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    75 years since Confederation, government has plans to celebrate next year

    Tuesday, 12 December 2023 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Government will also create a 75th Anniversary of Confederation Medal to recognize Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who have made significant contributions over the past 75 years.

    Seventy-five years ago, a delegation appointed by the Commission of Government signed the Terms of Union making what was then known as Newfoundland the 10th province of Canada. Yesterday, Premier Andrew Furey announced plans to commemorate 2024 as the 75th anniversary of Confederation. The Confederation 75 Celebration Grant Program will support community activities and celebrations, and heritage or Indigenous cultural projects that commemorate the anniversary. Details about the program will be released early in the new year.  Government will also create a 75th Anniversary of Confederation Medal to recognize Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who have made significant contributions over the past 75 years. The medals will be awarded to residents in each electoral district throughout the province. In addition, a special Confederation 75 Scholarship will be created. The scholarship will be awarded to 75 Grade 12 students. Passenger vehicles, light trucks, pick-up trucks, trailers and antique autos that are registered for the first time in the province in 2024, between January 1 and December 31st, will receive a licence plate bearing the Confederation 75 logo. Anyone who would like to have a Confederation 75 licence plate can purchase one for $30 or $13 for individuals 65 years of age or older. Current plates that are peeling due to manufacturer defects can be exchanged for a plate, free-of-charge.

     

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