Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a national design-and-build competition aimed at restoring and modernizing 24 Sussex Drive, the long-vacant official residence of Canada's prime minister. The historic property, which has served as the prime minister's official residence for more than 75 years, has fallen into critical condition after decades of deferred maintenance and remains unoccupied. Carney said the project will rehabilitate the residence while preserving its her

The RNC is currently responding to a vehicle fire on the Trans-Canada Highway in the Massey Drive area of the Corner Brook region. The highway will be closed for a short period of time while emergency crews attend the scene. There are no injuries reported. An update will be provided when the highway has reopened.

Photo: National Capital Commission Today, Prime Minister Mark Carney will announce the government’s plan to restore 24 Sussex Drive. The announcement comes at 11:00 NT. The building, the former residence of the Prime Minister of Canada, was vacated in 2015 when Justin Trudeau became prime minister and chose not to move into 24 Sussex because of the building's deteriorating condition. Trudeau moved into Rideau Cottage, situated on the grounds of Rideau Hall. In 2022, the NCC b

A 52-year-old man has been arrested after a traffic stop on Thursday afternoon near Cochrane Pond Park in St. John’s. Police suspected the male driver to be impaired. While speaking with the officer, the man became uncooperative. The suspect drove off in an attempt to get away, but police were able to follow the tire tracks to a campsite. The officer attempted to arrest the suspect, and a physical altercation ensued. After some time, the officer was able to gain control and a

ArtsNL has awarded nearly $900,000 in funding to support 87 artistic projects across Newfoundland and Labrador through its Professional Project Grants Program. The organization announced that it is investing $898,877 through the Spring 2026 intake of the program. A total of 255 applications were submitted, requesting approximately $3 million in funding. "The creativity and dedication of artists in Newfoundland and Labrador continue to inspire us," said Melanie Martin, executi