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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
C.B.N. area MHA says government is looking at financial assistance after wildfire
The MHA for Carbonear–Trinity–Bay de Verde says the provincial government is currently assessing the damage left behind after a wildfire in Conception Bay North last week. Steve Crocker's district includes Small Point–Adam's Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove. At least 12 houses were destroyed and about 45 structures impacted. Crocker spoke with CBC News on Monday about the government's response to the event. CBC News asked if the province plans to assist those affected by the fire with financial help. Crocker said some residents may be eligible for the federal Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program, but added that the province is in talks. "That's a conversation we will continue to have through other government departments," he said. In the meantime, Crocker is encouraging people to remove debris from their properties and to keep their grass trimmed during the warmer months to lessen the damage from any possible fires in the future. He said a fire ban in the Conception Bay North region might be helpful, because this year "is going to be very bad." But Adam's Cove residents like Pauline White have renewed their calls for improved cellular service in the area since the fire. "We had a cell phone that we couldn't use. There was no wi-fi, no cell signal. I couldn't get a hold of any of my family to let them know that we were OK. I couldn't let anybody know about the house," White told CBC News on Friday. On Monday, she said that Eastlink customers in her town were told that the company will not restore internet until May 29. CBC News has asked Eastlink for a response. The town also woke up without service from Bell on Sunday morning due to fire damage to the company's infrastructure, depleting its already spotty cellular service. Crocker — who is also the minister of industry, energy and technology — said cell service has been a longtime challenge in that region of the province. He said his department works closely with companies like Bell, but more work could be done. "Obviously it is a significant challenge," said Crocker. "And when you see circumstances like [what happened] this past week, it highlights the need." Download our free CBC News app to sign up for push alerts for CBC Newfoundland and Labrador. Click here to visit our landing page.
CBC
12-05-2025
- General
- CBC
C.B.N. area MHA says government is looking at financial assistance after wildfire
The MHA for Carbonear–Trinity–Bay de Verde says the provincial government is currently assessing the damage left behind after a wildfire in Conception Bay North last week. Steve Crocker's district includes Small Point–Adam's Cove–Blackhead–Broad Cove. At least 12 houses were destroyed and about 45 structures impacted. Crocker spoke with CBC News on Monday about the government's response to the event. CBC News asked if the province plans to assist those affected by the fire with financial help. Crocker said some residents may be eligible for the federal Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program, but added that the province is in talks. "That's a conversation we will continue to have through other government departments," he said. In the meantime, Crocker is encouraging people to remove debris from their properties and to keep their grass trimmed during the warmer months to lessen the damage from any possible fires in the future. He said a fire ban in the Conception Bay North region might be helpful, because this year "is going to be very bad." Cellular concerns But Adam's Cove residents like Pauline White have renewed their calls for improved cellular service in the area since the fire. "We had a cell phone that we couldn't use. There was no wi-fi, no cell signal. I couldn't get a hold of any of my family to let them know that we were OK. I couldn't let anybody know about the house," White told CBC News on Friday. On Monday, she said that Eastlink customers in her town were told that the company will not restore internet until May 29. CBC News has asked Eastlink for a response. The town also woke up without service from Bell on Sunday morning due to fire damage to the company's infrastructure, depleting its already spotty cellular service. Crocker — who is also the minister of industry, energy and technology — said cell service has been a longtime challenge in that region of the province. He said his department works closely with companies like Bell, but more work could be done. "Obviously it is a significant challenge," said Crocker. "And when you see circumstances like [what happened] this past week, it highlights the need."
Cision Canada
07-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Eastlink announces support for Lewin-LaFrance journey to the Olympics
HALIFAX, NS, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Eastlink announced today a four-year partnership with 49erFX sailors and sisters, Antonia and Georgia Lewin-LaFrance as they set sail for the 2028 Olympics in LA. QUOTE FROM EASTLINK: "We are thrilled to team up with the Lewin-LaFrance sisters," said Jeff Gillham, CEO Eastlink. "We share a deep connection to family and to Atlantic Canada making this partnership a natural fit. Antonia and Georgia are truly inspiring; their sailing journey as sisters and teammates reflects the power of hard work, lessons learned and never giving up. We're proud to support them and help enable them to focus on their drive to become Olympic champions. We'll be cheering them on every step of the way." QUOTE FROM LEWIN-LAFRANCE SAILING: "We're incredibly proud to be ambassadors for Eastlink, a company with deep Atlantic Canadian roots and a long-standing commitment to innovation, excellence, and community. As a family-owned business, Eastlink represents the kind of values we aspire to in our Olympic campaign — hard work, humility, and impact that extends beyond performance. Their support is a major vote of confidence in our journey toward the 2028 Olympic Games, and we're honored to carry their name as we represent Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada, and Canada on the world stage." Eastlink has been supporting young people in sport for decades, including empowering women in sport and helping to create opportunities for athletes across multiple sports at every level. This is a four-year, multi-faceted sponsorship that includes a financial contribution, in-kind services as well as ongoing marketing and promotional support. About Lewin-LaFrance Sailing: Hailing from Chester, Nova Scotia, Antonia and Georgia Lewin-LaFrance have been sailing for most of their lives and teamed up in 2018. They have become one of the fastest teams in the world and most recently won a bronze medal in the 2025 Sailing Grand Slam series in France. For more, visit Lewin-LaFrance Sailing About Eastlink: Eastlink is a proud Canadian, family-owned technology and communications company. Powered by state-of-the-art fibre optic and mobile networks and driven by its core spirit of entrepreneurialism, Eastlink delivers world-class communications services, including high speed internet, mobile, TV, phone, data services, security and smart home solutions to residential, business and public sector customers in seven provinces across Canada and Bermuda. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Eastlink shares local and regional stories on Community TV about the people, places and events that shape the communities it serves.
