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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:

• 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.

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

Read it here.

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