Tourism minister apologizes for 'stumbles' in Beaumont-Hamel speech - NTV: Newfoundland and Labrador's Most Trusted News Source

July 8, 2026 – Should government offer an apology to Newfoundlanders and Labradorians in light of the controversy stemming from Memorial Day ceremonies in Beaumont-Hamel last week?

Minister Andrea Barbour during the unveiling ceremony for the Danger Tree (Veterans Affairs Canada)

Tourism minister apologizes for 'stumbles' in Beaumont-Hamel speech - NTV: Newfoundland and Labrador's Most Trusted News Source

Tourism Minister Andrea Barbour issued a statement apologizing for “stumbles” in a speech she gave at Beaumont-Hamel last week. Related Articles June 26, 2026 New report finds Newfoundland and Labrador has second-largest pay equity gap in Canada Read more June 26, 2026 Child and Youth Advocate looking at how other provinces with CorCare handle child […]

N.L. tourism minister ‘sorry for any disappointment’ over ‘stumble’-filled speeches

After drawing the ire of some Newfoundland and Labrador residents, Tourism Minister Andrea Barbour is apologizing for gaffes made at memorial ceremonies in northern France.