Premier Wakeham Announces the Appointment of a Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier and Parliamentary Secretaries
December 10, 2025
Premier Wakeham and Their Honours with newly appointed Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier (MHA Riley Balsom) and Parliamentary Secretaries (MHA Jeff Dwyer, MHA Keith Russell, MHA Jim McKenna, MHA Mark…
BMO Supports Newfoundland and Labrador Learning Experiences at The Rooms
November 6, 2025
Dean Holloway, Regional Vice President, Personal Banking, Newfoundland and Labrador, BMO (centre), presents Anne Chafe, CEO of The Rooms (left), and Margaret Allan, Chair of The Rooms Board of Directors…
Public Advisory: Resource Enforcement Division Investigation Leads to Charges for Poaching of Atlantic Salmon
August 1, 2025
Resource Enforcement officers with the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture recently seized a boat, motor, net and 10 Atlantic salmon following a poaching investigation. Two individuals were arrested for…
Minister Dempster Discusses Critical Issues with Eastern Fisheries and Aquaculture Ministers
July 25, 2025
Eastern fisheries and aquaculture ministers met in Moncton this week to discuss shared issues and solutions. Ministers attending in person, from left: Hon. Zack Bell, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport…
Premier Furey Announces Cabinet Changes
March 11, 2025
Caption: From left to right, Minister Sarah Stoodley, Minister Lisa Dempster, Her Honour The Honourable Joan Marie J. Aylward, Premier Dr. Andrew Furey, Minister Dr. John Haggie, Minister Andrew Parsons,…
Transportation and Highway Safety Priorities Discussed at Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers
February 26, 2024
Members of the Council of Ministers Responsible for Transportation and Highway Safety
The Council of Atlantic Premiers presented the Golden Scissors Award from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) recognizing the Atlantic Physician Registry ()
February 2, 2024
Premier Furey accepts the Golden Scissors Award from Beatrix Abdul Azeez, CFIB Policy Analyst, in his office in St. John’s, N.L.
Partnership with SmartICE Providing Benefits for Residents of Nain and Natuashish
January 17, 2024
SmartICE operators looking at the tough-pad during a SmartKAMUTIK run in Rigolet, Nunatsiavut. (Birds Eye Inc. photo)
Work Underway at Site of Former Grace Hospital Nurses’ Residence
October 12, 2023
Work is underway on the demolition of the nurses’ residence at the site of the former Grace Hospital.
New-Wes-Valley Youth Participating in Outdoor Dream Adventure
October 4, 2023
Georgia Kean of New-Wes-Valley is the lucky winner of the 2023-24 Newfoundland and Labrador Youth Outdoor Dream Adventure, sponsored by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture and other participating…
Public Advisory: New Highway Signs Reminding Motorists Distracted Driving Kills
August 24, 2023
The Provincial Government has installed new highway signs throughout Newfoundland and Labrador to remind motorists of the dangers of distracted driving.
Team Indigenous NL Returns Home with 40 Medals from the 2023 North American Indigenous Games
July 24, 2023
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Labrador Affairs and Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs, joined athletes, coaches and officials representing Team Indigenous NL at the pre-opening ceremony of the 2023…
Ministers Working Together to Address the Opportunities and Challenges Facing the Housing Sector
June 30, 2023
The Honourable Paul Pike, Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, joined the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, and other provincial and territorial…
Newfoundland Dog and Labrador Retriever Recognized for their Cultural Significance to Newfoundland and Labrador
May 25, 2023
Beau, the Labrador Retriever, and Night, the Newfoundland dog, met with the Premier today. From left to right: Caitlin O’Brien-Dyke, Pamela Squires, Pat Coady, the Honourable Siobhan Coady, the Honourable…
Public Advisory: Tip from Public Leads to Convictions for Salmon Poaching on the Baie Verte Peninsula
April 27, 2023
Photo caption: Boat and motor confiscated by Resource Enforcement Officers during an investigation into salmon poaching on the Baie Verte Peninsula in July 2022.
Ukrainian West Coast Employment Tour in Full Swing
March 28, 2023
Ukrainian newcomers arriving for a week-long employment tour of western Newfoundland (March 27, 2023).
Minister Bragg Highlights Benefits of Participation in Seafood Expo North America
March 16, 2023
(L-R): Honourable Derrick Bragg – Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, Laurel Veitch - Market Development Officer, Torrie George - Market Development Officer, Sean Barry - Director of Seafood Marketing…
Newfoundland and Labrador Launches European Borrowing Program at London Stock Exchange
March 6, 2023
Premier Andrew Furey is joined by Finance Minister Siobhan Coady and team, as well as representatives of the London Stock Exchange and banking syndicate, to open the market. (March 6,…
Joint Statement for Day of Remembrance for the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia
January 26, 2023
Opening of new Association for New Canadians office in Gander. The office will help serve a growing population of Muslims in Central Newfoundland.
