August 6, 2025
As part of an ongoing investigation in collaboration with RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador, the Resource Enforcement Division of the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture continues to seek information related to the cause of recent wildfires in Conception Bay North….
August 6, 2025
An evacuation advisory issued for cabin owners in the Martin Lake and Great Rattling Brook areas in Central Newfoundland has been extended to include the Rushy Pond area and access road, located 30 kilometres from the Trans-Canada Highway. All cabin…
August 5, 2025
Cabin owners in the Martin Lake and Great Rattling Brook areas in Central Newfoundland are advised to leave their cabins immediately due to a wildfire. The area is located off Route 360 (Bay d’Espoir Highway), approximately 36 kilometres from the…
August 5, 2025
A province-wide fire ban is now in effect in Newfoundland and Labrador. This ban will be in place until at least September 7, when a determination will be made about its status. Fires are banned within 300 metres or 1,000…
August 5, 2025
The Provincial Government continues to ensure available farmland is accessible for long-term agricultural use through a request for proposals process. This open, transparent and competitive process provides an opportunity for current and prospective farmers to apply and demonstrate their need…
August 1, 2025
A recent investigation conducted by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture’s Resource Enforcement Division has resulted in charges against two individuals for netting Atlantic salmon. On June 14, 2025, Resource Enforcement Officers observed a gill net in coastal waters…
July 31, 2025
Registration for the fall 2025 Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop opens on August 4. This year’s event will run from September 12-14 at Pinchgut Lake near Corner Brook. The Becoming an Outdoors Woman program offers a variety of activities that…
July 29, 2025
The province-wide outdoor fire ban in Newfoundland and Labrador has been lifted. A permit to burn is required to burn grass, brush and other materials during Forest Fire Season, in effect until September 30. Permits are free and available at…
July 25, 2025
Sandy Brook bridge, located on the Sandy Lake forest resource road approximately 10 kilometres from Grand Falls-Windsor, is closed until further notice due to damage. Work is underway to assess and repair the bridge. For further information regarding this bridge…
July 25, 2025
Thanks to favourable weather and considerable fire suppression activity by ground crews, water bombers and helicopters, the Chance Harbour wildfire is now classified as Being Held. It remains at 1,820 hectares. Being Held means that sufficient action has been taken, and resources…
