Minister John Abbott, MHA for St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi and N.L. Housing Minister, stood in the House of Assembly on December 2, 2024 to recognize the Sisters of Mercy for their valuable contributions to the province of Newfoundland and Labrador since 1842.
Welcomed by Minister John Abbott at House of Assembly, Confederation Building, NL
Minister Abbott gave a very brief history and specifically pointed out that the four-storey building that served as a convent since 1854 has been gifted to the Gathering Place to serve as shelter and transitional housing for men and women who find themselves homeless. He noted: “The building is named Mercy House to honor their mission of compassion and charity.” The sisters received a standing ovation by other Members of the House of Assembly.
- A video clip of Minister Abbott giving his Statement can be viewed here
- A written copy of the Statement can be read below:
John’s East-Quidi Vidi y Ministro de Vivienda de N.L., se presentó en la Cámara de la Asamblea el 2 de diciembre de 2024 para reconocer a las Hermanas de la Misericordia por su valiosa contribución a la provincia de Terranova y Labrador desde 1842.
El ministro Abbott hizo una breve reseña histórica y señaló concretamente que el edificio de cuatro plantas que sirvió de convento desde 1854 ha sido donado al Gathering Place para servir de refugio y vivienda de transición a hombres y mujeres que se encuentran sin hogar. Señaló: «El edificio se llama Mercy House en honor a su misión de compasión y caridad». Las hermanas fueron ovacionadas por otros miembros de la Asamblea.
