Newfoundland and Labrador

Federal and provincial investment sets the stage for a more accessible community hall in Marystown, NL (Fri, 24 Jul 2026)
St. Gabriel’s Hall will be renovated to improve accessibility and energy efficiency after investments totalling over $1.3 million from the governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador.
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The Canada Child Benefit payments increasing in 2026-2027 (Mon, 20 Jul 2026)
The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit. Approximately 47,000 families in Newfoundland and Labrador benefiting from more generous payments starting this month.
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Federal and provincial funding flows to water upgrades across central and eastern Newfoundland (Fri, 10 Jul 2026)
From Grand Falls-Windsor to Torbay, 17 essential water and wastewater projects will improve municipal services and pave the way for more homes after a joint investment of over $32.3 million from federal, provincial and municipal governments.
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Backgrounder: Federal and provincial funding flows to water upgrades across central and eastern Newfoundland (Fri, 10 Jul 2026)
The federal government is investing $13,090,992 through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) Provincial and Territorial (PT) Agreement stream to support 17 water and wastewater projects across Newfoundland. The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $12,923,612 in these projects, while municipalities are investing a total of $6,294,421.
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Polar Knowledge Canada awards $180,000 in scholarships, awards and fellowships to support early-career Northern and polar researchers (Fri, 26 Jun 2026)
Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is proud to announce support for 10 exceptional students and early-career researchers through its annual scholarship, award and fellowship programs, totaling $180,000 in funding.
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Canada and New Brunswick invest water and sewer infrastructure to support more housing in Campbellton (Wed, 24 Jun 2026)
The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at scale.
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Minister Thompson announces funds for projects in St. John’s through New Horizons for Seniors Program (Tue, 23 Jun 2026)
As the cost of living continues to rise, the Government of Canada is taking action to make life more affordable for seniors and to help them stay active and connected in their communities. Alongside direct support to ease everyday costs, the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) funds projects that keep thousands of seniors engaged in the places they call home.
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Government of Canada to announce funding to make life better for seniors in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador (Mon, 22 Jun 2026)
The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, will be in St. John’s to announce an investment to help seniors be connected and active members of their communities.
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CCOHS Forum 2026 Explores New and Emerging Risks Affecting Workplaces  (Wed, 17 Jun 2026)
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is bringing people together from across the country for Forum 2026: The Changing World of Work. This two-day national event will take place on October 28 and 29 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Northern cod quota to increase 55 per cent: Minister Thompson announces 2026 management decisions for Northern cod, Northern Gulf cod, and Northeast and south coast capelin for Newfoundland and Labrador (Fri, 12 Jun 2026)
Fishing is more than an industry in Newfoundland and Labrador—it is a way of life, deeply rooted in the history, culture, and identity of the province. For generations, Northern cod has been central to our story and the decision for Northern cod (2J3KL) will help support a year-round commercial Northern cod fishery.
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