There are 280 volunteer fire departments across Newfoundland and Labrador, served by approximately 6,000 volunteer fire fighters.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-26 Fire Protection Vehicle and Equipment Funding Programs until the end of March. This annual funding program requires municipalities and Local Service Districts to apply yearly; previously submitted applications will not be accepted. For new vehicles, the cost-shared ratios are based on community population:
- (80/20) - less than 3,000 residents
- (70/30) - 3,000-7,000 residents
- (60/40) - greater than 7,000 residents
For used vehicles, the cost-shared ratio is 90/10, up to a maximum of $100,000. The cost-shared ratio for equipment is based upon quotes and includes portable pumps, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), cylinders, hoses, nozzles, personal protective equipment, and more. There are 280 volunteer fire departments across Newfoundland and Labrador, served by approximately 6,000 volunteer fire fighters.
Government has increased the one-time fertility subsidy by $9,000
Government is reviewing plans for harvesting from Deer Lake to Cat Arm and the whole Baie Verte Peninsula
"The Corner Brook Connects" coming to the Arts and Culture Centre next month
TCH will be closed an "undetermined time" in both directions east of Jack's Pond near the Southern Harbour exit
RCMP looking to identify suspects at break ins at cabins and campers near St. Anthony
