Provincial Government Celebrates International Women’s Day in Newfoundland and LabradorProvincial Government Celebrates International Women’s Day in Newfoundland and Labrador

The article reports that NL’s minimum wage will increase by 35 cents, but the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour says this still leaves workers far below a living wage. It cites a 2025 provincial living wage report showing regional living wages from $24.40 to $28.30 per hour, and argues that inflation-only adjustments will not close the gap…

The Provincial Indigenous Women’s Reconciliation Council met in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to discuss challenges affecting Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people, including culture, health, justice, and personal safety. Topics included overrepresentation in the justice system, intergenerational trauma, mental health, addictions, housing…

The Newfoundland and Labrador government overhauled its procurement process after false AI-generated citations appeared in two reports, including one by Deloitte Canada. New procurement forms require vendors to disclose if and how they will use AI, with the province able to audit and potentially modify or deny AI usage, and they are reviewing…

Newfoundland and Labrador says it has overhauled its procurement process to require bidders to declare if they will use artificial intelligence and to allow the province to audit that use. The changes, announced after false AI-generated citations were found in two reports, position the province as a leading example in AI guardrails for contractors.

The Yukon government marked International Women’s Day on March 8, with statements from Minister Laura Lang of the Women and Gender Equity Directorate highlighting the theme Give to Gain and the benefits of empowerment. The article notes concrete government actions, including implementing the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit+…

The article reports that on International Women’s Day 2026, government statements from the federal prime minister and BC premier acknowledge progress toward gender equality but note that more work is needed. It also highlights the federal NDP statement’s direct critique of gender inequality, and mentions reactions from Conservative Leader Poilievre and…

The article does not mention a government announcement. It reports a luncheon by Persistence Theatre for International Women’s Day, discussions about artificial intelligence, and an announcement about the future of the company.