Labrador Morning

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Elections, alarms, wolves and more...

On this episode, we begin introducing you to the Labrador candidates vying for a seat in the upcoming federal election. The federal election is quickly approaching but some polling stations in Labrador are still without workers. Sound the FAKE alarms, we have the details on security drills are happening in the airport this week in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. There's a wolf lurking around Happy Valley-Goose Bay, we heard from residents as well as a wildlife officer about that situation. And October is breast cancer awareness month, we find out what's on the go to help cancer fighters in Labrador

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We talk health, protest, picture and farming...

On today's show health care promises and the federal election campaign. We'll talk to a medical journalist about which party is offering what. We're going to speak with an indigenous youth from Labrador who was in Montreal with climate activist Greta Thunberg on Friday. Bird's Eye Inc was up in Hopedale lately , we'll find out just what the owner, Eldred Allen is doing up there. Them Days editor Aimee Chaulk brings us the story of Labrador`s first full time farmer. When you hear about risk factors for breast cancer, most people think of genetic problems, not lifestyle factors. But up to 1 in 3 cases of breast cancer might be preventable by changing what we do. Dr. Peter Lin will join us with more.

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Labrador youth taking part in strike, update on a Labrador Grenfell Health review, ferry concerns, and much more.

On today's podcast, we'll talk to two Indigenous youth from Labrador who are part-taking in the Climate Change strike happening in Montreal, we'll hear an update on a Labrador Grenfell Health review, we'll hear some concerns that the Nunatsiavut government has for the ferry service, we'll speak with the Tourism Development officer for Nunatsiavut about a cruise ship coming to Nain, and we'll speak with an Indian youth who has a delicious treat for the community potluck happening in Happy Valley Goose-Bay.

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History, museum, celebration and trying to save the earth!

On today's show, Happy Valley turns 76 years old today! And for throwback Thursday we're re-airing an interview with 82-year-old Ronald Perrault about the founding of Happy Valley. A church in Cartwright that was converted into a heritage museum has over 800 items in it, we're going on a tour. Some seniors in HVGB could loose their wheels if the Labrador Friendship Centre doesn't find the money to keep the senior's van going. And we're going to find out how the town of Happy Valle-Goose Bay plans to mark the founding of Happy Valley on September 26, 1943.

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Youth concerns, from environment, to school and travel.

On Today's show we talk about students in Natuashish sent home due to a teacher shortage. We're going to meet a 19 year from Michigan who's riding his bike across Labrador. And we check in with Nunatsiavut Government Minister Jim Lyall to get an update on how the commemoration events for Okak went as well as hear from a descendant.

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Black Tickle water problems, Fall weather concerns, YMCA financial foes, and more

On today's podcast, we'll speak with the Chair of the Local Service District in Black Tickle to find out more about the lack of drinking water within the community, we'll talk to the Torngat Mountains MHA about shipping concerns for the north coast during the fall months, we'll hear more about the new YMCA that's being built in Happy Valley Goose-Bay, We'll take you to the Manishan Nui Innu Community Gathering, and we'll hear a story about Okak from Them Days editor Aimee Chaulk.

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Speaking out on climate change, racism and a commemoration ceremony.

On today's podcast, there's a climate change strike happening all over Canada today, including Happy Valley Goose-Bay. An Inuk mom and student says racist remarks are bad coming from anyone but when they come from political leaders, that's an ever bigger issue. Changes to Transport Canada regulations means a change in venue for an important commemoration ceremony. We head to Cartwright to find out more about this year's Sandwich Bay Heritage Festival.

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Chicken, bogs, population decline and a commemoration of Okak happening in Nain...

On today's show, creating community by getting out of town, we hear more from The Manishan Nui Innu Community Gathering. We find out why the Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association is concerned about ATVs damaging fragile wetlands in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. We talk population decline in the Big Land and we hear from a women who has been raising animals in her own back yard, from dogs, chickens to even bees.

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We drop by the Gathering, hear about Spanish Flu commenorations and meet a new group of volunteers

On today's podcast, the IOC emgergency response team is on fire and we'll find out why. The Manishan Nui Community Gathering is celebrating and educating Innu Culture. We'll hear from the candidates from the Labrador City by-election. An event to commemorate the 100th Anniverary of the Spanish Flu in Okak has been moved to Nain. A organizer tells us why he's dissapointed. We learn about the "lesser goose" that's making a home in Labrador. And we find out about a new volunteer group that`s lending a hand to residents of the long term care home in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

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From the air to the streets...we talk about airfare tarriffs, attend a protest, and do a ride-along.

