Newfoundland and Labrador News

The Newfoundland and Labrador News Centre offers you quick access to the provincial news of the day.
  1. Newfoundland and Labrador is a leading tourist destination with a large variety of cultural and natural assets to offers residents and visitors. The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador, along with the Codroy Valley Area Development Association (CVADA), are making a combined investment to help the province’s southwest coast grow its tourism attractions even more.
  2. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), will be joined by Scott Reid, MHA for St. George’s-Humber and Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, as well as representatives of the Codroy Valley Area Development Association (CVADA) for a combined announcement in support of the expansion and further development of the Starlite Trail.
  3. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), will participate in several stakeholder meetings and events in St. John’s, NL, on Thursday, October 26 and on Friday, October 27 including the econext 2023 conference, and the 2023 Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL) Conference, Trade Show and AGM.
  4. With Newfoundland and Labrador providing the ultimate cinematic backdrop and an international reputation for production excellence, the province’s film industry is poised for long-term success. The federal and provincial governments are investing to help industry grow, compete and reach new markets – at home and abroad.
  5. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), will participate in several stakeholders meetings and events in St. John’s, NL, including an announcement in support of the province’s film industry. Minister Hutchings will be joined by Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East.
  6. The federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for tourism today concluded the 2023 Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers (CCTM) meeting.
  7. Canadian communities flourish when they have safe, welcoming public spaces where people can come together to connect, engage and participate in recreational programs and activities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our local economies are closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.
  8. The Government of Canada invests more than $1,500,00.00 in 30 community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.
  9. Churence Rogers, Member of Parliament for Bonavista-Burin-Trinity, will make an announcement regarding investments to social and recreational facilities in the Bonavista, Burin and Trinity regions of Newfoundland and Labrador. This announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
  10. Social enterprises, non-profits, charities and co‑operatives are key contributors to the economy in Atlantic Canada. They are at the forefront of tackling Canada’s persistent social and environmental challenges and create a positive space for the communities they serve. The Government of Canada, and Newfoundland and Labrador have invested to help Broadening Horizons renovate and enhance their existing training and recycling facility.
  11. Yvonne Jones, Member of Parliament for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make a funding announcement and announce support for a social enterprise in Central Newfoundland and Labrador.
  12. From breathtaking landscapes, diverse and inclusive experiences and friendly people from coast to coast, it is easy to see why Newfoundland and Labrador is a world-class tourism destination. The Government of Canada is investing in Grenfell Campus, Memorial University to foster innovation and leadership skills in the growing tourism industry.
  13. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, to make an announcement regarding support for a new initiative facilitated by Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus.
  14. Minister Sudds will be in St. John’s to announce initiatives supporting early learning and child care capacity
  15. The management plan contributes to protecting the environment and connecting Canadians to an Inuit homeland in northern Labrador.
  16. Atlantic Canada is known for its innovative startups that generate sustainable solutions and good jobs that fuel the economy. The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador are investing to help Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell campus (Grenfell) strengthen its Navigate Incubator and Makerspace to deliver more opportunities and resources for entrepreneurs in Western Newfoundland.
  17. Today, Chief Joanne Miles and Chief Executive Officer Liz LaSaga from the Flat Bay Band-No’kmaq Village, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, in the name of Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced $2.4 million in funding, provided through the Cultural Spaces in Indigenous Communities Program for the construction of the new Mary Webb’s Gathering Place.
  18. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, along with the Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills, on behalf of the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister for Industry, Energy and Technology, will make an announcement regarding support for entrepreneurs in Western Newfoundland.
  19. Chief Joanne Miles and Chief Executive Officer Liz LaSaga of the Flat Bay Band-No’kmaq Village; the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; and Scott Reid, Member of the House of Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador, will announce the launch of a project to build a new cultural centre in the community called Mary Webb’s Gathering Place.
  20. The Canadian Coast Guard plays an essential role in ensuring the safety of mariners and protecting Canada’s marine environment.
  21. The Canadian Coast Guard Atlantic Region will welcome the new search and rescue lifeboat CCGS Gabarus Bay with a dedication to service ceremony. Canadian Coast Guard representatives and community members will be in attendance for the event.
  22. The event marks fifty years of collaboration, conservation, and connection to this place of wonder, adventure, and inspiration.
  23. Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, and His Worship Brian Button, Mayor of Channel-Port aux Basques, announced a joint investment of more than $2.9 million to improve the energy efficiency of the Bruce II Sports Centre in Channel-Port aux Basques.
  24. Government of Canada to make an announcement on Inuit-led conservation and climate adaptation in Nunatsiavut, Newfoundland and Labrador.
