Province commits to enhanced wildfire suppression and emergency services resources for Labrador

Nature, News July 14th, 2026

The province is further enhancing wildfire suppression and emergency service resources in Labrador.

Minister Forsey made the announcement in Labrador West, joined by Labrador West MHA Joe Power, Wabush Mayor Gertie Canning, and Labrador City Mayor Jordan Brown.

To further support wildfire suppression resources in Labrador, the province will:

Continue the planning process to establish infrastructure in Wabush to support a seasonal presence for a waterbomber in Labrador West.
Provide $66,500 in fire equipment funding for fire departments in Labrador through the Fire Vehicles and Equipment Fund.
Purchase two dedicated structural protection units to be positioned in Wabush and Happy Valley-Goose Bay for use throughout Labrador.
Allocate six new wildland fire fighter positions for Labrador.
Continue to work closely with communities in Labrador to establish future Community Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation Program plans and projects. This will support $150,000 in funding already allocated for projects underway in Labrador City, Port Hope Simpson and Mary’s Harbour.

“In the past days and weeks, I have seen the resilience and cooperation of Labradorians first hand as they manage this incredibly challenging situation,” said Pleaman Forsey, Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands. “Their commitment to community and to each other is strong and unwavering. Please be assured, our government’s commitment to you and your safety is just as strong.”

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