en-ca http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/images/promo-labmorning.jpg http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting CBC Radio's Labrador Morning, hosted by Cindy Wall and Tony Dawson, keeps people informed about what's happening around them. Labradorians hear about it first on Labrador Morning. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright © CBC 2012 podcasting@cbc.ca no CBC Radio CBC,CBC Radio CBC Radio's Labrador Morning, hosted by Cindy Wall and Tony Dawson, keeps people informed about what's happening around them. Labradorians hear about it first on Labrador Morning. http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120529_86521.mp3 People in Happy Valley Goose Bay are accustomed to having a military base that's open to them. Jogging, walking the dog, berry picking are favourite passtimes on base And people have always been able to drive through the North Side gate to places like the military cemetery and Dome Mountain. This week, that's going to change. Restrictions are being placed on two of the three gates that lead to the far side of the base. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Captain Dave Bowen about what people can expect, and why the Wing is making these changes. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Gate closures on Five Wing Goose Bay People in Happy Valley Goose Bay are accustomed to having a military base that's open to them. Jogging, walking the dog, berry picking are favourite passtimes on base And people have always been able to drive through the North Side gate to places like the military cemetery and Dome Mountain. This week, that's going to change. Restrictions are being placed on two of the three gates that lead to the far side of the base. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Captain Dave Bowen about what people can expect, and why the Wing is making these changes. 532 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120529_82938.mp3 Last week, our reporter John Gaudi spent the afternoon rummaging around an archival vault at Them Day's magazine in Happy Valley Goose Bay. He came back to the station with a faded vinyl record called "Sacred Hymns and Anthems." The back of the album was blank...and all we knew was that it was recorded at the United Church in North West River. Well today we can let you in on the whole story behind the recording...thanks to former MP and senator Bill Rompkey. He's on the line with Tony Dawson . http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The story behind an old record of sacred hymes Last week, our reporter John Gaudi spent the afternoon rummaging around an archival vault at Them Day's magazine in Happy Valley Goose Bay. He came back to the station with a faded vinyl record called "Sacred Hymns and Anthems." The back of the album was blank...and all we knew was that it was recorded at the United Church in North West River. Well today we can let you in on the whole story behind the recording...thanks to former MP and senator Bill Rompkey. He's on the line with Tony Dawson . 388 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120529_63773.mp3 It Started thirty years ago, while the military base in Happy Valley Goose Bay was teaming with soldiers from Germany, England and the Netherlands...... They call it the Labrador Soccer Cup. An indoor soccer event meant to give the allies and the locals a reason to get together for a fun ....yet competitive event in the town.. Well , the visiting forces have long since left....but the Lab Cup is alive and well, and entering it's 30th year. And, a driving force from the beginning, first as a player....then a referee, and part of the organizing team is Trevor Paine. He's in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT 30th Labrador Soccer Cup Starts Tongiht It Started thirty years ago, while the military base in Happy Valley Goose Bay was teaming with soldiers from Germany, England and the Netherlands...... They call it the Labrador Soccer Cup. An indoor soccer event meant to give the allies and the locals a reason to get together for a fun ....yet competitive event in the town.. Well , the visiting forces have long since left....but the Lab Cup is alive and well, and entering it's 30th year. And, a driving force from the beginning, first as a player....then a referee, and part of the organizing team is Trevor Paine. He's in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson. 520 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120529_82228.mp3 We have more this morning on the Burton Winters story. By now, most people are familiar with his name. He died on the sea ice off Makkovik after going missing at the end of January. Some people say there needs to be an inquiry into how Search and Rescue officials handled the call for help. One of the searchers is also a Liberal MHA. Randy Edmunds represents Torngat Mountains in the legislature - and he too would like to see an inquiry. Yesterday, he raised concerns about the way the provincial government is responding to his questions. Here's what was said. