“For All of Us”

The PCs earned just enough seats to form a majority government in a stunning upset during the 2025 general election on Oct. 14, 2025.

While earning 21 of 40 seats in the house of Assembly, the party only had the support of 44.5 per cent of voters, which means it is governing a population most of which did not vote for it. This is the result of our problematic first-past-the-post electoral system.

Regardless, the PCs have made many promises that could improve the quality of life for many in our province.

The Independent has created this page as a space for journalists and the public to track the promises the PCs made before and during the election campaign, as well as any it makes after the election.

If you notice a promise we’ve missed, let us know!

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To “grow and develop rural Newfoundland and Labrador,” the PCs promised to:

Introduce a Rural Secretariat within the Executive Council that will ensure every decision is made with rural Newfoundland and Labrador in mind. With the full force of Cabinet, this Secretariat will address both economic and social challenges in rural regions.

Take a region-by-region approach. We will work with Municipalities NL, industry stakeholders, local leaders, businesses and community organizations to help each region of this province to have a sustainable and prosperous future with a strong economy, amenities, and services readily available.

Strengthen local economies by focusing on what each region does best, reducing duplication and competition between neighboring communities. To make this happen, the government will restore local-led economic development, and support regions in building distinct economies and maximizing their unique opportunities.

Replace aging provincial ferries and ensure a swing vessel is available when needed. We will replace the existing, aging fleet with a modern and reliable ferry service. We will explore options to build vessels here in our province with a new strategy to build ferries in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Increase cellular coverage throughout the province by working with industry and advocating for additional investment from the Federal Government, pairing it with provincial funding.