Changes came into effect January 1st and include $100 for eye examinations, $290 for single vision eyeglasses and $350 for bifocals.
People in receipt of long-term care and community support services now qualify for an increase in vision care benefits. Changes came into effect January 1st and include $100 for eye examinations, $290 for single vision eyeglasses and $350 for bifocals. Clients can contact their financial assessment officer for more information on accessing benefits.
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Tragic news this week
Premier Tony Wakeham, , on behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, extends heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of two fish harvesters, who lost their life in a tragic incident off Harbour Round on the Baie Verte Peninsula.
NL'S most active community
Stephenville has been named Newfoundland and Labrador’s Most Active Community in the 2026 ParticipACTION Community Challenge
Funding to support the purchase of a fire protection vehicle and fire equipment in Pasadena
Pleaman Forsey, Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, Wednesday announced over $531,000 in funding to support the purchase of a fire protection vehicle and fire equipment.
Mountain Isle Day Park
The Day featured music including a new song written by Roxanne Abbott titled “Our Town” in celebration of the park’s opening, as well as a waterslide and a free BBQ. Mayor Erica Humber Shears hosted the opening.
St.Anthony RCMP seizes vehicle from unlicenced, uninsured, and impaired driver
Shortly after 6 pm on July 20, RCMP officers conducting patrols in the East Street area of St.Anthony stopped a vehicle with an expired registration.
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