Government of Newfoundland News
Public Advisory - Road Updates Related to Flooding
Transportation and Works
The public is advised that due to the flooding and heavy rains there are still roads that continue to be closed or reduced to one lane of traffic.
From This Rock Culinary Tour Promotes Local Industries
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
From west to east, and including many communities in between, the From This Rock Culinary Tour continues to offer a true taste of Newfoundland and Labrador’s freshly harvested ingredients. The tour is supported by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods and will visit 11 communities before the grand finale in St. John’s on November 3.
Public Advisory: Update on Wolf Activity in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Environment and Climate Change
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Residents of the Happy Valley-Goose Bay area are advised that at least two wolves, previously captured and relocated have returned to the Happy Valley-Goose Bay area.
Public Advisory: T’Railway Provincial Park Closure Extended from Gander to Mary March Brook
Environment and Climate Change
The T’Railway Provincial Park closure is extended from Gander to Mary March Brook, approximately 45 kilometres west of Badger. This section of the T’Railway is closed to all users due to damage caused by recent significant rainfall.
Province Recognizes 100th Anniversary of the Battle at Gueudecourt
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Provincial Government, through the Honour 100 Program, partnered with Veterans Affairs Canada to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle at Gueudecourt, France, which took place from October 10 to 12, 1916. A commemorative ceremony was held at the Newfoundland Memorial in Gueudecourt yesterday.
Public Advisory: Financial Assistance for Residents and Communities Affected by Flooding
Municipal Affairs
Now that communities are moving into the recovery phase of the recent rainfall event, and states of emergency are being lifted, residents and communities are advised that applications for the Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program (NL-DFAP) are now being accepted.
Media Advisory: Minister Trimper to Participate in NEIA’s 5th Annual Newleef Conference
Environment and Climate Change
The Honourable Perry Trimper, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will speak at Newleef, Newfoundland and Labrador Environmental Industry Association’s annual conference, tomorrow (Thursday, October 13) at 8:30 a.m. The event will take place at the the Holiday Inn, 180 Portugal Road, St. John’s.
Public Advisory – Road Updates Related to Flooding
Transportation and Works
The public is advised that due to flooding and heavy rains there are a number of roads that continue to be closed or reduced to one lane of traffic.
Public Advisory: Updated Forest Access Roads with Moderate to Extensive Damage
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods advises that some forest access roads in the central and eastern regions sustained moderate to extensive damage due to heavy rainfall. Individuals should use extreme caution when travelling on these roads, especially around culvert and bridge crossings.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Speak at Canadian Manufacturing and Exporters Conference
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at Leveraging LEAN: The Power of Continuous Improvement, hosted by Canadian Manufacturing and Exporters, Newfoundland and Labrador division (CME-NL). The event begins at 9:00 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday, October 13) at the Hampton Inn & Suites, St. John’s.
Public Advisory: Premier to Tour Areas Affected by Recent Flooding
Executive Council
Transportation and Works
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will travel today to areas affected by recent flooding. Premier Ball will be joined by the Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Transportation and Works. The Premier and Minister Hawkins will meet with local officials and residents in the following communities (all times are approximate):
Charges Pending Following Investigations into Big Game Hunting Violations
Justice and Public Safety
A number of charges are pending under the Wildlife Act following two recent investigations by fish and wildlife enforcement officers.
Public Advisory: Forest Access Roads with Moderate to Extensive Damage
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Some forest access roads in the central and eastern regions sustained moderate to extensive damage due to heavy rainfall. Individuals should use extreme caution when travelling on these roads, especially around culvert and bridge crossings.
Provincial Government Outlines “The Way Forward”
Executive Council
The Way Forward: Shaping Our Future event was held at The Rooms today to engage representatives from the business, labour, community and arts sectors about initiatives aimed at restoring fiscal balance while achieving better outcomes from programs and services. The event represents an important step in a public engagement process that began in January aimed at finalizing a vision for all future actions by the Provincial Government.
Media Advisory: Minister Parsons to Participate in Meetings of Justice and Public Safety Ministers
Justice and Public Safety
The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General will attend federal, provincial and territorial meetings of Ministers of Justice and Public Safety from October 12 to 14 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Media Advisory: Minister Byrne to Attend Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration Meetings in Manitoba
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, will meet with the Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration tomorrow (Wednesday, October 12) at the RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Media Advisory: Minister Mitchelmore to Speak at Newleef Conference
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, will speak at the opening of Newleef, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Green Economy Conference tomorrow (Wednesday, October 12). The event takes place at the Holiday Inn, 180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John’s, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The minister will speak at approximately 8:50 a.m.
Public Advisory – Road Closures Due to Flooding
Transportation and Works
The public is advised that due to flooding and heavy rains there are a number of roads that have been closed. It is advised that motorists stay off the road in regions that have experienced heavy rain, as not all hazards have been identified or marked at this point.
Provincial Government Shines a Light on Canadian Citizenship Week
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, is reminding residents that October 10 to 16 is Canadian Citizenship Week, a time to reflect on the nature of our citizenship and the underlying shared values of freedom, equality and respect which help define it.
Social Infrastructure Spending Strengthens Communities and Grows the Economy in Newfoundland and Labrador
Executive Council
Children, Seniors and Social Development
The Honourable Judy Foote, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, along with the Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced measures to give Canadians greater access to more affordable housing. These measures include the doubling of current funding under the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH), supporting affordable housing for seniors and victims of family violence, and addressing repairs of existing social housing. The total amount being invested in this initiative is $48.9 million.
