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town policeSince 1965, Gander has had its own Municipal Police Force to cover the town boundaries. Situated at the RCMP building on James Blvd., this Police Department consists of two full-time community Constables. Tel: 709-256-4065 • Animal Control/Patrol Animal Control / PatrolAs there is no official Animal Control Officer, Gander's Community Constables, in conjunction with the SPCA, maintain this service through a cost sharing initiative. Any problem with animals within the municipality is first taken care of by the municipal Police; then the SPCA are called in accordingly. In situations of animal abuse, the SPCA is contacted immediately for their advice/approval and/or assistance. The animals dealt with have ranged from domestic cats and dogs to wild bears, moose and beavers. The animal shelter is located on McCurdy Drive, adjacent to the Town's Municipal Works Depot, and is operated by the SPCA.  Cross Walk GuardDuring the school year, the Community Constables fill in as Crosswalk Guards in the absence of either of the two Crosswalk Guards. RadarThe municipal police cruiser is equipped with radar which helps in the enforcement of Municipal Traffic Regulations, of which there are 100. Most of the concerns tend to be regarding seatbelt use and speeding. The maximum speed limit in most of Gander is currently 40km/hr. Snowmobile & All-Terrain Vehicle Trail
Park PatrolDuring the summer, the Town hires one or more students to patrol parks and playgrounds. Duties include reporting equipment damage, vandalism and bullying of young children. Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special OlympicsThe Gander Municipal Police Department has been instrumental in raising money annually for this cause since 1992. At least $1000.00 is raised and usually 100 t-shirts are sold. This event starts at the bridge in Glenwood, about 15 minutes west of Gander, and continues for 100km east. Participants may walk or run, and they usually do one section in relay style. Others who have been involved in past runs are the RCMP, Wildlife and the Military Police. Other Involvements
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Community Constables have been instrumental in creating this trail around Gander.
The trail starts at the Hotel Gander and ends at the Albatross Hotel.
In partnership with the Gander and Area Snowmobile Club, the Municipal
Police Department helps to maintain the trail for snowmobiles and other
all-terrain vehicles in the winter, and for walkers in the summer. Click
