Immigration spaces have now doubled in this province.
Minister Gerry Byrne says the population of this province has increased by 12 thousand in the last year, largely due to immigrants. He says the agreement with the Federal Government had to change, raising the number of spaces from 1500 to over 3000 newcomers to our province each year. Minister Byrne says immigrants are also bringing skills, like health care.
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Government and PAL Airlines announce connecting routes between Deer Lake, Gander and St. John's
The routes will run seasonally from June 15th to September 20th, operating four days per week, creating the potential for economic benefits for the tourism industry.
It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, "Volunteers Make Waves"
Corner Brook Mayor Jim Parsons says volunteers help by filling the gaps.
Bulk garbage spring clean up in Corner Brook starts tomorrow with option to drop off at Wild Cove
Proof of a city address is needed and those who use it will also be given a ticket to win a $100 gas card.
Winning lotto ticket sold at Pasadena Irving
The winning ticket is worth $64,000
Municipal Awareness is next week, celebration at the Civic Centre next Friday
Parsons says this is open to the public and there will be contests for kids, who are starting to learn what the city does.
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Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025
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