On today's podcast, we'll talk about the highs and lows of passenger aviation and what you might want to know if you're a frequent traveller. We'll take you to the protest that happened yesterday outside of MHA Perry Trimper's office. We're going to meet Happy Valley-Goose Bay's new community constable during this week's Traffic Tuesday segment.

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Some fit firefighters, big news for the Labrador Institute and the highs and lows of immigration Labrador

On today's show, we'll hear from the First IOC's emergency response team who won bronze at a regional FireFit competition before being called to compete at the world competition. A CBC News Investigation reveals why Atlantic Canada is a hotspot for immigration fraud. We'll find out what a recent Memorial University Senate vote means for the future offering of university programs right here in Labrador. We meet a new Canadian citizen and her family as well as the new Regional settlement Coordinator at the association for new Canadians. And we're going to hear how students at Mealey Mountain Collegiate tell us how they cope with stresses at school.

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Accidental voicemail, The sinking of the MV Apollo, a visit from down under, and an update from a provincial hockey legend

On today's podcast, we talk with the Grand Chief of the Innu Nation to get their reaction to an accidental voicemail left by MHA Perry Trimper that left many Innu people furious. We'll speak with a Radio Canada reporter about the future of the MV Apollo as people want it sunk, on-purpose. We'll also hear from a couple who are visiting central Labrador from down under, we get our spook on just in time for Friday the 13th. And we'll hear an update from a provincial hockey legend.

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We're serving up soft serve, tips on how to stay healthy, and a new idea for keeping kids active.

On today's podcast, we talk with the champions of Cone Wars, who have been named the best soft serve in the province. We'll speak with Labrador Grenfell Healths' new Medical Officer of Health. Residents of the north coast are being asked to sign a petition calling on government to subsidize air travel. We'll hear what summer was like in Battle Harbour. And two mom's in Lab West will tell us about an indoor playground they are opening.

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Inuit art, indigenous land issues, fishing, and more

The Inuit Art Foundation is looking for Inuit Artists to be included in their online data base, you'll hear how you can get your name included. The United Church of Canada wants to know what social justice issues matter to Labradorians; we'll find out why the Minister for Justice and Mission overseeing the Atlantic region has been touring Labrador to connect with groups. NunutuKavut Community Council celebrated while Innu Nation was infuriated we spoke with Innu Nation's legal counsel the issue of indigenous rights and land claims after NCC signed an MOU with the feds last week. They're on the hunt for whelk and scallop in waters near Nain, take a ride on a new vessel searching for a renewed fishery in Nunatsiavut. A strange starfish Rigolet surfaced in Rigolet, we'll hear from, resident Charlotte Wolfrey.

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Outdoor skills, ship delays, and more...

Women from across Labrador will be learning some new outdoor skills this weekend at a camp geared just for them. Reporter Justin Brake, who is facing criminal charges after following a group of protesters into the Muskrat Falls site, is launching a charter challenge to fight against them. Suicide - just mentioning the word can trigger vivid reaction for some. Today, we'll talk about how to prevent it. While some parts of the maritimes are still cleaning up from Hurricane Dorian, Labrador Marine passengers are still catching up... we hear from some.

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Big land adventure, transportation and politicians.

We'll hear from two groups of adventurers who took on the harsh Labrador wilderness over the summer. We also hear about more frustrated people regarding the luggage searches on the Kamutik W. We find out what are the new responsibilities of Lake Melville MHA Perry Trimper. And kids across Labrador are getting ready for what should be there first full week of school and house Doctor Peter Lin, joins us to discuss what parents can do to help avoid any negative experiences.

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A little bird, a visit, a nation and an invitation to join the Air Cadets!

On today's podcast, a little blue bird was making her way around Labrador West, and no, it wasn't the twitter icon. Provinical NDP leader Alison Coffin, along with MHA Jordan Brown, sit down for a chat. We hear about a signing between NunatuKavut Community Council and the Government of Canada that inches them one step closer to a land claims agreement. And we have reaction on that from Gregory Rich, Grand Chief of Innu Nation. Two senior air cadets tell us about their squadron in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and why other young people should join as well.

