March 8, 2024
Residents of Newfoundland and Labrador are reminded that Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend. At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, clocks should be set one hour ahead. When adjusting clocks, residents are encouraged to take the opportunity to change…
March 7, 2024
The Provincial Government is now accepting applications for the Job Creation Partnerships program. This year will feature the following increased pay for workers to reflect increased Employment Insurance (EI) and minimum wage rates: Supervisor or high-skilled positions – $668 per…
March 7, 2024
Budget 2024 will be delivered in the House of Assembly on Wednesday, March 20. It will continue to build a stronger, smarter, self-sufficient and sustainable province, through prudent fiscal management. The Honourable Siobhan Coady, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance,…
March 7, 2024
With anticipated inclement weather today and into this weekend, the Provincial Government is advising individuals experiencing homelessness to contact Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation’s emergency shelter line at 1-833-724-2444 for assistance with temporary accommodations. Safe Haven Shelter at 10 St….
March 6, 2024
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on a weather system that is anticipated to affect regions of the province over the coming days (March 7-9). This weather event is forecasted to begin tomorrow afternoon (Thursday, March 7) and persist…
March 5, 2024
The Provincial Government is taking applications for its Employment Steps for Success Program (ESS). A total investment of $1 million is now available to non-profit community organizations to assist people with career planning and employment readiness. Last year, the Employment…
March 5, 2024
The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation is advising athletes throughout Newfoundland and Labrador that provincial sport organizations are now accepting applications for the 2024 Athletic Excellence Fund. The Athletic Excellence Fund supports local athletes by providing financial assistance…
March 1, 2024
The Provincial Government is celebrating March as Multiculturalism Month in Newfoundland and Labrador by opening applications for this year’s Newfoundland and Labrador Multiculturalism Grant Program. A total investment of $20,800, for grants of up to $1,000, is available to develop,…
March 1, 2024
New requirements for occupational health and safety programs and committees will come into effect today following amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act passed in the House of Assembly last spring. These new requirements raise the worker threshold for…
February 27, 2024
The Department of Health and Community Services is reminding the public of the availability of naloxone kits for individuals who use opioids and family members, friends and other persons in a position to assist a person at risk of overdose…
