March 13, 2023
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, to make public those recommendations relating to: Relevant protocols, policies…
February 3, 2023
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on a weather system that is anticipated to affect northern Labrador. Heavy snowfall and high winds are anticipated to begin this evening (Friday, February 3, 2023) and persist through the weekend. Other areas…
January 25, 2023
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is reminding the public of the approaching deadline to apply for assistance under the Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program. The program is for municipalities and local service districts, small business owners,…
January 20, 2023
The 911 Division would like to advise members of the public that the province-wide 911 service is not impacted by the strike action taken today by Teamsters Local 855. Please continue to call 911 if emergency ambulance services are required,…
January 13, 2023
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, is pleased to announce the province’s newest appointments to the King’s Counsel by the Lieutenant Governor in Council. The honourary title of King’s Counsel recognizes senior lawyers for exceptional…
January 13, 2023
The 911 Division would like to advise members of the public that the province-wide 911 service is not impacted by the ongoing job action involving the Teamsters Local 855 and the Fewer Group private ambulance services. Please continue to call…
January 12, 2023
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecasts on an approaching weather system that is anticipated to affect much of the province Friday through Sunday (January 13 to January 15). Environment Canada is warning of heavy rain, snow, or freezing rain for…
January 9, 2023
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on a weather system that is anticipated to affect the Avalon Peninsula. Heavy snowfall and high winds are forecast to begin early tomorrow morning (January 10), and will continue into tomorrow evening. We…
January 4, 2023
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General today announced the appointment of two new Provincial Court Judges. Andrew Wadden, KC, is appointed to the Provincial Court in Grand Falls-Windsor and Lloyd Strickland, KC,…
December 30, 2022
If your plans this New Year’s Eve include fireworks, the Department of Justice and Public Safety has some tips to protect you and your family. Using fireworks is an exciting way to ring in the new year, but keep in…