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It's about taking care of our children and getting the best ferry service for the coast

On today's show we talk about the work put into getting the new pumpkin house up and running.We also hear about the challenges faced by L'École Boréale in HVGB. Then, we'll head to Nain to find out more about the child and youth advocate report on Inuit children in care. And is it time for a road to the north coast? Some people think so as concerns for the new marine service continue to rise. And Splash'n Boots are back for another tour in Labrador.

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Back to school and all that it brings along

On today's show, we hear from Innu Jack Penashue and his reaction about a bridge naming ceremony that has been postponed. We hear all about the first day of school for most students in Labrador and about new homes being built in HVGB by Habitat for Humanity.

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Fall is in the air with harvest gardening, a check in at Smokey Mountain ski hill, and more

With school starting this week, you know ski season is right around the corner, we checked in with Smokey Mountain on some upgrades they've done, and plans they have for the future. A young woman from Port Hope Simpson had an encounter with a wolf on the Trans Labrador Highway. Taste of home....we dropped by a greenhouse in Happy Valley-Goose Bay where the vegetables grown inside are in high demand from the Filipino community. And we checked in with an avid gardener in St. Lewis to see how his vegetables are growing this summer......

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A big laugh, some cool tools, and more...

Bite you're tongue what a toddler did in Lab West will have you laughing. A 3 year old in Lab West flushed his grandmother's teeth down the toilet. Shameless Strut! A new event in Happy Valley Goose Bay is calling for an end to shaming victims of sexual assault, Mokami Status of Women Council is hosting the event. A shed in Labrador West is going to have all the coolest tools. It's a dream for two guys there and they're a lot closer to making it come true.Notice those new benches in front of A&W; in Happy Valley-Goose Bay? They didn't just end up there by accident....

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Boat problems, breakfast with seniors, and more

Sheshatshiu has a new emergency home for foster children and families. A man from Rigolet tells us why he's frustrated with what he says is a lack of customer service on the new boat, the Komatik W - we spoke with Kenny Michelin about his concerns. And we'll also get a response from Labrador Marine, the operator of the vessel. What's that smell! We'll be taking you to an immersive breakfast experience, a little later in the show...

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Slow down Labrador City, a historic walking trail, heading underground at Voisey's Bay and more...

The Meshikamau-shipu has received a national historic designation by Parks Canada. Innu Education is looking to fill some teaching positions at its schools in Natuashish and Sheshatshiu this year. We're getting an update on work that's paving the way for Voisey's Bay mining operations to go underground. And, SLOW DOWN - That's what one mother in Labrador City is asking drivers on her short residential street.

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Find out about a new music festival an Nain a new brewery and perhaps a new BBQ recipe

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Red Bay celebrates 40 years as a National Historic Site.

On today's podcast, we hear about a plane crash that happened a few weeks back that had a happy ending for the pilot. We'll learn why researchers from Dalhousie University are holding a fishery consultation in Nain. The Red Bay National Historic Site is 40-years-old and we'll let you know how they plan to celebrate. We check in with a research vessel that's learning more about the ocean in Northern Labrador. And we are at the dock in Happy Valley-Goose Bay were the MV Seabourn Quest arrived.

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Two new tourism offerings, ferry woes, and Phd projects

On today's podcast, we visit a new cafe in Charlottetown that's serving up traditional favourites with a fresh twist. We'll hear a bed and breakfast owner in Postville who is the newest Labrador listing on Airbnb. We'll hear from two people who are expressing different issues with the new ferry, Kamuatik W. We're taking you to the Pye Farm in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to find why a Memorial Phd student is carrying out a soil survey of the farm. And we'll hear about an old cabin north of Nain and how it has archaeologists scratching their heads.

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We travel the conversation highway of pet care, the need for more cell service, and a look back on a veteran CBC broadcaster.

On today's podcast, we'll hear from the SPCA who is looking for more foster families for their animals. It's Rigolet's turn to get free vet service and we'll find out how. One Labrador woman is wondering when cell service will be in place for emergency situations across Labrador. We pay tribute to a veteran CBC broadcaster who got his start with CBC in Labrador. And we talk road readiness on today's Traffic Tuesday.

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Two successful races - one in canoe and one to fill the shelves of the food bank.

