Newfoundland and Labrador News

1. Technology upgrades help Western Newfoundland businesses to modernize and grow 

   A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of regional economies. They generate good paying jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.

2. New EV Chargers Coming to Newfoundland and Labrador

   Today, Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $805,000 investment to Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro to help support the installation of up to 113 EV chargers across the province.

3. Labrador will benefit from improved tourism offerings to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors in the region

   Canada has much to offer the world as travel safely resumes: breathtaking landscapes and wide open spaces; diverse and inclusive experiences; and friendly people from coast to coast to coast who provide outstanding service. Combined with a strong focus on health and safety and high COVID-19 vaccination rates, Canada is among the most alluring and smartest destination choices for visitors.

4. Backgrounder: Labrador will benefit from improved tourism offerings to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors in the region

   The Government of Canada invests more than $1.1 million in 12 projects to support the tourism sector in Labrador.

5. Long Range Mountains region will benefit from improved tourism offerings to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors

   Canada has much to offer the world once travel safely resumes: breathtaking landscapes and wide open spaces; diverse and inclusive experiences; and friendly people from coast to coast to coast who provide outstanding service. Combined with a strong focus on health and safety and high COVID-19 vaccination rates, Canada is among the most alluring and smartest destinations.

6. New equipment and renovations help Avalon Peninsula businesses to modernize and create jobs

   A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow and move forward from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of regional economies. They generate quality local jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.

7. Backgrounder: New equipment and renovations help Avalon Peninsula businesses to modernize and create jobs

   The Government of Canada invests more than $1.2 million in three projects to support business growth on the Avalon Peninsula.

8. Long Range Mountains region will benefit from improved tourism offerings to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors

   Canada has much to offer the world once travel safely resumes: breathtaking landscapes and wide open spaces; diverse and inclusive experiences; and friendly people from coast to coast to coast who provide outstanding service. Combined with a strong focus on health and safety and high COVID-19 vaccination rates, Canada is among the most alluring and smartest destinations.

9. Backgrounder: Long Range Mountains region will benefit from improved tourism offerings to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors

   The Government of Canada invests more than $3.3 million in 34 projects to support the tourism sector in the Long Range Mountains region.

10. Northeast Avalon communities will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

11. Backgrounder: Northeast Avalon communities will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $529,000 in five community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

12. Government of Canada invests over $1,075,000 to bring high-speed Internet to more than 625 households in Newfoundland and Labrador

    The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how we live, work, learn and do business, and now more than ever, Canadians across the country need reliable high-speed Internet to access services, supports and opportunities.

13. Government of Canada to announce support for five Northeast Avalon communities

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement regarding support for the towns of Logy Bay – Middle Cove – Outer Cove, Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s, Pouch Cove, Torbay and Flatrock.

14. Government of Canada to announce support for 34 tourism businesses in Western NL and along the Great Northern Peninsula

    The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will make an in-person announcement regarding support for 34 tourism businesses in Western Newfoundland and Labrador and along the Great Northern Peninsula to enhance their products and services to better position themselves for post-pandemic recovery.

15. Atlantic food and beverage sector renewing connections at SIAL Canada

    Food & Beverage Atlantic (FBA) is leading a delegation of 12 Atlantic food and beverage processors exhibiting at the annual Salon international de l’alimentation Canada (SIAL Canada) for the first time in two years.

16. Minister Khera highlights investments in Good Jobs, Clean Air and a Strong Economy in Budget 2022

    Through Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable, the Government of Canada makes targeted and responsible investments to create good jobs, grow our economy, clean our air and build a Canada where nobody gets left behind.

17. Minister Khera highlights housing investments in Budget 2022

    Through Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable, the Government of Canada makes targeted and responsible investments to create good jobs, grow our economy, and build a Canada where nobody gets left behind.

18. Minister Khera highlights Government of Canada Budget 2022 investments in Good Jobs, Clean Air and a Strong Economy

    The Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, will be at Gander International Airport to highlight Budget 2022 funding that invests in economic growth, innovation and the green transition.

19. Minister Khera highlights Government of Canada Budget 2022 investments in affordable housing

    The Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, will be in Corner Brook to highlight Budget 2022 funding for the housing sector that will make housing more affordable for all Canadians.

20. Government Accepts Agency's Recommendation on Bay du Nord Development Project, Subject to the Strongest Environmental GHG Condition Ever

    Now more than ever, Canadians expect the Government of Canada to take action and promote innovative measures to combat climate change. We know that we can build a Canadian energy sector that is world-leading on environmental measures for today, and innovating for our clean future. Today, we have taken an important step in that direction.

21. Accepting applications for Rediscover Main Streets initiative as of Monday, April 4

    The Government of Canada, through ACOA’s Rediscover Main Streets initiative, is investing up to $10 million to help non-profit organizations generate new ideas that inspire residents and tourists alike to rediscover these vibrant local spaces.

22. Government Investments Boost Business and Tourism Growth in Carbonear

    Atlantic Canadian municipalities and tourism operators are working hard to recover from pandemic challenges and find new approaches to deliver world-class tourism experiences. The Government of Canada is helping the Town of Carbonear to revitalize its downtown core, enhancing opportunities for economic growth and improving the quality of life of citizens.

23. Government Support for Community Infrastructure in Carbonear

    Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make a funding announcement related to a community infrastructure project in the Town of Carbonear.

