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N.L. Hydro fined $100K for safety violation in 2023 fatal electrocution of worker Original
Nfld. & Labrador·New Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro has pleaded guilty to one count of breaching provincial occupational health and safety laws, in relation to the death of a worker more than three years ago. Company pleaded guilty to 1 count under OHS law; 8 others withdrawn Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Oct 28, 2026 11:05 AM EDT | Last Updated: 18 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 2 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology.
Tony Humby sexual violence trial finally ends, as lawyers clash over delays
Nfld. & Labrador·New A judge will now decide whether Humby is guilty — and whether he will walk away a free man regardless, because the trial proceedings took too long. Defence filed Jordan application seeking to have charges tossed Rob Antle, Ryan Cooke · CBC News · Posted: Sep 25, 2026 4:46 PM EDT | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
N.L. spent $1.1M on forensic audit of travel nurse agency payments, findings remain off limits to public
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC INVESTIGATES Newfoundland and Labrador health officials are keeping details of an external forensic audit of payments made to a travel nursing agency under wraps — at least for now. Province mum on potential next steps in relation to Canadian Health Labs Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: September 14 Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
Travel nurse agency sues N.L. health authority over info release, contract bid results
Nfld. & Labrador·New A medical staffing agency has sued Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, claiming officials wrongly released material under access-to-information laws and treated the company unfairly when it applied for contracts.
Town of Stephenville reaches tax deal with new airport owner
Nfld. & Labrador·New Stephenville council and the new owner of the airport in the town have reached a deal on past unpaid taxes, with the first installment already landing on the municipal ledger. Mayor says initial cheque cut for $250K, with more payments expected Patrick Butler, Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: 14 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology.
Arrest first, charge later: how Jordan timelines have affected some complex RCMP probes
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC Investigates Police who investigate serious and organized crime say they've changed the way they do business in order to get criminal cases to trial on time. Leader of Atlantic unit explains impact of 'huge amount' of evidence to disclose Ariana Kelland, Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jun 29, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: 8 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 6 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology.
Why the wait? Delays in disclosure of evidence repeatedly flagged in N.L. Jordan cases
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC Investigates An analysis of cases impacted by R. v. Jordan shows that one of the driving factors is the delay in handing over disclosure — evidence in the case — to the defence. RNC and top prosecutor say new technology could help speed up process Ariana Kelland, Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jun 23, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: 27 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 7 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology.
N.L. cocaine case stopped after Jordan timeline exceeded by 7 days
Nfld. & Labrador·New Drug-related charges have been halted against a western Newfoundland man because the scheduled end of his trial was seven days past guidelines laid out by Canada’s top court. Sean Gibbons had been charged in relation to Project Bustle Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jun 16, 2026 1:47 PM EDT | Last Updated: 43 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
MADD says N.L. impaired driving cases being dropped after trial delays 'not surprising'
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC Investigates CBC News has identified four impaired driving cases within the last 18 months that ended due to R v. Jordan — a 2016 Supreme Court of Canada decision that ensures an accused person has the right to be tried in a timely manner.
MADD says N.L. impaired driving cases being dropped after trial delays 'not surprising'
4 hours ago TORONTO (AP) — A Canadian man accused of selling lethal substances online to people who took them to end their own lives is expected to plead guilty Friday to 14 counts of counseling or aiding suicide, his lawyer said. Kenneth Law is scheduled to appear in a Newmarket, Ontario, court to enter the …
Criminal cases lost due to missed trial deadlines 'not acceptable,' says N.L. premier
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC Investigates Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham says it's "clearly unacceptable" for criminal cases to be tossed from the court system because of trial delays. The province's justice minister now says her department will start to track them, in the wake of a CBC News investigation.
N.L. justice officials can't say how many cases are tossed after trial delays. So we tracked them
What CBC Investigates found: The Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Justice says it does not have data on how many cases have been tossed due to R v. Jordan. So CBC manually tracked court dockets, attended hearings virtually and in person, and reviewed court audio to gather our own statistics over the past year and a half. At least 24 people have had charges stayed, withdrawn or dismissed after trial proceedings exceeded Jordan timelines in the last 18 months.
N.L. justice officials can't say how many cases are tossed after trial delays. So we tracked them
17 hours ago If you know the phrase "opposites attract," then you know friendships can look many different ways. When it comes to animal besties, you'll certainly find some adorably odd pairs (like this Newfoundland and duck). For a charmingly funny and unique friendship that somehow makes a lot of sense, look …
Judge approves bid for new owner to take over Stephenville airport
Nfld. & Labrador The sale of the airport in Stephenville has been given the green light, ending the tumultuous ownership of an Ottawa businessman who made big promises that never took off. Company linked to Calgary private equity firm submitted sole offer Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.