On today's podcast, the winners of the Great Labrador Canoe race this year were from Ontario. We'll hear from them on how it was an easy win. We'll hear an update from the food bank that was having trouble stocking its shelves. We'll find out more about two different projects that set up weather stations this summer to capture local conditions.

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We hear from the Muskrat Falls inquiry and we have your weekend planned!

From the Muskrat Falls inquiry to the church of Battle Harbour and on to activities in central Labrador. On today's show we take you boating, walking, running, cycling, canoeing and barbecuing!

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Are the rising waters on the Churchill River giving you ecological grief?

On today's podcast, we'll hear from a wildlife officer who will give some advice about encountering black bears. We take a long walk along the Churchill River on both sides of the Muskrat Falls reservoir to find out what difference the recent flooding made. We'll talk to a Labrador researcher about the impact of climate change on people's mental health. And a local nursing student is stepping up to help the Happy Valley-Goose Bay food bank stock its shelves.

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DFO's presence in Labrador is expanding and so is a young entrepreneur's impact on his community.

On today's podcast, we'll hear some of yesterdays Muskrat Falls Inquiry proceedings. We'll find out how the Department of Fisheries and Oceans are enhancing its presence in Labrador. Two men riding motorcycles across Labrador tell us why they are bringing awareness to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. And a Labrador youth entrepreneur has been awarded for his impact on the community.

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Parkas for warmth and food for nutrution. We talk about a new project by Canada Goose and keeping the food bank stocked.

On today's podcast, Inuit women have been making parkas for centuries and now Canada Goose wants to commission 20 Inuit seamstresses for the second phase of a project they have been working on. And the food bank in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is struggling to keep the shelves stocked.

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Labrador Morning live from Forteau

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Labrador Morning Live from Red Bay

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Labrador Morning live from Port Hope Simpson

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Tragedy aftermath, a bear attack, farming, barbecuing and more

On today's show, we're dropping by a farm in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to find out how veggies are growing during this cool, rainy summer. Also a woman in Southern Labrador has started a group to help the grieving families in Rigolet after the tragedy earlier this week. We'll also speak with Quebecers who survived a bear attack in Labrador, as well as find out about the Labrador Canoe Regatta, crab fest in Mary's Harbour, the first cruise ship to visit Red Bay this season, and barbecuing in Labrador West.

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A Nain volleyball player is home after a big win. And a Labrador soap company is winning big reviews from locals.

On today's podcast, the community of Rigolet is still coming to gripes with the boating tragedy,we'll hear details from a local search a rescue member. Volleyball is in his blood like many Labradorians, but he is the only one back with a medal from the Eastern Elite Volleyball Tournament over the weekend. We'll hear from Jeremy Holwell and his family. And Spruced Up Labrador is just bubbling over with some news. We'll hear from owner Heather Bursey.

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From the land to the sea. We hear about rocks and lawns and reaction to the new ferry.

On today's podcast, the Geological Survey of Newfoundland and Labrador has been in Hopedale for the month of July. We'll find out what they've been up to. She's been rocking and rolling with the waves of Labrador. We'll hear from passengers who travelled on the Kamutik W during her maiden voyage, as well as some reaction from people living on the south coast. We're taking you to the front lawn of David Barnes in Happy Valley-Goose Bay where his love for hockey has grown so much, he mowed it down.

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More discussions on Muskrat project possible impacts and a tribute to Helen Michelin

On today's show, w'ere going to find out about projects in Labrador receiving federal dollars, We talk about the story of a Labrador residential school survivor which is striking a cord with readers in Poland. Nalcor has been given the go ahead to impound the Muskrat Falls reservoir next week....but just how much of risk does methyl mercury pose? We'll speak with a scientist and an Inuk hunter and fisher. First though, a tribute to Helen Michelin.

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We bring you all the fun stuff happening in the Big Land...

On today's show....we're heading down to Wabush to hear how the races are going for the Labrador West Regatta.. We also head to North West River where the Beach festival kicks off this weekend with a jam-packed schedule..We're going to hear how preparations are coming along for the Trout festival in Makkovik...and get details about the community outdoor market in HVGB. Also, we're checking out the ACT summit, week filled with art technology and culture...and healthy tips for your BBQ this summer.

