CBC Radio's Labrador Morning keeps people informed about what's happening around them. Labradorians hear about it first on Labrador Morning.
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Pye Centre talks about solutions for changing environmental conditions
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Adaptation is the name of the game at the Pye Centre. We take you back to the Labrador Campus farm to continue our conversation about solutions to changing environmental conditions on the farm.
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Zack tells us all about the happenings in Labrador for the week of October 18th.
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Settling disputes with Crown Lands has long been an exercise in frustration for people in this province. We hear how the government plans to make that a thing of the past. MHA Perry Trimper joins us.
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42km at 42, we find out how Betty Sampson did in the Trapline Marathon
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She dreamed of running a full marathon after she turned 42 years old. On Sunday, Makkovik's Betty Sampson set out to do just that at the Trapline Marathon. We find out how the 42 km race went.
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How climate is impacting operations at the Pye Centre
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You may have noticed there was no strawberry U-pick held at the Pye Centre this year. That's because the strawberries suffered from a lack of rain this past summer. We'll take you to the farm to learn how changing environmental conditions impact operations.
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MHA Jordan Brown wants water bombers in Labrador
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Labrador West MHA Jordan Brown is throwing water at the idea of Labrador sharing firefighting resources with Quebec.
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From the basement to Budapest. We hear from two Labradorians just back from the World Dart Masters where they represented Canada!
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Kamutik W. shipping deadline for this season
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It won't be long before Labrador's ferry service makes its last call. We hear how the season's going—and get the latest on shipping deadlines—from Labrador Marine's General Manager.
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Air passenger advocate reacts to flight increases in Labrador
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In the last five years, airfare costs have increased by over 30% in Happy Valley-Goose Bay—and over 40% in Labrador West. That's according to a recent study commissioned by the Goose Bay Airport Corporation. We speak with Gábor Lukács, president of the nonprofit Air Passenger Rights.
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Beloved Labrador children’s book “Borrowed Black” turns 45
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Borrowed Black may have borrowed and never gave back. But after 45 years, the story remains a gift for the children of Labrador. We hear from Natan Obed about the classic children's book, which was written by his mother, Ellen Bryan Obed.
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We hear from Makkovik AngajukKâk Barry Andersen about the recent situation with the morgue in Nain—and learn why he lobbied to have a sea can morgue in his community.
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Peter Penashue raises concerns about medical care for inmates
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In a bid to access medical care for their incarcerated son, Peter and Mary Ann Penashue staged a protest outside the RCMP lockup this weekend. Eventually, their son received care - but Peter Penashue says that protest shouldn't have been necessary. We hear from him.
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NL Human Rights Commission coming to Happy Valley-Goose Bay
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If you've ever wanted to know more about your human rights—or if you're curious about how, exactly, to file a human rights complaint—there's a great opportunity to learn more in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. We hear all about the NL Human Rights Commission's upcoming sessions in town this week.
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MHA Lela Evans questions delays with Nain morgue repairs
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The cooling system at the morgue in Nain has been fixed. But Torngat Mountains MHA Lela Evans is questioning why it took so long for NL Health Services to make the repairs. We hear her reaction.
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Happy Valley-Goose Bay mayor on air travel issues in Labrador
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We hear some sobering statistics on rising airfare prices here in Labrador, and we speak with Happy Valley-Goose Bay mayor George Andrews about a recent federal meeting on air travel in the North.
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Dancing the Seven Teachings: A show in HV-GB this weekend bringing together traditional hoop dancing and ballet
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A show bringing together traditional hoop dancing and ballet! We learned all about the "Dancing the Seven Teachings" performance happening in Happy Valley-Goose Bay this weekend. Labrador Morning's Regan Burden spoke with Malgorzata Nowacka-May, the artistic director with the Chimera Project Dance Theatre, and Arik Pipestem, a member of the Tsuut’i…
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How folks in Nain and Natuashish are weathering the storm
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People on Labrador's North Coast could be in for a very stormy weekend ahead. Environment Canada has issued wind and rainfall warnings for Hopedale, Natuashish and Nain. We spoke with three people weathering the storm; Julius Dicker, John Terriak, and Mark Nui.
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An update from Environment Canada's weather office
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With rainfall and wind warnings in effect for the North Coast, we decided to check in Veronica Sullivan from Environment Canada's weather office for the latest.
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St. John's singer-songwriter Mick Davis is bringing his Bob Dylan show to the Labrador West Arts and Culture Centre this Saturday
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Bob Dylan fans in Labrador West are in for a treat this weekend. That's because St. John's singer-songwriter Mick Davis is making his way to the Arts and Culture Centre, with a performance full of Bob Dylan songs.
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The fourth annual Straits Thanksgiving Classic is starting this evening in L'anse au Loup
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The Labrador Straits Thanksgiving Classic is getting started in L'anse au Loup this evening. For more details on the tournament, we spoke with organizers Neko Butt and Laura Oates.
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Labrador folk song collector from West St Modeste (Part Two)
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We brought you part 2 of our conversation with Ellen McDonald, who's recorded thousands of folk songs in Labrador over the years. We heard some of her recordings from the 70s and 80s.
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The One Lunged Wanderer gets ready for the Trapline
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Brad Wade was born with just one lung. But that isn’t stopping him from running the Trapline Marathon. We meet the “one lunged wanderer,” and hear how he’s training for the upcoming 21 km half marathon!
