Drinking water projects valued at $8.9 million are currently underway, including work on new facilities and the upgrading of water treatment infrastructure, distribution systems and feasibility studies. A number of key drinking water projects were announced this year across the […]
Advancing long-term care
In 2013, more than 20,000 Newfoundlanders and Labradorians received services through the Long-Term Care and Community Support Services Program. Guided by the Close to Home strategy, clients of the program have access to new and improved services as a result […]
Passionate about politics
(December 24, 2013) From The Compass: Zachary LeShane has been a political enthusiast since he was five years old, which has given him the opportunity to work side-by-side with the provincial Progressive Conservative caucus.
Edmonton Small Business Insurance Overview
NEWS RELEASE: For any business owner that is operating within the city of Edmonton Canada, one of the most important things that they have to consider is Edmonton small business insurance. Why is this so important? There are many reasons, and […]
Investing in early childhood learning
Parents of infants throughout Newfoundland and Labrador are now receiving early childhood learning resource kits, directly from their local public health clinic, at key points in their baby’s early development. As of September 2013, almost 11,000 kits have been distributed […]
Investments in social housing
In 2013, Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) continues to provide affordable and innovative social housing to families, seniors, and single adults with low incomes, as well as persons with disabilities and persons with complex needs. Along with 5,556 affordable […]
Investments in protection and access to justice
With significant investments in 2013, highlighted by the creation of the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit – Newfoundland and Labrador, the Provincial Government continued to make communities safer for families and children while ensuring that the justice system remains accessible […]
Health infrastructure enhancements
Ensuring access to modern and new health care facilities and equipment continues to be a priority for the Provincial Government. This is demonstrated by the more than 30 health care infrastructure projects that have been completed or are under development […]
Growth in aquaculture industry
The provincial aquaculture industry is expected to achieve record-breaking production value two years in a row, as it is projected to generate more than $180 million in 2013. In 2012, the total production value of provincial finfish and shellfish aquaculture […]
Our province is in good hands
(October 22, 2013) IN THE PRESS: From a letter published in The Telegram: “My late husband was an inveterate walker who braved all kinds of conditions and rarely missed an opportunity to cover 10 kilometres a day. On nice, sunny days, […]