"A re-elected Liberal government will further expand the school lunch program to cover all Newfoundland and Labrador Pre-Kindergarden to Grade 9 students under this program by the end of the 2026-2027 school year." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Under our Liberal Government’s Poverty Reduction Plan, more than $41 million has already been directed to improving well-being and food security for our Province’s most vulnerable. This includes more than $1 million to Food First NL and other charities and organizations to support community food projects that improve food access for lower-income Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. Our government will increase funding to these organizations by $250,000." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"A re-elected Liberal Government will give parents and teachers a financial break and peace of mind by providing free school supplies for all students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, beginning in September 2026.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development will work with NLSchools and Le Conseil scolaire francophone provincial, in consultation with educators, to issue bulk requests for proposals from retailers to provide standardized school supplies for students across the province. Schools will then distribute supplies as required throughout the school year. By ordering in bulk, we will be able to keep costs low while delivering high quality supplies to every student in the province.

This will cost an additional $3 million per year, and directly helps families in Newfoundland and Labrador with the cost of living. "

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will also commit $2 million to support new Northeast Avalon integrated public transportation. This plan will seek proposals for the expansion of public transportation partnerships in the Northeast Avalon, and could be expanded around the province where there is demand." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Your Liberal team will also support seniors with access to government services through the creation of travelling Seniors Navigator Teams. These teams will travel around the province on a pre-published schedule to visit rural and remote communities, where they will set up a temporary service access point where seniors can seek guidance and assistance for provincial services in a stress-free, in-person environment without the need for computers or waiting on the phone. These Seniors Navigator Teams will help ensure seniors are receiving the benefits they are entitled to receive." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"With the new Churchill Falls MOU offering a generational opportunity for economic prosperity, it is only fair that Newfoundlanders and Labradorians should pay less for their electricity. A re-elected Liberal government will remove the provincial portion of the HST from all residential electricity bills in the Province, saving customers 10% on their bills every month." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"The Liberal Government is also committed to helping Newfoundlanders and Labradorians with the cost of gas, and cut the provincial fuel tax by 50%, saving customers 8 cents per litre every time they fill up at the pump. Today, Premier Hogan also announced that a re-elected Liberal government will make this tax cut permanent, and maintain the home heating supplement of up to $500 for residents who rely on home heating fuel." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Our Liberal team will also work closely with agricultural producers to ensure a secure supply of animal feed is available in this Province. This will decrease our reliance on outside supply chains and better insulate our farmers from the effects of climate change, such as this summer’s drought which hampered normal hay production." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"To seize the full potential of Newfoundland and Labrador’s unrivalled economic opportunities, a Liberal Government will create a Major Projects Office. Reporting directly to the Premier, it will reside within Executive Council. It will serve as the central point of contact for the federal government’s own dedicated major projects office working to ensure Newfoundland and Labrador plays a leading role in Canada’s nation building agenda.

The major projects office will also be mandated to coordinate all government departments and agencies involved in the development of provincially-designated major projects, including the Churchill Falls agreement, oil and gas projects, hydrogen development, critical minerals and mining, defence, and other transformative opportunities.

The Major Projects Office will break down silos and red tape to ensure there is a single point of provincial government coordination providing clear direction to partners and investors. It will be tasked with improving development timelines, reducing duplication, and coordinating Indigenous and community consultation."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The new Churchill Falls deal will mean almost 10,000 new jobs in the Province. In order to ensure we are prepared, a re-elected Liberal Government will establish a dedicated, comprehensive Churchill Falls Jobs Plan. We will ensure benefits for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador are maximized, including preparing the workforce through education and skills training. The Major Projects Office will be responsible for collection of labour market data, supply and demand mapping and educational and training program preparedness. Working closely with Memorial University, the College of the North Atlantic and other training institutions, we will develop sufficient spaces in key programs." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Liberal government will also support proponents and partners through the creation of a digital recruitment platform. This would work to simplify talent pool development and mobility while supporting continuous workforce planning. It would provide prospective employees considering Newfoundland and Labrador with a one stop registry of opportunities and direct links to employers." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Gull Island project already has legally-protected jobs and benefits priorities for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. The hiring protocol prioritizes – in order – members of Innu Nation, residents of Labrador, residents of Newfoundland, and then residents of Canada.

