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8 hours ago

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Premier Wakeham to meet with Canadian premiers in P.E.I. this week; expected meeting with Quebec on Hydro development

Premier Tony Wakeham is heading to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island this week for the annual council of the federation meeting, where Canada’s premiers will gather before meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Premier Wakeham says he’ll push Newfoundland and Labrador’s priorities, including strengthening the economy, improving affordability, public safety and health care. He’ll also promote […]

July 20, 2026

News, Politics

Trump continues to threaten tariffs over smoke after sitting with PM at World Cup final

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July 20, 2026

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CFT call on Wakeham government to release records on equalization court case costs

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3 days ago

Health minister enhances medical transportation for coastal Labrador
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3 days ago

Finance minister hints at more affordability measures in fall fiscal update
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3 days ago

Province’s credit rating holds steady
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3 days ago

Premier Wakeham to atttend Council of Federation and First Ministers’ Meetings with Prime Minister Carney
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4 days ago

Provincial MHA’s paid more than double the average American state rep; according to Canadian Taxpayers Federation

Canadian provincial politicians took bigger salaries than American state representatives in 2025, according to a new report from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. “Newfoundland and Labrador MHAs are among the highest-paid politicians in North America and they’re not delivering better results,” said Devin Drover, CTF Atlantic Director. “Giving bigger paycheques to politicians doesn’t lead to better outcomes for […]

5 days ago

NDP calling for proper consultations and better communication on children’s health records

The NDP is calling for more transparency from government after what it calls an abundance of misinformation about access to children’s health information. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill has more.

6 days ago

Inside Story: Premier discusses Innu Nation, Quebec relations, and tourism minister’s speech

Premier Tony Wakeham fielded questions from reporters on a variety of issues on Tuesday.

6 days ago

Premier makes case for defence funding in Newfoundland and Labrador

Premier Tony Wakeham addressed hundreds of delegates at a major Arctic security conference in St. John’s this morning, making the case for defence funding in Newfoundland and Labrador. NTV’s Bailey Howard has the story.