The Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development broke down highlights of Budget 2023 in the house of assembly today.
John Abott detailed how government intends to spend $140 million on affordable housing. . He says $70 million will be spent over three years for a new Affordable Housing Program, to construct over 850 rental homes. $25 million will go towards emergency shelters and transition homes. $17 million will be used for the repair of provincial social housing. $10 million in grants will be available for low income homeowners and $30 million is headed for a services hub for homeless in the Happy Valley – Goose Bay area.
No buildings or equipment damaged during an overnight fire at Wildcove and a water bomber is on the scene
Fire ban in effect in Corner Brook until further notice
RNC handing out tickets and adding enforcement in a construction zone near Steady Brook
“March for Atlantic Salmon” at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook on Sunday
Crews continue to work on hot spots after an overnight fire at Wildcove and air quality advisories have been issued
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