Hope Air, a vital organization providing free travel and accommodation for patients seeking medical care outside their communities, will be celebrated on November 5th across Newfoundland and Labrador. The day recognizes the crucial role Hope Air plays in ensuring equitable healthcare access for all residents.
Unjust evictions and a lack of enforcement have plagued Newfoundland and Labrador’s housing market. A CBC investigation uncovered that the Residential Tenancies Act’s Section 51, which outlines fines for rule-breaking landlords and tenants, has not been effectively enforced due to a lack of accountability within the responsible department. As a result, private citizens like Caio De Naday Hornhardt, who was wrongfully evicted, have had to pursue legal action on their own to seek justice. The provincial government has finally acknowledged the issue and announced plans to hire a dedicated staffer to shepherd cases to court. However, no firm timelines for implementation have been provided, leaving housing advocates like Sherwin Flight cautiously optimistic. The government’s decision to revisit enforcement is seen as a positive step towards addressing the housing crisis in the province.
A group that helps people with disabilities and autism find employment in Newfoundland and Labrador has had a massive funding cut from the federal government. The recent federal budget cut $625 million from the Labour Market Development Agreement, which is used to fund community support organizations that help people find jobs. The program started in 1997. That extra money was added on top in 2017. What that means is organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador will lose out on an additional $16.5 million annually.
Uber Technologies Inc. has expanded its services to Newfoundland and Labrador, offering ridesharing throughout the Avalon Peninsula, with St. John’s as the primary service area. However, users are advised to expect extended wait times initially as the platform establishes itself and attracts more drivers. The company’s expansion to the province marks its presence in over 140 Canadian municipalities and more than 10,000 cities worldwide.
Uber Technologies Inc. has launched its ridesharing services in Newfoundland and Labrador, covering the Avalon Peninsula with St. John’s as the primary service area. Acknowledging potential wait times during the initial rollout, Uber anticipates improved reliability as more drivers join the platform. The company’s expansion to the province marks its presence in 140 Canadian municipalities and over 10,000 cities worldwide.
New Found Gold (NFGC) has agreed to acquire the Kingsway gold project from Labrador Gold (NKOSF) in an all-stock deal. The acquisition will add to New Found’s existing Queensway gold project in Newfoundland and Labrador, providing the company with additional growth potential in the region.
