Government of Saint Lucia

A $43,000 EC solar project is welcomed as a cost-saving measure to improve the quality of care and comfort at St. Lucy’s Home.

Despite global airlift concerns, travel demand remains high as the island hosts a massive international Citizenship by Investment leadership conference.

Education officials announce a phased rollout of CCTV cameras and border fencing, supported by a specialized security team and new truancy officers.

The festival recorded its largest opening crowd ever with over 12,000 patrons, while also celebrating a milestone week for local theatrical productions.

In the headlines: Hon. Dr. Ernest Hillaire calls for practical use of Saint Lucia’s limited spaces, and Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre announces a new public-private model for WASCO. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Ministry of Health reinforces food safety measures as the Jazz Festival draws throngs of music lovers, and a national smoking deterrent campaign gets underway in Saint Lucia. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Reading month has been officially launched....... and while the occasion has previously been focused primarily on schools on the island, the entire nation is being called upon to appreciate the benefits of reading in its widest scope.

Following the recent launch of the Reproductive Education and Adolescent Community Health (REACH) Project at the Coco Palm Resort in Rodney Bay, sexual and reproductive health services for adolescents' in Saint Lucia are expected to be improved. The REACH project is aimed at building supportive community conditions where adolescents will be knowledgeable and feel confident in accessing the health...

Residents of Soufriere along with patrons and vendors of the Soufriere Farmers Market recently benefited from a Stress Awareness Pop-Up Health Fair hosted by the Community Mental Health Team in the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition as part of activities marking Stress Awareness Month observed in April. Held under the theme “Be the Change,” the initiative aimed to encourage individuals to...

Sir Dr. Winston C.V. Parris recently conducted a comprehensive tour of the Dr. Winston C.V. Parris Medical Complex. The visit, organized by officials from the Corporate Planning Unit within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition, marked a significant moment that blended personal history with national development. Sir Dr. Parris was provided with a detailed overview of the facility’s curren...

In the headlines: The surgical and medical mission led by the Los Angeles Medical Assistance Team, LAMAT ends May 8, and, the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival opens to a record-breaking crowd. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Hon. Dr, Ernest Hiller emphasized the importance of embedding Carnival within the school system as a movement for cultural preservation and a professional career pathway for the youth.

Saint Lucia participated in a regional workshop in Grenada to develop a unified Caribbean framework for cancer prevention, treatment, and data management, expected to be implemented later this year.

Technical teams are conducting 24-hour systems testing at the hospital site to ensure full functionality, supported by a senior health consultant overseeing the transition of services.

The country concluded a week of activities focused on labor relations and workers' rights, featuring a National Church Service and brunch attended by key government officials and trade union representatives.

In the headlines: Saint Lucia concludes successful Labor Day 2026 celebrations and, the key commissioning phase for St. Jude Hospital opening advances. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition officially launched Vaccination Week in the Americas 2026 with a ceremony held at the Babonneau Wellness Centre. This annual initiative, coordinated by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), seeks to promote equitable access to immunization services across the region. The launch featured remarks from a dis...

A multi-year, $750,000 commitment aims to bolster biodiversity, food security, and green economy skills training across Saint Lucia.

The Helen Association for Persons with Autism (HAPA) brings students and families together at the Philip Marcellin Grounds to unlock the potential of autistic individuals.

Authorities emphasize that smoking restrictions in public spaces are legally enforceable under the 2020 Public Health Regulations.

Hon. Dr. Ernest Hillaire calls for the adoption of carpooling, park-and-ride systems, and better driver discipline to ease congestion during the premier cultural festival.

The Government of Saint Lucia moves toward a more inclusive labor market by bringing government, union, and employer representatives to the same table.

In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre advances a more people-centred labour market, and, Tourism Minister Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire calls for a mindset shift to ease Jazz transportation challenges. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Government Information Service visits the Orange Grove Plaza to highlight a vibrant fine arts exhibition featuring works that explore the island’s cultural memory and resilience.