Construction Started on Public Housing Development in Pleasantville
December 9, 2022
(L-R) Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development and Minister Responsible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate…
Minister Howell Recognizes Contributions of Communities to Come Home 2022 Celebrations
December 8, 2022
The Honourable Krista Lynn Howell participating in community Come Home 2022 events throughout the Great Northern Peninsula.
Provincial Government Proclaims International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 2, 2022
Minister Abbott with Debbie Ryan, Chair, Accessibility Standards Advisory Board, and Nancy Reid, Chair, Network of Disability Organizations Newfoundland and Labrador.
Premier-Indigenous Leaders’ Roundtable Provides Forum for Presentations and Discussion
November 28, 2022
Participants in the 2022 Premier-Indigenous Leaders Roundtable included: Front: Jennifer Hefler-Elson, Labrador Friendship Centre; Odelle Pike, Newfoundland Aboriginal Women’s Network and People of the Dawn Indigenous Friendship Centre; Todd Russell,…
Advance Team Arrives in India and Begins Meetings with Nursing Colleges
November 23, 2022
St. Martha’s College of Nursing – group photo.
Gold Coin Found on Island of Newfoundland’s South Coast May be Oldest Ever Found in Canada
November 9, 2022
A Henry VI quarter noble, minted in London between 1422 and 1427.
Regionalization Discussed at 2021 Premier’s Forum on Local Government
November 6, 2021
The Hon. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Hon. Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, discuss regionalization with community leaders at the Premier’s Forum…
Supporting Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
October 13, 2021
The Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, signing the proclamation declaring October as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Residents Encouraged to Enjoy Stay Home Year 2020 in Newfoundland and Labrador
June 24, 2020
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Stay Home year, 2020.
Road Safety Improvements a Major Focus as Ministers Responsible for Highway Safety Gather for Annual Meeting
February 17, 2020
Members of the Council of Ministers responsible for Transportation and Highway Safety
Investigation into Illegal Netting of Salmon Leads to Convictions, Fines
February 7, 2020
Salmon and equipment seized in a poaching incident that occurred near Little Burnt Bay in central Newfoundland.
Province Recognizes Violence Prevention Month
February 5, 2020
The Honourable Carol Anne Haley, Minister for the Status of Women, joined representatives of violence prevention organizations and members of law enforcement at a proclamation signing to acknowledge Violence Prevention…
Ministers Warr and Gambin-Walsh Welcome Students and Educators Back to School ()
September 4, 2019
Student Adam Hill greeted by Minister Warr and Vice-Principal Rochelle McRoberts at Queen of Peace Middle School in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Provincial Government Proclaims Museum Day
July 22, 2019
Sarah Stoodley, Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation recently joined Teresita McCarthy, President of the Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador to proclaim July 20 as Museum Day…
International Year of the Salmon Fly Competition Winners Announced
July 11, 2019
Colby House of Massey Drive has claimed the Designer’s Choice title and a $500-voucher from Loop Tackle for his original fly design.
New Ferry Service Begins on Northern Labrador Coast
July 9, 2019
The MV Kamutik W is shown at the dock in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The vessel arrived in Canada July 7 and begins servicing the north coast of Labrador July 9.
Minister Byrne Announces Deployment of Forest Firefighters to Alberta
June 25, 2019
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, sending off some of the wildland firefighters from Newfoundland and Labrador deployed to help fight wildfires near Steen River, Alberta.…
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate – Child and Youth Advocate Announces Winners of Poster Contest ()
June 5, 2019
Wilma MacInnis announces Sanuda Jayasinghe as a winner of the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate’s poster contest at Mealy Mountain Collegiate in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
Strengthening Tourism Infrastructure to Attract More Visitors
March 4, 2019
L-R: (TBC)The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Tourism, Official Languages and La Francophonie, Gudie Hutchings, Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, Bob Blundon, Chairperson, Newfoundland and Labrador Snowmobile Federation…
Transportation and Highway Safety Ministers work together to improve safety, reduce pollution as well as increase competitiveness and innovation
January 22, 2019
The Honourable Sherry Gambin-Walsh, Minister of Service NL, and the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Transportation and Works, joined the Honourable Marc Garneau, Canada’s Minister of Transport, and their provincial…
Complementing Production with Innovative Manufacturing
January 17, 2019
MHA Derrick Bragg is joined by Sheena Pickett, Bill Noble and Shane Noble of New Wood Manufacturers Inc.
Ministerial Statement – Minister Hawkins Proclaims National Technology Week
November 5, 2018
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, signs the official proclamation to kick of National Technology Week with electrical engineering students at College of the North…
Public Advisory: T’Railway closure in the Gaff Topsails
November 1, 2018
A washed out portion of the T’Railway near Howley.
