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Operations conducted by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture’s Resource Enforcement Division, Clarenville Detachment, resulted in several convictions related to off-road vehicles use in unapproved areas and big game infractions.

On October 14, 2024, officers from the Clarenville and Winterland detachments conducted an aerial patrol targeting off-road vehicle use in unapproved areas on the Burin Peninsula. The investigation resulted in six individuals being charged under section 13 of the Off-Road Vehicles Act for operating off-road vehicles in unapproved areas. Each received a $500 summary offence ticket for the violation.

At Provincial Court in Clarenville on January 30, 2025, Travis Hiscock of Trinity pleaded guilty to charges under the Wild Life Act including hunting in a management area not named on his big game license and illegal possession of a big game animal. He was convicted and fined $2,000 for both offences, received a five-year big game hunting prohibition, and forfeited the moose and firearm to the Crown.

At Provincial Court in Clarenville on February 20, 2025, Gordon Mackey of Catalina pleaded guilty to discharging a firearm from a highway. He was fined $1,000, received a five-year big game hunting prohibition, and forfeited the moose he shot.

Resource Enforcement Officers work to ensure residents understand and comply with laws that safeguard our natural resources. Information from the public plays a significant role in assisting investigations. Residents are encouraged to continue to report suspected illegal activity anonymously at any time by calling 1-877-820-0999 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous reports can also be submitted online at www.nlcrimestoppers.com or www.stoppoaching.ca.

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On March 8, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador will join organizations, groups, and individuals throughout the province and around the world celebrating International Women’s Day.

This day serves as a reminder of the incredible strides made towards gender equality, while recognizing there is still work to do. This day also honours the achievements, strengths, and resilience of women who have shaped history and who have broken barriers – from the suffragists who fought for the right to vote, to scientists, artists, and leaders of today.

The Provincial Government places a high priority on creating a society where women and girls can pursue their dreams, unlock their potential, drive innovation, and live freely from discrimination and violence.

The Canadian theme for 2025 – Strength in Every Story – is quite fitting here in Newfoundland and Labrador, as this year we celebrate the 100th anniversary of women achieving the right to vote and hold public office. On April 3, the Office of Women and Gender Equality, in partnership with the House of Assembly, will mark this extraordinary milestone, which helped shape the very foundation of our democracy. The courage of suffragists, their determination, and unwavering belief in equality paved the way for the rights and freedoms we enjoy today.

However, their journey was not an easy one. Women fought long and hard to have their voices heard in a society that often dismissed them. Women like Armine Gosling, Fannie McNeil, Lady Jeannette Thorburn, Emma Peters, Myra Campbell and Iris Ayre, who led the suffrage movement in the then Dominion of Newfoundland, faced resistance, ridicule, and countless barriers.

Women all over Newfoundland and Labrador organized, rallied and demanded change – not just for themselves, but for future generations.

Because of their efforts, women today in Newfoundland and Labrador are leaders, decision makers, and change-makers in our municipal, provincial and federal governments, our communities, and beyond, making a difference in every aspect of life.

The Provincial Government has made significant investments to support women and girls, annually allocating funding to support women’s centres, status of women councils and other equity-seeking organizations that work to achieve equality and justice for women and girls in the province.

In December 2023, the Provincial  Government announced the signing of a four-year bilateral agreement with Women and Gender Equality Canada, resulting in $13.6 million in new funding to invest in violence-prevention-related initiatives. This is a commitment to foster an environment where everyone in this province can thrive, feel valued, be respected, and not live in fear.

The formation of the Provincial Indigenous Women’s Reconciliation Council is another positive step as it works to coordinate and lead meaningful action to address existing challenges and obstacles in the areas of culture, health and wellness, justice, and human security, which impact Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

Ongoing investments and initiatives by the Provincial Government are also resulting in sustained benefits for women in the areas of skills development, childcare, leadership, entrepreneurship, and business funding.

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“International Women’s Day is a reminder that progress is possible when we celebrate, uplift, and empower. It is not just a day, it’s a call to action for equality, respect and recognition every day. Happy International Women’s Day to all women and girls throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality

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The Department of Education’s Student Financial Services Division is advising the public of fraudulent emails circulating targeting student aid recipients.

