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SALCC Suspends Classes as of Monday 16th, 2020

As per instructions from the Ministry of Education, classes at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College will be suspended as of Monday, 16th March, 2020. However, instruction will be provided via various online platforms. We urge you to monitor the College's website, social media pages and your SALCC email accounts for further information from the College and your respective lecturers. We also encourage you to ensure that your SALCC email accounts are activated. This is essential for access to learning resources and assessments that will be shared with […]

March 15, 2020

Press Release

CXC Statement in view of COVID-19

CXC Statement on Examinations Administration for May/June 2020 in view of COVID-19 The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) takes note of the developments concerning COVID-19 in general, and its impact on the CARICOM region in particular. Accordingly, CXC convened a meeting with representatives from the Ministries of Education to discuss the administration of the regional examinations and the respective National protocols. The Council presented and discussed various scenarios as it relates to the administration of its examinations. The Council will continue […]

March 15, 2020

Health

Saint Lucia confirms its second case of COVID-19

On Saturday, March 14, 2020 Saint Lucia recorded a second case of COVID-19. The patient is a fifty-three (53) year old male with an active travel history with France being his last port of departure. The patient arrived in Saint Lucia on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 in the company of colleagues. He entered into our health care system on Friday, March 13, 2020 and based on the patient’s travel history and symptoms, health professionals suspected COVID-19. He was placed in […]

March 15, 2020

Press Release

Educational Institutions Closed from Monday 16th, 2020

In an effort to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 and reduce the potential for transmission, the Department of Education, Innovation and Gender Relations, on the advice of the Ministry of Health, wishes to inform that ALL educational institutions on island will be closed from Monday 16th March 2020 until 13th April 2020. This coincides with the Easter break. ALL school activities will also be suspended. Any further changes will be communicated as information becomes available. Teachers are to report to […]

March 15, 2020

Press Release

Marian Home “Poverty Meal” Cancelled

Statement from The Marian Home "In light of all the information we have received concerning the Coronavirus (COVID 19), The Marian Home has decided to CANCEL the POVERTY MEAL scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Coubaril. We thank you for your support. All funds raised front donations and tickets already sold will go towards the care of our elderly."

March 14, 2020

Press Release

Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party Cancelled

In light of the announcement made by the health authorities on the COVID-19 status update for Saint Lucia, and in keeping with the goal of the authorities to protect the health and safety of the Visitors to our shores and our local population, the Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party will be cancelled tonight until further notice. This decision was taken after consultation with the Parliamentary Representative, the Gros Islet Constituency Council, the Gros Islet Vendors Association and relevant Authorities.

March 13, 2020

Press Release

Saint Lucia Jazz 2020 Cancelled

Events Company of St. Lucia Inc. Press Statement on Saint Lucia Jazz 2020. The Events Company of Saint Lucia and the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority have been closely monitoring the recent developments concerning the spread of COVID-19 and the global health crisis that this has created. With the official statement on March 11, 2020, by the World Health Organization (WHO) that declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic, both agencies convened a meeting to take a hard and realistic look at […]

March 13, 2020

Health

Statement on COVID-19

Statement on COVID-19: Prime Minister to Address Nation Following Meetings with Key Stakeholders The Government of Saint Lucia remains in responsive and planning mode to manage the impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). The Government is mindful of the anxiety being faced by citizens and several countries at this time and the proliferation of the sharing of false news which creates further uneasiness. The Government reiterates that the only authority who communicates in terms of Saint Lucia’s response on public health matters […]

March 13, 2020

Events

Colour Me Red – Eyes Wide Shut

Colour Me Red - Eyes Wide Shut | July 17th, 2020 at the Pigeon Island National Landmark CMR, headlined by Kes The Band, is the most sensational, energy filled, and soca driven event of the Saint Lucia Carnival Season. The line-up of CMR is spectacular, hitting every year with a blend of local and international artistes sounded by the Caribbean's best live bands. The DJs and selectors at CMR turn up the volume and the vibe. CMR is a utopia […]

March 10, 2020