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT More Burton Winters in the House of Assembly We have more this morning on the Burton Winters story. By now, most people are familiar with his name. He died on the sea ice off Makkovik after going missing at the end of January. Some people say there needs to be an inquiry into how Search and Rescue officials handled the call for help. One of the searchers is also a Liberal MHA. Randy Edmunds represents Torngat Mountains in the legislature - and he too would like to see an inquiry. Yesterday, he raised concerns about the way the provincial government is responding to his questions. Here's what was said. 215 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120528_34306.mp3 The immediate danger is over with the fire on the Goose Bay air base. There is still lots of work to keep this fire contained. And as crews put out the fires, there are questions being raise about how the fire started. The CBC's Peter Cowan went inside the hot zone yesterday and joins Tony Dawson in studio this morning to tell us about the damage, and Happy Valley Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbass is also in studio with Tony to talk about how the town dealt with the fire over the weekend. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Forest Fire on 5 Wing Goose Bay - Now the questions begin The immediate danger is over with the fire on the Goose Bay air base. There is still lots of work to keep this fire contained. And as crews put out the fires, there are questions being raise about how the fire started. The CBC's Peter Cowan went inside the hot zone yesterday and joins Tony Dawson in studio this morning to tell us about the damage, and Happy Valley Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbass is also in studio with Tony to talk about how the town dealt with the fire over the weekend. 876 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120528_71749.mp3 Now that the snow has finally melted, Labradorians aren't losing any time getting started on their gardens Greenthumbs are busily tilling soil, buying plants, and stocking up on supplies. Spring may be a couple of weeks late in the Big Land and there's always a risk of more frost. But some plants are already good to go into the ground. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Birdhouse Garden Market in Happy Valley-Goose to find out about them. He spoke owner Christina Bird. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Green Thumbs in the Big Land Now that the snow has finally melted, Labradorians aren't losing any time getting started on their gardens Greenthumbs are busily tilling soil, buying plants, and stocking up on supplies. Spring may be a couple of weeks late in the Big Land and there's always a risk of more frost. But some plants are already good to go into the ground. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Birdhouse Garden Market in Happy Valley-Goose to find out about them. He spoke owner Christina Bird. 376 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120525_82175.mp3 The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency or ACOA is ending its funding to Economic Development Boards in Newfoundland and Labrador. What does that mean? Well, the Central Labrador Economic Development board is losing 75 per cent of its funding. The province pays the rest at 25 per cent and announced yesterday that its not able to fill in for ACOA. To explain what this means for the Upper Lake Melville area, Carol Best joins us live in our studio. She is the Executive Director of the Central Labrador Economic Development Board. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Severe Cuts To Labrador Economic Development Boards The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency or ACOA is ending its funding to Economic Development Boards in Newfoundland and Labrador. What does that mean? Well, the Central Labrador Economic Development board is losing 75 per cent of its funding. The province pays the rest at 25 per cent and announced yesterday that its not able to fill in for ACOA. To explain what this means for the Upper Lake Melville area, Carol Best joins us live in our studio. She is the Executive Director of the Central Labrador Economic Development Board. 442 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120525_21191.mp3 It's time for spring cleaning in Labrador. But 'Them Days' archive is hoping people won't throw out valuable historical material along with the trash. It's hosting a spring cleaning event today and tomorrow at its office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Them Days is encouraging people to drop of historical material that will be put away in a safe place. But it will also make copies if people can't part with their originals just yet. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with archivist Tracy Leal about what they're looking for. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Them Days Archives Wants Your (Not So Junky) Junk It's time for spring cleaning in Labrador. But 'Them Days' archive is hoping people won't throw out valuable historical material along with the trash. It's hosting a spring cleaning event today and tomorrow at its office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Them Days is encouraging people to drop of historical material that will be put away in a safe place. But it will also make copies if people can't part with their originals just yet. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with archivist Tracy Leal about what they're looking for. 452 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120525_58702.mp3 Last week, archaeologists from across Canada met in Montreal at a national conference. The talk at the event was dominated by federal budget cuts, particularly to Parks Canada and national museums. It emerged from that conversation that there may be a serious plan to sell some of Canada's historical artifacts, and permanently store others. And that may include artifacts related to Labrador. Peter Pope was there at the conference. He's an archaeology professor at Memorial University. He joins us by phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Will Government Cuts Force The Sale Of Historical Artifacts? Last week, archaeologists from across Canada met in Montreal at a national conference. The talk at the event was dominated by federal budget cuts, particularly to Parks Canada and national museums. It emerged from that conversation that there may be a serious plan to sell some of Canada's historical artifacts, and permanently store others. And that may include artifacts related to Labrador. Peter Pope was there at the conference. He's an archaeology professor at Memorial University. He joins us by phone. 