2024 Snow crab management decision
Today, Fisheries and Oceans Canada announced that the 2024 Snow crab Total Allowable Catch (TAC) will be 57,568 tonnes, an increase of 5.2 per cent from last year. This decision prioritizes responsible stewardship of this resource, while also recognizing its economic importance. This decision aligns with the Precautionary Approach Framework and considers the latest scientific advice, as […]
Read moreNewhook scores twice as Canadiens beat Seattle
St. John’s native Alex Newhook had a big night for the Montreal Canadiens, scoring twice as the Habs posted a 5-1 win over Seattle. The 23-year-old scored both of his goals in the first period, his 12th and 13th of the season, bringing his point total to 24 in 43 games. In New Jersey, Dawson […]
Read moreVirtual ER Availability at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre
The emergency department at the Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre will be serviced by a virtual ER for several days this week due to human resource challenges. There will be a virtual ER from Tuesday, March 26 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. and from Thursday, March 28 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday […]
Read moreGovernment Releases Personal Health Information Act Report
On Friday, Health Minister Tom Osborne announced that the second statutory review of the Personal Health Information Act is now complete. The report outlines recommendations in the areas of privacy protections, access to health data and interoperability, data and innovation, monitoring and oversight, consent, and literacy and social license. The committee’s report is available at […]
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