Public Advisory: Polar Bears Still Active in Some Areas of ProvincePublic Advisory: Polar Bears Still Active in Some Areas of Province

The Newfoundland and Labrador government announced a call for offshore exploration bids off the province’s east coast, offering up to $30 million to offset drilling costs with a total offshore exploration fund of $90 million in the budget. Premier Tony Wakeham indicated this objective aims to open a new oil frontier, as part of broader support for the…

The article reports that polar bears are still active in parts of Newfoundland and Labrador due to remaining snow and ice, with sightings on the Northern Peninsula, northeast coast of the island, and southern Labrador. It also provides safety guidance for residents, including keeping garbage secured, supervising pets, traveling in groups, and steps to…