Newfoundland and Labrador

Government of Canada provides early decision on Port of Botwood Wharf Rehabilitation Project in Newfoundland and Labrador (Tue, 11 Aug 2026)
The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) assessed the Port of Botwood Wharf Rehabilitation Project, proposed to revitalize infrastructure at the Port of Botwood marine terminal, located on the north shore of the Bay of Exploits in Newfoundland and Labrador. IAAC determined the project's potential adverse effects within federal jurisdiction would be limited or addressed through other means.
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Government of Canada awards construction contract for a new Canada Revenue Agency facility in St. John’s (Mon, 10 Aug 2026)
The Government of Canada is committed to providing modern, efficient and sustainable infrastructure to support the delivery of key public services to Canadians.
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Minister Valdez announces federal support for crisis hotlines responding to gender-based violence in Newfoundland and Labrador (Tue, 04 Aug 2026)
Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), alongside the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Women and Gender Equality for Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries and Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, announced $700,000 over 5 years in renewed federal support for Newfoundland and Labrador to strengthen crisis hotline services across the province.
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Minister announces small craft harbour improvement projects on the Burin Peninsula, Newfoundland and Labrador (Sat, 01 Aug 2026)
As part of the Government of Canada’s commitment to build Canada Strong for All, today, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Canada’s Minister of Fisheries and Member of Parliament for St. John’s East announced funding to support the repair and reconstruction of the breakwater at the small craft harbour in Fortune, as well as dredging of the harbour basin at the small craft harbour in Burin, Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Minister Valdez to announce federal support for crisis hotlines responding to gender-based violence in Newfoundland and Labrador (Thu, 30 Jul 2026)
The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), alongside the Honourable Joanne Thompson, member of Parliament for St. John’s East and the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Newfoundland and Labrador, will announce renewed support for crisis hotlines responding to gender-based violence in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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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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