Media Advisory: Minister Petten to Make Roads Infrastructure AnnouncementMedia Advisory: Minister Petten to Make Roads Infrastructure Announcement

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is drafting a new land disposition policy for expropriated properties to improve accountability, include courtesy notifications to previous owners, and require public tenders rather than direct sales. Minister Barry Petten says the policy aims to prevent similar hardships for future families and should take effect…

The Newfoundland and Labrador government announced a $250 million highway construction plan for the 2026-2027 season, covering major highways, regional roads, and provincially-owned local roads, with previews of 2027-2028 projects across multiple highways. Transportation Minister Barry Petten said tenders for the upcoming season would be issued…

The Newfoundland and Labrador government unveiled a $250-million highway construction plan for the 2026-2027 season, with some work extending into 2027-2028, including projects on Route 230, parts of the Trans-Canada Highway, and various regional roads. Transportation Minister Barry Pettensaid the plan aims to be more efficient and cost-saving, while…