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The Future Fund Act passed its third reading in the House of Assembly. The bill would remove mandatory annual contributions and limit withdrawals to preserve the fund for debt reduction and long-term fiscal sustainability, and it will receive Royal Assent after passing third reading.
A famous Canadian author living in St. John’s launched a province-wide petition after witnessing intimate partner violence, aiming to make victims feel safer. The report notes the petition’s creation as a response to the issue and includes coverage from NTV.
The RCMP in Newfoundland and Labrador will provide an update on the investigation into the 2025 Conception Bay North wildfire. Inspector Adam Palmer, Officer in Charge of Investigative Support Services, will brief local media and answer questions about the investigation.
The article notes that Newfoundland and Labrador leaders plan to be better prepared for 2026 wildfire season, citing steps such as replacing the fifth water bomber, increasing firefighter numbers, improving equipment and training for volunteer departments, and considering new fire breaks and helicopter placements. It also reports that Premier Tony…
The article reports that Newfoundland and Labrador's government plans to prepare for the 2026 wildfire season by improving equipment, training, and staffing, including hiring 50 more woodland firefighters and ensuring volunteers have appropriate gear, along with considering new fire breaks and better-locationed helicopters. It notes commitments to…
The Newfoundland and Labrador government says it supports Bill S-242, An Act Respecting National Action for the Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence (Georgina’s Law), to promote coordinated national action against intimate partner violence. The province emphasizes strong commitment to meaningful, systemic changes to reduce gender-based and family…
All three Newfoundland and Labrador political parties support Bill S-242, Georgina's Law, a federal intimate partner violence bill advancing to the House of Commons. The provincial government pledges independent action to expand family justice services, improve legal representation for survivors, and create new tools to help survivors navigate the family…
All three Newfoundland and Labrador political parties (PCs, Liberals, and NDP) support Bill S-242, known as Georgina's Law, which has passed third reading in the Senate and is headed to the House of Commons. The provincial government pledges independent actions to assist survivors, including expanding family justice services for better legal…
A Corner Brook woman is collecting signatures for a petition supporting the use of GPS-based ankle monitoring for IPV defendants released on bail, a policy advocated by the Act Now: Intimate Partner Violence Reform Committee. The group cites potential benefits observed in other provinces and urges the government to provide courts with the option of…
The article reports that the federal government will temporarily suspend the federal excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel, effective Monday, saving about 10 cents per litre on gas and 4 cents per litre on diesel until Labour Day. Premier Tony Wakeham welcomed the measure, calling it welcome relief and noting he had requested such a measure from…
The article reports that Ottawa announced a plan to cut the federal gas tax. Newfoundland and Labrador MPs sparred in the House of Commons in response to the announcement.
The Newfoundland and Labrador government pledged to rebuild Cabot Academy in Conception Bay North after it was destroyed in the Kingston wildfire, with Education Minister Paul Dinn saying there is every intention to replace the school. Parents express concern the promise may be hollow, citing unresolved issues such as catchment areas, location,…
The article reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney announced three federal byelections to be held in August in British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec, with more on the horizon as four MPs may not return in September. It mentions a discussion on Power & Politics with Éric Grenier from TheWrit.ca about the latest developments.
The Newfoundland and Labrador government says it is preparing for the upcoming wildfire season by improving equipment, building fire breaks, removing burnt vegetation, and reviewing emergency response and response times. The government also notes ongoing housing assistance for displaced residents, with the program under review, and discussions about…
The Newfoundland and Labrador government is still covering temporary housing costs for 47 people who lost their homes in the North Shore wildfires, under a program that ends March 31. Officials say the province has not announced plans to help those whose homes were destroyed with rebuilding, and they are reviewing the temporary housing program and…
The article reports that the Newfoundland and Labrador government is continuing to cover temporary housing costs for 47 people who lost their homes and are without insurance, under a program that ends March 31. It also notes that officials have not yet announced plans to help with rebuilding and are reviewing the program and potential federal help.
