The Liberals & John Hogan

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • The Liberals have been in power since 2015, yet the province remains mired in debt, with worsening healthcare access and no clear economic turnaround. Their governments have leaned heavily on federal transfers while avoiding hard decisions on spending. Major resource opportunities have stalled under their watch, creating frustration in communities dependent on jobs. While they promote themselves as experienced managers, many see them as tired, reactive, and unwilling to chart a bold course for Newfoundland and Labrador’s future.

  • From the Liberal Party NL Constitution: The Liberal Party strives for…

    • A society in which every individual is valued equally under the law regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability culture or sexual orientation, and has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential;

    • Fair balance between respect for individual rights and freedoms, and caring for the needs of each individual and society as a whole;

    • Continuous renewal and improvement including not just legislation or essential services such as education and healthcare but also renewal of the democratic process itself;

    • Commitment to openness and transparency in government and the opportunity for all to participate in the political process;

    • Sustainable economic development and the necessity of protecting the natural environment for future generations; and,

    • Recognizing the rights and unique character of each Province within the Canadian confederation and are committed to Newfoundland and Labrador playing a full and constructive role within Canada.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Item description

    • Muskrat Falls Project (2010s–present)

      • Launched under the Liberals’ watch, the hydro project spiraled into massive cost overruns and delays. Critics say successive Liberal governments failed to contain the ballooning budget, which now weighs heavily on the province’s finances.

    • Healthcare Crisis Management

      • Under Liberal leadership, chronic ER closures, surgical backlogs, and rural doctor shortages worsened. Critics accuse the party of mismanagement and failing to implement real reforms despite repeated promises.

    • Patronage and Appointments

      • The Liberals have faced repeated accusations of political patronage, with appointments of friends and insiders to key boards and agencies fueling public frustration about “insider politics.”

The Progressive Conservatives & Tony Wakeham

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • The PCs ruled for decades, leaving behind megaproject debts that still weigh down the province. They continue to campaign on grand plans for resource development, yet their history raises doubts about whether they can balance ambition with fiscal discipline. Critics argue the PCs are rooted in old-style politics - promising jobs and prosperity without credible solutions to the structural deficits they helped create. For some voters, they remain the familiar alternative, but also a reminder of past mismanagement.

  • Core Values of the Party (from the Progressive Conservative NL Constitution):

    • justice, respect and freedom,

    • openness, transparency and accountability,

    • fiscal responsibility,

    • sound economic management,

    • diversity

    • progressive social policy

    • each district having an equal voice.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Item description

    • Muskrat Falls Approval

      • The PCs initiated the Muskrat Falls hydro project, ignoring widespread warnings about costs and risks. The decision has become one of the most criticized financial moves in provincial history, saddling NL with billions in debt.

    • Nalcor Energy Oversight

      • During their years in power, PCs oversaw Nalcor with little transparency. The company’s mismanagement of energy projects and executive bonuses became a major symbol of government waste and lack of accountability.

    • House of Assembly Spending Scandal (mid-2000s)

      • Several PC MHAs were implicated in one of the province’s biggest political scandals, where expense accounts were misused for personal gain. The controversy damaged public trust in the legislature for years.

The New Democrats & Jim Dinn

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • The NDP has never formed government and remains limited in reach and organization. It has carved out a reputation as the province’s strongest advocate for social causes, championing diversity, trans rights, gay rights, and worker protections. While these positions resonate with parts of the electorate, critics argue the party’s focus on niche issues overshadows broader economic concerns. Its platforms are often viewed as idealistic and difficult to fund, and with few candidates and limited resources, the NDP continues to struggle to be seen as more than a protest option.

  • Core Values of the New Democratic Party (derived from the NDP Constitution Preamble):

    • Equality and Justice

    • Opportunity for All

    • Sustainable Prosperity

    • Care for Seniors and Vulnerable People

    • Environmental Stewardship

    • Social Democratic & Democratic Socialist Tradition

    • Partnership with Indigenous Peoples

    • Celebration of Diversity

    • Democratic Accountability

    • Role of Government in the Economy

    • Global Solidarity

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Item description

    • Internal Infighting and Leadership Turmoil (2013–2015)

      • The NDP was rocked by public caucus splits and leadership challenges. Several MHAs left or called on the leader to resign, painting the party as dysfunctional and divided.

    • Candidate Vetting Issues

      • In multiple elections, the NDP has been criticized for poor candidate vetting, with nominees dropping out mid-campaign due to controversial comments or lack of readiness, raising questions about the party’s organization.

    • Union Ties and Perceived Bias

      • The NDP’s close ties to organized labour have led to criticism that it serves union interests over broader provincial needs. Detractors argue this limits the party’s credibility as a governing option.