May 8, 2025
As of 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 8, two wildfires are being closely monitored in the province. The Provincial Government is working with its federal, municipal and community partners, to ensure the health and safety of residents. Near Adam’s Cove, north…
May 6, 2025
The Provincial Government is reminding residents that the national emergency alerting system, Alert Ready, is scheduled to issue an emergency test message through television, radio and compatible wireless devices tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7, at 10:45 a.m. (NDT) and 10:15 a.m….
May 5, 2025
With Emergency Preparedness Week taking place from May 4 to 10, the Provincial Government is reminding residents to be prepared for an emergency. Critical services can become overwhelmed during emergencies, and not operate at full capacity. Residents need to be…
March 31, 2025
The Provincial Government today launched an Intimate Partner Violence Awareness campaign, focused on violence prevention and the supports that are available to those who may need them. This extensive $100,000 campaign is designed to raise awareness that sharing intimate images…
March 14, 2025
Under section 13.5 of the Fatalities Investigations Act, the Minister of Justice and Public Safety is required, within 60 days after receiving a report from the Child Death Review Committee (CDRC), to make public those recommendations relating to: Relevant protocols,…
March 10, 2025
The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, is congratulating the Town of Churchill Falls for receiving an Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award in recognition of its efforts during a wildfire threat last summer. This award for exceptional…
March 3, 2025
The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, today introduced proposed legislation to amend the RNC Act, to replace the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Public Complaints Commission and establish a new process relating to police misconduct. The new Act…
March 3, 2025
The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, will be available to discuss a proposed legislation regarding the Law Enforcement Oversight Commission Act today (Monday, March 3). The availability will take place in the Media Centre, East Block,…
February 3, 2025
Today, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador proclaimed the new Correctional Services Act (the Act) and regulations. The new Act replaces the Prisons Act (1967) and Adult Corrections Act (1975). These long-awaited legislative changes represent a significant step towards a…
January 30, 2025
The Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, today announced that the Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program has been activated to assist those impacted by the storm surge that occurred between January 4 to 6, 2025….