Individuals have reported that they have received emails which request them to contact the “Student Loan Debt Department”. The department reminds all student loan borrowers that no such department exists in any jurisdiction in Canada, and this is an attempt to scam individuals. Recipients are advised to delete the email without responding. The department has notified the federal Canada Student Financial Assistance Program.

Individuals are reminded to be extra vigilant against email scams:

• Do not click suspicious links.
• Do not provide personal information including credit card numbers.
• Never share passwords.
• Do not respond to urgent requests from unknown sources.
• Report potential fraudulent email activity immediately.

If a student aid recipient suspects that they have received a fraudulent email or phone call, they can contact the Student Financial Services Division at 709-729-5849, toll free at 1-888-657-0800, or email studentaidenquiry@gov.nl.ca.

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The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, will bring greetings and participate in International Women’s Day celebrations today (Friday, March 7) at a luncheon hosted by PerSIStence Theatre Company.

The event takes place at the Delta Hotels St. John’s Conference Centre, 20 New Gower Street, at 11:30 a.m.

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Residents of Newfoundland and Labrador are reminded that daylight savings time begins this weekend. At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, clocks should be set ahead by one hour.

When adjusting clocks, residents are encouraged to change the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety advises that smoke alarms are required in the following areas of a residence:

• On every level of your home, including the basement.
• In every bedroom.
• In the hallway or room outside of every bedroom or separate sleeping area.

It is recommended that households or cabins that have a wood, oil or propane fuel-fired appliance also have a carbon monoxide detector installed on each level of the structure.

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Today, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association announced that they have reached a tentative agreement for the renewal of its Memorandum of Agreement.

The agreement represents physicians’ remuneration in the province with focus on the retention and recruitment of physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador. Details regarding the agreement will be released when the medical association completes its ratification process.

By working together with physicians and other health care providers, the Provincial Government is reimagining the delivery of health care, as envisioned by Health Accord NL.

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“I’d like to thank the negotiating teams from government, the medical association and the health authority for reaching a tentative memorandum of agreement. Collaboration and mutual respect have been key to our deliberations – all with the goal of retaining and recruiting physicians and providing quality health care services to the residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable Siobhan Coady
Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board

“We commend the Provincial Government for recognizing the crucial role of physicians in delivering high-quality medical care to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. This tentative agreement underscores our collective dedication to stabilizing the province’s medical workforce and improving access to care for patients. The NLMA remains committed to continued partnership with the Provincial Government and NL Health Services to strengthen our health care system and improve health outcomes for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.”
Dr. Steve Major
President, Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association

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The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality:

Speaker, I rise to recognize March 8 as International Women’s Day.

This day serves as a reminder of the incredible strides made towards gender equality, while recognizing there is still work to do. This day also honours the achievements, strengths, and resilience of women who have shaped history and who have broken barriers, from the suffragists who fought for the right to vote, to scientists, artists, and leaders of today.

Our government places a high priority on creating a society where women and girls can pursue their dreams, unlock their potential, drive innovation, and live freely from discrimination and violence.

The Canadian theme for 2025 – Strength in Every Story – is quite fitting here in Newfoundland and Labrador, as this year we celebrate the 100th anniversary of women achieving the right to vote and hold public office.

We must thank Armine Gosling for leading the charge for this right. She knew that the voices of women mattered, and when they stood together, things would change for the better.

Speaker, we will keep rising, keep inspiring, and we will continue to break glass ceilings, so that every woman and girl in Newfoundland and Labrador can live a life of dignity, respect and empowerment.

Thank you, Speaker.

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Community gardening brings people from all walks of life together to grow their own fruits and vegetables in shared gardens throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. The Provincial Government continues to support their contribution to sustainable communities and improved food self-sufficiency through the annual Community Garden Support Program.

Applications are now open to help eligible municipalities, schools and community groups continue to establish and enhance new and existing community gardens. There is no deadline to apply, but applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

As part of the annual Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program, the Provincial Government is investing nearly $133,000 into non-repayable grants to help increase food self-sufficiency, access to fresh foods, and consumption of locally produced fruits and vegetables. With thousands of participants tending their gardens together, the program also raises awareness of the importance of local food production and the agriculture sector.

The program will provide up to a maximum of $750 per eligible applicant in the form of a non-repayable grant. Funding is limited to one grant per garden location.

