"Our Liberal team will also work closely with agricultural producers to ensure a secure supply of animal feed is available in this Province. This will decrease our reliance on outside supply chains and better insulate our farmers from the effects of climate change, such as this summer’s drought which hampered normal hay production." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"Oppose federal overreach that threatens local industries. Specifically, we cannot support the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area on the South Coast, as it risks shut- ting down aquaculture operations and undermining the future of the very communities that rely on them. Our position is clear: we will not support the marine protected area because it puts the aquaculture industry at risk." — For All of Us, retrieved 2025-10-08

"We’ll establish a Future Industries Secretariat to drive industrial growth for the decades ahead – attracting the climate-focused jobs and investment of the future, and making sure Newfoundland and Labrador doesn’t get left behind in the new economy." — A Better Deal for People in Newfoundland and Labrador, retrieved 2025-09-27

"Require local community benefits agreements for all natural resource projects and public infrastructure contracts valued over $500,000. This will ensure the principal beneficiary of our resources will always be the people of our province. This will prioritize the hiring of local skilled trade workers, awarding of contracts to local companies, and opportunity for apprentices and underrepresented groups such as women, gender diverse individuals, and Indigenous workers. Projects will be required to employ a minimum of 10% apprentices. In partnership with industry and trades unions, we will work towards the benchmarks outlined by TradesNL." — For All of Us, retrieved 2025-10-08

"A PC government will also commence an immediate review of benefit agreements used on resource development projects, and revise these to ensure local benefits are a priority. Trades NL has recommended benchmarks for resource development on oil and gas projects and hydro developments in Newfoundland and Labrador. Wakeham is committed to working with union leaders to incorporate these recommendations into a modern and revised benefit agreements used for resource development projects." — pcnl.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"To seize the full potential of Newfoundland and Labrador’s unrivalled economic opportunities, a Liberal Government will create a Major Projects Office. Reporting directly to the Premier, it will reside within Executive Council. It will serve as the central point of contact for the federal government’s own dedicated major projects office working to ensure Newfoundland and Labrador plays a leading role in Canada’s nation building agenda.

The major projects office will also be mandated to coordinate all government departments and agencies involved in the development of provincially-designated major projects, including the Churchill Falls agreement, oil and gas projects, hydrogen development, critical minerals and mining, defence, and other transformative opportunities.

The Major Projects Office will break down silos and red tape to ensure there is a single point of provincial government coordination providing clear direction to partners and investors. It will be tasked with improving development timelines, reducing duplication, and coordinating Indigenous and community consultation."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The new Churchill Falls deal will mean almost 10,000 new jobs in the Province. In order to ensure we are prepared, a re-elected Liberal Government will establish a dedicated, comprehensive Churchill Falls Jobs Plan. We will ensure benefits for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador are maximized, including preparing the workforce through education and skills training. The Major Projects Office will be responsible for collection of labour market data, supply and demand mapping and educational and training program preparedness. Working closely with Memorial University, the College of the North Atlantic and other training institutions, we will develop sufficient spaces in key programs." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Liberal government will also support proponents and partners through the creation of a digital recruitment platform. This would work to simplify talent pool development and mobility while supporting continuous workforce planning. It would provide prospective employees considering Newfoundland and Labrador with a one stop registry of opportunities and direct links to employers." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"The Gull Island project already has legally-protected jobs and benefits priorities for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. The hiring protocol prioritizes – in order – members of Innu Nation, residents of Labrador, residents of Newfoundland, and then residents of Canada.

A re-elected Liberal Government commits to a similar hiring preference for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for the new construction projects in the MOU, including upgrades and expansions to the existing Churchill Falls power plant, as well as new transmission lines."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"Our strategy will ensure the workforce is ready, local businesses are prepared, and appropriate housing, health care, public safety, transportation and education services are in place. As we continue to correct the mistakes of Muskrat Falls, we will ensure the region is positioned to take advantage of the potential. With a truly community-centred, and proactive, approach we can corral the influx of jobs, opportunity, and money, in a manner that ensures long-term maximum benefit for local and Indigenous communities.

As a key feature of this strategy, a re-elected Liberal Government will establish a Labrador Community Engagement Committee to provide a collaborative forum focused on the social and economic impacts related to the development on the Churchill River and other resulting industrial growth arising from the increased power capacity for Labrador.

