Provincial Government Announces Call for Nominations for Premier’s and Minister’s Teaching AwardsProvincial Government Announces Call for Nominations for Premier’s and Minister’s Teaching Awards

The Provincial Awards nominations for 2026 are now open, inviting nominations for individuals who promote French as a Second Language, French programs, or French-language activities. The awards ceremony will be held at Government House on Wednesday, November 4th at 3:30 p.m., with a deadline for applications on Friday, October 2, 2026.

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is seeking child care operators to serve on a new advisory panel to help shape the province’s child care system. The panel, up to 12 members representing various providers and regions, will advise the minister and department on challenges and solutions, with applications due by July 3.

Newfoundland and Labrador conducted its seventh immigration draw of 2026 on June 10, issuing 108 invitations across two programs: 89 through the NLPNP and 19 through the Atlantic Immigration Program. As of June 10, 2026, the province has issued a total of 1,487 invitations in 2026, with about 83.8% via NLPNP and 16.2% via AIP.

The article reports that the teachers union is weighing in on potential education changes announced by the government. It notes that the discussion could affect both educators and students in the near future.