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2 weeks ago

Government Accepting Applications for New Wildfire Protection Program The provincial government is encouraging communities to apply for funding to develop community wildland fire r...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Government Accepting Applications for New Wildfire Protection Program” vocm.com/2026/02/26/g... - VOCM

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1 month ago

‘Nothing but blackness and darkness’: Why a Conception Bay North family moved away amid wildfire recovery Julie Hyde is missing her home in Ochre Pit Cove, destroyed by the Kingston wildfire, but her family decided moving was for the best

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Julie Hyde is missing her home in Ochre Pit Cove, destroyed by the Kingston wildfire, but her family decided moving was for the best” www.saltwire.com/newfoundland... - Saltwire/The Telegram

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1 month ago

At least 47 still in temporary homes after 2025 Newfoundland wildfires | Globalnews.ca Finance Minister Craig Pardy says the government wants to ensure anyone who lost a home in the fires will get a new one, but the province hasn't worked out the details.

ICYMI: “The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is still covering temporary housing costs for 47 people who lost their homes in a series of wildfires more than five months ago.” globalnews.ca/news/1164000... - Global News

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1 month ago

At least 47 still in temporary homes after 2025 Newfoundland wildfires | Globalnews.ca Finance Minister Craig Pardy says the government wants to ensure anyone who lost a home in the fires will get a new one, but the province hasn't worked out the details.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “At least 47 still in temporary homes after 2025 Newfoundland wildfires” globalnews.ca/news/1164000... - Global News

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1 month ago

‘We will be prepared': Government begins planning ahead of N.L.'s next wildfire season | CBC News Public Safety Minister Helen Conway Ottenheimer says the provincial government is working on new plans ahead of the upcoming wildfire season, which includes more equipment for firefighters.

“Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial government is gearing up for another summer of wildfires, and the public safety minister promises the province won’t be caught unprepared.” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC Newfoundland and Labrador

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2 months ago

Newfoundland fishers donate cod to those who lost everything in summer wildfires More than 300 pounds of cod donated by a Newfoundland fishers co-operative are en route to an area devastated by wildfires for distribution on Old Christmas Day.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR:“Newfoundland fishers donate cod to those who lost everything in summer wildfires” www.ctvnews.ca/canada/newfo... - CTV News

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3 months ago

Wildfire recovery frustrations reach boiling point with CBN’s unincorporated residents Residents in the Kingston, Western Bay, Northern Bay, and Ochre Pit Cove area say Red Cross is moving too slowly, among other complaints

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Residents in the Kingston, Western Bay, Northern Bay, and Ochre Pit Cove area say the Red Cross is moving too slowly, among other complaints” www.saltwire.com/newfoundland... - The Telegram

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3 months ago

What are fire breaks, and why is NL's forestry department considering making more of them? Firebreaks are one line of defense against wildfires, and after a devastating 2025 wildfire season in NL, the Department of Forestry, Agriculture, and Lands says it is considering adding more.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “What are fire breaks, and why is NL's forestry department considering making more of them?” www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/a... - Penticton Herald

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3 months ago

N.L. government extends financial support, temporary housing for people displaced by wildfires There will be a four-month extension to a program that sees certain households affected by wildfires get $1,000 a month if they’re staying with family or friends and $1,500 if they’re in a rental unit...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “N.L. government extends financial support, temporary housing for people displaced by wildfires” www.cbc.ca/player/play/... - CBC News

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3 months ago

Grappling with nature’s elements — floods, droughts, wildfires — is the top concern for N.L. communities At the Municipalities N.L. conference in Corner Brook, hundreds of people are coming together to talk all things local, including the newest challenges brought upon by extreme weather. The CBC’s Colle...

CORNER BROOK, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Grappling with nature’s elements — floods, droughts, wildfires — is the top concern for N.L. communities” www.cbc.ca/player/play/... - CBC News

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3 months ago

N.L. extends housing assistance for residents affected by C.B.N. wildfire | CBC News The Progressive Conservative government says it's committed to helping residents in Conception Bay North rebuild after a summer of devastating wildfires, and started by extending housing assistance fo...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “N.L. extends housing assistance for residents affected by C.B.N. wildfire” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC
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3 months ago

N.L. building firebreaks in areas hit by summer wildfires | CBC News Two contracts for firebreaks in C.B.S., Burnt Point and Salmon Cove, valued at a combined $471K, have been awarded.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “2 contracts for firebreaks in C.B.S., Burnt Point and Salmon Cove valued at a combined $471K” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC Newfoundland and Labrador

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4 months ago

‘Now someone is finally listening’: Justice department meets with CBN's disaster recovery committee Unincorporated areas in Conception Bay North have struggled with government representation; meeting with new Justice Minister bodes well

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Unincorporated areas in Conception Bay North have struggled with government representation; meeting with new Justice Minister bodes well” www.saltwire.com/newfoundland... - The Telegram

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4 months ago

‘It was a way of life’: Father and son try to move forward after business destroyed in wildfire Jim and Wayne Jacobs, who’ve spent their lives working for Jacob’s Meats in Ochre Pit Cove, were devastated when the shop that’s been in their family since the early 1900s burned down to the foundatio...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Jim and Wayne Jacobs, who’ve spent their lives working for Jacob’s Meats in Ochre Pit Cove, were devastated when the shop that’s been in their family since the early 1900s burned down to the foundation.” www.cbc.ca/player/play/... - CBC News

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4 months ago

'We were left on our own': C.B.N. residents say the RCMP didn't take their concerns seriously before the Kingston Fire Conception Bay North residents warned the RCMP about a serial arsonist weeks before the Kingston Fire burned nearly 200 homes. They say nobody listened.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Conception Bay North residents warned the RCMP about a serial arsonist weeks before the Kingston fire burned nearly 200 homes. They say nobody listened.” www.cbc.ca/newsinteract... - CBC News

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4 months ago

CTV National News: Calls for action to protect Canadians against wildfires Groups are calling on the federal government to take more action to prevent and combat wildfires. Andrew Johnson reports.