The Committee, composed of regional community members, project partners, and representatives from relevant government departments, will share information, proactively create solutions, approaches and strategies to prepare communities for impacts that may emerge as a result of tremendous opportunities.

Through meaningful dialogue and strong partnerships, the Committee will identify the priorities and expectations of Labrador communities, and consider the region’s diverse needs and perspectives, including those of our Indigenous partners.

This strategy will also feature continued direct engagement with Indigenous leadership, municipalities and other key stakeholders.

The MOU has transformative power, providing benefits to all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for decades, and this strategy will help ensure we are prepared to make the most of this incredible opportunity. With real momentum, energy, and leadership, the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador is embracing our province’s tremendous opportunities to deliver a stronger future for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"While in Labrador West today, Premier John Hogan, KC, leader of the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador, announced his commitment to seniors housing development and a new transmission line from Churchill Falls to Labrador West.

A re-elected Liberal Government will work with industry and NL Hydro to build a transmission line to support industrial, commercial and housing development in the region. This line will transmit electricity that Newfoundland and Labrador will gain from Churchill Falls and the new hydro developments through the new MOU with Hydro Quebec. Labrador has an abundance of natural resources and a highly skilled workforce. The communities have been home to large-scale mining operations for decades, and there is significant opportunity for further growth and development. Potential expansion of operations at the Iron Ore Company of Canada and Tacora, possible developments at Kami Project, and an undeveloped iron ore deposit at Julienne Lake, provide promise for economic stability in the region.

Right now, these opportunities cannot all become reality because they require more electricity – power that is currently unavailable in Labrador West.

The new Churchill Falls MOU empowers Newfoundland and Labrador to take back control of our energy and benefit from our resources, without financial risk. With access to more power from the existing Churchill Falls plant and increased capacity from new developments, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro will increase available power from 525MW to 1,990 MW, which is almost four times the capacity it has today.

This allows Labrador West to meet its full potential and is critical to the future success of the communities. This region is already a driving force in Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy, strengthening Labrador West’s industry and communities will benefit the entire province."

— nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"We’ll launch our Regional Transit Taskforce made up of leaders from municipalities, businesses, and communities to develop a clear plan to improve services and lower transportation costs – including better ground transit and more affordable, reliable flights between Labrador and the rest of the province." — A Better Deal for People in Newfoundland and Labrador, retrieved 2025-09-27

"A re-elected Liberal government will also commit $2 million to support new Northeast Avalon integrated public transportation. This plan will seek proposals for the expansion of public transportation partnerships in the Northeast Avalon, and could be expanded around the province where there is demand." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Hogan government will also create a Food Waste Diversion Strategy with the goal of diverting 90% or more of grocery food waste from landfills by ensuring that it is either donated to food banks and those in need, repurposed as animal feed, or composted depending on the specific product." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-03

"Provide volunteer firefighters with training and equipment to respond to floods, forest fires, medical calls, and other emergencies. The Liberals only committed to purchasing wildland coveralls for 35 volunteer fire departments; we will make sure that every volunteer fire department has the wildland coveralls they need." — pcnl.ca, retrieved 2025-10-06

"Maintain a fully operational and staffed water bomber fleet. A PC government will make re- pairs to the fifth water bomber a priority, so it can return to operation. Once repaired, it will be stationed and at the ready in Labrador." — For All of Us, retrieved 2025-10-08

"To confirm this appreciation, we will introduce legislation to establish standardized reimbursement and compensation guidelines to ensure that volunteer firefighters, search and rescue members, and service organizations involved in large-scale designated emergencies receive fair compensation for their equipment, time and efforts." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"A re-elected Liberal government will procure a heavy lift helicopter to ensure availability throughout the fire season. These aircraft played a crucial role in this season’s efforts, and we will also explore usage of the heavy lift helicopters for other emergencies." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02

"This summer’s wildfires also demonstrated the importance of having mobile incident command trailers to provide planning and communications facilities in rural areas. A Liberal government will therefore also purchase mobile incident command trailers that will be pre-deployed around the province, ready to respond on a moment’s notice." — nlliberals.ca, retrieved 2025-10-02