84 fathers, sons, brothers, partners, and friends.
Nearly 44 years later, the weight of that loss is still felt across Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Newfoundland and Labrador
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- Premier of NL reposted
Flags at the Confederation Building will be flown at half-mast until Tuesday, February 17, out of respect for the victims of the tragic violence in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. On behalf of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, Premier Tony Wakeham extends our deepest
- Premier of NL repostedIn just 100 days, we’ve frozen tuition, restored 24-hour snow clearing, and put Newfoundland and Labrador back on the national stage. We’re focused on delivering better healthcare, lower taxes, and safer communities. This is only the beginning of our work to build a better,
00:00 - Premier of NL repostedIt was an honour to return to a gym where I once coached, now as Premier, to recognize outstanding athletes from across Newfoundland and Labrador with the Premier’s Athletic Awards. Their achievements reflect these athletes’ hard work and talent, as well as the dedication of
00:00 - Premier of NL repostedI value hearing directly from the people of our province. To ensure your message is received and handled properly, please contact me through my official channels below. As Premier: 📧 [email protected] As MHA for Stephenville–Port au Port: 📧 [email protected] 📞
- Premier of NL repostedLooking to hire students this summer? Applications are now open for the 2026 Summer Employment Program for Students, providing businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities with support to create meaningful summer jobs for young people right here in our communities. Opening
- Premier of NL repostedCongratulations to all of this year’s Premier's Athletic Award recipients! From the gym to the rink, the track to the court, these athletes remind us that success is built through discipline, teamwork, and showing up when it counts.
- Premier of NL repostedGreat to connect with my fellow Atlantic Canadian Premiers today as we work toward a stronger, more prosperous Atlantic Canada. We had important discussions about securing our fair share of investment in defence spending, new energy opportunities, and innovation. Looking
- Premier of NL repostedToday, our government was able to make an immediate $500,000 donation to the Community Food Sharing Association, with the total contribution expected to reach up to $1 million as NLC sells its remaining inventory of American liquor. This isn’t just a number on a page. It means
- Premier of NL repostedOn #HumanRightsDay, we reflect on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted in 1948 under the leadership of Eleanor Roosevelt. This historic document, a blueprint for equality and dignity, remains as relevant as ever. Let’s continue her legacy by standing up for human
- Premier of NL repostedAs we enter the final stretch of the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign, I’m asking Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to come together and support those who need it most. I’ve proclaimed December 8–14 as Salvation Army Week in Newfoundland and Labrador — a reminder of the
00:00 - Premier of NL repostedYesterday, I said Newfoundland and Labrador is back in the oil business. Today, I met with Prime Minister @MarkJCarney to make our case for recognizing Bay du Nord as a Major Project in the National Interest - a designation that would unlock jobs, investment, and opportunity for
- Premier of NL repostedSomething festive has arrived at Confederation Building.🎄 This 30 foot white spruce from Conception Bay South will be lit on December 4 during the Winter Lights Across Canada event, with more than 60,000 LED lights bringing brightness to the Prince Philip Drive area. Here’s