Since 2019, the Community Garden Support Program has supported more than 860 projects, with thousands of people working together to establish and grow community gardens throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

The 2025 application and program guide are available on the Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture website. For more information on the program call 709-637-2979 or email CGSP@gov.nl.ca.

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“The success of the Community Garden Support Program stems from a truly homegrown premise – to create gathering places for people to come together to grow and share food. This simple action, engaging everyone from primary school students to senior citizens, contributes not only to food self-sufficiency in Newfoundland and Labrador, but to the wellbeing of people from all walks of life. I encourage municipalities, schools, service groups and not-for-profit organizations to share these experiences and apply for a Community Garden Support Program grant for the upcoming season.”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture

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The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Siobhan Coady, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, are conducting a trade mission to the United Kingdom this week to meet with senior government officials and business leaders. The goal is to strengthen connections as Newfoundland and Labrador looks to do more business abroad.

Activities include meeting with the Honourable Ralph Goodale, High Commissioner for Canada in the United Kingdom, the Canada-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce, and representatives from various business sectors, including oceans, fisheries, mining, natural resources and finance, as well as attending an event at the London Stock Exchange.

They will also visit Wandsworth Cemetery, the final resting place for several soldiers from our province, and Beatrix Potter School as children from the school tend to the graves.

The trade development opportunity is part of the broader work of the ongoing Buy From Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada campaign launched last month in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian products entering the American market.

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The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, will participate in a sporting event announcement tomorrow (Thursday, March 6).

The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Glacier Arena in Mount Pearl.

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The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable John Haggie, for the Minister of Health and Community Services:

Speaker, I wish to acknowledge March as Pharmacy Appreciation Month.

Pharmacy Appreciation Month is a time to highlight the importance of pharmacy professionals and to thank them for their extraordinary efforts.  Whether working as part of a clinical team, at one of our hospitals, or within a community pharmacy, they are an integral part in the delivery of care.

They ensure that patients get the most appropriate medication, manage drug interactions, assess and prescribe for many common conditions, provide knowledge of over-the-counter products, train patients on medical devices, and administer many vaccinations.

We continue to work with the Newfoundland and Labrador Pharmacists’ Association to create more efficient health care by increasing services available at community pharmacies, thereby reducing the number of people needing hospitalization and visiting emergency rooms.

Today, pharmacists have a greater scope of practice and more autonomy than ever before.

As we work to transform health care, we are tremendously grateful for pharmacy professionals and their dedication to the well-being of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.

Speaker, I ask all Honourable Members to join me in thanking pharmacy professionals for their unwavering dedication, care and compassion.

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The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Labrador Affairs:

Speaker, I am pleased to rise in this honourable house to highlight how our government is breaking down barriers for young Labrador athletes, Special Olympians and sports teams to travel to participate in provincial sporting events.

2025 is Year of Sport and it’s an important reminder to us all that encouraging and promoting physical activity at an early age improves self-esteem and well-being.

It is important to ensure all youth, regardless of where they live, have access to sport. The most recent enhancements to the Labrador Sport Travel Subsidy program levels the playing field for Labrador youth living in isolated communities along the North coast, providing individual athletes 100 per cent airfare coverage to the Goose Bay airport. That’s just one of the ways this sports travel subsidy supports young athletes who live in Labrador.

Speaker, last year we provided 100 individual grants and 55 team grants. I’m confident that this year we may even surpass those numbers.

I truly believe that sport is often the guiding light toward success for the young people of our province, and I am proud to stand today and reaffirm my commitment to helping the young athletes of the Big Land.

Thank you.

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The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Driver’s Handbook is now available to the public in both English and French.

The Department of Digital Government and Service NL, through its Office of French Services, continues to build capacity across the Provincial Government to deliver services in French, and to contribute to the development and vitality of the province’s Francophone community.

Both versions of the handbook can be found here.

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he Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has released Report A-2025-012 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below.

To view the Report in its entirety, please go to www.oipc.nl.ca/reports/reports/.

Report: A-2025-012 Report Date: March 3, 2025 Public Body: Town of Gander Summary: The Complainant made an access to information request to the Town of Gander seeking records that contained their name and email address. The search performed by the Town produced several thousand individual records, though the Town determined that only approximately 400 records were responsive. At issue was the Town’s unilateral determination of what a key term in the access request meant. The Commissioner found that the Town did not adequately communicate with the Complainant regarding the scope of the access request and as a result the Town did not meet its section 13(1) duty to assist. The Commissioner also reviewed the exceptions to access that the Town applied to the responsive records and recommended that the information withheld pursuant to sections 28(1) (local public body confidences) and 29(1) (policy advice or recommendations) be released to the Complainant.