Judge approves bid for new owner to take over Stephenville airport
Nfld. & Labrador·New The sale of the airport in Stephenville has been given the green light, ending the tumultuous ownership of an Ottawa businessman who made big promises that never took off. Company linked to Calgary private equity firm submitted sole offer Rob Antle, Troy Turner · CBC News · Posted: May 01, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: 6 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 2 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
N.L. budget focuses on affordability and spending pledges, flags ongoing fiscal woes
Nfld. & Labrador·Live Newfoundland and Labrador’s new Progressive Conservative government has unveiled the fiscal plan for its first full year in office, following through on promises made during last fall’s election but revealing grim projections for the province’s finances in the near future.
N.L. health minister calls new details of travel nurse agency billings ‘egregious’
Nfld. & Labrador·CBC Investigates Health Minister Lela Evans had some strong words about past billings by a company that provided travel nurses to the province. Lela Evans says forensic audit may result in legal action, depending on findings Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Apr 15, 2026 4:30 AM EDT | Last Updated: 3 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
N.L. watchdog flagged ‘potential billing fraud’ for travel nurse EV rentals. We have the invoices
A medical staffing agency charged taxpayers for a travel nurse to be provided with an electric vehicle rental, while simultaneously billing for the same nurse to take taxis, rent a separate car, and fly out of the province. That’s according to an analysis of invoices submitted by the agency and obtained by CBC Investigates. Canadian Health Labs (CHL) charged for that travel nurse in central Newfoundland to use the electric vehicle over a period of 175 consecutive days in 2023.
Auditor general finds social housing supports stagnated as waitlists swelled
Nfld. & Labrador·New Auditor General Denise Hanrahan has released a long-awaited report on social housing in the province — and the review is far from glowing. AG says 'everything seemed to get worse' over 4-year time frame of review Rob Antle, Ariana Kelland · CBC News · Posted: Mar 18, 2026 4:53 PM EDT | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
Sale process for Stephenville airport gets green light as judge grants receivership order
Nfld. & Labrador·New The beleaguered Stephenville airport is now on the block, after a Newfoundland and Labrador Supreme Court judge approved a plan to seek buyers for the insolvent facility. Minimum bid for interested parties will approach $6M Rob Antle, Troy Turner · CBC News · Posted: Mar 09, 2026 4:08 PM EDT | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
Tony Humby trial hits scheduled pause, as more court dates may be added
Tony Humby trial hits scheduled pause, as more court dates may be added NewRob Antle | CBC News | Posted: November 29, 2025 9:30 AM | Last Updated: Just now Crown had previously hoped to wrap up its case by end of November Image | Tony Humby Caption: Tony Humby, seen here at provincial court in St. John's in early November, is on trial for 72 charges of sexual violence involving 11 complainants. (CBC) WARNING: This article contains details of alleged sexual abuse.
Forensics take forefront at Tony Humby trial, as investigators describe gathering evidence
Forensics take forefront at Tony Humby trial, as investigators describe gathering evidence NewRob Antle, Ryan Cooke | CBC News | Posted: November 25, 2025 9:31 PM | Last Updated: Just now Defence highlights gap of 2 months between arrest and search of trailer Image | RNC on Hussey Drive Caption: In June 2023, police secured Tony Humby's property on Hussey Drive in St. John's. A forensic team spent a week executing a search warrant there.
Victims, families share raw emotion of pain and loss as Braya sentenced for safety violations
Victims, families share raw emotion of pain and loss as Braya sentenced for safety violations NewRob Antle, Troy Turner | CBC News | Posted: November 18, 2025 9:25 PM | Last Updated: Just now Company to pay $118K penalty linked to fatal flash fire at Come By Chance refinery Image | Shawn Patten and David Eaton Caption: Crown prosecutor Shawn Patten speaks with lawyer David Eaton, representing Braya, during a break in proceedings at provincial court in Clarenville on Tuesday.
Liberals holding slight edge in tight race for Newfoundland and Labrador’s next government
4 minutes ago Incumbent education minister to win seat in Virginia Waters-Pleasantville Ryan Cooke Education Minister Bernard Davis says the province has a plan to open school on time in Carbonear. (Ryan Cooke/CBC) CBC’s Decision Desk is projecting Bernard Davis will win in Virginia Waters-Pleasantville. Davis has served multiple roles in government, with the latest being minister of education and early childhood development. He’s been in government since 2015.
