2 years ago
Historic Newfoundland church named finalist for ‘The Next Great Save’ competition
A historic church in Aguathuna on the West Coast is one of 12 finalists for the Next Great Save competition, which empowers communities to save heritage places. The Next Great Save competition is a chance to advocate for heritage structures across Canada and win a cash prize to make projects a reality. Finalists were selected […]
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2 years ago
Applications open for the Safe, Caring and Inclusive School Bursary for high school seniors
Applications are now being accepted for the Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools Graduating Student Leadership Bursary. The bursary awards a $500 tuition voucher for post-secondary education to graduating students who have shown leadership in establishing and maintaining safe, caring and inclusive school communities. The Provincial Government awards up to 15 Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools […]
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2 years ago
Innu inquiry formal hearings postponed due to recent tragedies in the community
Formal hearings in the Inquiry Respecting the Treatment, Experiences and Outcomes of Innu in the Child Protection System have been postponed because of recent tragedies in the community. The formal hearings were scheduled for April 15-19, in Sheshatshiu. The commissioners said in a news release on Saturday that they are committed to the principle that […]
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2 years ago
Province moves forward to replace ancient St. John’s prison
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has concluded the Request for Qualifications process for the replacement of Her Majesty’s Penitentiary. The Request for Qualifications closed on Feb. 16 with one submission. New Avalon Corrections Partners has been deemed qualified to continue the procurement. The private sector partnership is led by Plenary Americas and PCL Investments. […]
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