A re-elected Liberal Government commits to a similar hiring preference for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for the new construction projects in the MOU, including upgrades and expansions to the existing Churchill Falls power plant, as well as new transmission lines."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"Our strategy will ensure the workforce is ready, local businesses are prepared, and appropriate housing, health care, public safety, transportation and education services are in place. As we continue to correct the mistakes of Muskrat Falls, we will ensure the region is positioned to take advantage of the potential. With a truly community-centred, and proactive, approach we can corral the influx of jobs, opportunity, and money, in a manner that ensures long-term maximum benefit for local and Indigenous communities.

As a key feature of this strategy, a re-elected Liberal Government will establish a Labrador Community Engagement Committee to provide a collaborative forum focused on the social and economic impacts related to the development on the Churchill River and other resulting industrial growth arising from the increased power capacity for Labrador.

The Committee, composed of regional community members, project partners, and representatives from relevant government departments, will share information, proactively create solutions, approaches and strategies to prepare communities for impacts that may emerge as a result of tremendous opportunities.

Through meaningful dialogue and strong partnerships, the Committee will identify the priorities and expectations of Labrador communities, and consider the region’s diverse needs and perspectives, including those of our Indigenous partners.

This strategy will also feature continued direct engagement with Indigenous leadership, municipalities and other key stakeholders.

The MOU has transformative power, providing benefits to all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for decades, and this strategy will help ensure we are prepared to make the most of this incredible opportunity. With real momentum, energy, and leadership, the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador is embracing our province’s tremendous opportunities to deliver a stronger future for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"While in Labrador West today, Premier John Hogan, KC, leader of the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced his commitment to seniors housing development and a new transmission line from Churchill Falls to Labrador West.

A re-elected Liberal Government will work with industry and NL Hydro to build a transmission line to support industrial, commercial and housing development in the region. This line will transmit electricity that Newfoundland and Labrador will gain from Churchill Falls and the new hydro developments through the new MOU with Hydro Quebec. Labrador has an abundance of natural resources and a highly skilled workforce. The communities have been home to large-scale mining operations for decades, and there is significant opportunity for further growth and development. Potential expansion of operations at the Iron Ore Company of Canada and Tacora, possible developments at Kami Project, and an undeveloped iron ore deposit at Julienne Lake, provide promise for economic stability in the region.

Right now, these opportunities cannot all become reality because they require more electricity – power that is currently unavailable in Labrador West.

The new Churchill Falls MOU empowers Newfoundland and Labrador to take back control of our energy and benefit from our resources, without financial risk. With access to more power from the existing Churchill Falls plant and increased capacity from new developments, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro will increase available power from 525MW to 1,990 MW, which is almost four times the capacity it has today.

This allows Labrador West to meet its full potential and is critical to the future success of the communities. This region is already a driving force in Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy, strengthening Labrador West’s industry and communities will benefit the entire province."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will also commit $2 million to support new Northeast Avalon integrated public transportation. This plan will seek proposals for the expansion of public transportation partnerships in the Northeast Avalon, and could be expanded around the province where there is demand." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Hogan government will also create a Food Waste Diversion Strategy with the goal of diverting 90% or more of grocery food waste from landfills by ensuring that it is either donated to food banks and those in need, repurposed as animal feed, or composted depending on the specific product." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"To confirm this appreciation, we will introduce legislation to establish standardized reimbursement and compensation guidelines to ensure that volunteer firefighters, search and rescue members, and service organizations involved in large-scale designated emergencies receive fair compensation for their equipment, time and efforts." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will procure a heavy lift helicopter to ensure availability throughout the fire season. These aircraft played a crucial role in this season’s efforts, and we will also explore usage of the heavy lift helicopters for other emergencies." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"This summer’s wildfires also demonstrated the importance of having mobile incident command trailers to provide planning and communications facilities in rural areas. A Liberal government will therefore also purchase mobile incident command trailers that will be pre-deployed around the province, ready to respond on a moment’s notice." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Finally, we will establish a new Provincial Meritorious Service Medal to honour those volunteers and emergency services personnel who make exceptional contributions during times of crisis." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal Government will give parents and teachers a financial break and peace of mind by providing free school supplies for all students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, beginning in September 2026.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development will work with NLSchools and Le Conseil scolaire francophone provincial, in consultation with educators, to issue bulk requests for proposals from retailers to provide standardized school supplies for students across the province. Schools will then distribute supplies as required throughout the school year. By ordering in bulk, we will be able to keep costs low while delivering high quality supplies to every student in the province.