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It's about past and present and immortalising beautiful scenery of Labrador

On today's show, Innu Nation is standing behind scientific research on Muskrat Falls. We talk to Rigolet's Eldred Allen who took some stunning photos of minke whales. We are also sending you ten years into the future with a Labrador time-capsule and we revisit the past through models at the museum in North West River.

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Muskrat division, elite volleyball and kayaking along the coast of Labrador

On today's show, two of three indigenous communities in Labrador have reached an agreement with the province, they'll get money instead of having the trees and shrubs cleared from the Muskrat reservoir. And going for gold! A volleyball player from Nain tells us about competing in an elite volleyball championship in Nova Scotia this week, where there is only 4 labradorians. And Richard Learning paddled just over 600 km after kayaking 30 days along the Labrador coast this month...We find out how it went.

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Nunatsiavut Government calling on the province to suspend the flooding of the Muskrat Falls reservoir and more on the Kamutik W

On today's show...is the de Havilland Beaver still the best plane for flying in and out remote areas? An aviation artist and researcher thinks so. Also, non-beneficiaries need to buy a permit for harvesting in Nunatisiavut...we'll get the details... and Nunatsiavut Government wants the province to halt plans to flood the MF reservoir...We speak with the Nunatsiavut President to hear his concerns. Also the Kamutik W sailing now, but what do passengers think of the ship...we're also talking about a salmon stocks and what's coming up in Postville for the Fun in the Sun festival.

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Raising questions about the safety of the float plane in last week's crash.. as well as concerns over Cartwright's weather station, a chat about repairing appliances and students-on-ice.

On today's show, the family of an outfitter killed in last week's plane crash in Mistastin Lake has questions about just how safe the Beaver float plane was....we'll hear from Dwayne Winsor's son...we're also checking in with Cartwright to hear concerns about the new automated weather station....and are new appliances built to last? A repairman weighs in..and All aboard..we're meeting young Labradorians who're going on a trip of a lifetime to the Arctic with students on ice.

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From Pride celebrations and the beach in North West River to bbq burgers and a garden in Natuashish...we're serving up a banquet of stories on the show today.

On today's show..we're chatting with a drag queen originally from Labrador West who's taking part in Pride celebrations this weekend... a youth summit kicks off next week...life sized self portaits, music jams, podcasting are just some of the activities planned..also don't park on the beach in North West River...we're speaking with the town about its concerns... we're finding out about a garden in Natuashish, as well as a religous gathering in Quebec that Innu from Labrador are attending..and we continue with our bbq series...we'll a physician in Happy Valley-Goose Bay tells us what he's grilling this summer.

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Take a moment to remember Richard Rich of Rigolet...

On today's show we're paying tribute to a well known Labradorian, Richard Rich of Rigolet passed away and we'll hear how he's being remembered. We go to Nain where people are taking part in a cultural exchange to learn how to prepare moose hides, we heard about what they're learning from the Dene. And with the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing we spoke with Happy Valley-Goose Bay's very own "moon baby".

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Tragedy, goodbyes, challenges and good news...

On today's show, a tragedy left 3 dead and 4 unaccounted when a float plane crashed in Mistastin Lake. We say goodbye to a faithful listener of Labrador Morning.The investment to rejuvenate the landing strip at YYR is promising the lift the ban to land big planes and that's good news for businesses in Goose Bay. Minipi Outfitter's is hosting a running challenge and the name definitely doesn't deceive and four canoers have left Lab City to canoe about 800 KM to Nain, we'll hear about their excursion.

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Money for the Goose Bay airfield, gas for Rigolet and more

You've heard the expression - "I can't hear myself think," well that can happen with animals too, man-made noise pollution interferes with life for marine mammals CBC's Andrew Waterman brings us a piece from under the sea.The new Pumpkin House Day Care is officially open and we got a look inside. 5 Wing base will be flying into the future after a federal government investment. The gas is flowing at Rigolet's community gas station, we spoke with Sarah Leo from the Nunatsiavut Group of Companies.

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Good ideas from labradorians and chatting about summer in them days

On today's show, we take a look at reducing your electric bill talking about the province's first energy efficient "passive house". We talk about bringing a different kind of stitches to the hospital, stitching a little love into the rooms of sick kids, one pillow case at a time. Flying high, we'll hear from a Labrador pilot on what it's like to be listed on the 20 under 40 in Canadian Aerospace. And we step back into the summers gone by with Aimee Chaulk of Them Days.

