Government of Newfoundland News
Seafood Innovation and Transition Awards over $1.8 Million
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Over $1.8 million approved through the Seafood Innovation and Transition program will help transition Newfoundland and Labrador towards a groundfish-based seafood industry. The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods, announced the projects today at the Aquaculture Canada and Cold Harvest conference in St. John’s.
Province’s Tourism Marketing Campaign Nominated for National Awards
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Newfoundland and Labrador’s tourism marketing efforts have been nominated for two top marketing awards presented by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada. The province’s Find Yourself marketing campaign is a finalist for the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts Marketing Campaign of the Year Award. In addition, the innovative Paint the Town Contest launched in May of this year is a finalist for the WestJet Social Media/Digital Marketing Initiative of the Year Award.
Public Advisory: Provincial Consultations on Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy Continue
Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
The Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour is currently holding provincial consultations to ensure stakeholders have an opportunity to provide input on what they feel is currently working with the Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy program and equally, what changes or modifications they would view as necessary given the current and future labour market demands for skilled trades.
Events Planned to Recognize National Forest Week
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Tree planting ceremonies, Explore Forestry Day and a charity golf tournament are among the activities planned to mark National Forest Week, September 18-24, an annual event celebrating one of Canada’s greatest natural resources.
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.
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.
Status of Women Ministers Address Key Issues Affecting Women
Executive Council
Ending violence against women and girls, reducing the gender wage gap, and enhancing the use of Gender-based Analysis in decision-making, were among the key issues discussed on September 14-15 as federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) ministers responsible for the status of women met in Edmonton. The Honourable Cathy Bennett, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board represented the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador at the meeting.
Media Advisory: Minister Joyce to Participate in Grand Re-Opening of Bartlett's Point Park in Corner Brook
Municipal Affairs
The Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs, will bring greetings on behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador at the grand re-opening of Bartlett’s Point Park in Corner Brook, on Monday, September 19.
Provincial Government Announces Partnership to Help Support Those Affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder
Education and Early Childhood Development
Health and Community Services
The Provincial Government signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Public Health Agency of Canada to support the development of a National Autism Surveillance System. The agreement will allow for the sharing of information provincially and nationally to help improve the lives of those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Provincial Government Proclaims Terry Fox Day
Executive Council
The Provincial Government has proclaimed the second Sunday after Labour Day as Terry Fox Day, coinciding with the annual run in his honour. This year, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Terry Fox Day will be celebrated Sunday, September 18.
Media Advisory: Minister Crocker to Speak at Aquaculture Conference
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Fisheries Forestry and Agrifoods, will deliver opening remarks at the Aquaculture Canada and Cold Harvest conference, on Monday, September 19. The event will begin at 8:15 a.m. at the Delta St John's Hotel & Conference Centre.
Various Road Work Projects Progressing Throughout Eastern and Avalon Regions
Transportation and Works
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Transportation and Works, today highlighted the many maintenance and rehabilitation projects progressing this year throughout the Avalon and Eastern regions of the province.
Public Advisory: Wolf Sightings in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Environment and Climate Change
Residents are advised to be aware following reports of wolves on the back trails of the Department of National Defence Base (Canadian side), near the entrance to the Loppet Trail in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, after a dog was attacked Wednesday evening.
Provincial Government Congratulates Katarina Roxon on Gold Medal Performance
Executive Council
Children, Seniors and Social Development
The Provincial Government is congratulating Katarina Roxon from Kippens, Newfoundland and Labrador, on winning a Gold medal yesterday in the 100 Metre Breaststroke at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janiero, Brazil.
Public Advisory: Fire Safety Reminder for University, College and Post-Secondary Students
Municipal Affairs
As university, college and post-secondary students settle into their dorms and other accommodations, the Department of Municipal Affairs, Fire and Emergency Services offers the following fire safety tips for the current school year:
Media Advisory: Minister Kirby to Attend Merchant Navy Memorial Service
Education and Early Childhood Development
The Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, will bring greetings at the Merchant Navy Memorial Service, being held at the Marine Institute, 155 Ridge Road, St. John's. The service will take place today (Thursday, September 15) at 12:00 p.m.
Media Advisory: Premier Ball, Minister Joyce to Participate in Official Opening of New Deer Lake Town Office
Executive Council
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Eddie Joyce, Minister of Municipal Affairs, will join Dean Ball, Mayor of Deer Lake, for the official opening of the new Deer Lake Town Council office today (Thursday, September 15.)
Public Advisory: MV Apollo Operating on Interim Fall Schedule
Transportation and Works
Ferry users of the St. Barbe - Blanc Sablon service are advised that the MV Apollo will be operating on an interim fall schedule effective today (Wednesday, September 14) and ending on Monday, September 26.
Residents Invited to Participate in Open Farm Day
Fisheries, Forestry and Agrifoods
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are invited to meet their local farmers and find out what’s happening in agriculture in the province during Open Farm Day in Atlantic Canada on Sunday, September 18.
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary to Speak at Eating Disorder Foundation Prevention Launch
Health and Community Services
Bernard Davis, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable John Haggie, Minister of Health and Community Services, will speak at the Eating Disorder Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador’s launch of new prevention initiatives tomorrow (Thursday, September 15) at 11:00 a.m. The launch will take place at the foundation’s office in St. John’s at 13 Pippy Place.
