June 8, 2021
During the Newfoundland and Labrador Foster Families Annual General Meeting yesterday evening (Monday, June 7), the Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, announced that the Waypoints Supporting Foster Parents Program has been expanded. Currently, the…
June 8, 2021
Today, the Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, announced $300,000 for the 2021-22 Newfoundland and Labrador Community Transportation Program, as part of Budget 2021. Incorporated municipalities, not for profits and Indigenous governments and communities may…
June 7, 2021
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, will issue a call for 2021-22 Newfoundland and Labrador Community Transportation Program applications tomorrow (Tuesday, June 8). The event will take place at Seniors NL, 24 Road De…
June 3, 2021
The following statement was read today by the Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development: Mr. Speaker, I rise in this Honourable House today to recognize May 30 to June 5 as National AccessAbility Week. This…
June 2, 2021
The following is a statement from the Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development: Today, I offer my sincere thanks and congratulations to Dr. Suzanne Brake, as she retires from her role as our province’s first…
June 2, 2021
In recognition of June as Seniors Month, nominations are now open for the 2021 Newfoundland and Labrador Seniors of Distinction Awards. Individuals, groups and organizations are invited to nominate seniors to be recognized for their contributions and achievements throughout Newfoundland…
May 28, 2021
The Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, and Jerry Earle, President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Public and Private Employees (NAPE), are pleased to provide a status update on the Joint Committee. The…
April 28, 2021
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) is pleased to announce the 2020 scholarships to support tenants pursuing post-secondary studies. Each scholarship is valued at $1,000. Youth Scholarships are awarded based on the student’s Academic or Honours graduation average as set…
February 17, 2021
The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development advises that supports for youth currently preparing to transition from departmental programs and services will continue during Alert Level 5. The department understands the critical importance of supporting young people in areas…
February 15, 2021
As Newfoundland and Labrador is currently in COVID-19 Alert Level 5, the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development advises that the main contact number for the department, 1-833-552-2368 (Video Relay Service (VRS) calls are welcome), is now in full…
