Tag: Newfoundland and Labrador
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Winter Storm Warnings Hit Newfoundland and Labrador as Blizzard-Like Conditions Loom
Overview: A Coastal Blizzard Approaches Residents of Newfoundland and Labrador woke to alerts as Environment Canada issued winter storm warnings for much of the province. The weather system sweeping in from the Atlantic is bringing heavy snowfall, gusty winds, and conditions that could reduce visibility and create treacherous travel. The storm is expected to persist…
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Winter Storm Warnings Hit Newfoundland and Labrador as East Coast Braces for Blizzard
Overview: A Coast-to-Coast Winter Storm Much of Newfoundland and Labrador is under winter storm warnings as a powerful system sweeps along the East Coast, delivering heavy snowfall, gusty winds, and blizzard-like conditions. Environment Canada forecasts conditions that could reduce visibility, create snowdrifts, and complicate travel through Thursday afternoon and into Friday. For residents and travelers,…
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Winter Storm Warning: Newfoundland braces for blizzard conditions
Overview: Newfoundland under a winter storm warning Much of Newfoundland and Labrador is under a winter storm warning as a powerful low-pressure system pushes heavy snow, gusty winds, and blizzard-like conditions toward the Atlantic coast. Environment Canada has issued advisories for Thursday afternoon, with conditions expected to persist into Friday. Residents are urged to stay…
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Man Charged Over Severed Subsea Cable Linking Nova Scotia and Newfoundland
Charges laid in subsea cable incident between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland A man has been charged in connection with the deliberate severing of a subsea fibre optic cable that links Nova Scotia with Newfoundland and Labrador. The RCMP announced the charges, saying the investigation found the act to be intentional, but they emphasized that investigators…
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Shops Closed for Remembrance Day: What to Expect in Newfoundland and Labrador
Why Shops and Services Close on Remembrance Day Remembrance Day, observed on November 11, is a day of solemn reflection in Canada, honoring military veterans and those who have fallen in service. In Newfoundland and Labrador, as in many provinces, November 11 is treated as a Shops Closing Day. This means that most retail stores,…
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Shops Closed for Remembrance Day in Newfoundland and Labrador
What Remembrance Day Means for Newfoundland and Labrador Remembrance Day marks a national day of reflection and honor for those who served in Canada’s military. In Newfoundland and Labrador, it also triggers a Shops Closing Day, causing most retailers to shut their doors for the day. The observance affects not only stores but many public…
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Shops Closed for Remembrance Day: What It Means for Newfoundland and Labrador
Remembrance Day: A Day of Honor and Local Closures Remembrance Day is observed across Newfoundland and Labrador with solemn ceremonies, wreath-laying, and moments of silence to honor veterans and those who sacrificed for the country. In many communities, this day also brings a practical pause: shops close, municipal and provincial government offices shut down, and…
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NL Health Services Updates Masking Requirements in Health-Care Facilities
Overview of the Masking Requirement NL Health Services has issued a temporary masking mandate across all clinical areas in health-care facilities starting Monday, November 3, at 8:00 a.m. This measure aims to protect patients, healthcare workers, and visitors as health officials monitor respiratory illnesses and hospital capacity. The directive applies to inpatient wards, outpatient clinics,…
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NL Resource Projects Omitted from Fast-Tracked Initiatives
Introduction In a recent announcement, Premier John Hogan expressed optimism despite Newfoundland and Labrador’s (NL) resource projects not being included in Ottawa’s inaugural list of fast-tracked initiatives under the Building Canada Act. This decision, made public yesterday by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has caused a stir among local stakeholders and industry leaders who were hoping…
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NL Resource Projects Excluded from Fast-Tracked List
NL Resource Projects Excluded from Fast-Track Initiatives In a significant announcement yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed the first round of fast-tracked projects under the Building Canada Act. Surprisingly, no resource development projects from Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) were included in this initial list. Premier John Hogan expressed optimism despite this setback, highlighting the importance…