  25. Newfoundland and Labrador’s tourism attractions, experiences and amenities continue to show tremendous growth potential, creating jobs, strengthening communities and welcoming visitors from around the world. The Great Northern Peninsula and West Coast of Newfoundland are home to some of the most stunning vistas and unique attractions in the province. The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador are investing in communities within these regions to help them realize their tourism potential, create new opportunities and advance the industry.
  26. The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest more than $2.7 million in province’s tourism industry to stimulate the local economy, create jobs, support the tourism sector, and improve the quality of life for Canadians.
  27. Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, and His Worship Brian Button, Mayor of Channel-Port aux Basques.
  28. Atlantic Canada’s ocean economy creates good, highly skilled jobs and represents tremendous growth potential in the region and in international markets. Within the next ten years, Canada’s ocean workforce is expected to experience a significant turnover in employment, with estimates that close to half of the workforce will retire. To help address this, the Government of Canada is investing in the Council of Marine Professional Associates (COMPASS) in Newfoundland and Labrador to promote marine sector careers among the province’s younger generations.
  29. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, along with the Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will announce support for tourism projects in Western Newfoundland and Labrador and the Great Northern Peninsula.
  30. Gros Morne National Park celebrates 50th anniversary with community and special guests, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings and the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien.
  31. Seniors have made and continue to make significant and valuable contributions to their families, communities and workplaces. The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting local organizations that empower seniors, promote engagement within their communities and contribute to their health and well-being.
  32. The New Horizons for Seniors Program is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contributes to improving seniors’ health and well-being.
  33. Darren Fisher, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, will announce an investment to fund a community-based project to support seniors in Flatrock, Newfoundland and Labrador.
  34. On August 4, 2023, Women and Gender Equality Canada announced funding of $867,162 for two community organizations located in St. John’s, Newfoundland.Increasing the Capacity of Indigenous Women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Organizations to address Gender-based Violence projects fund.
  35. Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, alongside Minister O’Regan, St. John’s South—Mount Pearl, and Member of Parliament Joanne Thompson, St. John’s East, announced $867,162 for two organizations whose respective goals are to support, among others, Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
  36. Social enterprises, non-profits, charities and co‑operatives help build stronger communities, and contribute to a resilient, inclusive economy that benefits all Canadians. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in the Newfoundland-Labrador Federation of Co-operatives (NLFC) to spark the growth of co-operative organizations in the Northeast Avalon region of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  37. Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, joined by the Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced $700,000 in funding to support crisis hotlines in the province until March 31, 2026.
  38. On August 3, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, along with the Honourable Pam Parsons, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, will make an announcement supporting crisis hotlines in Newfoundland and Labrador.
  39. Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister for Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement regarding support for a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering climate action in rural communities and within the province’s tourism sector.
  40. ARGENTIA, NEWFOUNDLAND – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Member of Parliament for Avalon, Ken McDonald, will announce funding related to supply chains and improving cargo capacity at the Port of Argentia in Newfoundland and Labrador. They will be accompanied by Scott Penney, CEO of the Port of Argentia.
  41. Today, Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, the Honourable John G. Abbott, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Sheilagh O’Leary, Deputy Mayor of St. John’s, announced a joint investment of more than $11.8 million to improve public transit in St. John’s.
  42. Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, the Honourable John G. Abbott, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Sheilagh O’Leary, Deputy Mayor of St. John’s.
  43. Atlantic Canada’s tourism offerings are as varied and diverse as its communities. The Government of Canada is focused on helping organizations seize opportunities to build on local strengths to attract more visitors, while growing a more resilient, inclusive economy.
  44. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will make an announcement regarding support for an initiative of St. Anthony Basin Resources Inc.
  45. Spend Canada Day with Parks Canada at Signal Hill National Historic Site for the annual sunrise event
  46. Labrador’s stunning terrains and rugged beauty attracts year-round adventure seekers from across the globe. The region is also home to proud, tightknit communities which help make this unique place even more special. Our government’s investments in tourism and community development allow strong infrastructure and sustainable growth, while helping keep Labrador as a popular travel destination.
  47. The Government of Canada invests more than $1,895,000 in Labrador to stimulate the local economy, create jobs, support the tourism sector, and improve the quality of life of Canadians. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador invested $347,335 in three of the projects (as noted in the chart below).
  48. Yvonne Jones, Member of Parliament for Labrador, will announce support for community and tourism projects in Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA.
  49. Newfoundland and Labrador’s growing mining industry is moving Atlantic Canada’s economy towards a more prosperous future. Critical minerals are essential to many renewable energy and clean technology applications and are vital to enhancing Canada’s global competitiveness and building a green and digital economy. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in the mining sector, to help meet an increasing global demand for critical minerals.
  50. The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, and Yvonne Jones, Member of Parliament for Labrador, will make a funding announcement regarding critical mineral exploration in Labrador.