Provincial Government Improves Accessibility, Security at Confederation Building Complex
October 17, 2018
A new visitors’ entrance at Confederation Building Complex in St. John’s, located at the link between East Block and West Block, includes extended accessible curb sections; tactile indicator surfaces; a…
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the Cooperative Republic of Guyana
October 16, 2018
The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Dominic Gaskin, Minister of Business, Cooperative Republic of Guyana, sign the MOU to further…
Delegates of Premier’s Forum Contribute to Municipal Legislative Review
October 4, 2018
Premier Ball and delegates at the third annual Premier’s Forum on Local Government that was held in Gander on October 4.
Provincial Government Declares October Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 3, 2018
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, joins delegates to the Provincial Conference of Supported Employment Newfoundland and Labrador to declare October Disability Employment Awareness Month…
Provincial Government and Aquaculture Industry Take Action to Support Sustainable Aquaculture Growth
September 26, 2018
Minister Hawkins speaks with Board members of the Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association, following an announcement of more than $500,000 in government support to help build the industry.
Minister Byrne Proclaims Aquaculture Week in Newfoundland and Labrador
September 24, 2018
September 22-28 has officially been declared Aquaculture Week in Newfoundland and Labrador. Joining the Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources for the proclamation signing are Danny Boyce,…
Minister Byrne Discusses Agriculture Research Activities, Views Wheat Harvest
September 10, 2018
Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources, and Sabrina Ellsworth, Manager of Agricultural Research, display the Fisheries and Land Resources Agri-Truck that will be at events throughout the…
Premier Ball Announces Council of the Federation Literacy Award Winner
September 7, 2018
The Honourable Dwight Ball, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, presents the Council of the Federation Literacy Award 2018 to Ms. Suna Dau Yath.
Construction Underway to Revitalize Corner Brook Tourism Site
August 28, 2018
Lynn and Allan Kendall, owners of Eltoq Developments Inc., Gudie Hutchings, MP for Long Range Mountains, and the Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Fisheries and Land Resources and MHA for…
July Declared Automotive Heritage Month
June 29, 2018
Minister Gambin-Walsh signs proclamation to recognize July as Automobile Heritage Month, joined by (L-R) Parliamentary Secretary, Bernard Davis; Bob Ford, National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada - Newfoundland Director;…
Newfoundland and Labrador First Province to Sign Agreement with Government of Canada to Fund Innovative Treatment Options for Problematic Substance Use
June 29, 2018
The Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada sign a bilateral agreement under the Emergency Treatment Fund to help address substance use disorder. Funding will enhance access to treatment in…
Provincial Government Wishes Muslim Newfoundlanders and Labradorians a Happy Eid al-Fitr
June 15, 2018
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, and Bernard Davis, MHA for Virginia Waters-Pleasantville, joined leaders of the Muslim Association of Newfoundland and Labrador for a…
Indigenous Leaders Roundtable Provides Forum for Discussion on Matters of Common Interest
June 8, 2018
Photo: Indigenous leaders and elected officials attending the Indigenous Leaders Roundtable included: Front (l-r): Isabella Pain and President Johannes Lampe, Nunatsiavut; Jennifer Hefler-Elson, Labrador Friendship Centre; Dorothy George, Newfoundland Native…
Recreation Month Promotes the Value of Active Living
June 4, 2018
The Honourable Lisa Dempster (right), Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development Minister (CSSD) joined Tina Auchinleck-Ryan, President of Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador (RNL) to sign a proclamation marking June…
Minister Dempster Recognizes June as Seniors Month
June 1, 2018
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development (CSSD), recently met with the Child and Youth Advocate, and representatives of SeniorsNL and the Coalition of Seniors to…
Public Advisory: Delayed Opening at Pinware River Provincial Park
May 28, 2018
Snow levels at Pinware River Provincial Park.
The Rooms Unveils First World War Exhibition Catalogue
May 8, 2018
Sylvain Vinet, Region Head, Eastern Canada Region, CIBC; Dean Brinton, CEO, The Rooms Corporation; and, Anne Chafe, Director, The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery and Museums Divisions present the catalogue for…
Proclamation Recognizes Better Hearing and Speech Month
May 3, 2018
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development and Minister Responsible for the Status of Persons with Disabilities, met with representatives from the Canadian Hard of Hearing…
The Rooms Receives Award of Outstanding Achievement in Education
April 13, 2018
Dr. Heather Igloliorte, guest curator and author; and Kate Wolforth, Manager of Collections, The Rooms, accept the Canadian Museums Association Award of Outstanding Achievement in Education for the exhibition catalogue…
