June 5, 2026
Seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador will benefit from stronger advocacy and oversight following amendments to the Seniors’ Advocate Act passed this week. The amendments will strengthen support for seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador by giving the seniors’ advocate the powers of individual advocacy and investigation. These changes will…
June 2, 2026
The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Craig Pardy, Minister of Seniors: Speaker, I rise today to recognize June as Seniors’ Month. This is a time to honour the lives, legacies and contributions of…
April 14, 2026
To celebrate the remarkable contributions of seniors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, the Provincial Government has opened nominations for the 2026 Seniors of Distinction Awards. These awards recognize individuals aged 50 and older who have made a meaningful difference in communities locally, nationally or internationally. Their contributions can be through volunteerism, professional work or community…
March 19, 2026
The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Craig Pardy, Minister of Seniors: Speaker, it is my pleasure to rise today as the Minister of Seniors to recognize those who provide care to the…
January 16, 2026
The Honourable Craig Pardy, Minister of Seniors, is announcing an increase in vision care benefits for clients in receipt of long-term care and community support services. The increase came into effect on January 1, 2026, and includes the following: $100…
December 19, 2025
The Provincial Government is committed to supporting the well-being of seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today, the Honourable Craig Pardy, Minister of Seniors, announced that applications for the 2025-26 Aging Well at Home Grant will open on January 5, 2026….
May 14, 2025
The following statement was read in the House of Assembly today by the Honourable John Abott, Minister of Seniors: Speaker, I rise today to recognize June as Seniors’ Month. Seniors’ Month provides the opportunity to encourage seniors to stay active,…