460 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120525_62945.mp3 Across the country, many public schools have moved to all day kindergarten. And here in Newfoundland and Labrador, there is a push to implement it. Right now, there are already a few independent schools in the province that offer all-day lessons. The latest is in Labrador. Eric G. Lambert School in Churchill Falls gets its funding from Nalcor, not the province. And they are giving all day kindergarten a try this September. To find out why, we're joined by principal Steve Power. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT All Day Kindergarten For Churchill Falls Across the country, many public schools have moved to all day kindergarten. And here in Newfoundland and Labrador, there is a push to implement it. Right now, there are already a few independent schools in the province that offer all-day lessons. The latest is in Labrador. Eric G. Lambert School in Churchill Falls gets its funding from Nalcor, not the province. And they are giving all day kindergarten a try this September. To find out why, we're joined by principal Steve Power. 267 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120524_99165.mp3 Earlier this week, a Quebec Innu band accused Nalcor of cutting and pasting research from a Texan Oil and Gas Exploration Manual into an environmental impact statement for the Lower Churchill. The Ekuanitshit Innu say they discovered that sections of Nalcor's report on transmission lines were strikingly similar to a report prepared for an organization in Houston, Texas. David Shultze is a lawyer who represents the Innu band. He joins us by phone. We also speak with Gilbert Bennett, Nalcor's Vice President, Lower Churchill. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quebec Innu Band Questions Nalcor Environmental Assessment Earlier this week, a Quebec Innu band accused Nalcor of cutting and pasting research from a Texan Oil and Gas Exploration Manual into an environmental impact statement for the Lower Churchill. The Ekuanitshit Innu say they discovered that sections of Nalcor's report on transmission lines were strikingly similar to a report prepared for an organization in Houston, Texas. David Shultze is a lawyer who represents the Innu band. He joins us by phone. We also speak with Gilbert Bennett, Nalcor's Vice President, Lower Churchill. 741 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120524_24191.mp3 People in Hopedale are dealing with a limited supply of fuel in their community. Last week, they went without fuel for two days. Now, they are being rationed. And there's still no word from fuel providers, Woodwards, about what happened. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Wayne Piercy about the fuel situation in Hopedale. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Fuel Rations In Hopedale People in Hopedale are dealing with a limited supply of fuel in their community. Last week, they went without fuel for two days. Now, they are being rationed. And there's still no word from fuel providers, Woodwards, about what happened. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Wayne Piercy about the fuel situation in Hopedale. 279 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120524_52703.mp3 Say good bye to your treadmill for a little while. The gym at Five Wing Goose Bay is shutting down Monday, until the first week of August. The roof is leaking and it needs to be repaired ASAP. That means military and civilians in Happy Valley Goose Bay have to find alternative ways to work out. Colleen popped by the cardio room at the gym to talk with Cyril Brennan. He's the Deputy Personal Support Program manager for Five Wing Goose Bay. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT 5 Wing Gym Closes For Repairs Say good bye to your treadmill for a little while. The gym at Five Wing Goose Bay is shutting down Monday, until the first week of August. The roof is leaking and it needs to be repaired ASAP. That means military and civilians in Happy Valley Goose Bay have to find alternative ways to work out. Colleen popped by the cardio room at the gym to talk with Cyril Brennan. He's the Deputy Personal Support Program manager for Five Wing Goose Bay. 381 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120524_67732.mp3 There has been a lot of pressure inside this province for the premier to call an inquiry into the death of Burton Winters. But Kathy Dunderdale has resisted - first insisting she does not have the authority to call one, and later expressing doubts about whether an inquiry is even needed. During an interview for this week's On Point television show with David Cochrane, Penashue talked about the call for an inquiry. Here's some of what he had to say. