Government of Newfoundland News
Premier Announces $880,000 for 2016 Summer Games Infrastructure
Executive Council
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, was at the Soccer Hut (Topsail Soccer Pitch) in Conception Bay South this morning to announce an $880,000 investment for infrastructure upgrades to sport and recreation facilities in preparation for the 2016 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games.
Public Advisory: Closure of Avondale Access Road Tomorrow
Transportation and Works
The Department of Transportation and Works is advising motorists that the Avondale Access Road, Route 63, will be closed to through traffic at Hannifan’s Road tomorrow from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for replacement of a culvert.
Media Advisory: Premier to Participate in Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Awards Ceremony
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will address recipients and invited guests attending the presentation of Bronze Certificates of Achievement for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program in St. John’s today (Tuesday, June 23). The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the East Block lobby of Confederation Building.
Media Advisory: Premier to Announce Infrastructure Upgrades for 2016 Summer Games
Executive Council
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will be at the Soccer Hut (Topsail Soccer Pitch) in Conception Bay South tomorrow (Wednesday, June 24) to announce infrastructure upgrades in preparation for the 2016 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games. Premier Davis will be joined by the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development. The event begins at 8:30 a.m.
Minister Supports Government of Canada’s Approval for Proposed Uranium Mine in Labrador
Natural Resources
The Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Natural Resources, is pleased with the news that the Government of Canada has approved an application by Paladin Energy Ltd. of Australia for majority ownership of a proposed uranium mine in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Public Advisory: Second Cleanup and Closure of Outer Ring Road Taking Place June 28
Transportation and Works
The Department of Transportation and Works is advising motorists that the Outer Ring Road between Portugal Cove Road and Thorburn Road will be closed this Sunday, June 28, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The closure is required to enable clean-up efforts.
Ministerial Statement - Giving Students Hands-On Agriculture Experience
Fisheries and Aquaculture
I rise to highlight the ongoing work of the Agriculture in the Classroom and Little Green Thumbs Programs in providing hands-on agricultural learning experiences to students throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
Ministerial Statement - Province Congratulates Top Restaurateurs
Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today in this Honourable House to congratulate Jeremy Charles and Jeremy Bonia, owners of Raymonds, as well as Todd Perrin, owner of Mallard Cottage, on being named the number one and seven restaurants in Canada respectively by Vacay.ca.
Provincial Government Releases Tender for Accessibility Upgrades at Stephenville Arts and Culture Centre
Transportation and Works
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
The Provincial Government has called a tender for accessibility improvements to the Arts and Culture Centre in Stephenville.
Provincial Government Calls Tender for Road Upgrades in Grand Bank Region
Transportation and Works
The Provincial Government has called the tender for a number of projects to upgrade provincial roads in the region of Grand Bank.
Public Advisory: Venue Changed for Grand Falls-Windsor Consultations Hosted by All-Party Committee on Mental Health and Addictions
Health and Community Services
The All-Party Committee on Mental Health and Addictions will hold today’s (Tuesday, June 23) public consultation in Grand Falls-Windsor at an alternate venue. The consultation will now take place at the College of the North Atlantic, 5 Cromer Avenue. The session will not take place at the Mount Peyton Hotel as previously announced.
Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission: National Aboriginal Day
Justice and Public Safety
The Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission recognizes National Aboriginal Day and invites Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to mark the day on June 21. Proclaimed in 1996, National Aboriginal Day is an annual celebration of significant spiritual importance to all Canadians to showcase and celebrate the diverse cultures, unique heritages, and outstanding contributions and achievements of Canada's First Nations, Inuit and Metis people.
Media Advisory: Minister to Join Colleagues at Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment Meeting
Environment and Conservation
The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Environment and Conservation, will participate in the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) meeting taking place in Winnipeg, Manitoba, June 22-23.
Media Advisory: Premier to Participate in the Official Opening of the Revitalization Projects in Bannerman Park
Executive Council
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will participate in the Celebration of 150 Years and Official Opening of the Revitalization Projects in Bannerman Park on Sunday, June 21. The ceremony will take place inside the main gate of Bannerman Park, Military Road, St. John’s at 1:00 p.m.
Media Advisory: Minister to Attend Expo Labrador 2015
Executive Council
The Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs, will bring greetings at the Labrador Shed Party – Meet and Greet at Expo Labrador 2015 on Monday, June 22. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. at the E.J Broomfield Memorial Arena in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Media Advisory: Minister to Participate in National Aboriginal Day Celebrations
Executive Council
The Honourable Keith Russell, Minister of Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs, will participate in two National Aboriginal Day celebrations on Sunday, June 21.
Provincial Government Adds Cystic Fibrosis Checks to Newborn Screening Program
Health and Community Services
Families in Newfoundland and Labrador will soon benefit from the addition of screening for cystic fibrosis under the provincial Newborn Screening Program.
Provincial Government Invests Over $110,000 in Bauline Town Hall and Community Centre
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
The Provincial Government continues to support the development of infrastructure to benefit the residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. The Town of Bauline will receive an investment of over $110,000 cost-shared with the Provincial Government, to complete work on the new Bauline town hall and community centre.
Media Advisory: Premier and Minister to Attend Motorcycle Ride for Dad
Executive Council
Health and Community Services
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador will be joined by the Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services, at the opening ceremony of the Avalon Telus Motorcycle Ride for Dad tomorrow (Saturday, June 20). The opening ceremony and blessing of the bikes will take place at Newfoundland Power, 55 Kenmount Road, at 9:00 a.m.
Action Plan Guides Future of Provincial Inclusion Strategy
Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
Transportation and Works
The Provincial Government today marked the release of an action plan to guide further implementation of Access. Inclusion. Equality – A Provincial Strategy for the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities, with the unveiling of $1.7 million in accessibility upgrades to the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s. The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister Responsible for the Status of Persons with Disabilities, was joined by the Honourable David Brazil, Minister of Transportation and Works, for the event.
