September 27, 2024
A person’s well-being starts at home, and access to safe and affordable housing is a critical element of improving the well-being of individuals and communities. As part of its commitment to improving access to affordable housing and housing that is…
September 24, 2024
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, will speak at a Clarenville Chamber of Commerce luncheon tomorrow (Wednesday, September 25) where he will outline how the Provincial Government is addressing housing challenges…
September 19, 2024
The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit that will provide additional housing supports for survivors of gender-based violence. Through a joint investment of $17.12 million over five…
September 18, 2024
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, and the Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, will join the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, federal Minister Responsible for the Atlantic Canada…
August 23, 2024
Housing challenges are escalating across Atlantic Canada, and advancing solutions to these challenges was the focus of yesterday’s meeting of the region’s housing ministers. The Atlantic Provincial Ministers remain eager to collaborate closely with the federal government to fulfill the…
August 21, 2024
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, will be available to the media to discuss federal funding cuts to Choices for Youth. The availability will take place in the lobby of the…
August 16, 2024
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing, today announced a $1.3 million investment toward the creation of a new Transitional Housing Initiative in Gander. This funding includes a one-time investment of $430,000 to allow the Central Residential Services Board…
August 15, 2024
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Housing, will announce a new Transitional Housing Initiative in Gander tomorrow (Friday, August 16). The event will take place at 131 Airport Boulevard, Gander, at 11:30 a.m. Minister Abbott will be joined by…
July 17, 2024
The Honourable Fred Hutton, Minister of Housing, will speak to how the Provincial Government is addressing housing challenges and opportunities at a Clarenville Chamber of Commerce luncheon tomorrow (Thursday, July 18). The event will take place at the Clarenville Inn,…
July 11, 2024
The Provincial Government today released Standards for Serving People Experiencing Homelessness in Shelters Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Developed by OrgCode Consulting following extensive and in-depth consultations with individuals, organizations and community partners, these standards will apply to all emergency shelters…
