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Community Open House - November 6, 2025

Happening today at 4pm at the Steele Community Centre!

Help us guide Gander’s growth!

Join us for a Community Open House:

The Town of Gander is exploring amendments to its Municipal Plan to encourage more housing development and support a range of housing options within the community.

Your feedback is an important part of this process, and we want to hear from you!

Date: November 6, 2025

Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM

Location: Steele Community Centre (Sports Hall of Fame/Archives Room)

Drop by to meet the project team, learn more about how Gander is planning for growth and housing affordability, and share your ideas about the community’s future.
2026 Pre-Budget Public Consultations
Each year, Council hosts a Pre-Budget Consultation to hear directly from residents, organizations, and community partners before finalizing the municipal budget.

This session provides an opportunity to share funding requests, project ideas, or general input for Council’s consideration. Presenters are given 15 minutes to speak and may bring supporting materials or a slideshow.

Those who prefer not to attend in person can still participate by submitting a written proposal through the Town’s Dropbox link, by email communications@gandercanada.com, or by dropping it off at Town Hall.

🗓️ Book an in-person presentation time: https://outlook.office.com/book/PreBudgetPublicConsultations@gandercanada.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled

📎 Upload a written proposal: https://www.dropbox.com/request/45g8CC1odptUpILtTXqd (Deadline: November 14, 2025)
Read Our Monthly Newsletter: November 2025
The Town of Gander’s November 2025 Newsletter is now available!

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DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 59 Penwell Avenue
DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 59 Penwell Avenue

Notice is hereby given that Council has received an application from The Foot Nurse to operate a home office for a mobile advanced foot care service from 59 Penwell Avenue. Services are to be provided off-site through home visitation.

It is noted that home occupation is permitted as a “discretionary use” for the zone in which this property is located.

Anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing prior to 4:00pm on November 12, 2025. Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Planning and Public Works Department at 651-5910.

Economic Development Officer
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL A1V 1G7
Email: dquinton@gandercanada.com
Water Shut Off: October 29, 2025

Water Shut Off: October 29, 2025

Please be advised that there will be a water shut off tomorrow, October 29, 2025 affecting 92-107 Penwell Avenue between the hours of 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. This interruption is necessary for water repairs.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Water Main Flushing : October 22, 2025 - Ogilvie St & TCH
Water Main Flushing : October 22, 2025 - Ogilvie St & TCH

Please be advised that water main flushing will take place tonight, October 22, 2025 from 6pm - 10pm affecting the following areas:
- 200 & 300 TCH
- 101-143 Ogilvie Street
During this time residents can expect discoloured water and low water pressure.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 175 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, GANDER, NL
DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 175 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, GANDER, NL

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Gander has received an application to renovate the building situated at the above noted address for conversion to an apartment building.

It is noted that this property is situated in a Town Centre (TC) zone, under the Town of Gander Development Regulations. Apartment Building uses are permitted in this zone as a Discretionary Use of Council.

Anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and the representation must be received by the Planning & Public Works Department, Town of Gander, no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday, October 30th 2025.

Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Planning & Public Works Department at 651-5915.

John Boland

Planning & Control Technician

Town of Gander

100 Elizabeth Drive

Gander, NL

A1V 1G7

jboland@gandercanada.com
Traffic Interruption: October 22, 2025 - Robertson Avenue
Traffic Interruption: October 22, 2025 - Robertson Avenue

Please be advised that there will be a traffic interruption tomorrow, October 22, 2025 on Robertson Avenue between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. This interruption is necessary for water main repairs. There will be no water shut off during this time.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Public Notice: Cooper Boulevard Road Closure - Effective 12:00 p.m., October 22
Waste Transfer Station - October 18, 2025
Waste Transfer Station - October 18, 2025

Reminder that the Waste Transfer Station will be open on Saturday, October 18th. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information please visit: www.gandercanada.com/garbage

Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive,
Gander, NL A1V 1G7 Canada
709-651-2930
Info@gandercanada.com

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