Budget 2024 Makes Record Investments, Helps with Affordability, and Strengthens Finances
March 21, 2024
Today, the Honourable Siobhan Coady, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, released Budget 2024 – Transforming: Our Health. Our Economy. Our Province. In Budget 2024, the Provincial Government is focused on transforming the province’s finances, while delivering: No new taxes,…
Public Advisory: Budget 2024 To Be Delivered March 20
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,…
Applications Open for Big Game License Draw
March 5, 2024
Applications are open for the 2024-25 big game license draw. The deadline to apply is May 3, 2024. Applications for resident moose, caribou, black bear and trapper licences are available online only. Eligible hunters and trappers must have a Wildlife…
Provincial Government Continues with Lowest Provincial Tax on Gasoline in Canada
March 5, 2024
Today, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is announcing an extension of the tax reduction on gasoline and diesel until March 31, 2025. This maintains a lower price at the pump by 8.05 cents per litre (includes HST), the lowest…
Provincial Government to Build a New High School for Paradise
March 4, 2024
Today, the Provincial Government unveiled plans to build a new high school in the Town of Paradise. The school will help foster a strong sense of community spirit for the growing number of high school aged students in the town,…
Provincial Government Funds Expansion of the Clinical Harm Reduction Outreach Team
March 1, 2024
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has committed over $400,000 to expand the Clinical Harm Reduction Outreach Team. This expansion will increase access to primary health care services for people who may be vulnerable and marginalized. The Harm Reduction Outreach…
Substantial Investment to Prevent Gender-Based Violence through Outreach, Education and Awareness Initiatives
March 1, 2024
The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for the Office of Women and Gender Equality, today announced the awarding of $405,125 for nine community organizations to carry out important violence prevention work in the areas of outreach, education and awareness. The…
Applications Being Accepted for Seniors’ Social Inclusion Initiative
February 29, 2024
The Honourable Paul Pike, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, is today announcing a call for applications for the 2024-25 Seniors’ Social Inclusion Initiative. This program aligns with Provincial Government’s continued commitment to create a more inclusive and age-friendly…
Federal and Provincial Governments Sign Agreement to Support Modernization of NLHC Homes
February 28, 2024
This release is being issued on behalf of the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation: The Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada today announced a new agreement to modernize and upgrade more than 850 Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC)…
Provincial Government Applauds Expanded Access to Province; Work Continues to Attract New Routes
February 27, 2024
Air access continues to be a strategic priority for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and today the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, is applauding two new routes announced by Porter Airlines, with service from…