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    Town of Gander Unveils New Logo, Brand

    Gander, NL – (November 26, 2025)

    The Town of Gander is pleased to unveil its new logo and brand.

    Developed in partnership with The Idea Factory, the new brand is designed to capture Gander’s spirit as an energetic and welcoming hub — blending our aviation heritage with a modern sense of progress.

    “This brand reflects who we are as a community: vibrant, resilient, and always moving forward. It honours our rich aviation history while giving us a fresh, modern identity to carry into the future,” said Mayor Percy Farwell.

    Residents can expect to see the new visual identity reflected across Town platforms and facilities in the coming months.

    To help introduce the new identity, the Town has released a brand launch video, which can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/Ivb2h1U8xk8

     

    Media Contact:
    Kayla White
    Manager, Communications, Branding and Partnership
    Town of Gander
    kwhite@gandercanada.com
    709-651-5909

  • Town of Gander to Host 40th Anniversary Arrow Air Memorial      

    MEDIA RELEASE 
    For Immediate Release 

    Town of Gander to Host 40th Anniversary Arrow Air Memorial      

    Gander, NL – (November 24, 2025) 

    The Town of Gander will host a memorial service marking the 40th anniversary of the Arrow Air tragedy on December 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Evangel Church. 

    The service will honour the 256 lives lost on December 12, 1985, when Arrow Air Flight 1285 crashed shortly after takeoff from Gander. This year’s ceremony marks four decades since the tragedy and continues the community’s longstanding commitment to remembrance. 

    The community, along with invited guests and representatives, will gather to honour and remember the 256 lives lost. 

    All are welcome to attend. 

    For media inquiries: 

    Kayla White
    Town of Gander – Communications
    communications@gandercanda.com
    709-651-5909 

  • Town of Gander Announces Results of 2025 Municipal Election 

    Town of Gander Announces Results of 2025 Municipal Election 

    Gander, NL – (October 2, 2025) – The Town of Gander is pleased to announce the results of the 2025 Municipal Election. Residents of Gander have chosen the Council who will guide the community through the 2025–2029 term. 

    The (uncertified) results are as follows: 

    • Mayor: Percy Farwell (Acclaimed) 

    • Deputy Mayor: To be decided on by a vote of Council 

    • Councillors: 

      • Tara Pollett – 1949  (Elected)

      • Samantha Abbott – 1581  (Elected)

      • Sheldon Handcock – 1488  (Elected)

      • Patrick Woodford – 1454 (Elected)

      • Krystle West – 1319 (Elected)

      • Jim Lidstone – 996 (Elected)

      • Oswald Fudge - 894

      • Timeyin David Owojaiye – 836

      • Barry Mullett – 519

      • Jason Mitchell – 345  

    The Town of Gander extends its gratitude to all candidates who put their names forward, to election staff and volunteers for their dedication, and to residents for exercising their right to vote. 

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    Media Contact: 

    Kayla White 
    Manager, Communications, Branding and Partnership 
    Town of Gander 
    kwhite@gandercanada.com 
    709-651-5909 

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