Ministerial Statement: Minister Evans Highlights Labrador Winter GamesMinisterial Statement: Minister Evans Highlights Labrador Winter Games

NL Health Minister Lela Evans says the new Progressive Conservative government is continuing to address the travel nurses issue left by the Liberal government, focusing on oversight, accountability, and real actions. She criticizes past Liberal spending on agency nurses, notes ongoing work with Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, and says Budget…

The article reports that Labrador City won the Labrador Cup at the 2026 Labrador Winter Games, the top prize for the team with the most points. It also notes individual recognition for Kenneth Muise as the most outstanding male athlete for Labrador West and for the overall Games.

The article reports on the Labrador Winter Games snowshoe race, highlighting its emphasis on inclusion across divisions, including men’s, women’s, 50+, and Special Olympics. It notes athletes competing in frigid conditions, with gold medals won by Rhonda Lawrence (women’s 50+) and Amy Cabot (Special Olympics), and describes broad community support and…

The article reports that the 2026 Labrador Winter Games opened in Happy Valley-Goose Bay with a large opening ceremony attended by hundreds, featuring athletes from 21 community teams and including a special Olympics contingent. It notes that the event, held every three years since 1983, combines modern sports and traditional contests, and that the torch…

Minister Lela Evans, Labrador Affairs Minister, will attend the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Labrador Winter Games in Happy Valley–Goose Bay. The opening is scheduled for Sunday at 7 p.m. at the E.J. Broomfield Arena, kicking off a week-long event featuring hundreds of athletes, volunteers, and spectators from across Labrador.