2024 a year of milestones and cultural celebrations for ‘the Rock’: Senator Petten – SenCA+
January 22, 2025
t has been a remarkable year for Newfoundland and Labrador. We celebrated the Year of the Arts and brought our province’s unique culture, resilience and stories from “the Rock” to the halls of Ottawa. I had the privilege of representing the interests and values of my home province in the Senate, and this year was especially meaningful as we marked the 75th anniversary of joining Confederation — a milestone that highlights our ongoing contributions to Canada’s rich tapestry.
Newfoundland and Labrador made waves in the Senate this year, especially during debates on a federal bill to expand the mandates of offshore boards in Atlantic Canada. I had the privilege of sponsoring this legislation, known as Bill C-49, which amended several acts to allow for the existing offshore regulatory regime to cover renewable energy projects. Adopted in October, this new law will benefit the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia by underscoring our leadership in energy and resource management and by setting the tone for future economic opportunities.
