June 1, 2023
Salmonier Nature Park is open for the summer/fall season effective today (June 1). The park entrance gate will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and all visitors must be off the trail by 6 p.m. Admission is free….
May 31, 2023
The 2023 salmon angling season for the island portion of the province opens June 1 and closes September 7. The season in Labrador begins on June 15 and closes September 15. Salmon licences are available at retail vendors including gas…
May 26, 2023
The Provincial Government is requesting proposals for three parcels of farmland located in King’s Point in the central region, and near Crabbes River East in the western region. Request for proposal guidelines for the three parcels, including overview and suitability…
May 25, 2023
The Torrent River Bridge has been closed to all vehicle traffic until further notice. The bridge is located on the Torrent River Forest Access Road near the community of Hawke’s Bay. The closure is required due to a risk to…
May 24, 2023
Applications for the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership are available on the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture website. The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3.5 billion initiative that aims to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of Canada’s…
May 19, 2023
The application deadline for the land development initiative under the Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program is extended to June 5, 2023. This enables farmers to submit new applications to request financial assistance for agricultural land development and/or for fertilizer purchased since…
May 16, 2023
National Seal Products Day is celebrated annually during the month of May to promote the seal products industry and highlight the importance of the seal fishery for Newfoundland and Labrador, particularly for coastal communities and Indigenous people. Scott Reid, Parliamentary…
May 16, 2023
Two separate investigations by officers with the Resource Enforcement Division of the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture have resulted in convictions and fines against two individuals, for violations of provincial Forest Fire Regulations. Kevin Power of Cupids was convicted…
May 15, 2023
Scott Reid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Derrick Bragg, Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, will attend a reception tomorrow (Tuesday, May 16) on Parliament Hill recognizing National Seal Products Day. The event will take place in the Speaker’s Dining…
May 11, 2023
Results of the 2023-24 big game licence draw are available on the Wildlife Information Management System website. Applicants will receive an email notification over the coming days to check their accounts. In most areas of the island, big game season begins…
