Welcome to engageNL

This online public engagement space allows you to contribute your ideas and feedback on the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s public consultations. You can see a list of all current engagement opportunities, provide input, and see updates on previous engagement activities.

engageNL is a web-based tool designed to make it easier for you to provide input on government programs and policies. This online tool is used to host information, feedback and discussions regarding initiatives that have a public engagement component.

We look forward to your participation and input.

Recent & Active Engagements

Legislative Review of the Children, Youth and Families Act

The Department of Families and Affordability is seeking input from stakeholders and the general public to inform potential amendments to the Children, Youth and Families Act.

Closing Date: July 18, 2025

Home For Nature: Public Engagements on Proposed Protected Areas

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has asked the Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council to engage the public on ten new protected areas and make recommendations on whether to proceed with interim protections on the sites.

Amendment to the Health Professions Act and Acupuncturists Regulations

The Department of Health and Community Services is exploring an amendment to the Health Professions Act and the Acupuncturists Regulations to expand the scope of regulation of traditional Chinese medicine to include the practice of herbal medicine.

The Department is seeking input from the public, particularly those who may be uniquely impacted by the proposed expansion, on the potential amendments.

Closed: February 27, 2025

Active Living Action Plan

The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation is currently undertaking the development of an Active Living Action Plan and has sought input from the general public, groups and organizations in the sport, physical activity, recreation and healthy living sectors, intergovernmental departments, and Indigenous Governments and Organizations.

The Active Living Action Plan will help guide and stimulate coordinated sport, physical activity and recreation policies, practices, programs and initiatives targeted at improving the overall health and well-being of residents in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Updated: What We Heard

Budget 2025

In advance of Budget 2025, residents are invited to take part in a pre-budget questionnaire. Your input will help our government plan for Budget 2025, as we support residents and deliver on our strategic plan for financial improvement. All our efforts are towards a stronger, smarter, self-sufficient, sustainable province.

Closed: January 10, 2025

Framework of Decision-Making

The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development (CSSD) and the Department of Justice and Public Safety (JPS) are engaging the public and key stakeholders to help inform the development of a Framework of Decision-Making so people are supported to make their own decisions.

Closed: November 27, 2024

Digital Technology Legislation Consultation

The Provincial Government is considering legislation regarding digital technology and its use by government departments and government’s agencies, boards, and commissions. Digital technology includes online digital services, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). Led by the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), public consultations are required to help inform this decision.

The objective of this questionnaire is to consult with residents of Newfoundland and Labrador to obtain input in determining if the provincial government should make any amendments to existing legislation or introduce new legislation regarding governments usage of digital technology.

Closed: November 19, 2024