This will cost an additional $3 million per year, and directly helps families in Newfoundland and Labrador with the cost of living. "

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will further expand the school lunch program to cover all Newfoundland and Labrador Pre-Kindergarden to Grade 9 students under this program by the end of the 2026-2027 school year." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will further expand the school lunch program to cover all Newfoundland and Labrador Pre-Kindergarden to Grade 9 students under this program by the end of the 2026-2027 school year." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal Government will continue to increase investment in our family care teams to increase the number of patients connected to primary care to 155,000 by the end of next year. We are committed to opening 14 more family care teams across the province to meet the goal of 35 family care teams envisioned by the Health Accord." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"That’s why a re-elected Liberal government will introduce 10 new Mobile Primary Care Teams, with the first one starting in central Newfoundland. These Mobile Primary Care Teams will travel to rural communities in the region with the specific goal of providing in-person care to those without a primary care provider. The services and care this team will provide will be the same as you would normally expect to receive from a family physician.

The first team will be made up of a doctor and a registered nurse who will travel on a regular schedule in Cottrell’s Cove/Fortune Harbour, Point Leamington and Leading Tickles for in-person appointments.

This model will be replicated throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, increasing direct, in-person access to primary care for rural and remote residents." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will establish a dedicated crown corporation tasked with health professional recruitment, retention, and workforce planning.

This organization will work directly with NLHS, provincial and federal government departments, as well as labour organizations and licensing bodies to address vacancies across all health care disciplines. It will focus on local education and training capacities, international recruitment, credential recognition, and immigration support. Wraparound settlement support will also be coordinated – ensuring housing needs, spousal employment assistance and community integration. This strategy will be informed by the health human resources plan, as well as the core staffing review currently underway."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"To support our next generation of nurses and provide them certainty, we will cover the costs of tuition associated with all practicum courses for Newfoundland and Labrador nursing students. This will reduce the costs associated with studying for future nurses who sign a two-year return to service agreement. This will apply to those studying for RN, LPN and NP licensure, and we will work with other high-demand health professions to ensure they are supported in their studies as well." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"This year, we offered all nursing students a full-time permanent position in the province. We will continue this with a commitment to offer all graduating nurses full-time permanent positions in Newfoundland and Labrador." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Building from the success of pilot projects, a re-elected Liberal Government will also introduce a permanent travel locum program that will benefit all regions of the province. This will help address nursing shortages and improve access to care in rural, remote, and underserved communities." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Our government will also establish an Independent Health Sector Safety Council to provide oversight to protect health care workers and patients." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also create an independent standalone monitoring and licensing body, to monitor Long Term Care and Personal Care Homes for compliance with operational standards, investigate complaints, and impose sanctions for non-compliance. This will ensure seniors receive consistent, quality care throughout the province." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will engage the Federal Government to negotiate a funding agreement to join the national pharmacare program." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Building from the success of pilot projects, a re-elected Liberal Government will also introduce a permanent travel locum program that will benefit all regions of the province. This will help address nursing shortages and improve access to care in rural, remote, and underserved communities." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"That’s why a re-elected Liberal government will introduce 10 new Mobile Primary Care Teams, with the first one starting in central Newfoundland. These Mobile Primary Care Teams will travel to rural communities in the region with the specific goal of providing in-person care to those without a primary care provider. The services and care this team will provide will be the same as you would normally expect to receive from a family physician.

