February 18, 2021
Out of an abundance of caution the inmate and staff population at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary (HMP) are being tested for COVID-19. The Department of Justice and Public Safety was made aware yesterday evening (Wednesday, February 17) that a close contact…
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 17, 2021
Today (Wednesday, February 17), Newfoundland and Labrador has 44 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. The 44 new confirmed cases are as follows: In the Eastern Health region: 14 under 20 years of age; 8 between 20-39 years of age; 9…
February 16, 2021
Today (Tuesday, February 16), Newfoundland and Labrador has seven new confirmed cases of COVID-19. The seven new confirmed cases are as follows: In the Eastern Health region: Two under 20 years of age; One between 20-39 years of age; Two…
February 16, 2021
After consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District, the Department of Education has approved the availability for full-day early learning and child care for school-age children during the two week “circuit-breaker”…
February 16, 2021
The Federal Government is temporarily waiving the one-week waiting period for Employment Insurance (EI) claimants who establish a new claim between January 31, 2021 and September 25, 2021. This includes claimants of regular, fishing and special benefits. For more information…
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…
February 15, 2021
The Department of Health and Community Services is asking passengers who travelled on Air Canada Flight 7484 that departed Toronto on Thursday, February 11, 2021, and arrived in Deer Lake on Friday, February 12, 2021, to arrange testing. To arrange…
February 15, 2021
The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development (CSSD) is informing the children, youth and families served by the department throughout the province that visitation arrangements may be modified as a result of the return to Alert Level 5. Recognizing…
February 15, 2021
With the move to Alert Level 5 and continued efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the issuance of charitable lotteries licensing is temporarily suspended. As charitable activities – including licensed charitable lottery dates – may be impacted because of…
