Arlette Lazarenko

Newfoundland and Labrador youth advocates say the key to keeping youth off the streets, their bellies full and surrounded by community, is to focus on prevention services.

Newfoundland and Labrador youth advocates say the key to keeping youth off the streets, their bellies full and surrounded by community, is to focus on prevention services.

How can resource extraction be more sustainable? One political science professor says there's a balance between extracting resources and responsibilities to the environment and nearby communities.

Musicians, music teachers and conductors want more people to pick up an instrument and play in a large ensemble — not only for music's sake, but also because it teaches skills the players can carry throughout their lives.

From childhood memories, lovers from last year and a hope a child's growing excitement each year, musicians from Newfoundland and Labrador share the stories behind their Christmas hits.

Mental health concerns in young boys and men are a prevalent issue, say advocates. In a panel discussion, they spoke about personal depression, society's pressure to keep it hidden, and what must be done to change.

For those grieving, even simple tasks — like buying gifts, decorating or going to events — can feel overwhelming. Newfoundland and Labrador's health authority has organized sessions to help people through a time with mixed emotions.

Constanza Safatle interviewed women who fled war, strife and persecution to find new lives in Newfoundland and Labrador. Then she tracked down the money for a program that aims to start new careers for 120 women over the next two years.

The Irish Descendants are celebrating their 35th anniversary, and to celebrate the milestone the band is releasing a box set of 35 hit songs and a 24-show tour from Newfoundland and Labrador to Ontario. 

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador made a big deal about recruiting foreign medical professionals to reduce the boiling pressure on the province's health-care system. But, as CBC News confirmed, at least 60 internationally educated nurses from India are waiting to get to work as a registered nurse, with some waiting for nearly a year.