Water Service Interruption: Earhart Street - December 8, 2025
Effective immediately, water service is unavailable on Earhart Street (1-41) due to a water main break. Crews are on site and working to complete repairs as quickly as possible. Updates will be provided as restoration progresses.
Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Gander has received an application to renovate the building situated at the above noted address. It is their intent to operate a fitness club on the main floor and develop 4 apartment units on the second floor above the commercial use.
It is noted that this property is situated in a Town Centre (TC) zone under the Town of Gander Development Regulations. Indoor Assembly (fitness club) and Apartments Over Permitted Uses are permitted in this zone as Discretionary Uses 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, Monday, December 15, 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
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
Due to forecasted weather and deteriorating conditions, all administrative offices of the Town of Gander will close at 12:30 p.m. today.
For immediate concerns, residents may contact 709-651-2930.
We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage everyone to stay safe.
Water Shut Off: Baldwin St & MacDonald Dr - December 3, 2025
Please be advised that effective immediately there will be a water shut off affecting 3-23 Baldwin St and 3-78 MacDonald Dr. This interruption is necessary for water main repairs.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Water Shut Off: Hamilton Street - December 3, 2025
Please be advised that effective immediately there will be a water shut off affecting 1-48 Hamilton Street. This interruption is necessary for water main repairs.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
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
The Town of Gander is advising residents that maintenance upgrades will be taking place at the water treatment plant over the next few days. During this time, some processes will be temporarily shut down, which may result in occasional discoloration in the water supply.
This discoloration is a normal and expected part of the maintenance work. Please be assured that the water remains safe and any discoloration should resolve once the upgrades are completed.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Reminder that today is the last day to have your say in the 2026 Budget!
Complete the survey here.
Last week, the Town of Gander hosted an open house to explore proposed amendments to our Municipal Plan aimed at encouraging more housing development and supporting a wider range of housing options in our community.
If you weren’t able to attend, there’s still an opportunity to get informed and share your thoughts. All event materials are available for review, and we invite you to provide your feedback through our public survey.
Click here to view the presentation
Click here to complete survey (open until November 21).
Contact Us
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive,
Gander, NL A1V 1G7 Canada
709-651-2930
Info@gandercanada.com
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