Government of Newfoundland News
Provincial Government Recognizes Atlantic Canada Career Week
Education and Early Childhood Development
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, is pleased to join Atlantic Ministers of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island to officially launch Atlantic Canada Career Week, taking place from October 31 to November 4.
Statement by Justice and Public Safety Minister Parsons
Justice and Public Safety
Today we learned of the sudden loss of RCMP Inspector Anthony Perry in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and colleagues and join with all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians in extending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to them during this very difficult time. Inspector Perry was a valued member of the RCMP detachment in Labrador and during his short time he contributed immensely to the community. He will be greatly missed.
Province Focused on Economic Growth in Aerospace, Defence and Security Industries
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Aerospace, defence and security leaders are congregating in St. John’s this week as the Aerospace and Defence Industry Association of Newfoundland and Labrador hosts the fourth annual Maritime and Arctic Security and Safety Conference (MASS16) at the St. John’s Convention Centre from October 27-28. This year’s theme – Converging Interests – highlights the industry’s challenges with operating in northern and Maritime environments.
Media Advisory: Minister Kirby to Attend National Skilled Trades and Technology Week Launch
Education and Early Childhood Development
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will speak at the National Skilled Trades and Technology Week Launch on Monday, October 31. The event begins at 9:15 a.m. at the Carpenter Millwright College, 89 McNamara Drive, Paradise.
Federal and Provincial Investments Support Upgrades to Manuels River Trail Network
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), along with the Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, provincial Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, today announced combined funding of close to $579,000 in support of a community infrastructure project in Conception Bay South.
Highway Traffic Act Charges Laid Against Busing Company and Mechanic
Service NL
A busing company, an Official Inspection Station and a mechanic have been charged with a total of 100 violations of the Official Inspection Station Regulations under the Highway Traffic Act after an investigation was conducted by the Highway Enforcement Branch of Service NL.
Students to Participate in the Atlantic Canada Career Week
Education and Early Childhood Development
Students in all schools and post-secondary education institutions in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island will be invited to participate in activities promoting careers during the week of October 31 to November 4 as part of the Atlantic Canada Career Week to be launched by the Council of Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training (CAMET).
New Training Helps Improve Mental Health Outcomes for Inmates
Justice and Public Safety
Earlier this fall, 12 inmates at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary (HMP) in St. John’s received training in Mental Health First Aid, a two-day program offered in conjunction with the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Today, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, presented the individuals with their certificates of completion at a ceremony at HMP.
Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador and Mrs. Fagan to Welcome Children at Government House for Halloween Treats
Executive Council
Their Honours, the Honourable Frank Fagan, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Patricia Fagan will be giving out treats to Trick or Treating children at Government House on Monday, October 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Make Funding Announcement in Conception Bay South
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, along with Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, will announce funding for the Manuels River Natural Heritage Society tomorrow (Friday, October 28).
Media Advisory: Minister Coady to Tour Hebron Project Site in Bull Arm
Natural Resources
The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, will tour the Hebron Project site tomorrow (Friday, October 28) starting at 9:45 a.m. The tour begins at the Bull Arm Information Centre and will include the gravity-based structure and the topsides assembly pier.
Government Reduces Senior Executive Positions
Executive Council
Today the Provincial Government continued its senior executive reorganization across departments with the elimination of 15 positions. These changes further demonstrate a commitment to streamline government operations starting with a smaller cabinet, fewer deputy ministers and now fewer assistant deputy ministers.
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.
Public Advisory: Applications Open for Job Creation Partnerships Program
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour is now accepting applications for a third round of the Job Creation Partnerships Program (JCP) for the 2016-17 fiscal year.
Province Releases Fall Fiscal and Economic Update
Finance
Today the Honourable Cathy Bennett, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board, released the province’s 2016-17 Mid-Year Fiscal and Economic Update. The projected deficit has been revised to $1.58 billion, a decrease of $250 million over the Budget 2016 projection of $1.83 billion. As well, the province’s borrowing requirements have been reduced by $500 million.
Public Advisory: Provincial Agriculture Building Closed
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods Provincial Agriculture Building on Brookfield Road in St. John’s will remain closed today (Thursday, October 27) due to a water line break.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Speak at Women Entrepreneurs Awards Gala
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs' (NLOWE) 19th Annual Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Gala.
Media Advisory: Minister to Provide Financial and Economic Update
Finance
The Honourable Cathy Bennett, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board, will provide the 2016-17 Fall Fiscal and Economic Update for the province tomorrow (Thursday, October 27). The news conference will take place at 11:00 a.m. in the Media Centre, Ground Floor, East Block, Confederation Building.
Media Advisory: Minister Coady to Address Arctic Technology Conference/Maritime and Arctic Security and Safety Conference Reception
Natural Resources
The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, will address the Arctic Technology Conference (ATC) and Maritime and Arctic Security and Safety Conference (MASS) Crossover Reception. The event takes place today (Wednesday, October 26) at the Delta Hotel, St. John’s, at 5:00 p.m. Minister Coady will speak at 5:15 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Address Maritime and Arctic Security and Safety Conference
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at the 2016 Maritime and Arctic Security and Safety Conference (MASS16), hosted by the Aerospace and Defence Industry Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, tomorrow (Thursday, October 27). The event takes place at the St. John’s Convention Centre, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This year’s theme – Converging Interests – highlights the industry’s challenges with operating in northern and maritime environments.
