2 weeks ago
CFT call on Wakeham government to release records on equalization court case costs
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on the Wakeham government to tell taxpayers how much the province’s failed equalization court challenge cost taxpayers. “Taxpayers paid for this lawsuit and taxpayers deserve to know what it cost,” said Devin Drover, CTF Atlantic Director and General Counsel. “The government hired expensive outside lawyers, sued Ottawa for bigger […]
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3 weeks ago
Health minister enhances medical transportation for coastal Labrador
Health minister Lela Evans made an emotional announcement today for enhancing health care for coastal Labrador. Evans says far too often, Northern Labrador residents are not able to get out of their communities to access timely health care, leading to the loss of too many Indigenous people, much too young. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill reports.
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3 weeks ago
Finance minister hints at more affordability measures in fall fiscal update
The finance minister says new affordability measures could roll out this fall. The news came as the minister discussed this week’s meetings with the country’s finance ministers. The top issues he raised at the meetings were health care costs and equalization. NTV’s Bailey Howard has the story.
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3 weeks ago
Province’s credit rating holds steady
Newfoundland and Labrador’s credit rating is holding steady. Morningstar has confirmed the province’s long-term credit rating at “A” with a stable outlook, saying it expects the province to outperform its own budget forecasts. The agency points to stronger-than-expected resource revenues, potential development of Bay du Nord, increased federal defence spending, and a possible Hydro-Québec agreement […]
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