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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
The Town of Gander is developing a Tourism Strategy, and we want to hear from you. Whether you’re a resident, business, or part of the tourism industry, your ideas matter.
Join us:
November 5 at 7 p.m.
November 6 at 11 a.m.
Steele Community Centre – Cafeteria
Together, let’s plan how tourism grows in our community, in ways that support local businesses, create experiences for visitors, and strengthen Gander’s economy.
Register now: https://bit.ly/shapegander
or call 709-651-5927
Garbage Collection Schedule Change – Thanksgiving Day
Reminder: Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday, Monday's garbage collection will take place on Wednesday, October 15th.
More information here: www.gandercanada.com/garbage
Road Closure and Water Shut Off: October 8, 2025 - Mollison Cres
Please be advised that there will be a road closure today, October 8, 2025 on Mollison Cres between the hours of 9:45 AM and 3:00 PM. During this time there will be a water shut off affecting 3-18 Mollison Cres.
This interruption is necessary for water repairs.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Road Closure: October 7, 2025 - Bowes Street
Please be advised that there will be a road closure today, October 7, 2025 on Bowes Street between the hours of 8:45 AM and 4:00 PM. This is necessary to conduct infrastructure repairs. There will be no water shut off during this time.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
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.
Voting ends at 8:00 p.m. tonight.
Ballot counting will begin immediately afterward, and results will be shared as they become available through:
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
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
Contact Us
Town of Gander
100 Elizabeth Drive,
Gander, NL A1V 1G7 Canada
709-651-8696
service@gander.ca
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