January 14, 2021
With the trend towards using delivery services increasing significantly over the past year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, drivers who deliver products or services for a company are advised that a personal automobile insurance policy does not cover…
December 29, 2020
Effective January 1, 2021, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is adopting new first aid kit requirements based on the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), which will provide guidance for employers to follow. Employers will be required to reassess the risks…
December 21, 2020
School bus inspections for Fall 2020, conducted by Digital Government and Service NL, continue to show high pass ratings for bus operators again this year, maintaining the industry’s high safety standard. From July to mid-November, over 90 per cent of…
December 15, 2020
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians can now obtain domestic wood cutting permits and access important domestic cutting information online via MyGovNL. This new service is designed to provide a quick and efficient way to obtain a permit from the comfort of home. Each…
December 14, 2020
Amendments to the Pension Benefits Act, 1997 to allow for the unlocking of retirement savings were introduced for second reading in the House of Assembly today. The amendments, if passed, would provide individuals with the ability to seek access to…
December 9, 2020
The Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL will be available to media to discuss proposed amendments related to the unlocking of pensions tomorrow (Thursday, December 10) at 11:30 a.m. A technical briefing for media will be…
December 2, 2020
Today, the Provincial Government recognizes National Safe Driving Week (December 1-7). National Safe Driving Week helps raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving, encourages safer, more defensive driving habits and prepares motorists for driving in adverse road conditions. The…
November 30, 2020
At an event today at Motor Registration Division (MRD) in Mount Pearl, the Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL, announced that new drivers can now complete their class 5 drivers permit test electronically through their MyGovNL…
November 27, 2020
The Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL, will launch a new online tool for novice drivers on Monday, November 30. The launch will take place at 10:00 a.m. at Motor Registration Division, 149 Smallwood Drive, Mount…
November 20, 2020
With gift-giving season right around the corner, consumers are encouraged to make smart holiday shopping decisions. It is important to price check merchandise to ensure there are no overcharges and remember to save receipts. Also, ask about the seller’s refund,…
