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Ministerial Statement: Minister Tibbs Provides Update on Special Assistance Grant ProgramMinisterial Statement: Minister Tibbs Provides Update on Special Assistance Grant Program

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and LabradorMay 21, 2026Newfoundland and Labrador

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The government spokesperson statement reiterates the importance of hospice care in Newfoundland and Labrador and lists facilities currently in operation.
The article reports that more than 180,000 residents of Newfoundland and Labrador will receive a one-time GST/HST top-up in their bank accounts starting Friday.

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The government spokesperson statement reiterates the importance of hospice care in Newfoundland and Labrador and lists facilities currently in operation. Health Minister Lela Evans is expected to visit the Lionel Kelland Hospice later this summer to provide details on supports for palliative and end-of-life care throughout the province.

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The article reports that more than 180,000 residents of Newfoundland and Labrador will receive a one-time GST/HST top-up in their bank accounts starting Friday. It states this payment is the final GST credit before Ottawa introduces the new Grocery Benefit in July.

Ministerial Statement: Minister Tibbs Provides Update on Special Assistance Grant ProgramMinisterial Statement: Minister Tibbs Provides Update on Special Assistance Grant Program

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