from Service NLwill provide a technical briefing to the media on proposed amendments to the Consumer Protection and Business Practices Act tomorrow (Thursday, December 1) at 10:30 a.m. The technical briefing will take place at the Service NL offices located on the 2nd floor, West Block, Confederation Building.
Public Advisory: Temporary Closure of St. Lewis Bridge
Transportation and Works
The St. Lewis Inlet Bridge will be closed on Thursday, December 1, from approximately 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Environmental Assessment Bulletin
Environment and Climate Change
The Honourable Perry Trimper, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation: Minister Gambin-Walsh Announces 2016 NLHC Scholarship Recipients
Children, Seniors and Social Development
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) has awarded its 2016 Scholarship awards to tenants currently pursuing post-secondary studies. Each scholarship is valued at $1,000.
Minister Byrne Congratulates College of the North Atlantic on Renewal of International Contract
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, is recognizing the signing of a new three-year comprehensive agreement between College of the North Atlantic and the State of Qatar as a continuation of a successful international partnership.
Ministerial Statement - Minister Highlights Special Call to Bar Ceremony
Justice and Public Safety
Mr. Speaker, this year we are marking the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Beaumont Hamel.
Ministerial Statement - Anadarko Acquires Flemish Pass Interests from Shell
Natural Resources
Mr. Speaker, I stand in this Honourable House today to welcome Anadarko Petroleum Corporation to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador offshore area. I am pleased to report that Anadarko has successfully acquired a working interest in five exploration licences from Shell – which was initially registered under BG International Limited – for licences in the highly sought after Flemish Pass Basin.