The Newfoundland and Labrador government is continuing to cover temporary housing costs for 47 people who lost their homes to wildfires, with the program ending on March 31 and no announced plans yet to help those who are uninsured rebuild. Finance Minister Craig Pardy says officials are discussing how the federal government might assist and Housing…
Newfoundland and Labrador’s government says it is still covering temporary housing costs for 47 people who lost their homes in the May wildfires, more than five months after the fires. Finance Minister Craig Pardy says the province wants to ensure those affected receive new homes, but details have not been worked out and discussions with the federal…
The article reports that Newfoundland and Labrador towns are encouraged to apply for the Wildfire Community Preparedness Day award, with applications closing January 31. The $500 award funds FireSmart-related projects to educate residents and increase wildfire resilience, as part of a broader government effort ahead of the 2025 wildfire season.
Summary: The article reports that Senator Tracy Muggli expresses full support for Bill S-242, An Act respecting national action for the prevention of intimate partner violence (Georgina’s Law), and urges rapid passage through the Senate. It states that the bill focuses on prevention of intimate partner violence, complements Bill C-16, and outlines a…
The article reports that on June 10, 2026, the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Forestry, Agriculture, and Lands announced changes to the Forestry Act and regulations, which came into force on June 3, 2026. It also notes the launch of a new Wildfire Prevention and Management website that provides daily wildfire risk, active fires and statistics,…
The article reports that a well-known Canadian author living in St. John’s witnessed intimate partner violence and has launched a province-wide petition to make victims feel safer. It covers the author’s action and its aim to address victim safety, as reported by NTV.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced byelections in three federal ridings—Beaches-East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi-Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver-Capilano (British Columbia)—to be held on August 31. The seats became vacant earlier in the summer for different reasons, and Elections Canada allows the earliest byelection date of August 10 and the…
The article reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney filed the writs to trigger the first three by-elections (Beaches–East York, North Vancouver–Capilano, and Chicoutimi–Le Fjord) to be held on August 31, 2026, due to resignations and a Senate appointment. It also notes Conservative calls for a written government plan on Canada–U.S. trade negotiations at…
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced by-elections in three federal ridings, including Chicoutimi–Le Fjord, to be held on August 31 with early voting August 21–24. The other two ridings are Beaches–East York and North Vancouver–Capilano, with candidates named for each party and voting details provided.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that byelections will be held in August for three electoral districts: Beaches—East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver—Capilano (B.C.), with the vote scheduled for August 31. The Liberal Party has named Tanveer Shahnawaz, Daniel Gobeil, and Braeden Caley as the nominees for Beaches—East…
The article reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney has called three federal byelections to be held on Aug. 31, including North Vancouver—Capilano, Beaches—East York, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord. It also notes that Carney has bypassed the Liberal nomination process to appoint candidates in these ridings, continuing a pattern of appointing candidates rather…
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that byelections will be held in August for three electoral districts: Beaches—East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver—Capilano (British Columbia). The polls are scheduled for August 31, with Liberal nominees Tanveer Shahnawaz, Daniel Gobeil, and Braeden Caley named to each respective seat.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that by-elections will be held on August 31 in three electoral districts: Beaches—East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver—Capilano (B.C.). The Liberal nominees named are Tanveer Shahnawaz, Daniel Gobeil, and Braeden Caley, respectively.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced three federal byelections to be held on August 31, including Beaches—East York in Toronto, Chicoutimi—Le Fjord in Quebec, and North Vancouver—Capilano in Vancouver. The Liberal Party has named Tanveer Shahnawaz as the nominee for Beaches—East York, Daniel Gobeil for Chicoutimi—Le Fjord, and Braeden Caley for North…
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced three federal byelections to be held on August 31, including Beaches—East York in Toronto. The Liberals have named Tanveer Shahnawaz as their nominee for Beaches—East York, with other nominees named for Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Daniel Gobeil) and North Vancouver—Capilano (Braeden Caley).
