May 27, 2020
As the province continues to move forward while living with COVID-19, the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development has begun reinstating in-person family visitation where it is in the best interest of children and youth in care. The department…
May 12, 2020
In light of ongoing efforts to help stop the spread of COVID-19, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are reminded to maintain physical distancing. There are many ways to stay physically active during this time. As long as people are well and not…
April 9, 2020
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, provided details today on efforts to increase access to technology for families who, before COVID-19, were having in person visits with their children who are in care. As the…
April 7, 2020
Youth involved with the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development’s in care, kinship and youth services programs will continue to be supported during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The department currently provides a broad range of supports and services…
March 28, 2020
Due to concerns related to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the 2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games, which were scheduled to be held in Bay Roberts from August 15-22, are postponed. Because of the current Public Health State of Emergency, all…
March 26, 2020
The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development has implemented a new toll-free telephone number during the COVID-19 public health emergency to ensure individuals and community groups can best connect with the department as needed. Effective today, the new main…
March 23, 2020
Seniors and persons with a weakened immune system or underlying medical conditions are at a higher risk of developing complications from COVID-19. The Provincial Government is asking that seniors, person with disabilities that may affect their immunity, and organizations serving…
March 13, 2020
Due to COVID-19, the Provincial Government is temporarily closing the provincially owned and operated pools and training centre. Locations of the pools and training centre include: Gander (pool) Corner Brook (pool) Happy Valley-Goose Bay (pool with training centre) The temporary…
March 12, 2020
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, has announced the provincial leaders in athlete and sport development who will form the province’s first Sport Excellence Committee. The committee will be co-chaired by Frank Humber, a member…
March 12, 2020
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, today announced that four projects will receive Community Transportation Grants totaling $300,000. The Newfoundland and Labrador Community Transportation Grant Program provides funding support to develop, implement and evaluate a…
