MNL is pleased to welcome Newfoundland Power to our conference stage on the afternoon of Nov. 21. We are grateful that Newfoundland Power has been a supporter of MNL and the municipal sector for many years.

Today, on Remembrance Day, we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget.

MNL is pleased to announce that Premier Tony Wakeham will be our guest speaker at the MNL Conference appreciation banquet on Saturday, Nov. 22 in Corner Brook.

MNL is currently accepting nominations to recognize women and gender-diverse councillors in our sector who are making a difference in the community and inspiring other leaders. More info here: https://ow.ly/xfXz50Xo20a

MNL is improving the environmental sustainabillity of events, like the 2025 Conference, through a number of initiatives. These include reducing paper use ; the elimination of single-use bottled water ; and much more. A special thank you goes out to MMSB for being our Sustainability Sponsor.

MNL's Climate Ready NL team is in St. Paul's today at the town office. Stop by to share your climate observations and experiences!

This week, the MNL Climate Ready NL team is in the Gros Morne area for a series of open houses to talk about your observations and experiences of changes in climate and the effects of those changes. If you're in the Norris Point area today, stop by for a chat. We'd love to see you.

Thank you to the sponsors of the upcoming 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show, and AGM. Your support helps to make this event possible.

MNL extends congratulations to the incoming Provincial PC government. We look forward to working with Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs Chris Tibbs, and all of cabinet, as we continue our work to progress the municipal sector and continue building vibrant, sustainable communities.

Thank you to everyone who has registered for the 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show and AGM. The event is now sold out, but we're still accepting registrations to be placed on a waitlist. Find everything conference-related at municipalnl.ca/conference.

We're pleased to welcome Bahareh Hashemibeni to the MNL Conference stage. This practical session shares a simple playbook to design “right-sized” volunteer roles, run inclusive onboarding, and use volunteer-to-hire pathways where appropriate.

MNL is pleased to welcome Ty Smith to the stage in Corner Brook this November. Equity helps towns keep and attract residents, strengthen local business, and deepen trust with citizens. FCM

MNL is pleased to announce Cal LeGrow as a presenting sponsor for the 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show and AGM. municipalnl.ca/conference

Ahead of the 2025 provincial election, Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL) is once again calling on candidates and government to prioritize the resolution of long-standing municipal infrastructure, public safety, and economic development issues. municipalnl.ca/article/muni...

MNL is seeking a Regional Housing Capacity-Building Officer. This position is pivotal in fostering collaboration between municipalities, non-profits, private industry and federal/provincial housing programs, to respond to the ongoing housing crisis. municipalnl.ca/about/careers/

Have you heard about the Municipal Monday podcast from Make Your Mark? Each week, Dr. Deatra Walsh chats with a guest involved in the Newfoundland and Labrador municipal sector. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in community building and local government! open.spotify.com/show/29QTOgN...

Your community needs you. Being involved in municipal council is a great way to contribute. But don't take our word for it. Listen to the replay of this episode of The Signal to hear why being involved in local government matters. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

We're thrilled to announce that Jonny Harris will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 MNL Conference, Trade Show and AGM, happening Nov 20-22 in Corner Brook. Registration is now open! municipalnl.ca/annual_event...

Did you know that municipalities can take part in a group buying plan to save money when purchasing a wide range of municipal equipment without the need to go to tender? Municipalities can purchase through Canoe Procurement Group of Canada while still benefitting local businesses.

Hospitality opportunities and possibilities for municipalities is of keen interest to council members. Craig Foley of Hospitality NL is here to inform members at the Avalon and Eastern Regional Meeting in Carbonear.

The effects of climate change are being felt by municipalities across the province: fires, storms, coastal erosion and more are directly impacting towns. A new MNL program, Climate Ready NL, aims to assist towns in dealing with these climate related events.

Municipalities are bound by provincial legislation. The new Towns and Local Service Districts Act lays out the rules towns must follow. Steve Penney of Stewart McKelvey law firm now walks us through the Act at the Avalon and Eastern Regional Meeting.

We’re in beautiful Carbonear today for the MNL Avalon and Eastern Regional Meeting for two days of municipal discussions, starting with an overview of the Make Your Mark campaign, which aims to encourage strong local leadership and community involvement.

In the wake of the recent wildfire in Small Point–Adam's Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove, Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador calls for immediate action from the Provincial and Federal Governments to address critical gaps in rural cellular service across the province. municipalnl.ca/article/mnl-...

Congratulations to incoming Premier John Hogan. We look forward to working with you and your cabinet to continue building vibrant, sustainable communities.

Municipal leaders from across the province are coming together this week in Gander for three days of learning, sharing knowledge, and networking at Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador’s 2025 Municipal Symposium: Empowering Community Leaders. municipalnl.ca/article/2025...

Congratulations to all of the elected MPs in N.L. We look forward to collectively working with you to strengthen municipalities across our province. MNL extends its sincere thanks to all who put their name forward, as well as those who supported candidates and contributed to the electoral process.

Municipal leaders, join us in Gander this May for the Municipal Symposium, where we'll be Enabling Community Leaders ow.ly/o4tK50VyhQp

Municipal SUCCESS requires federal action. In advance of the 2025 Federal Election, MNL is calling upon all candidates running in this province to prioritize municipal issues in their campaign work and to engage with municipal leaders. municipalnl.ca/federal-elec...

Today, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. MNL remains committed to progressing anti-racism work within the municipal sector.

Webinar coming up on March 26 (11 am): Growing Solutions: How Municipalities Can Strengthen Access to Food. Hosted by Josh Smee from Food First NL, part of the Tomorrow’s Towns Food Security Stream. Register: tomorrowstowns.ca/webinar/growing-solutions/

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