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Getting in the swing of summer, visiting camp, pride celebrations, barbecuing and more.

We visited the storytelling and social media camp from Nunatukavut. The Nunatsiavut Government is commemorating the 100th anniversary of Okak by inviting one hundred people back to the community. Lab West was recongized by a National Magazine for having one of the best small town pride celebrations. A lifetime achievement award for North west River's own Shirley Montague. Noreen Careen, is and avid volunteer and is one of 5 people across the province being awarded for it. And, it's grilling season and we visited MHA Perry Trimper's back deck for a BBQ question period.

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Voyage along the coast from Cartwright to the Torngat mountains

On today's show we replayed a story from a transgender celebrating one year on hormone therapy. We learn about some facts and myths when it comes to mosquitoes.We take you to Labrador West to talk about the new musical produced by Encore theatre. We find out what's going on in the Torngats this summer. We chat with CBC's Jacob Barker, who's going up the north coast on the Kamutik W and we talk about Salmon season!

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New things coming to the north coast: ferry, cell coverage and American sailors!

On today's show with guest host Alyson Samson we found out how researchers managed to retrieve part of an engine from Air France flight AF 66 in Greenland. We hear about the new cell phone coverage in Nain. Jacob Barker talk to us from the first stop of the Kamutik W in Rigolet. We are live at the pride breakfast in Postville and we jump aboard the sailing vessel Dawn B to meet Americans on their way to Cape Chidler.

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The Kamutik W sets sail today. Tune in for more on the new north coast ferry.

On today's podcast, the rain won't stop the celebration of Pride week in Lake Melville. We hear from participants as to why it's important for them to take part. The MV Kamutik W is leaving for its maiden voyage to the north coast and we'll have a reporter on the ship to document the journey. And we'll hear about what you need to know about the Highway Traffic Act if you're taking your vehicle on the new ferry.

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New signs, the sixties scoop, the start of pride week, and still hoping for a plebiscite...

A class action lawsuit has ruled in favour of survivors of the sixties scoop. Find out who is eligible for compensation and how you can apply. It's Pride Week in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and organizers told us about the tons of events they have planned. Wabush City council has voted down the idea of amalgamation with Lab City twice now, but some residents continue to fight for it to happen, we heard from one of them. Partridges, Salmon and a Boardwalk... does it sound like Rigolet? Well, an artist who lives there thought so and his design won the sign contest for the town... we spoke with Leonard Bennett

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Books and circus...fun times except when it comes to transportation

On today's podcast, we drop y a tiny library set up on a lawn of a residence in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and find out why making it is a dream come true. We hear about a new children's book, The Tale of the Wandering Whale, that will be released in Red Bay this weekend. We speak with the minister of transportation, Steve Cocker, on the upcoming arrival of the Kamutik W and what he's doing to make the "boat plane" less confusing for travellers. We'll hear from the Wonderbolt circus about a documentary airing this weekend on their workshops in Labrador. We'll find out how much damage a black bear can do to your home if its determined to get in. And Sheshatshui musician David Hart opens up about his work, music and how he's sharing his Innu culture.

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Transportation issues: no ferry for the north coast and a scary flight!

On today's podcast, we reair an interview from 2011 with famed fiddle player the late Lester Montague of North West River. If you are a fan of ART and going for a walk in nature, we'll tell you about a new event that mixes the two. We hear from a resident of Hopedale who is stuck in town due to the lack of ferry service and Torngat Mountains MHA Lela Evans talks about issues with transportation on the coast. A steel fabrication shop in Happy Valley-Goose Bay wanted to house a data centre but the town says no and we'll find out why. A passenger on a flight bound for the north coast yesterday tells us about a scary ordeal. We hear a cry from the heart from a foster parent in Nain who says more needs to be done. The changing climate is threatening artefacts in Labrador. We'll hear what scientists are doing about it.

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The sadness of saying goodbye and the joys of tourism in Labrador

On today's show we hear about the late Nelson Belbin, who was L'Anse au Loup's harbour master for years. We also talk about a donation in Labrador city that might make quite the difference for parents mourning after a stillbirth or an infant loss. You'll get the details on two tours aimed at tourists in Labrador, a new virtual tour in Labrador West, and a tour of an old community in southern Labrador. And Life without a gas station in Rigolet is getting more stressful as residents await the reopening of the only pump in town.

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