2 years ago
Governor General of Canada pays respects to unknown soldier during visit to province
The Governor General of Canada, Mary Simon made her first official visit to the province this weekend as part of her objective to visit each province and territory across the country. This morning, Governor General Simon visited the Confederation building to pay her respects to the unknown soldier. She was greeted by provincial dignitaries, including Lieutenant […]
Read more
2 years ago
Labrador Innu purchase all shares of the Harbour Grace Shrimp Company
Innu Development Limited Partnership CEO Gregory Rich has announced that the Labrador Innu fishing company, Ueushuk Fisheries Limited, purchased all of the shares of the Harbour Grace Shrimp Company. This purchase will provide access to the offshore shrimp fishery through ownership of one of the seventeen offshore licenses. In addition, Innu will also have greater […]
Read more
2 years ago
Inflation increases last month
Inflation went up slightly in May. The rate went from 2.7 per cent to 2.9 per cent. Statistics Canada said the increase was due to higher prices for services. Faster price growth for services was led by cellular services, travel tours, rent and air transportation. Prices for food purchased from stores increased by 1.5 per […]
Read more
2 years ago
Canada Day Celebrations in St. John’s
The City of St. John’s has announced Canada Day activities that will take place on July 1. There will be a Sunrise Celebration at 6:00 a.m. on Signal Hill. A free Metrobus Shuttle will bring attendees from the Signal Hill Visitor Centre up to Cabot Tower. There will be a Family Fun and Entertainment event […]
Read more