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he Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has released Report A-2025-011 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below.

To view the Report in its entirety, please go to www.oipc.nl.ca/reports/reports/.

Report: A-2025-011 Report Date: March 3, 2025 Public Body: Memorial University Summary: The Complainant made an access to information request to Memorial University seeking records on the use of animals for research purposes at the University’s Animal Care Centre. Memorial retrieved several hundred pages of responsive records. Some records were disclosed to the Complainant, while just over 200 pages were withheld pursuant to section 5(1)(g), which exempts from disclosure research and teaching material at a post-secondary institution under the Access to information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. This Office reviewed the records and agreed with Memorial’s determination. The Commissioner recommended that Memorial continue to withhold these records.

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The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has released Report A-2025-010 under authority of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. A summary of the Report is included below.

To view the Report in its entirety, please go to www.oipc.nl.ca/reports/reports/.

Report: A-2025-010 Report Date: March 3, 2025 Public Body: Department of Justice and Public Safety Summary: The Complainant made an access to information request to the Department of Justice and Public Safety seeking records regarding an ongoing legal matter between the Complainant and the Department. The Department’s search did produce responsive records, many of which were withheld pursuant to section 30(1) (legal advice) of the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015. The Complainant challenged the applicability of that exception to the records while also asserting the Department failed to meet its section 13(1) duty to assist by not performing a reasonable search and failing to disclose all responsive records. Upon review, this Office found the Department did meet its duty to assist and agreed with the Department’s application of section 30(1) to the records that were withheld.

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The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Paul Pike, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development.

Speaker, I rise today to recognize March as National Social Work Month.

This month we celebrate the significant contribution of social workers in our province.

The focus of this year’s National Social Work Month is Social Work is Everywhere which highlights the profound impact social workers have across all facets of society.

Speaker, social workers in our province work in diverse areas of practice – across government departments, community agencies and health care. They go above and beyond every day to provide compassionate care, advocate for those in need, empower individuals and families to overcome challenges and support their safety and well-being.

The work of social workers is incredibly valuable, challenging and complex. In my own department, I witness the passion and commitment of our social workers, social worker assistants, and the teams who work with them. These dedicated professionals support the needs of children, youth, families, seniors, persons with disabilities and individuals and families with low income.

I encourage Honourable Members to join me in celebrating National Social Work month.

Thank you.

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The Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced funding totalling $340,232 from the Business Growth Program for six small and medium-sized enterprises looking to increase and improve their product marketing.

The six companies and organizations receiving funding are:

• 7 Fathoms Skin Care, Ltd. – $15,500
• Beaulieus Caribou Hunts (2005) Limited – $83,250
• Big Land Fishing Lodge and Tours Inc. – $39,353
• GFI Composites Ltd.– $50,000
• Rob Clark Motorsports Inc. – $86,304
• Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador – $65,825

Information related to the projects can be found in the backgrounder below.

Marketing of products and services is an important part of developing any business. Through the Business Growth Program, the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology provides assistance to help provincial businesses effectively spread the word about their products and services to new markets.

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“These six companies and organizations demonstrate the increasing industrial diversification that is taking place here in Newfoundland and Labrador. Spreading the word about their products and services – as well as our province – is a great investment and our department is pleased to support them.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology

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7 Fathoms Skin Care, Ltd.
7 Fathoms Skin Care, Ltd. manufactures seaweed-based skin care products. The company is receiving $15,500 towards a digital marketing strategy, product positioning and investor pitch decks to support market growth of the company’s products, which are all-natural and locally manufactured.

Beaulieus Caribou Hunts (2005) Limited
Beaulieus Caribou Hunts (2005) Limited is a licensed outfitting operator and a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Outfitters Association. The client will receive $83,250 in support towards the cost of attending five trade shows in the US in 2025 and five in 2026. Funds will also be used for marketing enhancements and brand changes.