Polls close in Newfoundland and Labrador general election
4 minutes ago Progressive Conservatives roll into Wakeham’s headquarters Maddie Ryan I’m one of the CBC reporters following the campaign trail. I’m writing from the Progressive Conservative headquarters in Stephenville. All is still quiet here, but familiar PC faces like party vice-president and former MHA Glenn Littlejohn are making appearances in this conference room at the Days Inn. The doors opened to the public as polls closed and supporters are slowly starting to trickle inside.
N.L. spent nearly entire $22M contingency fund on 'skyrocketing' costs of kids in care
Finance Minister Siobhan Coady says there was only one transfer from a $22-million contingency fund set up to cover "unforeseen expenditures" by the Newfoundland and Labrador government in the last fiscal year. Nearly all of that cash — $21 million of the $22 million available — was transferred to again address a recurring issue that has been repeatedly flagged for nearly a decade.
Saskatchewan investor wins $2M judgment against Stephenville airport owner Carl Dymond
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Saskatchewan investor wins $2M judgment against Stephenville airport owner Carl Dymond Original
A Saskatchewan man whose financial backing helped clear the way for the sale of the Stephenville airport has won a default judgment of nearly $2 million against Ottawa businessman Carl Dymond. And now that investor wants the judgment in Newfoundland and Labrador registered in Ontario as well, as he attempts to recoup the cash.
Tony Humby trial faces more delays, as Crown frets about issue that may 'blow things up' Original
NL·New The trial of a St. John’s man facing dozens of charges of sexual violence against vulnerable youths has taken another turn, with the potential for proceedings to be held up even further. Sexual abuse case back in court on Wednesday to determine what happens next Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Mar 14, 2025 1:41 PM EDT | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago Tony Humby, 64, was escorted out of court by sheriff's officers on March 3.
'I trusted the system to handle it': N.L. justice department mum on cases tossed due to delays
Colby Leamon had lost a close family member, and was looking for a dog to provide emotional support. At that time, back in 2021, he was a student living alone and wanted companionship. After finding what seemed like a legitimate offer online, Leamon shelled out a "few thousand" dollars — but never did receive the dog. "The seller disappeared and I was left with nothing," Leamon said in a recent interview with CBC News. Leamon wasn't the only one who believed he was scammed.
Bruce Escott sentenced to 13 years for sexual violence against 6 teenage victims Original
NL·Breaking Bruce Escott pleaded guilty to sexual offences against males aged 13 to 18 over a period spanning more than a quarter century. Rob Antle, Ryan Cooke · CBC News · Posted: Mar 04, 2025 9:25 AM EST | Last Updated: 6 minutes ago Bruce Escott appeared by video at provincial court in St. John's on Tuesday morning. He was sentenced to 13 years for sexual offences against male youths.
Bruce Escott sentencing hearing delayed nearly a week because defence not ready Original
NL·New The sentencing hearing for an 82-year-old serial sexual predator won’t proceed as scheduled Friday, but will be punted to next week. Crown seeking ‘significant term of imprisonment’ for convicted sex offender Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jan 29, 2025 3:36 PM EST | Last Updated: 3 minutes ago Bruce Escott appeared in court on Nov. 22, 2024, where he entered guilty pleas on seven sexual offences. As part of his plea deal, seven other charges were withdrawn.
Province wants to pause 'malicious prosecution' lawsuit pending appeal of Robert Regular verdict Original
NL·New The Newfoundland and Labrador government is asking a judge to put a lawsuit alleging “malicious prosecution” and a “negligent” criminal investigation on hold — at least for now.
A year later, N.L. still working on plan to deal with rule-breaking landlords and tenants
NL·New The Newfoundland and Labrador government says they expect to implement a pilot project "in the near future" to better enforce residential tenancies rules, and plug a gap in the existing system.
Newcomers drive N.L. population growth, as other demographic data trends downward Original
Immigration continues to account for the bulk of population growth in Newfoundland and Labrador, with other demographic indicators either lagging further or sliding back into negative territory. That's according to population estimates from Statistics Canada released last month.
No trial dates or pleas entered yet on workplace safety charges linked to fatal refinery explosion
NL·New Occupational health and safety charges related to a fatal flash fire at the Come By Chance refinery continue to inch forward, with the Crown stressing the importance of setting trial dates to avoid the possibility of the case getting tossed for excessive delays.
