Yesterday our department announced an investment of $315,000 from the Innovation and Business Development Fund to support College of the North Atlantic’s hydrogen training program. Learn more: bit.ly/4d4DL68

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Abigail Janes, who attends Holy Heart of Mary High School. She is safety lead on her school’s robotics team and was recently invited to the Blundon Math Seminar Camp. Abigail plans to study either science or engineering in university.

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Paige Whittle. Paige attends Waterford Valley High in St. John’s. She is active in the Robotics Club and the Community Outreach Network at her school. She plans on studying engineering and researching ways to reduce carbon emissions.

Today Minister Steve Crocker announced an investment from the Business Growth Program in support of atlantiq AI and its Jarbiz software. Learn more: bit.ly/4j5QYNA

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Jack Hanlon. Jack attends Lakewood Academy in Glenwood, where he volunteers as a student-coach in basketball. When he finishes his studies, Jack plans to pursue a career in medical research.

Our department is providing funding to the Atlantic Hydrogen Alliance to support a project advancing the development of Atlantic Canada’s hydrogen supply chain. Learn more: bit.ly/431STxX

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Katherine Rumbolt. Katherine attends Holy Heart of Mary School. She is active in the scouting movement and has gained experience volunteering and working with youth. She aspires to pursue a career in medicine.

To support our wind-hydrogen industry, Minister Crocker, Government of Newfoundland & Labrador reps & a NL delegation of over 60 representatives from almost 25 companies & organizations are attending World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, the world’s largest gathering of hydrogen industry leaders & innovators.

Our department is supporting an R&D project by Retellio to advance the company’s innovative AI technology which combs through customer feedback and helps employees gain a deeper understanding of what clients are saying. Learn more: bit.ly/4k3fm3s

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner to William Lane. William attends Mount Pearl Senior High (Mount Pearl Senior). He recently earned an invitation to the Blundon Math Seminar Camp and is considering pursuing a degree in software development or computer engineering.

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Grace Noseworthy. Grace attends St. Bonaventure’s College (St. Bon's 🇨🇦). She has volunteered with her school’s Computers for Seniors program since 2022 and is the principal oboe player for the Calos Youth Orchestra.

Our department is supporting the West Coast Cycling Association in developing a contained trail network in the Lower Humber Valley. Mountain bike trail networks create benefits on an economic, environmental, and social level for communities. Learn more: bit.ly/43sDyFr

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Anastasia Saika-Voivod. Anastasia attends Gonzaga High. She has plans to study chemistry or engineering in university, and has participated in enrichment programs including Mini-MedSchool and MedQuest.

Our department today announced support for JVPLabs as the company develops and advances a non-invasive solution to help patients monitor congestive heart failure at home and in hospitals. Learn more: bit.ly/4kg5W4X

Our department is proud to continue its tour at The Mining Investment Event of the North in Québec City. bit.ly/4jsZGWm We’re showcasing NL’s growing mineral exploration potential with industry leaders and future partners and investors. Visit us at the ExplorCo Lounge!

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Keagan Smith. Keagan attends St. Bonaventure’s College (St. Bon's 🇨🇦). He has participated in more than 20 after-school enrichment activities at Memorial, and is considering a career in computer programming or civil engineering.

Minister Steve Crocker today released the Provincial Government’s Natural Gas Resource Assessment which demonstrates the natural gas potential for the province in the Jeanne d’Arc Basin. Learn more: bit.ly/43J7cXg

Congratulations to 2025 RISE Award winner Sahil Singh. Sahil attends Gonzaga High in St. John’s, where he tutors students and competes in Math League competitions. His future plans include studying engineering at Memorial University.