July 18, 2024
The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture is reminding the public to refrain from operating drones in the vicinity of forest fires. The presence of drones near active fire zones poses a significant safety risk to firefighting efforts, particularly to…
July 17, 2024
The Wabush Employment Centre offices will be closed until further notice. Individuals requiring assistance are advised to contact the Happy Valley-Goose Bay office at the following: Phone: 709-896-8846 Toll-Free Employment Services Line: 1-800-563-6600 Email: employmentprograms@gov.nl.ca Apologies for any inconvenience this…
July 15, 2024
In response to the wildfires in Labrador West, the Provincial Government continues to work with its federal, municipal and community partners, to ensure the health and safety of residents in Labrador. Updates on conditions, resources and assistance will be made available continuously throughout this evolving situation….
July 13, 2024
In response to the forest fire in Labrador West, the Provincial Government is working with its federal, municipal and community partners, to ensure the health and safety of residents in Labrador. Updates on conditions, resources and assistance will be made…
July 13, 2024
A province-wide outdoor fire ban prohibiting setting of fires on forest land or within 300 metres of forest land is now in effect in Newfoundland and Labrador. The ban is authorized under the authority of section 99 of the Forestry…
July 12, 2024
The Provincial Government has advised that an evacuation order is in place for Labrador City. The order stems from extreme fire behaviour that has occurred today and expected into tomorrow (Saturday). The fire has the potential to grow significantly closer…
July 12, 2024
As of October 15, 2024, operator safety training will be mandatory for users of off-road vehicles who: are under 16 years of age. are registering an off-road vehicle with the Motor Registration Division for the first time. have had their…
July 12, 2024
Provincial forestry officials are providing an update on two forest fires in Labrador. Residents of Labrador West are advised that there may be increased fire activity today (Friday, July 12) which could produce increased levels of smoke that could impact…
July 11, 2024
The Resource Enforcement Division of the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture is seeking information related to a moose poaching and wastage incident that occurred two kilometres west of the Ashuanipi River in Labrador West. On July 3, 2024, officers…
July 10, 2024
A Resource Enforcement Division investigation into overfishing has resulted in convictions, fines and prohibitions from fishing inland waters for two individuals. Nathan Macey of Red Bay and Perry Savoury of Middle Arm were convicted and fined in Provincial Court in…