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - Penashue Responds To Call For Inquiry There has been a lot of pressure inside this province for the premier to call an inquiry into the death of Burton Winters. But Kathy Dunderdale has resisted - first insisting she does not have the authority to call one, and later expressing doubts about whether an inquiry is even needed. During an interview for this week's On Point television show with David Cochrane, Penashue talked about the call for an inquiry. Here's some of what he had to say. 203 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120524_87534.mp3 Each month, movie buffs meet up at the Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay to watch films about Labrador. The Labradorians on Film screenings are a hit in town. But now, promoting a film culture in Labrador is being taken one step further. The Labrador Film Foundation is getting off the ground this Saturday. To tell us more about it we're joined by Mark Turner. He is a founding member. And he's on the line from Toronto. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Film Foundation Expects Growth Each month, movie buffs meet up at the Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay to watch films about Labrador. The Labradorians on Film screenings are a hit in town. But now, promoting a film culture in Labrador is being taken one step further. The Labrador Film Foundation is getting off the ground this Saturday. To tell us more about it we're joined by Mark Turner. He is a founding member. And he's on the line from Toronto. 312 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120523_57777.mp3 Musicians from Labrador and the Island are speaking out against a cut to CBC's music recording. Studio F is being de-comissioned in St. John's along with the mobile recording unit. The number of live music recordings done in the province will be cut significantly. A petition has been launched to try and reverse the decision. Donna Roberts is local musician in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. She's also the Vice-Chair of Music NL. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with her about how the cut will affect musicians. and to Denise Wilson , Managing Director for CBC Newfoundland and Labrador http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT CBC Cuts - Music in Newfoundland and Labrador Musicians from Labrador and the Island are speaking out against a cut to CBC's music recording. Studio F is being de-comissioned in St. John's along with the mobile recording unit. The number of live music recordings done in the province will be cut significantly. A petition has been launched to try and reverse the decision. Donna Roberts is local musician in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. She's also the Vice-Chair of Music NL. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with her about how the cut will affect musicians. and to Denise Wilson , Managing Director for CBC Newfoundland and Labrador 684 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120523_23646.mp3 Yesterday on Labrador Morning Bonnie Learning from the SPCA joined us to talk about some offensive comments posted on their facebook page. President Lee Hill made a comment along the lines of "I want to go down there and blow them all away" She was refering to the animal abusers that crushed the skull of a puppy found in Sheshashiu that had to be put down because of its injuries. Lee Hill apologized for her comments on the facebook page... But many other offensive comments followed...which many have called racist. We asked you to respond to this story. Here is some of your Talkback. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT SPCA fallout Yesterday on Labrador Morning Bonnie Learning from the SPCA joined us to talk about some offensive comments posted on their facebook page. President Lee Hill made a comment along the lines of "I want to go down there and blow them all away" She was refering to the animal abusers that crushed the skull of a puppy found in Sheshashiu that had to be put down because of its injuries. Lee Hill apologized for her comments on the facebook page... But many other offensive comments followed...which many have called racist. We asked you to respond to this story. Here is some of your Talkback. 547 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120523_13096.mp3 In 2006, the Conservatives made some high profile promises to 5-Wing Goose Bay. They included stationing a 650 member rapid reaction army battalion here, and a new long-rang unmanned aerial vehicle squadron. But, in a recent response to questions tabled in parliament, Defence Minister Peter MacKay said that those commitments are now off the table. To explain, Minister Peter Penashue joins us by telephone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Peter Penashue - On Conservative promisies to 5 Wing Goose Bay In 2006, the Conservatives made some high profile promises to 5-Wing Goose Bay. They included stationing a 650 member rapid reaction army battalion here, and a new long-rang unmanned aerial vehicle squadron. But, in a recent response to questions tabled in parliament, Defence Minister Peter MacKay said that those commitments are now off the table. To explain, Minister Peter Penashue joins us by telephone. 452 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120523_95983.mp3 It's not everyday that opera singers come to Labrador. But yesterday, students at Peacock Primary in Happy Valley-Goose Bay got a special musicial treat at school. The Opera Roadshow was in town. And music students at Memorial put on a live opera called The Witch's Nose. They sang it in French. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Peacock Primary to take in the live performance. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Opera on the road in Happy Valley Goose Bay It's not everyday that opera singers come to Labrador. But yesterday, students at Peacock Primary in Happy Valley-Goose Bay got a special musicial treat at school. The Opera Roadshow was in town. And music students at Memorial put on a live opera called The Witch's Nose. They sang it in French. