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Supporting and empowering local municipal government in Newfoundland and Labrador. MNL is a non-profit, membership-based advocacy organization. Our membership includes all incorporated municipalities in N.L.
MNL is pleased to welcome Ben Noseworthy to the team as Director of Programs. Ben is a community-minded leader who is passionate about helping build vibrant, healthy and sustainable communities here in Newfoundland and Labrador. He brings extensive municipal sector experience to his new role.
An agenda is now available for MNL's Municipal Symposium. Are you interested in or involved in the municipal sector? Join MNL and representatives from nearly 100 municipalities at the 2026 Municipal Symposium in Gander this May. https://municipalnl.ca/events/symposium26/agenda/
Happy International Women's Day! On the MNL website, we're celebrating and highlighting women in the municipal sector: https://municipalnl.ca/international-womens-day-2026/
Ahead of International Women's Day on March 8, Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador put out a call to members asking for nominations to celebrate women in the municipal sector. We're pleased to present the submissions on the MNL website.
https://municipalnl.ca/international-womens-day-2026/
Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL) is encouraged by the Provincial Government’s Throne Speech commitments to sustainable municipalities, and we look forward to continued collaboration as we work to transform promises into progress.
Full release here: https://ow.ly/vN7C50YoECV
Today MNL hosted counterparts from across Atlantic Canada to discuss shared issues and work toward solutions ahead of FCM meetings in St. John's.
Municipal council members and administrators, join your colleagues in Gander this May for the MNL Municipal Symposium. Registration is now open. https://municipalnl.ca/events/symposium26/
In preparation for International Women's Day on March 8, MNL is collecting profiles of women-identifying leaders in the municipal sector to post on the MNL website. Nominate a municipal council member or municipal administrator here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C9VRW9B
Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate!
Municipalities are responsible for roughly 60% of infrastructure, but they don't have direct access to funding to upgrade or maintain that infrastructure. Property tax is not enough to meet these needs. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/municipal-taxes-st-johns-nl-9.7092495
MNL extends its deepest sympathies to the town and residents of Tumbler Ridge, B.C. in the wake of recent violence, and to those impacted by this tragedy.
Municipal council members and administrators, join your colleagues from across the province in Gander this May for the 2026 Municipal Symposium! https://municipalnl.ca/events/symposium26/
We're thrilled to introduce the new look of MNL's website! Check it out: https://municipalnl.ca/
February is Black History Month. During Black History Month, we honour and amplify the voices of Black Canadians while celebrating their many achievements and contributions.
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Are you on MNL's mailing list? If you want to keep up to date on municipal sector news, MNL events, and more, please sign up here: http://eepurl.com/dhZrX1
Newfoundland Power and Newfoundland Labrador Hydro have issued power warnings for Saturday Jan. 24. The power grid is under pressure from cold weather and other issues. To minimize impacts, please reduce electricity use until conditions improve.
📆 Mark your calendar! The MNL Symposium is happening May 7-9 in Gander, N.L. The Conference will take place November 5-7 in St. John's, N.L. More details coming soon!
As Director of Programs, you will be central to advancing MNL's strategic priorities by shaping how programs, events, and member services are designed, delivered, and evaluated. Apply here: https://ow.ly/Napm50XS2Xu
2026 marks 75 years of Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador working to progress the municipal sector in Newfoundland and Labrador. Formed in 1951, MNL today represents and advocates for Newfoundland and Labrador's 274 municipalities, including the Inuit Community Governments of Nunatsiavut.
Happy New Year!
Did you know? MNL's Housing team has helped communities across the province access more than $54 million in funds since the Housing Capacity Building Program began in 2024.
Happy Holidays from Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador
Are you a municipal councillor or administrator? Want to be more involved with MNL? Join an MNL Advisory Committee! MNL’s Advisory Committees are volunteer groups that provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to MNL’s Board of Directors. Details here: https://municipalnl.ca/about/committees/
We were pleased to welcome the content creation team of Gale Force Wins to the 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show and AGM, Nov. 20-22. To see the collection of videos Gale Force Wins captured, check out the YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_i21kubdZSh9mLzdCP1Wn6ichvtC5Y3c
“As we look ahead, our focus remains clear: to strengthen the municipal sector, build capacity, and advocate for the resources, respect, and recognition that local governments deserve.” – Councillor Amy Coady, MNL President https://ow.ly/N9cj50XwOfP
Marc Doret, third vice president of FCM, brings greetings to begin MNL’s 2025 AGM. To see resolutions, reports and board candidates, visit municipalnl.ca/agm
At Corner Brook City Hall, we’re giving young people an opportunity to experience municipal governance through the simulated youth council meeting.
Thank you to the sponsors of the 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show and AGM