Labrador Regional Meeting 2026

Welcome, Introductions, Land Acknowledgement (see above), Mental Health Moment

Participants will discuss key issues and topics they are working on in their communities.

This presentation will provide a clear overview of how property assessment and property taxation work in Newfoundland and Labrador. It is designed to give council members a practical foundation to better understand the key decision points related to assessment and taxation.

A discussion on the Canada Community‑Building Fund (CCBF) and its subcomponent, the Provincial Targeted Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) by outlining how they work, their eligibility criteria, and recent program updates. The session will showcase practical examples to illustrate how these funds may be used to support local and regional infrastructure needs. 

This time is dedicated to a roundtable discussion among colleagues, exploring the main challenges being experienced in your communities, and will be facilitated in two concurrent sessions (for council members and municipal staff). 

Consider these questions in advance: 

• How can PMA & MNL support your community in 2026?   

• What is your community’s top challenge right now?  

• What are the key operational issues in your community today?  

• What are the key governance issues facing your council?  

Join us at Amaruk Golf Club for hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and entertainment. Socialize by the fire or enjoy an evening snowshoe in the great outdoors.  

Labrador Regional Directors Debbie Hawes (MNL) and Nadine MacAuley (PMA) will report back on the key discussion points from Thursday afternoon’s roundtable discussions.

Waste management is a challenge for many municipalities. Fortunately, there are existing programs that you can avail of for services and infrastructure to reduce both the administrative and cost burdens to manage recycling for your residents and businesses. Join representatives from the Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA), Product Care, and the Atlantic Used Oil Management Association (Atlantic UOMA) to learn how these programs can help your municipality. 

Presented by Michelle Marley (Program Director, EPRA), Viviana Ramirez-Luna (NL Field Coordinator, Product Care), and Mona Rossiter (Director, NL Operations & Communications, Atlantic UOMA).

Where will your municipality be in 20 years? In 10 years? In 5 years? What are you doing to ensure your community survives the long haul? What does your Town’s Tomorrow look like?

Join this session for a thought-provoking look at Municipal Sustainability, MNL’s Tomorrow’s Towns program, and what you need to be doing today to protect your town’s future. 

Presented by Rudy Norman, Tomorrow’s Towns Program Coordinator (MNL).

Overview of municipal council committee structure, and information on best practices, liabilities, and functionality. 

Presented by Myrna Goosney, Vice President (PMA) and Rob Nolan, CEO (MNL). 

An overview of the Tourism Accommodation Tax, outlining the legislative authority, decision points, and best practices for implementation and governance. Participants will gain practical guidance on how to manage revenues transparently, compliantly, and in ways that deliver meaningful tourism outcomes. 

Presented by Craig Foley (Hospitality NL), Rob Nolan (MNL), and Darrell Smith (Department of Tourism, Culture Arts and Recreation).

This session will underscore the importance of partnerships in rural and remote areas to advance housing goals. It will also highlight some of the community organizations currently operating in the Newfoundland and Labrador housing ecosystem. 

Presented by Brian Coleman, Housing Capacity Building Officer (MNL).

Review of key discussions and challenges noted by municipalities, recap key action items, and discuss 2027 Labrador Regional Meetings locations and dates.