Newfoundland and Labrador Seniors to Receive Over $64 Million in Cost-of-Living Relief
November 2, 2026
Over 130,000 seniors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador will receive a one-time payment of up to $500 as part of a new measure to help with the rising cost of living. The Seniors Affordability Payment, totaling over $64 million, was announced…
New Metro Child Care Spaces to Support Recruitment and Retention in Health Care
October 30, 2026
The Provincial Government is adding up to 72 more child care spaces in the St. John’s area, which will help increase access to child care services in the region. Creating more child care spaces is a key aspect of the…
Premier Wakeham Announces $54 Million in Additional Affordability Relief
October 22, 2026
The Honourable Tony Wakeham, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced $54 million in additional affordability measures to help Newfoundlanders and Labradorians with electricity and home heating costs this winter. Joined by the Honourable Craig Pardy, Minister of Finance, Premier…
Newfoundland and Labrador Reaches Historic Deal with Government of Quebec and Government of Canada to Develop Churchill Falls and Gull Island
August 17, 2026
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has reached historic agreements with both Quebec and the Federal Government to replace both the 1969 Churchill Falls Power Contract and the December 2024 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, Hydro-Quebec…
Let’s Hear it: Help Shape the 10-Year Poverty Reduction and Prevention Strategy
August 3, 2026
Newfoundland and Labrador residents can contribute to the province’s 10-Year Poverty Reduction and Prevention Strategy by sharing their experiences, perspectives and ideas through an online survey or written submission. Input is also being gathered from community organizations, service providers, Indigenous…
Renovations at the Health Sciences Centre Emergency Department Reach a Significant Milestone
July 22, 2026
Patients and staff will soon be able to access enhanced spaces at the Health Sciences Centre emergency department, with the new ambulance bay opening on Monday, July 27, and additional spaces opening for patient care on Saturday, August 8. The…
Minister Forsey Announces Support for Fire Protection Vehicles and Fire Equipment
July 22, 2026
The Honourable Pleaman Forsey, Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, today announced over $531,000 in funding to support the purchase of a fire protection vehicle and fire equipment, reinforcing the Provincial Government’s commitment to safer communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. The Provincial Government is investing: $444,349…
Newfoundland and Labrador Seafood Industry Tops $2 Billion in Market Value
July 10, 2026
Newfoundland and Labrador’s seafood industry is recognized worldwide for its quality seafood products. In 2025, the combined market value of Newfoundland and Labrador’s wild fishery and aquaculture industries reached $2.11 billion. Shellfish and groundfish continue to drive the provincial economy…
Public Advisory: Province-Wide Fire Ban in Effect
July 8, 2026
A fire ban has been declared for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador in accordance with Section 99 of the Forestry Act due to elevated Fire Weather Index ratings and extensive wildfire activity in Labrador. The ban is effective immediately until July 17, 2026 for the entire province. Permits to burn…
Newfoundland and Labrador Youth Reflect on History Through Trail of the Caribou Pilgrimage
June 30, 2026
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has embarked on the 2026 Trail of the Caribou Pilgrimage, marking the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel. This commemorative journey includes 100 students from across the province, representing a…
