Provincial Government Continues Investment in Road Infrastructure in “Road to the Isles” Area
Road work continues to roll out as the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister of Transportation and Works, announced the latest tender call today. Several sections of roads in Lewisporte and The Isles of Notre Dame will see upgrading and paving work carried out as part of this year’s Provincial Roads Improvement Program. // Share|
>> Read MoreMinister Announces Funding for Community Heritage Organization
The Provincial Government continues to support and promote Newfoundland and Labrador’ s cultural heritage through the provision of operational support to community-based heritage organizations throughout the province. The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, today announced $821,035 in operational funding for 115 heritage organizations, approved under the Cultural Economic Development Program (CEDP). [...]
>> Read MoreTwillingate Benefits from Investment in Recreation Infrastructure
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, was in Torbay today to announce that, through the 2009 Community Capital Grant Program (CCGP), $559,900 has been allocated to support renovations and upgrades to recreation and sports infrastructure in 41 communities throughout the province. “By investing in our infrastructure, we are fulfilling one of [...]
>> Read MorePremier Announces Changes to Cabinet
In keeping with the Throne Speech commitment for the creation of a new government department dedicated to children, youth and families, the Honourable Danny Williams, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced the appointment of a new Cabinet minister to lead that department. A new Minister of Education was also announced as the Provincial Government [...]
>> Read MoreProvincial Government Supports Cultural Tourism in Change Islands
The Stages and Stores Heritage Foundation, Inc. in Change Islands is receiving $26,750 from the Provincial Government to form a knitting économusée. This initiative combines tourism with knowledge of traditional knitting techniques to demonstrate an indigenous craft to visitors seeking an interactive cultural experience. “The Provincial Government has taken an active role in working with [...]
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