The Nunatsiavut Government is advising Beneficiaries of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement that the following COVID-19 emergency support programs will be extended:
The Emergency Food Supplement Program – the purpose of this program is to ensure individuals and families impacted by COVID-19 and those most vulnerable to the virus have sufficient nutritious food to support their health and wellness. Adequate nutrition is crucial for maintaining good health and having the ability to fight off infection. This program is extended to September 30, 2022.
The Cleaning Supply Program – the purpose of this program is to ensure individuals and families impacted by COVID-19 and those most vulnerable to the virus have sufficient cleaning supplies to support their health and wellness. This program is extended to September 30, 2022.
The Emergency Heat Subsidy Program – purpose of this program is to provide those most vulnerable and those economically affected by the global pandemic with home heating costs. This program is extended to May 31, 2022.
Medical Transportation Through funding from the Nunatsiavut Government’s COVID-19 Indigenous Community Support Fund allocations, LGH will provide two extra scheduled medical flights per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays). These extra flights will result in less time for people having to be away from their home communities and families, and will also reduce costs for accommodations, which are difficult to secure during the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative will remain in effect until further notice.