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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).

The Town of Gander is taking coordinated steps to respond to concerns raised by residents about property conditions and rodent activity in some areas of the community. The Town recognizes that this is a sensitive and frustrating issue and assures residents that it is being handled carefully and responsibly.

Following the Special Council Meeting held today at 1PM, the Town of Gander has approved the issuance of a Removal and Remediation Order for the property located at 30 Byrd Avenue.

Multiple concerns were received from nearby residents regarding the deteriorating condition of this private property, including the accumulation of refuse and reports of rodent activity posing a health and safety concern to the surrounding neighbourhood. An inspection confirmed the property to be derelict, and Council has now directed that a formal order be served to the owner under the authority of the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000, the Occupancy and Maintenance Regulations, and the Towns and Local Service Districts Act, 2023.

While a mandatory compliance period will follow the order’s service, the Town recognizes the urgency of the situation and will proceed with emergency pest-control measures along the property boundary and within the Town-owned easement to help mitigate further impact on the neighbourhood.

The Town also acknowledges that there are other properties and areas where maintenance concerns exist, and work is ongoing to address them within the Town’s established processes. These matters take time, and the enforcement and legal steps required can sometimes take longer than preferred. Each situation is being reviewed carefully to ensure any action taken is responsible, effective, and in the community’s best interest.

Beyond this individual property, we are responding to the broader concerns residents have raised about rodent activity in the community, and we are working on developing pest-management strategies to support prevention and control across Gander.

Gander is a well-maintained and beautiful community, though, like every town, it faces occasional challenges that require attention. Council and staff take great pride in the community and remain committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for all residents. The Town will continue to provide updates as progress is made.

For residents looking for information and resources on how to prevent rodent activity, please visit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/pest-control-tips/rats-mice.html

Water Service Interruption – Eastgate Subdivision

Please be advised that there will be a water shut off tomorrow, November 13, 2025 affecting the Eastgate Subdivision between the hours of 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. This interruption is necessary to conduct water main upgrades in the area.

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

Garbage Collection Schedule Change – Remembrance Day

Reminder: Due to Remembrance Day on Tuesday, November 11, garbage collection will take place on Wednesday, November 12.

More information here: www.gandercanada.com/garbage

The roundabout at Cooper Boulevard and Briggs Street will be open to traffic by the end of the day today. The bypass detour will be decommissioned, and the roundabout will be fully functional as designed.

Please note that this remains an active construction site. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and follow all posted signage while traveling through the area.

For more information on how to use a roundabout or to provide feedback, please visit www.gandercanada.com/roundabouts

Waste Transfer Station - November 8, 2025

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

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

Have your say in the 2026 Budget!

Visit https://budgetsurvey.my.canva.site/ to complete the survey.

Survey open until November 17.

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)