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March 28, 2022 – MP Joanne Thompson congratulates the Master Mariners of Canada.

Government of Canada bolsters support for healthy eating among low-income households in Newfoundland and Labrador

St. John’s, N.L | Public Health Agency of Canada Healthy eating and daily physical activity play an important role in the health, well-being, and quality of life of Canadians. In recent years, the rate of fruit and vegetable consumption among youth has been decreasing; mirrored by a downward trend in physical activity and increasing obesity […]

The federal and provincial governments support creation of new affordable housing for over 130 families in St. John’s

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador | Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Bernard […]

The Government of Canada and the Canadian Cancer Society invest in research to inform policies and interventions to reduce alcohol-related harms

Ottawa, Ontario | Canadian Institutes of Health Research Alcohol is the most commonly used substance in Canada. While its consumption is legal and socially acceptable, alcohol use can lead to significant health and safety harms. In fact, recent data shows that in 2017, alcohol use has led to over 18,000 deaths and 105,000 hospitalizations in […]

Government of Canada announces affordable high-speed Internet to help connect low-income families and seniors

Ottawa, Ontario | Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Canadians need access to high-quality Internet services at affordable prices. Through the Connecting Families initiative, the Government of Canada, in partnership with 14 Internet service providers (ISP), is supporting affordable high-speed Internet for those who need it most. Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science […]

$15-a-day child care for families in Newfoundland and Labrador

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador | Employment and Social Development Canada Too many families across Canada lack access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care. That is why the Government of Canada has laid out a plan to provide families in Canada with, on average, $10-a-day child care for children under six years of […]

Government of Canada supports St. John’s International Airport with new funding for critical infrastructure projects

St. John’s | Transport Canada As Canada works towards recovery, investments in our airport infrastructure continue to be crucial to maintain safety, security, and connectivity for travellers, workers, and communities. Government of Canada investments also help ensure Canada’s aviation industry is well-positioned to recover from the impacts of the pandemic. Today, the Minister of Transport, […]

Joanne Thompson, MP for St. John’s East, calls for united support of the Bay du Nord Development Project

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador As the MP for St. John’s East and Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal Caucus Chair, I am calling for united support of the Bay du Nord Development Project along with all of my caucus colleagues. I stand in solidarity with the Newfoundland and Labrador Liberal Caucus in support of the Bay […]