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The Town of Gander is currently accepting bids for the sale of the following vehicles:

• 2015 Ford F-250
• 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
• 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
• 1995 Suzuki Carry All Mini Truck

Closing: Friday, June 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

View all Open Calls and bid documents here.

DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 9 Rickenbacker Road

Notice is hereby given that Council has received an application from Loretta’s Flower World to operate an online-based flower/gift basket business from 9 Rickenbacker Road. Note: The applicant indicates that there will be no customer/client visitation to the residence with orders received online/telephone with product delivered off site. 

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 June 27, 2026. Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Planning and Development Department at 651-5910.

Development Officer
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL   A1V 1G7
Email: dquinton@gandercanada.com

DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 119 Yeager Street

Notice is hereby given that Council has received an application from Beyond the Bar Line Studio to operate a private music studio offering piano and voice lessons from 119 Yeager Street. 

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 June 27, 2026. Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Planning and Development Department at 651-5910.

Development Officer
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL   A1V 1G7
Email: dquinton@gandercanada.com

Additionally, there will be a traffic advisory at 18 Balbo Street during this time.

VARIANCE FROM REGULATIONS - 400 Gander Bay Road

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Gander has received an application to construct a garage at the above noted address which will exceed the total permitted height for accessory buildings in a residential zone. The proposal is an accessory building with a total height of 6.05 metres.

It is noted that this property is situated in a Residential Rural zone which limits maximum accessory building height to 5.50 metres. The Town Council of Gander, at their discretion, may vary their regulations to a maximum of 10%.

Anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and the representation must be received by the Engineering Department, Town of Gander, no later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday June 17, 2026.

Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Engineering Department at 651-5915.    

John Boland
Planning & Control Technician
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL
A1V 1G7

Water Shut-Off: Armstrong Blvd & Gilmore Pl - June 10, 2026

Please be advised that there will be a water shut-off affecting 30-150 Armstrong Blvd, 5-44 Gilmore Pl, 265 & 275 Airport Blvd & 50 Wiley Post St  tomorrow, June 10, from 3:00pm - 7:00pm for hydrant installation.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

VARIANCE FROM REGULATIONS - 17 McGrath Place

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Gander has received an application to construct a garage at the above noted address which will exceed the total permitted height for accessory buildings in a residential zone. The proposal is an accessory building with a total height of 6.05 metres.

It is noted that this property is situated in a Residential Medium Density zone which restricts the maximum accessory building height to 5.50 metres. The Town Council of Gander, at their discretion, may vary their regulations to a maximum of 10%.

Anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and the representation must be received by the Engineering Department, Town of Gander, no later than 12:00 noon on Monday June 15, 2026.

Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Engineering Department at 651-5915.    

John Boland
Planning & Control Technician
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive
Gander, NL
A1V 1G7

Waste Transfer Station - June 13th, 2026

The Town of Gander is inviting expression of interest from local organizations to operate bar services and ticket sales during the 2026 Festival of Flight events.

More info here.

Submissions are due Monday, June 15th at 2:00 PM to tenders@gander.ca 

• Crossroads Family Resource Centre 

• Gander & Area Chamber of Commerce  

• Gander & Area Food Bank  

• Gander Community Tennis Association  

• Gander Curling Club  

• Gander Elks Lodge  

• Gander Golf Club  

• Gander Revolution  

• Gander Rod & Gun Club  

• Gander Wings  

• Housing & Homelessness Hub  

• NG Power Foundation  

• Thomas Howe Foundation  

• YQX Dog Sports  

Through the Capital Investment Program, the Town approved $40,000 for two projects that will expand recreation opportunities and support active living in the community. Together, these grants will help leverage more than $500,000 in community-led investment in recreation infrastructure, active living, and sport tourism. 

The Gander Community Tennis Association received $20,000 toward the development of a covered court facility. The project will help extend the tennis season and create more opportunities for tennis and pickleball programming. 

The YQX Running Club received $20,000 to support the expansion of its Run From Away race platform. The funding will help build capacity for community events, active living initiatives, and sport tourism opportunities. 

The Community Partnership Fund is an annual program that helps local organizations deliver programs, services, and projects. The Town thanks the volunteers and community leaders whose work strengthens Gander and supports a more connected community. 

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