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Table of Contents
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Global Relations and the Spanish Influenza
The Spanish flu did not originate in Newfoundland and Labrador, but the ports, shipping schedules, and global trade relations made it vulnerable.
The 1918 Spanish Flu
The Spanish flu of 1918-19 killed between 20 and 40 million people worldwide. It is one of the largest outbreaks of disease in recorded history.
Changing Government 1971-1972
On 18 January 1972, Joseph Smallwood resigned as premier and was replaced by Frank Moores, leader of the Progressive Conservative party.
ERCO and Long Harbour
One of the industries which the Smallwood government managed to lure to the province with the promise of cheap power was the ERCO.
The Grimes Government, 2001-2003
The Grimes government was a difficult period for the provincial Liberals, marked by internal strife, declining popularity, and strong PC opposition.
The Moores Government 1972-1979
The election of a Progressive Conservative government led by Frank Moores in 1972 marked a turning point in Newfoundland and Labrador politics.
The Peckford Government 1979-1989
The pursuit of resource management dominated Peckford's time in office. Offshore oil, the fisheries, and hydroelectric developments topped the agenda.
Provincial Politics 1972-2001
This article is about the Provincial government during the period of 1972-2001 and the change of leadership it underwent during that time.
Social Changes, 1730-1815
Newfoundland and Labrador experienced numerous social changes involving health, education, population, etc. during the period of naval government.
Social Changes, 1815-1832
Newfoundland and Labrador society became increasingly complex during the reform era.
Social Changes under the Commission of Government
One of the Commission of Government's major goals while in office was to improve social services in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Tobin Government, 1996-2000
Brian Tobin replaced Clyde Wells as premier and leader of the Newfoundland Liberals on 26 January, 1996.
Meech Lake
The Meech Lake Accord was a set of constitutional amendments agreed upon by the federal and provincial governments on 30 April 1987.
The Wells Government 1989-1996
About the government of Clyde Wells, which led under the Liberal administration from 1989-1996.
Williams Government Timeline, 2003-2007
A timeline of Newfoundland and Labrador government from 2003-2007 with premier Danny Williams
Williams Government Timeline, 2007-2010
A timeline of Newfoundland and Labrador government from 2007-2010 with premier Danny Williams.
Health Care under the Commission of Government
One of the Commission of Government's chief ambitions upon taking office was to improve health care in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Health-Care Organizations
Leading up to the Commission of Government, health-care organizations did much to promote public health and welfare in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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