24. Higher Snow Crab Quota in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2022

    Snow crab is the backbone of the fishery in Newfoundland and Labrador. Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s management practices in recent years, supported by evidence-based science advice, favourable ocean conditions, and the stewardship of local harvesters, have rejuvenated the snow crab stock in most areas throughout the Province. Improvements in the stock are likely to continue in the short-term and point to continued growth and a sustainable fishery into the future.

25. Government of Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador invest over $22 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 1,000 households in Labrador

    Today, Yvonne Jones, Member of Parliament for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced $22,355,503 in funding to bring high-speed Internet to more than 1,000 households in rural areas in Labrador. Funding will be allocated to the Nunatsiavut Government for a project benefiting the communities of Rigolet, Postville, Makkovik, Nain, Hopedale and Natuashish. The network will be built and operated by Bell Canada.

26. Government of Canada Launches Initiative to Breathe New Life into Atlantic Canadian Main Streets

    Atlantic Canada’s main streets, downtowns and neighbourhoods are vibrant spaces where people gather to enjoy all that our urban and rural communities have to offer. These spaces drive the economy by being hubs of social, economic and cultural activity.

27. New Rediscover Main Streets Initiative to Reanimate Main Streets, Downtowns and Neighbourhoods  

    New Rediscover Main Streets Initiative to Reanimate Main Streets, Downtowns and Neighbourhoods

28. Government of Canada to announce major initiative to rediscover Atlantic Canada’s main streets, downtowns and neighbourhoods

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister Responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement regarding a new initiative by the Government of Canada to breathe new life into Atlantic Canada’s communities and encourage residents and tourists to support local establishments.

29. Minister Gould highlights $15-a-day child care during Newfoundland and Labrador tour

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, met with several families and organizations across Newfoundland and Labrador to highlight the Government of Canada’s efforts to make life more affordable for families, while giving every child a real and fair chance at success.

30. $15-a-day child care for families in Newfoundland and Labrador

    Too many families across Canada lack access to high quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care. That is why the Government of Canada has laid out a plan to provide families in Canada with, on average, $10 a day child care for children under six years of age by March 2026.

31. Government of Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador update on Early Learning and Child Care 

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Premier Andrew Furey, and the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, to provide an update on Pre-Kindergarten and the Early Learning and Child Care Action Plan across Newfoundland and Labrador.

32. International Women’s Day

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), issued a statement in recognition of International Women’s Day.

33. Backgrounder: Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador investing in recreation, green and rural infrastructure

    Joint federal, provincial, and municipal funding through the Investing in Canada infrastructure program will support 23 infrastructure projects in various communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

34. Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest in recreation, green, rural and public transit infrastructure

    Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, announced more than $23.8 million in funding to support 23 recreation, green, rural and public transit infrastructure projects across Newfoundland and Labrador.

35. Labrador communities will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

36. Backgrounder: Labrador communities will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $483,000 in five community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

37. Media Advisory - St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador

    Members of the media are invited to an important announcement regarding infrastructure in Newfoundland and Labrador with the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Honourable Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Northern Affairs and Member of Parliament for Labrador, and Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East.

38. Western Newfoundland and the Great Northern Peninsula will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

39. Backgrounder: Western Newfoundland and the Great Northern Peninsula will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $750,000 in 15 community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

40. Government of Canada invests in safety at airports in Newfoundland and Labrador

    Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local and regional airports to support vibrant communities. These airports also support essential air services including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, and forest fire response.

41. The Governments of Canada and Nunatsiavut sign Memorandum of Understanding to assess feasibility of establishing a new protected area along northern Labrador coast

    Memorandum of Understanding confirms commitment to determine the feasibility of establishing an Indigenous protected area under the Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act adjacent to Torngat Mountains National Park

42. Government of Canada to announce support for 15 towns and community organizations in Western NL and along the Great Northern Peninsula

    The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will make a virtual announcement regarding support for 15 towns and community organizations in Western Newfoundland and Labrador and along the Great Northern Peninsula to help bring people back to public spaces safely.

43. Government of Canada and Nunatsiavut Government to make an important announcement regarding the northern Labrador coast

    Government of Canada and Nunatsiavut Government to make an important announcement regarding the northern Labrador coast

44. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING TO ADVANCE A PROPOSED INDIGENOUS PROTECTED AREA UNDER THE CANADA NATIONAL MARINE CONSERVATION AREAS ACT OFFSHORE TORNGAT MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK (LABRADOR)

    The Governments of Canada and Nunatsiavut sign Memorandum of Understanding to assess feasibility of establishing a new protected area along northern Labrador coast.

45. Government of Canada and Nunatsiavut Government to make an important announcement regarding the northern Labrador coast

    Government of Canada and Nunatsiavut Government to make an important announcement regarding the northern Labrador coast

46. Towns of Bay Bulls, Witless Bay and Petty Harbour – Maddox Cove will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

47. Backgrounder: Towns of Bay Bulls, Witless Bay and Petty Harbour – Maddox Cove will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $549,000 in three community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

48. Government of Canada to announce support for Towns of Bay Bulls, Witless Bay and Petty Harbour – Maddox Cove

    The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for St. John’s South—Mount Pearl, will make an announcement regarding support for the towns of Bay Bulls, Witless Bay and Petty Harbour – Maddox Cove.

49. Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to benefit from historic $136 million plan to connect all remaining rural households in the province to high-speed Internet

    Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, and the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced a historic collaboration to provide up to $136 million to connect all remaining rural households in Newfoundland and Labrador to reliable high-speed Internet.

50. Newfoundland and Labrador, tax-filing season starts today!

    The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Newfoundland and Labrador get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.