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that by-elections will be held on August 31, 2026, in Beaches—East York, Chicoutimi—Le Fjord, and North Vancouver—Capilano. The press release originates from the Prime Minister’s Office and is available via the National Post and pm.gc.ca.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that by-elections will be held on August 31 in three electoral districts: Beaches—East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver—Capilano (British Columbia). The Liberal nominees named are Tanveer Shahnawaz for Beaches—East York, Daniel Gobeil for Chicoutimi—Le Fjord, and Braeden Caley for…
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called three by-elections to be held on August 31 in North Vancouver–Capilano (B.C.), Beaches–East York (Ontario), and Chicoutimi–Le Fjord (Quebec). The vacancies are to replace former Liberal MPs Jonathan Wilkinson, Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, and Richard Martel (now an appointed senator), with Nominees named for each riding…
The article reports that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced by-elections will be held on Aug. 31 in three ridings: North Vancouver–Capilano (B.C.), Beaches–East York (Toronto), and Chicoutimi–Le Fjord (Quebec). The move aims to bolster the Liberals’ House of Commons majority ahead of the fall sitting, with the Liberals having named candidates for…
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that by-elections will be held on August 31, 2026, in Beaches—East York, Chicoutimi—Le Fjord, and North Vancouver—Capilano. The announcement was issued by the Prime Minister's Office and is available on pm.gc.ca.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a byelection for three ridings in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia. The move comes as the question of who controls the House looms.
The province proposes Bill 10 to amend the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act to include Temporary Earnings Loss (TEL) benefits in retirement benefit calculations, retroactive to Jan. 1, 2019. If passed, about 3,100 workers with WorkplaceNL claims could receive a one-time retirement benefit increase (average about $5,800) and more than 700…
The article reports that in March 2026 the provincial government announced agreements covering royalties, life-of-field benefits, and an option for Newfoundland and Labrador to acquire up to a 10% equity interest in Bay du Nord. The agreements include minimum provincial fabrication requirements, funding for fabrication and R&D, significant projected…
The article reports that Tony Wakeham’s government amended the Future Fund law on June 2, 2026, removing the mandatory deposit of oil royalty revenues and the requirement to lock withdrawals until 2033. It states that this change allows potential raiding of the fund to cover a projected 2026/27 deficit, with critics noting over $180 million already…
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced support for federal Bill S-242, Georgina’s Law, aimed at preventing intimate partner violence through coordinated prevention, protection, and survivor support. The province emphasized ongoing efforts like community-led prevention, trauma-informed training for justice and law enforcement, and expanded…
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that byelections will be held on August 31 for three electoral districts: Beaches—East York (Ontario), Chicoutimi—Le Fjord (Quebec), and North Vancouver—Capilano (B.C.). The Liberal party has named Tanveer Shahnawaz, Daniel Gobeil, and Braeden Caley as nominees for Beaches—East York, Chicoutimi—Le Fjord, and North…
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called three by-elections for August 31, 2026, including North Vancouver-Capilano in British Columbia, Beaches—East York in Ontario, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord in Quebec. The Liberal government currently holds a slim majority of 172 seats, with several MPs crossing the floor to join the Liberals since the 2025 general election.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced three federal byelections to be held on August 31, 2026, including North Vancouver-Capilano in British Columbia, Beaches—East York in Ontario, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord in Quebec. The North Vancouver-Capilano seat is vacant after former Liberal MP Jonathan Wilkinson became Canada's Ambassador to the European Union.
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced three federal byelections to be held on August 31, 2026, including North Vancouver–Capilano in British Columbia, Beaches—East York in Ontario, and Chicoutimi—Le Fjord in Quebec. The North Vancouver–Capilano seat became available after former Liberal MP Jonathan Wilkinson accepted Carney’s invitation to serve as…
The article reports that fuel prices in Newfoundland and Labrador dropped because of the federal suspension of the excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel, with regular gasoline down 11.5 cents per litre and diesel down 4.6 cents per litre. It notes that propane and furnace oil are exempt from the federal tax, so their prices won’t change, and that…
The article reports that Newfoundland and Labrador’s Wakeham government proposes changes to the Future Fund that would make annual contributions voluntary, potentially deferring or eliminating payments when the province is in deficit and allowing raids on the fund to pay down debt. It argues these changes would gut the fund, reduce long-term savings, and…
Quebec says it will table legislation in the coming days to allow people in relationships to learn if their partner has a history of domestic violence, modeled after Clare’s Law. The bill’s text is being finalized, with the government hoping to adopt it in the current session with opposition support, and similar laws exist in Alberta, Saskatchewan,…
The Newfoundland and Labrador government is defending a two-year initial review timeline, aiming to determine whether to re-establish a child and youth advocacy centre by fall 2027. Health and Social Supports Minister Joedy Wall says the work must be done right and not rushed, noting there is no commitment yet to reinstate the centre.