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Peacock Primary to take in the live performance. 507 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120523_18565.mp3 She's heard back, and so far she's not happy with the response she's getting. We're talking about letters Premier Kathy Dunderdale has received from Defence Minister Peter Mackay. She wrote Mackay with questions, following the failed search for Burton Winters. He died on the sea ice, after being reported missing from his home in Makkovik. Here's the exchange between the premier and Opposition Leader Dwight Ball in the legislature yesterday. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Premier Dunderdale- Not happy with Federal Defence Minister over the Burton Winters search She's heard back, and so far she's not happy with the response she's getting. We're talking about letters Premier Kathy Dunderdale has received from Defence Minister Peter Mackay. She wrote Mackay with questions, following the failed search for Burton Winters. He died on the sea ice, after being reported missing from his home in Makkovik. Here's the exchange between the premier and Opposition Leader Dwight Ball in the legislature yesterday. 230 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120522_33197.mp3 This is the tenth year for Relay for Life and the all night fundraiser is still going strong in Labrador. Communities across this big land host relays to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society and show their support for those who've been affected by cancer. This morning we are checking in with some Labrador towns to see how plans are going for this year's Relay for LIfe. First we start in Charlottetown with organizer chair Boyce Turnbull. Next up is Sheila Chubbs. She's the chair of the Relay for Life for Labrador Straits. and Brian Cottrell is the Chair for Happy Valley Goose Bay. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Relays for Life This is the tenth year for Relay for Life and the all night fundraiser is still going strong in Labrador. Communities across this big land host relays to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society and show their support for those who've been affected by cancer. This morning we are checking in with some Labrador towns to see how plans are going for this year's Relay for LIfe. First we start in Charlottetown with organizer chair Boyce Turnbull. Next up is Sheila Chubbs. She's the chair of the Relay for Life for Labrador Straits. and Brian Cottrell is the Chair for Happy Valley Goose Bay. 696 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120522_24450.mp3 It started last week, when the Happy Valley Goose Bay SPCA posted a picture of a puppy to their Facebook page. The puppy was in such bad shape it had to be euthanized. In the days that followed, over a hundred comments were posted. And some of those comments are being called offensive, and racist. To explain what happened, we're joined by SPCA spokesperson Bonnie Learning. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Happy Valley Goose Bay SPCA - Apologizing after a string of offensive comments It started last week, when the Happy Valley Goose Bay SPCA posted a picture of a puppy to their Facebook page. The puppy was in such bad shape it had to be euthanized. In the days that followed, over a hundred comments were posted. And some of those comments are being called offensive, and racist. To explain what happened, we're joined by SPCA spokesperson Bonnie Learning. 426 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120522_50878.mp3 People in Black Tickle are facing some big challenges. Last night the community came together to figure out what to do now that the crab plant is closed. It's the only major employer in the community. The CBC's Peter Cowan travelled to the community for the meeting, he's with us now live this morning in studio with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Difficult choices in Black Tickle People in Black Tickle are facing some big challenges. Last night the community came together to figure out what to do now that the crab plant is closed. It's the only major employer in the community. The CBC's Peter Cowan travelled to the community for the meeting, he's with us now live this morning in studio with Tony Dawson. 431 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120522_43112.mp3 Monday was a holiday for most of us. But 140 runners in Happy Valley Goose Bay got up bright and early to pound the pavement. The Victoria Day event was organized by the Trapline running club. CBC's Peter Cowan caught up with some of the runners. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Trapline Running Club - Victoria Day run Monday was a holiday for most of us. But 140 runners in Happy Valley Goose Bay got up bright and early to pound the pavement. The Victoria Day event was organized by the Trapline running club. CBC's Peter Cowan caught up with some of the runners. 