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Public Advisory: Bridge Closure in Burnt Hills, Goulds

Fri, 09/02/2016 - 16:10

Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods

The bridge known as the Old Track Bridge along the tributary to Raymond's Brook in the Burnt Hills, Goulds is closed until further notice due to unsafe conditions. An update will be provided next week.

Minister Byrne Announces Additional $500,000 for Apprentices; Launches Stakeholder Consultations

Fri, 09/02/2016 - 09:55

Advanced Education, Skills and Labour

Apprentices in Newfoundland and Labrador will be supported with an additional $500,000 for the Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy, increasing the subsidy's budget for 2016-17 to $7.1 million. The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, during an event hosted by the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association, provided details of the funding increase and announced plans to begin consulting industry partners about the wage subsidy to determine if changes are necessary in today's changing labour climate.

Public Advisory: Labour Day Fire Safety Reminder

Thu, 09/01/2016 - 14:45

Municipal Affairs

This Labour Day weekend, residents are reminded to take extra care to stay safe and prevent fires when spending time at cabins or cottages, or if visiting one of the many parks or campgrounds throughout the province.

Media Advisory: Minister Byrne to Announce Funding for Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy; Stakeholder Consultations

Thu, 09/01/2016 - 13:50

Advanced Education, Skills and Labour

The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, will join labour, employer and industry representatives to announce details of an investment in the Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy program. Minister Byrne will also announce stakeholder consultations to determine if program adjustments are necessary in today's changing labour climate.

Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Announce over $26 Million for Major Road Improvements

Thu, 09/01/2016 - 13:45

Transportation and Works

The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador are making investments in transportation infrastructure that will help create jobs and grow the middle class now while building a strong foundation for a sustainable economic future.

Government Investments Help Business Incubator Enhance Programming for New Businesses

Thu, 09/01/2016 - 11:35

Executive Council

The Genesis Centre, a business incubator at Memorial University of Newfoundland, will continue to help start-ups through existing and new programming, thanks in part to investments by the Federal and Provincial Government.

Students on Ice Creates Valuable Learning Opportunity

Thu, 09/01/2016 - 09:50

Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods

Blake Russell, a Grade 11 student from Lewisporte, spent his summer learning about Arctic ecosystems through the Students on Ice program. The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods provided an $11,900 scholarship for him to join the 2016 Arctic Youth Expedition.

Statement by Minister Parsons

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 17:25

Justice and Public Safety

Earlier this year, upon being notified that the RCMP had concluded its investigation into the shooting death of Mr. Dunphy, I took action to retain the services of the ASIRT to conduct an independent and impartial review of the RCMP investigation to ensure public confidence in the investigation. The request for the review was done on behalf of the RCMP as ASIRT requires ministerial permission.

Media Advisory: Minister Parsons to Conduct Ride Along with RNC Officer

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 15:10

Justice and Public Safety

The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will conduct a ride along with a member of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Patrol Services Division on the Northeast Avalon tonight (Wednesday, August 31).

Media Advisory: Premier Ball to Participate in Joint-Funding Announcement for Genesis Centre

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 14:50

Executive Council
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development

The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, along with the Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Minister of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development and Nick Whalen, Member of Parliament for St. John's East, 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 Genesis Centre tomorrow (Thursday, September 1). The event will take place at the Genesis Centre Boardroom, Suite 3001, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation, Memorial University, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Public Advisory: Public Cautioned About Illegal Investment Activity

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 14:15

Service NL

Service NL encourages residents to exercise caution if solicited by Bristol Financial (Offshore) LLC of New York City, New York, and Luxembourg City, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, regarding investments.

Appointments Announced for Teachers’ Pension Plan Corporation Board of Directors

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 13:35

Finance

The Provincial Government and the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association (NLTA) today announced that eight individuals have been appointed to the Teachers' Pension Plan Corporation (TPPC) Board of Directors. The four Provincial Government appointments were recommended by the Independent Appointments Commission (IAC), representing the first series of appointments through the independent process. The otherfour appointments were selected by the NLTA.

Water Operator Education Seminars Open for Registration

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 11:40

Environment and Climate Change

Registration is now open for an upcoming series of water operator education seminars. The Operator Education, Training and Certification Program offers classroom-style education seminars at approximately 20 rotating locations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation: Federal-Provincial Partnership Improves Housing Options for Young Women in St. John’s

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 10:45

Children, Seniors and Social Development

The Federal and Provincial Governments joined today to celebrate the official opening of two supportive housing units for young women in St. John's. The two units at Naomi Centre, operated by Stella's Circle, were funded by a federal-provincial investment of $250,000 through the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Investment in Affordable Housing Agreement (IAH) 2014-19.

Public Advisory: Changes to Ferry Rates Effective September 1, 2016

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 10:35

Transportation and Works

The Department of Transportation and Works reminds the public that the new ferry rates for the intra-provincial ferry services go into effect beginning tomorrow (Thursday, September 1).

Minister Parsons Seeks Information and Insight into Policing in Labrador

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 09:40

Justice and Public Safety

The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, is currently visiting a number of detachments of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Labrador. Accompanying the minister on stops in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Hopedale, Nain, Natuashish, Makkovik and Postville is RCMP Assistant Commissioner, Peter Clark, and Randy Edmunds, MHA for Torngat Mountains.

Media Advisory: Minister Haggie Available to Media

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 09:20

Health and Community Services

The Honourable John Haggie, Minister of Health and Community Services, will hold a media availability today (Wednesday, August 31) to discuss the Provincial Government's province-wide take-home naloxone program.

Naloxone Kits to be Available This Fall in Newfoundland and Labrador

Wed, 08/31/2016 - 09:15

Health and Community Services

The Provincial Government will provide funding to the AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador and the four regional health authorities to establish a province-wide take-home naloxone program. The program will increase access to naloxone, a safe and effective compound that reverses the effects of opioid overdose.

Environmental Assessment Bulletin

Tue, 08/30/2016 - 15:20

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.

Media Advisory: Minister Trimper to Attend Climate Change Summit of the Americas

Tue, 08/30/2016 - 14:50

Environment and Climate Change

The Honourable Perry Trimper, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will be participating in the Second Climate Change Summit of the Americas in Guadalajara, Mexico, from August 31 to September 1.

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