The first team will be made up of a doctor and a registered nurse who will travel on a regular schedule in Cottrell’s Cove/Fortune Harbour, Point Leamington and Leading Tickles for in-person appointments.

This model will be replicated throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, increasing direct, in-person access to primary care for rural and remote residents." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Through the Agriculture Sector Work Plan, the Liberal Government worked with farmers and fish harvesters to increase food security to 20 percent since 2015. A re-elected Liberal government will establish a cross-sectoral working group with industry and other community partners with the goal to further increase food security." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"Our Liberal team will also work closely with agricultural producers to ensure a secure supply of animal feed is available in this Province. This will decrease our reliance on outside supply chains and better insulate our farmers from the effects of climate change, such as this summer’s drought which hampered normal hay production." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"To seize the full potential of Newfoundland and Labrador’s unrivalled economic opportunities, a Liberal Government will create a Major Projects Office. Reporting directly to the Premier, it will reside within Executive Council. It will serve as the central point of contact for the federal government’s own dedicated major projects office working to ensure Newfoundland and Labrador plays a leading role in Canada’s nation building agenda.

The major projects office will also be mandated to coordinate all government departments and agencies involved in the development of provincially-designated major projects, including the Churchill Falls agreement, oil and gas projects, hydrogen development, critical minerals and mining, defence, and other transformative opportunities.

The Major Projects Office will break down silos and red tape to ensure there is a single point of provincial government coordination providing clear direction to partners and investors. It will be tasked with improving development timelines, reducing duplication, and coordinating Indigenous and community consultation."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The new Churchill Falls deal will mean almost 10,000 new jobs in the Province. In order to ensure we are prepared, a re-elected Liberal Government will establish a dedicated, comprehensive Churchill Falls Jobs Plan. We will ensure benefits for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador are maximized, including preparing the workforce through education and skills training. The Major Projects Office will be responsible for collection of labour market data, supply and demand mapping and educational and training program preparedness. Working closely with Memorial University, the College of the North Atlantic and other training institutions, we will develop sufficient spaces in key programs." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Liberal government will also support proponents and partners through the creation of a digital recruitment platform. This would work to simplify talent pool development and mobility while supporting continuous workforce planning. It would provide prospective employees considering Newfoundland and Labrador with a one stop registry of opportunities and direct links to employers." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Gull Island project already has legally-protected jobs and benefits priorities for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. The hiring protocol prioritizes – in order – members of Innu Nation, residents of Labrador, residents of Newfoundland, and then residents of Canada.

A re-elected Liberal Government commits to a similar hiring preference for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for the new construction projects in the MOU, including upgrades and expansions to the existing Churchill Falls power plant, as well as new transmission lines."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"A re-elected Liberal Government will give parents and teachers a financial break and peace of mind by providing free school supplies for all students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, beginning in September 2026.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development will work with NLSchools and Le Conseil scolaire francophone provincial, in consultation with educators, to issue bulk requests for proposals from retailers to provide standardized school supplies for students across the province. Schools will then distribute supplies as required throughout the school year. By ordering in bulk, we will be able to keep costs low while delivering high quality supplies to every student in the province.

This will cost an additional $3 million per year, and directly helps families in Newfoundland and Labrador with the cost of living. "

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We expand the use of location monitoring equipment for individuals out on bail or with release conditions to enforce court conditions and deter repeat offences." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will also create a joint RNC/RCMP Crime Reduction Unit solely to conduct targeted compliance checks across the Province for individuals under court conditions." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Hogan government will further improve the Crown lands process by expediting approvals for land and titles that lawyers have already certified as legitimate. We will work with the Law Society to establish title standards. In short, this means reduced red tape and an easier process." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also expand the Primary Residence Land Title Program beyond primary residences, including to allow eligibility for secondary residences. This allows Newfoundlanders and Labradorians without the clear title required for a Crown Grant the ability to obtain a quitclaim deed." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Further, a re-elected Liberal Government will review its Crown Lands inventory to identify areas of the Province for new development opportunities. This will include Requests for Proposals for housing developments in high-demand areas, as well as increased draws for cabin development. Crown Lands in our Province is an opportunity to address the pressing need for housing and we must take advantage." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also create a provincial Victims of Crime Support Unit, and expand the Intimate Partner Violence Team to further help victims process trauma, access mental health support, understand their rights and navigate the justice system. This will include dedicated supports for victims attempting to obtain peace bonds." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"The Special Assistance Grant Program provides financial aid to support communities and related organizations in response to emergencies related to health and/or a life safety nature, as well as assistance to communities experiencing financial difficulties, and special initiatives involving municipalities, local service district committees or other entities.