258 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_49149.mp3 Defence Minister Peter MacKay has called into question the promises made by the federal government for the future of 5-Wing Goose Bay. Prime Minister Stephen Harper had promised to station a new, 650-member rapid reaction army battalion at CFB Goose Bay, plus a new long-range unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squadron at the base. But the recent response from MacKay tabled in parlament says "there are currently no plans" to establish a 650-member battalion at 5 Wing. The change came as a surprise to Happy Valley Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbas. He spoke to CBC Reporter Peter Cowan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Government promises for 5 Wing Goose Bay - No longer part of military's plans Defence Minister Peter MacKay has called into question the promises made by the federal government for the future of 5-Wing Goose Bay. Prime Minister Stephen Harper had promised to station a new, 650-member rapid reaction army battalion at CFB Goose Bay, plus a new long-range unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squadron at the base. But the recent response from MacKay tabled in parlament says "there are currently no plans" to establish a 650-member battalion at 5 Wing. The change came as a surprise to Happy Valley Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbas. He spoke to CBC Reporter Peter Cowan. 210 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_85323.mp3 All morning, we've been talking about what people are doing to clean-up their neck of the woods in Labrador. And it has been busy one. Everyone from local businesses to students and the military to many others have taken at least 15 minutes out of their day to help clean-up the Big Land. John Gaudi is at the hospital in Happy Valley-Goose Bay with Allan Bock, the communications manager for Labrador Grenfell Health. and.....Colleen Connors is joined now by Nathaniel Pollock with the Trappers Running Club The learn- to- run program is underway and now its the season for group runs. The club is hosting a Trappers Running Club Victoria Day Run on Monday. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Morning 15 Minute Community Cleanup - John and Colleen at LG Health parking lot All morning, we've been talking about what people are doing to clean-up their neck of the woods in Labrador. And it has been busy one. Everyone from local businesses to students and the military to many others have taken at least 15 minutes out of their day to help clean-up the Big Land. John Gaudi is at the hospital in Happy Valley-Goose Bay with Allan Bock, the communications manager for Labrador Grenfell Health. and.....Colleen Connors is joined now by Nathaniel Pollock with the Trappers Running Club The learn- to- run program is underway and now its the season for group runs. The club is hosting a Trappers Running Club Victoria Day Run on Monday. 483 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_92984.mp3 This morning for our Labrador Morning 15 minute Community Cleanup, , Colleen Connors is standing by with Captain Dave Bowen at Kinsmen Park in Happy Valley Goose Bay. A busload of military personelle from 5 Wing Goose Bay is busily cleaning-up the park. John Gaudi is with Georgina Tuttle at Tim Hortons, who's stepped away from the morning rush. and Cst. Cliff Sampson with the Town of Happy Valley Goose Bay. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Morning 15 Minute Community Cleanup - John and Colleen on the road This morning for our Labrador Morning 15 minute Community Cleanup, , Colleen Connors is standing by with Captain Dave Bowen at Kinsmen Park in Happy Valley Goose Bay. A busload of military personelle from 5 Wing Goose Bay is busily cleaning-up the park. John Gaudi is with Georgina Tuttle at Tim Hortons, who's stepped away from the morning rush. and Cst. Cliff Sampson with the Town of Happy Valley Goose Bay. 786 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_19696.mp3 The province of Newfoundland and Labrador is putting a new spin on celebrating youth. Instead of another plaque and a handshake, they are now giving away custom made guitars as awards. It's called the You Rock award and Regan Burden from Port Hope Simpson is one of the eight receipients. Burden was treated like royality at a You Rock ceremony in St. John's last week and joins Colleen with all the details http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Regan Burden from Port Hope Simpson wins the "You Rock" Award The province of Newfoundland and Labrador is putting a new spin on celebrating youth. Instead of another plaque and a handshake, they are now giving away custom made guitars as awards. It's called the You Rock award and Regan Burden from Port Hope Simpson is one of the eight receipients. Burden was treated like royality at a You Rock ceremony in St. John's last week and joins Colleen with all the details 336 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_72630.mp3 We're going down the highway to find out about clean-ups happening in other parts of the Upper Lake Melville Area. Later this morning, students in Sheshatshiu will be heading outdoors to do their part. Eugene Hart is the school's Innu Vice-Principal. He's organizing the clean-up at the school. He's on the line with us Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Morning 15 Minute Community Cleanup - Sehshatshiu We're going down the highway to find out about clean-ups happening in other parts of the Upper Lake Melville Area. Later this morning, students in Sheshatshiu will be heading outdoors to do their part. Eugene Hart is the school's Innu Vice-Principal. He's organizing the clean-up at the school. He's on the line with us Tony Dawson. 