Big Land Fishing Lodge and Tours Inc.
Big Land Fishing Lodge and Tours runs an outfitting lodge and provides guided fishing services along the Pinware River and West St. Modeste in Southern Labrador. The company is receiving $39,353 to increase the marketing of the lodge and their services and to attend four fly fishing shows in 2025.

GFI Composites Ltd.
GFI Composites Ltd. provides fiberglass solutions for industrial and residential customers. The company will receive $50,000 to engage consultants to identify market opportunities, develop relationships with hydrogen developers and adapt protocols to respond to potential demand in the wind-hydrogen production industry.

Rob Clarke Motorsports Inc.
Rob Clarke Motorsports is an adventure tourism company serving the North-Central and Western portion of Newfoundland through guided tours, all-inclusive adventures and snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle and side-by-side rentals. RCM will receive $86,304 and this project will focus on increased marketing throughout Canada and the United States through attendance at industry trade shows. RCM will also upgrade their trade show booths and their associated advertising materials to highlight the recent upgrades and expansions that RCM has made.

Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador
Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador is a professional theatre company dedicated to the creation and development of new plays for and about the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. The organization is receiving $65,825 which will go towards developing new digital advertising content and increasing technology utilization to help them reach new patrons.

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The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, has released a supplemental submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans so the search for solutions to rebuilding the Northern Cod stock can continue.

Since the prorogation of Parliament on January 6, 2025, all activities of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans have been halted. Prior to this, the committee was undertaking the important work of examining the state of the Northern Cod fishery so that the management mistakes of past and present, resulting from decisions of the Federal Government, would not be repeated.

While the work of the committee is at a full stop, Minister Byrne insists that the discussions around how to best manage a fishery, that had once sustained Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for centuries, must continue in another arena.

Minister Byrne’s supplemental submission to the committee includes the following proposed recommendations:

1. Total Allowable Catch for the 2025 fishery be set at removal levels recommended by Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s science in consultation with inshore stakeholders.
2. The Government of Canada commit to a robust science program related to Northern Cod.
3. The Government of Canada state an allocation policy for Northern Cod that is clear, unambiguous and not subject to reinterpretation.

Further, Minister Byrne’s submission provides specific perspectives on each of the following:

• What is the historical record of the Government of Canada’s allocation policy for Northern Cod quota awarded to inshore?
• Did the Federal Government ever split quota (two thirds inshore/one third offshore)?
• What are the conservation risks of foreign, distant water fleets entering the fishery?
• Are there other Atlantic fishery re-openings in 2024 that demonstrate the Department of Fisheries and Oceans failure to understand conservation mismanagement?

The complete supplemental submission can be viewed at Fisheries and Aquaculture – Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture.

Previously, on October 9, 2024, Minister Byrne presented to the Standing Committee urging them to address past and ongoing failures in fisheries management, and work to serve the interests of a better Northern Cod fishery, and a better future, for those who have been waiting in hope for its return. This presentation can be viewed at: https://www.ourcommons.ca/Committees/en/FOPO/Meetings

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“The discussion of how to best manage this fishery must continue. The work of the Standing Committee may be halted at this time, but we cannot pause our 2025 fishing season. Securing a prosperous and sustainable future for the Northern Cod fishery is critical, now more than ever.”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture

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Statement from the Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador:

“Newfoundland and Labrador has had a long, meaningful relationship with the United States: From our longstanding ties through the fishery, to the modern technology industry, from hosting President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill in Placentia Bay during the heights of the Second World War to declare the Atlantic Charter, to supporting our neighbours during the tragedy of 9/11.

The U.S. is Canada’s – and Newfoundland and Labrador’s – biggest trading partner. And we will not stand by while this relationship is unlawfully and unjustly harmed.

Now, more than ever, we should be supporting local and Canadian-made products where possible. We will be removing U.S. products from Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation shelves, and reviewing and stopping immediately, where possible, procurement from the U.S.

We will identify new export markets for Newfoundland and Labrador products with a series of market development and expansion initiatives, deepening our connections with Europe and beyond to grow our trading opportunities. And we will continue robust collaboration with industry, community, and labour organizations through our roundtable on Canada-U.S. trade relations in light of the U.S. President’s illegal actions against us.

We stand with Team Canada as we stand strong, together.

Our identity, our values and our sovereignty will give us the strength to stand against any bully. We remain the true north strong and free.”

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