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PARKING NOTICE - Friday, August 28

With three events taking place in the area today, August 28, parking at the Steele Community Centre will be limited.

Additional parking will be available at:

• Gander Public Library
• Bell Place
• Gander Academy
• St. Martin’s Hall
• McCurdy Complex
• Town Square
• Fraser Road United Church
• Salvation Army
• Keyin College

Carpooling is encouraged.

Thank you for your cooperation.

NOTICE – Application Withdrawn – 271 Magee Road, Gander, NL

The Town of Gander advises that the application regarding the proposed use of 271 Magee Road for transitional and supportive housing has been withdrawn by the applicant.

As a result, the discretionary use application will not proceed for consideration by Town Council, and no further public representations are required in relation to this application.

The Town thanks residents who provided feedback through the discretionary use process.

This September, Gander will come together to mark 25 years since September 11, 2001, and Operation Yellow Ribbon.

Two special events will take place as part of the 25th anniversary commemorations.

Untold Stories – Reconnected

Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 6–8 p.m.
Gander Airport International Lounge
Doors open at 5 p.m.

Untold Stories – Reconnected will bring together “Plane People,” local residents and others who experienced the events of September 11, 2001, firsthand. Through personal reflections and shared memories, speakers will revisit the six days that changed Gander and the lives of thousands of passengers and crew.

Special guest The Honourable David Collenette, Canada’s Minister of Transport on September 11, 2001, will also share his firsthand perspective on the events of that day and Canada’s response.

Tickets available now: www.showpass.com/25th-anniversary-of-911-untold-stories-reconnected/  

25th Anniversary Commemoration Service

Friday, September 11, 2026 | 2 p.m.
Steele Community Centre

The service will bring together survivors, family members, “Plane People,” volunteers, first responders, military representatives, dignitaries and members of the public.

Through music, personal reflections, tributes and ceremonial elements, we will remember the lives lost, honour those who responded and served, and commemorate the compassion shown by Gander and surrounding communities during Operation Yellow Ribbon.

The final release of tickets is available now: www.showpass.com/25th-anniversary-of-911/

Please note: As the service will be televised live, all members of the general public must be seated in their assigned seats by 1:35 p.m.

Untold Stories – Reconnected
September 10th - 6pm – 8pm – Gander Airport International Lounge
Doors Open at 5pm

Step back 25 years and hear the personal stories behind one of the most extraordinary chapters in Gander’s history - Operation Yellow Ribbon.

Untold Stories – Reconnected brings together “Plane People,” local residents, and others who experienced the events of September 11, 2001, firsthand. Through personal reflections and shared memories, they will revisit the six unforgettable days that changed Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, and the lives of thousands of passengers and crew who found themselves welcomed into communities across Canada.

We are pleased to welcome The Honourable David Collenette, Canada’s Minister of Transport on September 11, 2001, as a special guest. Minister Collenette will share his firsthand perspective on the events of that day and Canada’s unprecedented response to the thousands of passengers diverted to communities across the country.

Through stories of compassion, resilience, unexpected connections, and hope, speakers will share experiences that have remained largely untold over the past 25 years.

This special evening offers a deeply personal look at the human side of September 11 and the remarkable response of the people of Gander and surrounding communities. It is an opportunity to hear the voices behind the history, reflect on the connections formed during those six unforgettable days, and help preserve these stories for generations to come.

Join us for an evening of reflection, gratitude, and storytelling as we reconnect with the people and memories at the heart of one of the most extraordinary stories to emerge from one of the world’s darkest days.

The 25th Anniversary Commemoration Service will take place September 11, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Steele Community Centre. 

The final release of tickets for the Service will be available tomorrow, Thursday, August 27 at 11:00 a.m.

Tickets will be available online at www.showpass.com

Water Shut-Off - August 27, 2026

Please be advised that there will be a water shut-off tomorrow August 27, from 11:00am - 3:30pm for infrastructure repairs affecting the following addresses:

-75-104 Memorial Drive
- 73 Airport Blvd

Additionally, there will be a traffic advisory at 93 Memorial Drive during this time.

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

Last week, the Town of Gander held two Community Safety Engagement Sessions as part of the development of Gander’s Community Safety Plan.
 
The sessions were facilitated by Purposeful Group and included a presentation on research and feedback gathered to date, along with opportunities for participants to provide input.
 
The presentation shared during the sessions is now available on our website. Additional documentation and the final report will be shared as they become available.
 
View the presentation: https://heyor.ca/lLgTJA 

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

• 2005 5 Ton 7400 International Dump Truck
• 2014 International 7400 Aquatech Sewerjet

Closing: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026 at 2:00 pm local time.

View all Open Calls and bid documents here: https://www.gandercanada.com/municipal-government/bids-and-tenders/ 

Road Closure: August 24–25, 2026 – Nungesser Avenue

Please be advised that Nungesser Avenue will be closed on Monday, August 24 and Tuesday, August 25 to conduct a sewer lateral repair.

During this time, there will be no through traffic at 36 Nungesser Avenue.

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

DISCRETIONARY NOTICE - 26 Medcalf Street

Notice is hereby given that Council has received an application from Shine on Wheels Car Detailing & Mobile Services to operate a home office for a mobile car detailing, lawn care and snow removal service from 26 Medcalf 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 August 24, 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