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WorkplaceNL amends policy to cover psychological injuries caused by workplace harassment

Starting June 1, WorkplaceNL will cover psychological injury due to harassment at work. This means that workers diagnosed with a psychological injury due to harassment in the workplace may be eligible for wage-loss benefits, health care benefits and return-to-work services through the workers’ compensation system. The diagnosis must be from a physician, nurse practitioner, psychologist or psychiatrist. In the context of WorkplaceNL coverage, workplace harassment involves aggressive, intimidating or […]

June 01, 2026

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Wildfires evolving across Canada

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June 01, 2026

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Hyundai recalls more than 80,000 vehicles in Canada

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5 hours ago

Canada Post reporting a $205 million loss
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Snow, rain, fog and wind all on the radar for much of the island today
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Salmonier Nature Park open for the season
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Virtual emergency services open at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre
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3 weeks ago

RNC arrest youths for assault

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) arrested three male youth following an assault in St. John’s this week. On Tuesday, around 7:30 p.m., police responded to a report of an assault at a restaurant in the west end of St. John’s. Upon arrival, officers located an injured 19-year-old male with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. He was […]

3 weeks ago

Province doubling funding available through Homeowner Support Programs while reducing red tape

NLHC’s homeowner support programs are being improved to give more money to low-income homeowners who need repairs to their homes, and to reduce the unnecessary steps needed to do it. Homeowner support programs include the Provincial Home Repair Program (PHRP), the Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) and the Home Modification Program. Starting in Fall 2026, the first two programs will […]

3 weeks ago

Sheilagh O’Leary holding panel discussion on restorative justice

NDP MHA Sheilagh O’Leary (St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi) will be holding a panel discussion on restorative justice, bringing together community members, non-profit justice organizations, and experts in the field. This conversation will focus on how restorative approaches can strengthen our communities, support healing, and create more just and equitable systems. “We’re bringing together voices from […]

3 weeks ago

RCMP takes two vehicles off the road, suspends drivers for speeding over twice the limit

Bay St. George RCMP ticketed two young drivers, suspended their licences and seized their vehicles after observing them operating their vehicles at over twice the posted speed limit in the community of Stephenville last night. Just after 9:00 p.m. on May 6, an officer on patrol observed a driver operating their vehicle at 92 km/hr […]