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Foster mother on rewards of fostering children in Labrador
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It's not all sunshine and rainbows. But there are many rewards to taking a foster child into your home. That's the message Jill Elson, a foster parent in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. We hear from her.
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Labrador folk song collector from West St Modeste (Part One)
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Originally from West St Modeste, Ellen McDonald has recorded thousands of Labrador folk songs. Now, she’s sharing her collection in a Facebook group called “Echoes and Legends: The Labrador Straits and Beyond.” We hear how she began collecting folk songs back in the 70s.
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Inuit cultural educator aboard Adventure Canada cruise ship
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Nain was full of visitors yesterday, when a cruise ship from Adventure Canada pulled into the dock. We hear all about it from Randy Edmunds, the Inuit cultural educator on board.
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The smoke alarms in your house could be a lifesaver. But only if you keep them in good working order. That's one of the issues we talk about, as we mark Fire Prevention Month.
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Residents of Natuashish say they're losing sleep due to trees being set on fire at night—and Mushuau Innu First Nation Chief John Nui says the fires pose a serious danger to the community. We learn more about his concerns.
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Competitive cornhole. It's a thing! And a league is starting up in Labrador West tonight. We hear from the couple kickstarting that cornhole league.
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The group Indigenous Performing Arts NL is bringing a new show across the province—highlighting Indigenous stories, songs, drumming and more. We hear about “Nsituninal: Our Voices” from the show’s musical director, Deantha Edmunds, who’s also performing in the show.
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We meet Postville’s Nicole Angela Lane, who runs the “Lady Trapper” youtube channel. We hear why she traveled to Gull Island for the Manishan Nui Community Gathering.
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Labrador West’s Sharon Brown wins Seniors of Distinction award
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In the words of Labrador West's Sharon Brown, fitness is about challenging your limits—not limiting your challenges. We hear all about her "Silver Sneakers" fitness program for women 55 and up, and hear about her recent Seniors of Distinction award.
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Adventure Canada is coming back to Nain, and the whole community is getting ready. We hear how the town is set to welcome visitors arriving on today's cruise ship.
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It's prime time for redberries—and yesterday was a great day for it here in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Seniors with the Nunatsiavut DHSDs in North West River and Happy Valley-Goose Bay headed out to a redberry field, for the berries and a boil-up. We take you there.
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Seniors housing consultation in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
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What kind of housing is needed for seniors in Happy Valley-Goose Bay? Seniors will have a chance to answer that question at consultations happening this afternoon. We hear the details.
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Public Utilities Board looking for feedback on possible gas hikes
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Retailers don't usually ask for our opinion before they raise prices. But the Public Utilities Board is looking for feedback on a possible hike in the cost of gas, diesel, and stove oil. We find out why, and how you can have your say about it.
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Hollis Yetman Jr shares update on Labrador hunting season
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In the wise words of Elmer Fudd, “Be very very quiet...I'm hunting wabbits!” The hunt for partridge and rabbit is already underway in Labrador. We hear an update from Hollis Yetman Jr, from the Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association.
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Countdown to this year’s Trapline Marathon
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The annual running event in Upper Lake Melville is less than a week away. It offers everything from an U12 kids' race, all the way up to a full marathon. Trapline race director, Edward Blake Rudkowski, drops by to run down the details with us.
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Tractor rides, a music garden, cows and so much more. We hear what's going down at this year's Farm Fun Day at the Pye Centre.
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Zack brings you all the happenings in Labrador for the week of October 4th.
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From operating ROVs to learning from marine researchers—Nunatsiavut youth are getting a chance to dive into science. We learn more about an upcoming land-based science camp happening in Nain.
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L’anse au Loup family concerned about doctor availability in Forteau
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On Thursday’s show, we heard Silone and Dorman Fowler’s concerns about an experience at the St. Anthony hospital this summer. We bring you part 2 of that conversation, and hear the Fowlers’ fears about doctor availability in Forteau.
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Little Tree Family Centre kids at the Gull Island Gathering
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We hear from some of the kids with Little Tree Family Centre, and join in on their adventures at the Gull Island Gathering.
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L’anse au Loup family raises concerns about treatment at St. Anthony hospital
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A Labrador man who is quadriplegic is upset about treatment he received in St. Anthony this summer. Silone Fowler and his father Dorman tell us more details.
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Sisters in Spirit Vigil in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
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The Labrador Friendship Centre is holding a Sisters in Spirit Vigil this Friday. We speak with organizer Jill Elson.
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October is Foster Family Appreciation Month. We hear from two Nunatsiavut Government social workers about the events they’re hosting this month, and learn more about the importance of foster families.
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Do you love running? Do you like to win prizes? At a race coming up in Labrador West, you can do all this and more! We hear about the 18th annual Run for the Hills race.
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Response from NL Health Services regarding broken Nain morgue
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Karen Stone, the interim CEO with Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, responds to issues with the broken cooling system at the morgue in Nain.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
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Hundreds of people came out in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We hear a little of what that day sounded like in Kinsmen Park.
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At the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events at Kinsmen Park, there were some demonstrations of Inuit games. Labrador Morning's Regan Burden caught up with the winner of the owl hop—10-year-old Evan Winters.
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After the wildfire evacuations in Churchill Falls last summer, NL Hydro is paying tribute to the residents. We hear all about today's “Power of Community” event from NL Hydro CEO Jennifer Williams.
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