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.
Opposition leader Tony Wakeham is wondering why, after ten years, there is no commitment or timeline regarding the opening of the cancer unit at the new hospital in Corner Brook.
Although President Trump has paused the tariffs, the Greater Corner Brook Board of Trade is concerned about this tough economic time that lies ahead. President Ray Brake says the board is there to support business members
The first chartered meeting of the Fisheries seafood Roundtable yesterday morning was directly focused on U.S imposed tariffs. Byrne says the meeting went very well, given the tensions related to consequences of the tariffs.
Febuary in this province is considered Violence Prevention Month. This week's guest is Allison Caines, Violence Prevention Coordinator with the Corner Brook Status of Women's Council.