Wakeham calls for public inquiry into 'horrible' sexual abuse case, citing RNC insiders
NL·New Opposition Leader Tony Wakeham is pushing the Furey administration to “do the right thing and call a public inquiry” into what he calls a “horrible” case of alleged sexual abuse in St. John’s. Justice minister says it’s ‘an option that could be considered in the future’ Ryan Cooke, Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Nov 21, 2024 4:30 AM EST | Last Updated: 4 minutes ago Opposition Leader Tony Wakeham is calling for public inquiry into a 'horrible' sexual abuse case.
N.L. justice minister hears public safety concerns from prosecutors with 'suffocating' workloads Original
NL·New Justice Minister Bernard Davis says his department is working to address the issue of overworked Crown attorneys, but didn’t provide more information, at this point, about short-term solutions.
NDP wants independent probe after 'reports of predation' on youths in N.L. government care
NL·New NDP Leader Jim Dinn has written N.L. Premier Andrew Furey to call for a broader investigation into whether vulnerable youth under provincial care are being given enough protection from predators.
Couple admits to defrauding volunteer search and rescue organization for 6 years Original
Couple admits to defrauding volunteer search and rescue organization for 6 years Rob Antle | CBC News | Posted: October 16, 2024 4:44 PM | Last Updated: Just now Brian Bishop and Marina Bishop held leadership roles in CASARA Image | Brian Bishop Marina Bishop CASARA fraud Caption: Brian Bishop and Marina Bishop (foreground) are pictured at provincial court in St. John's on Wednesday morning. The Bishops pleaded guilty to defrauding the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association, or CASARA.
Internal N.L. briefing flags $150M in federal funding for 'new HMP' Original
Internal N.L. briefing flags $150M in federal funding for 'new HMP' Rob Antle | CBC News | Posted: October 8, 2024 8:30 AM | Last Updated: Just now Province mum on revenue booked in 2023-24 fiscal year to replace aging prison Image | Her Majesty's Penitentiary Caption: Her Majesty's Penitentiary has been affected by staff shortages and lockdowns this summer. Plans have been in the works for years to replace the correctional facility.
Furey says he is troubled by potential 'systems failure that put children at risk'
NL·New The premier of Newfoundland and Labrador says his administration has acted quickly to investigate allegations that were brought to light in a CBC Investigates report last week, and is defending the process now underway to get answers.
Tony Humby charged with 2 sexual assaults during time incarcerated at HMP Original
Tony Humby charged with 2 sexual assaults during time incarcerated at HMP Rob Antle | CBC News | Posted: September 28, 2024 8:30 AM | Last Updated: Just now Alleged incidents occurred in late 2023, while he was in custody awaiting trial Image | tony humby Caption: Tony Humby, 64, appeared at St. John's provincial court by video in late August. He's been in custody at Her Majesty's Penitentiary since his arrest in April 2023.
PCs call for independent review of N.L. response to 'horrific and disturbing' abuse allegations
NL·New Newfoundland and Labrador’s Opposition leader was reacting to a CBC Investigates story about two men accused of abusing youth in St. John’s over a period of decades.
Tony Humby, suspect in sexual abuse investigation, faces 39 new charges
NL·New A man accused of sexually abusing youth in a St. John’s trailer park is now facing dozens of new charges. Humby has previously pleaded not guilty to 33 charges Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Sep 24, 2024 12:11 PM EDT | Last Updated: 10 minutes ago Tony Humby, 63, is seen during a recent appearance in St. John's provincial court by video. He has been in custody at Her Majesty's Penitentiary since his arrest in April 2023.
Stephenville Dymond airport sued for $2.4M over unpaid runway lighting bill
NL·New Tristar Electric, which installed a new runway lighting system at Stephenville Dymond International Airport, filed a statement of claim at Newfoundland and Labrador Supreme Court in late July — two months after the company slapped a lien on the airport property, claiming it hadn’t been paid for all of its work there.
Companies make 1st court appearance on safety charges related to fatal refinery blast
NL·New Injured workers, family members, supporters and union officials packed a courtroom in Clarenville on Thursday morning, as two companies made their first court appearance related to a fatal explosion at the Come By Chance refinery.
Crown appeals acquittal of lawyer Robert Regular
NL·New The Crown is appealing the acquittal of a Newfoundland lawyer who had been accused of sexual assault and sexual interference. Judge dismissed 4 charges of sexual assault, 1 of sexual interference Rob Antle · CBC News · Posted: Jul 25, 2024 2:30 PM EDT | Last Updated: 11 minutes ago Robert Regular is pictured at Newfoundland and Labrador Supreme Court on June 27, before his acquittal.
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