Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
The Tely 10 is on more people to do’s list, as registration sees big increase
The 97th running of the 10-mile road race is happening Sunday, June 22. The CBC’s Jeremy Eaton spoke with Tely 10 race director George Stanoev about making sure everyone has a “good experience.
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to share stories, connect with community, says educator
National Indigenous Peoples Day is on Saturday, and Ivan White, an Indigenous education specialist at Memorial University’s Office of Indigenous Affairs, says it’s an important day to share and listen to stories.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/national-indigenous-peoples-day-ivan-white-1.7566520?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Scientists question Ottawa's decision to more than double cod catch in N.L.
Scientists are voicing concerns and suprise about the Canadian government's recent decision to increase the total allowable catch of northern cod to 38,000 metric tonnes — up from 18,000 last year.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/scientists-norther-cod-quota-concerns-1.7566472?cmp=rss
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Timeline still unknown for Badger residents to return home
A wildfire is still burning out of control near the community of Badger, N.L. on Friday, while residents restlessly wait for the green light to return home.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/nl-badger-fire-june-20-1.7566623?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
The northern cod quota increase is a scientific oversight or an economic win — depending on who you ask
Federal Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson said the decision to double the total allowable catch to 38,000 metric tonnes was based on science. But one scientist disagrees. Meanwhile, other groups say it will bring jobs back. The CBC’s Todd O’Brien reports.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.6805194?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
A lot of work goes into helping evacuated Badger residents — and their pets
People in Grand Falls-Windsor have spent the last two days supporting residents of nearby Badger as they've had to flee from an out of control wildfire — both humans and animals.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/badger-fire-pets-1.7566134?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Evacuees from Badger wildfire find comfort at shelter in Grand Falls-Windsor
Almost 800 residents of Badger have fled to Grand Falls-Windsor following the wildfire in the community. Plans quickly developed to take them in at the Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium, and people from around the community have come together to help where they can. The CBC's Henrike Wilhelm reports.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.6804593?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
This Inuit drumming group keeps the beat — and tradition — alive
From pioneers to new members, Kilautiup Songuninga share a love of music, Inuit culture and connection. The CBC’s Ella Burke and Mark Cumby spoke to some members of the group in Bannerman Park in St. John’s.
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Meals still missing: N.L. parent questions timeline of government funded school lunch program
A parent who runs a volunteer lunch program at a school in eastern #Newfoundland is questioning why it's taking so long for provincial school food programs to get up and running.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/meals-still-missing-n-l-parent-questions-timeline-of-government-funded-school-lunch-program-1.7554096?cmp=rss
Weather conditions continue to improve in fight against Badger fire
The director of Newfoundland and Labrador's wildfire response program says conditions continue to improve in the fight against a large wildfire in Badger, but it's still too early to know when residents could return.
#weather #fire #safety #Badger #NewfoundlandandLabrador #News
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/weather-conditions-continue-to-improve-in-fight-against-badger-fire-1.7565922?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Global talent show in St. John’s brings hundreds of newcomers to the stage
People from all over the world broke out their best traditional fashions and put on a show for hundreds of other newcomers in St. John’s. The event, held by the Association for New Canadians, gave folks a chance to display their own culture and learn about many more.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.6804308?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Weather conditions continue to improve in fight against Badger fire
The director of #NewfoundlandandLabrador's wildfire response program says conditions continue to improve in the fight against a large wildfire in Badger, but it's still too early to know when residents could return.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/weather-conditions-continue-to-improve-in-fight-against-badger-fire-1.7565922?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
FFAW tells critics to 'stay in their lane' after Ottawa more than doubles northern cod quota
While those who work in the fishery in #NewfoundlandandLabrador celebrate Ottawa's decision to increase the northern cod quota, an environmental group says the change was motivated by politics.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/northern-cod-quota-nl-ffaw-1.7565477?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
As #canada's only 'sugar tax' ends, a study suggests it may have been effective
A new study found #NewfoundlandandLabrador's sugar tax might have had the intended effect of encouraging people to cut down on sugary drinks.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/nl-sugar-tax-study-1.7565275?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Police presence in Badger, smell of smoke lingers as fire burns 600 metres from town
The CBC’s Colleen Connors has the latest from Badger on the conditions in the town, on Day 2 of a fire evacuation order.
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Wet weather expected to help fight Badger wildfire, says N.L. fire officer
Residents fled the town Wednesday, as the wildfire grew
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/nl-badger-fire-june-19-1.7565279?cmp=rss
Source: CBC #news #newfoundlandandlabrador
Grand Falls-Windsor comes together to help people evacuating from Badger wildfire
Plans developed quickly to turn the Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium in Grand Falls-Windsor into an emergency shelter for residents of nearby Badger, who were forced to flee from a growing wildfire near their town.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/badger-gfw-evacuation-centre-1.7564957?cmp=rss
