Media Releases


Ten-Year Social Housing Plan Making a Difference

The Provincial Government’s Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, which was released by the Provincial Government in August 2009 and outlines a long-term vision for social housing, was endorsed in the House of Assembly today. The endorsement came via a private members resolution that expresses support for the plan and recognizes the […]

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Misconceptions About Housing Clarified by Provincial Government

The third party demonstrated its lack of understanding of housing issues and the Provincial Government’s comprehensive set of initiatives to address them in the House of Assembly today when MHA Gerry Rogers called for the creation of a housing division and housing strategy. The Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation […]

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Marguerite’s Place Officially Opens in St. John’s

The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador today celebrated the official opening of Marguerite’s Place in St. John’s. “Our government is dedicated to helping those in need,” said the Honourable Peter Penashue, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and MP for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister […]

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Media Advisory: Ministers to Attend Opening of Marguerite’s Place

The Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, and the Honourable Joan Burke, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills, will participate in the grand opening of Marguerite’s Place tomorrow (Wednesday, February 29) at 1:00 p.m. The facility is located at 170 Cashin Avenue Extension in St. John’s. The ministers will be […]

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