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  • It’s Municipal Election Day – Key Information for Voters

    You can vote from 8am–8pm today at: Fraser Road United Church, 1 Brochen Street

    You do not need ID to vote. If your name isn't on the voter list, you can still vote by signing a declaration.

    Candidate bios are available here.

  • Where to Find Municipal Election Results

    Voting ends at 8:00 p.m. tonight.

    Ballot counting will begin immediately afterward, and results will be shared as they become available through:

    • www.gandercanada.com/election
    • Town of Gander Facebook page (live stream) — beginning at 8:30 p.m.
    • Rogers TV Channel 9 or rogersTV.com — beginning at 8:30 p.m.
  • 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 

  • Read Our Monthly Newsletter: October 2025

    The Town of Gander’s October 2025 Newsletter is now available! 

    Read it here.

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  • VARIANCE FROM REGULATIONS - 4 MacLean Place

    VARIANCE FROM REGULATIONS
    4 MacLean 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 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, October 6, 2025.

    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

      

  • Election Update: Postal Disruption

    Due to the current Canada Post strike, there may be significant delays in mail delivery. This means that vote-by-mail ballots placed in the mail are likely not to reach Town Hall before Election Day.

    If you placed your ballot in the mail on or after September 22, 2025, or if you are concerned about whether your ballot has been received, please contact 709-651-2931 or aoldford@gandercanada.com.

    If you requested a ballot by mail but did not receive it, please reach out to us.

    We are committed to ensuring every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate, and we have measures in place to address these challenges. Your vote matters, and we are committed to ensuring the election proceeds smoothly.

  • Traffic Interruption: September 23, 2025 - 112 Airport Blvd
    Traffic Interruption: September 23, 2025 - 112 Airport Blvd
    Please be advised that there will be a traffic interruption tomorrow, September 23, 2025 at 112 Airport Blvd between the hours of 8:45 AM and 4:00 PM. This interruption is necessary for water repairs. There will be no water shut off during this time.
    We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
  • Water Service Restored - Eastgate Subdivision

    Water Service Restored - Eastgate Subdivision

    Water service has been restored in the area. Thank you for your patience while crews completed the necessary repairs.

  • Water Service Interruption – Eastgate Subdivision
    Water Service Interruption – Eastgate Subdivision
    Effective immediately (10:45 a.m., September 19), water service is unavailable in the Eastgate Subdivision 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.

Contact Us

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

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