“CTV National News: Calls for action to protect Canadians against wildfires” www.ctvnews.ca/video/2025/1... - CTV National News

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4 months ago

Some North Shore residents say it's difficult to receive Red Cross wildfire payments One was denied due to her address not being listed in Google Maps, despite being evacuated

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Residents in the Conception Bay North area say they have been experiencing issues receiving the wildfire relief funding they were promised from the Canadian Red Cross…” www.saltwire.com/newfoundland... - The Telegram

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4 months ago

Scientist says climate change driving Atlantic Canada’s wildfires but forests could be managed better Atlantic Canada’s wildfires are growing and scientists say the combination of climate change and regional forest management are making things worse.

“Scientist says climate change driving Atlantic Canada’s wildfires but forests could be managed better” www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/art... - @ctvnewsatlantic.bsky.social

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5 months ago

Wildfire ravaged CBN communities want to remain top of mind for N.L.'s next government | CBC News Communities in Conception Bay North want to stay a priority for government leaders no matter which party gets elected to lead Newfoundland and Labrador next.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Wildfire ravaged CBN communities want to remain top of mind for N.L.'s next government” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC Newfoundland and Labrador

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5 months ago

Suivez la progression des feux de forêt au Canada Après deux étés dévastateurs, le Canada entame une nouvelle saison des feux de forêt. Plus de 23 millions d’hectares ont brûlé ces deux dernières années.

“Suivez la progression des feux de forêt au Canada” ici.radio-canada.ca/info/feux-de... - @iciradiocanada.bsky.social

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5 months ago

Learning lessons from Canada’s wildfire season | Globalnews.ca Governments and non-profit groups are taking time to review this year's wildfire season and the challenges posed by evacuating tens of thousands of people.

“Learning lessons from Canada’s wildfire season” globalnews.ca/news/1147529... - Global News

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5 months ago

Afraid to sleep at night: Small Point-Adam’s Cove fear for safety amid crime spike after wildfires A meeting in Small Point-Broad Cove-Blackhead-Adam’s Cove focused on safety, insurance issues in aftermath of Kingston wildfire

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Afraid to sleep at night: Small Point-Adam’s Cove fear for safety amid crime spike after wildfires” www.saltwire.com/newfoundland... - The Telegram

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5 months ago

We Stand on Guard benefit show is on ‘Once Again’ — this time for wildfire relief The We Stand on Guard Once Again benefit concert will raise funds for those affected by the province’s wildfire devastation this year. Every dollar raised for the Nov. 10 show in St. John’s will go to...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Every dollar raised for the Nov. 10 show in St. John’s will go to the Canadian Red Cross NL Wildfire Response Fund.” www.cbc.ca/player/play/... - CBC News

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5 months ago

Conception Bay Community Begins Wildfire Recovery Process The regrouping on the north shore of Conception Bay following the wildfires is getting off the ground with a c...

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“Conception Bay Community Begins Wildfire Recovery Process” vocm.com/2025/09/27/2... - @vocmnews.bsky.social

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5 months ago

Liberal leader promises tax credits, equipment to help N.L. better prepare for wildfires Liberal Leader John Hogan focused on fire on Monday — how to compensate volunteer firefighters, equipment repairs and the role Gander will play. The CBC’s Heather Gillis reports.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Liberal Leader John Hogan focused on fire on Monday — how to compensate volunteer firefighters, equipment repairs and the role Gander will play.” www.cbc.ca/player/play/... - CBC News

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6 months ago

Canada’s 2023 Wildfire Season Linked to 82,000 Deaths Worldwide | The Tyee We need to reduce our smoke exposure, says one researcher. But that’s not possible for outdoor workers.

“Canada's 2023 Wildfire Season Linked to 82,000 Deaths Worldwide” thetyee.ca/News/2025/09... - via @thetyee.ca

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6 months ago

Registration Deadline Looms for Red Cross Wildfire Funding The registration deadline for emergency financial assistance for those who had to evacuate due to a wildfire i...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “The registration deadline for emergency financial assistance for those who had to evacuate due to a wildfire is tomorrow.” vocm.com/2025/09/14/r... - @vocmnews.bsky.social

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6 months ago

N.L.'s volunteer firefighters, search and rescue members, to receive $500 for recent wildfires | CBC News The N.L. provincial government announced Saturday that it will be providing $500 to all volunteer firefighters and search and rescue crew members that responded to the recent wildfires across the prov...

“Volunteer firefighters and ground search and rescue crews who helped during Newfoundland and Labrador's unprecedented wildfires will be provided a one-time honorarium of $500.” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC Newfoundland and Labrador

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6 months ago

Government Announces Wildfire Compensation at Fire Services Convention Government has given details of an earlier commitment to provide financial compensation to people who fought t...

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR: “Government has given details of an earlier commitment to provide financial compensation to people who fought the wildfires.” vocm.com/2025/09/13/2... - VOCM

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6 months ago

Long-range PM2.5 pollution and health impacts from the 2023 Canadian wildfires - Nature A modelling study based on satellite observations, machine learning and a chemical transport model quantifies the global and regional exposure to particulate-matter pollution and the human h...

ICYMI: “Long-range PM2.5 pollution and health impacts from the 2023 Canadian wildfires” www.nature.com/articles/s41... - @nature.com

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