Our Liberal Government will increase this fund by $3 million, aimed at assisting municipalities in emerging priority areas. This includes identifying and securing emergency shelter capacity within municipal facilities and community spaces during climate-related emergencies, such as wildfires, floods, and hurricanes."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also formalize a prioritization stream for Special Assistance Grants for communities facing immediate water issues, and increase the amounts allowable for this purpose. We understand communities face challenges addressing urgent system issues, and need funds quickly to ensure water supply." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal Government is committing to hiring 90 new RNC officers by 2030 to reach and maintain the Canadian police to population ratio. To achieve this, we will immediately increase the subsidization of police training costs, granting each new Royal Newfoundland Constabulary recruit a $20,000 bursary toward the completion of a Police Science (Cadet) Certificate at the Atlantic Police Academy in PEI. This grant will be contingent upon a three-year return to service agreement. We will also work with the Atlantic Police Institute to increase its capacity to train recruits to work in Newfoundland and Labrador." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Our government will re-negotiate the contract policing agreement with the RCMP to ensure that they deploy 30 additional officers and conduct more frequent patrols to better address crime in rural and remote regions of the Province." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A Liberal government will provide additional funding to municipalities to hire and train additional municipal enforcement officers, and further empower them to enforce by-laws and deter criminal behaviour." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"Further, we will increase training opportunities in Newfoundland and Labrador to remove barriers associated with out-of-province education for public safety professionals, including sheriffs, correctional officers, and municipal enforcement. This would include developing partnerships with the Atlantic Police Academy, College of the North Atlantic, and other entities to deliver this and other specialized police training (such as mental health, drug enforcement, and special constables certification)." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also increase equipment for RNC officers to assist in patrols and drug enforcement, including supporting Body Worn Cameras for RNC officers." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also introduce a Civil Forfeiture Act, similar to other provinces, to allow Police to seize property suspected of being connected to crime." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We expand the use of location monitoring equipment for individuals out on bail or with release conditions to enforce court conditions and deter repeat offences." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will also create a joint RNC/RCMP Crime Reduction Unit solely to conduct targeted compliance checks across the Province for individuals under court conditions." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We will also create a provincial Victims of Crime Support Unit, and expand the Intimate Partner Violence Team to further help victims process trauma, access mental health support, understand their rights and navigate the justice system. This will include dedicated supports for victims attempting to obtain peace bonds." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will also commit $2 million to support new Northeast Avalon integrated public transportation. This plan will seek proposals for the expansion of public transportation partnerships in the Northeast Avalon, and could be expanded around the province where there is demand." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will continue our work to address traffic and congestion in Paradise and Portugal Cove – St. Phillips by constructing a new interchange on the outer ring road to connect with Trails End Drive, and a further road connection to St. Thomas Line. These measures together will relieve pressure on Topsail Road, and allow for safer, faster commutes for residents of Topsail, Paradise and Portugal Cove – St. Philips. By helping traffic run smoothly in these communities, it in turn helps residents of Conception Bay East and beyond." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Hogan government will further expand the Community Garden Support Program to help communities and families build basic enclosed greenhouses or indoor hydroponic vegetable projects. Under this program, community gardens will be able to apply for grants of up to $1500, and individuals will be able to apply for non-repayable grants of up to $750 to purchase or build a family greenhouse and hydroponic growing materials." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03