187 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120518_10334.mp3 We've had some early birds out cleaning up this morning. Hollis Yetman was out picking up trash at the dock area in Happy Valley Goose Bay. Cardboard, beer bottles, chips bags and candy wrappers.. There's just about every kind of garbage on the roads in St. Lewis. And now that the snow is melted, you can see even more litter and debris. Warrick Chubbs and his wife Elaine pick up a lot of garbage on their walks. But they are making an extra effort today for our 15 minute Community Clean Up. Warrick and Hollis join Tony Dawson by telephone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 18 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Morning 15 Minute Community Cleanup - St. Lewis and HVGB marina We've had some early birds out cleaning up this morning. Hollis Yetman was out picking up trash at the dock area in Happy Valley Goose Bay. Cardboard, beer bottles, chips bags and candy wrappers.. There's just about every kind of garbage on the roads in St. Lewis. And now that the snow is melted, you can see even more litter and debris. Warrick Chubbs and his wife Elaine pick up a lot of garbage on their walks. But they are making an extra effort today for our 15 minute Community Clean Up. Warrick and Hollis join Tony Dawson by telephone. 386 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120517_41405.mp3 It's a challenging time for people in the community of Mud Lake. For the last week, water levels on the Churchill River have been rising..because the ice is not letting go along with the water.. And on Tuesday the river flooded its banks. Now some residents in Mud Lake are dealing with homes full of water. To find out more we've reached Dave Raeburn in Mud lake. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Flooded Homes in Mud Lake It's a challenging time for people in the community of Mud Lake. For the last week, water levels on the Churchill River have been rising..because the ice is not letting go along with the water.. And on Tuesday the river flooded its banks. Now some residents in Mud Lake are dealing with homes full of water. To find out more we've reached Dave Raeburn in Mud lake. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson 239 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120517_41522.mp3 Laura Battcock started out dancing in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before moving to Montreal. She's completing a dance program at Concordia University. Tonight, she's performing again at the O'brien Arts Centre in the Let's Dance show. She doing a solo called It's Not Linear It's the final piece she's choreographed for her dance program. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Laura Battcock at the theatre to find out about her dance. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Laura Battcock - On stage at the O'Brien Arts centre Laura Battcock started out dancing in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before moving to Montreal. She's completing a dance program at Concordia University. Tonight, she's performing again at the O'brien Arts Centre in the Let's Dance show. She doing a solo called It's Not Linear It's the final piece she's choreographed for her dance program. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Laura Battcock at the theatre to find out about her dance. 287 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120517_28167.mp3 About a month ago we spoke with Kesha Gregoire and Rachel Watts about their story book business plan. The two want to create a story book based on legends from their Inuit and Innu backgrounds. The plan was so good, it won them a spot at the E-spirit National Business Competition in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The students took part in a trade show with hundreds of other students from across Canada and they presented their business plan to a panel of judges. Colleen reached Rachel Watts, Kesha Gregoire and their teacher Marilyn Chubbs in Winnipeg. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT North West River River students travel to Winnipeg to pitch their business plan About a month ago we spoke with Kesha Gregoire and Rachel Watts about their story book business plan. The two want to create a story book based on legends from their Inuit and Innu backgrounds. The plan was so good, it won them a spot at the E-spirit National Business Competition in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The students took part in a trade show with hundreds of other students from across Canada and they presented their business plan to a panel of judges. Colleen reached Rachel Watts, Kesha Gregoire and their teacher Marilyn Chubbs in Winnipeg. 322 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120516_91395.mp3 There's an unsightly mess in Happy Valley-Goose Bay now that the snow has melted. Coffee cups, stryofoam, bits of plastic...you name it...there's plenty of trash strewn about. But you can help. Here at Labrador Morning we're hosting a community clean-up this Friday. Lydia Chubbs is a town councillor in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. . She is the chair of the environmental committee. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with Chubbs on Kelland Drive to see just how bad the town's litter problem is..and... John wandered down to the post office in the Valley to find out what other people think. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Clean-up in Labrador There's an unsightly mess in Happy Valley-Goose Bay now that the snow has melted. Coffee cups, stryofoam, bits of plastic...you name it...there's plenty of trash strewn about. But you can help. Here at Labrador Morning we're hosting a community clean-up this Friday. Lydia Chubbs is a town councillor in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. . She is the chair of the environmental committee. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with Chubbs on Kelland Drive to see just how bad the town's litter problem is..and... John wandered down to the post office in the Valley to find out what other people think. 578 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120516_36210.mp3 The SPCA in Happy Valley-Goose Bay recieved a suprise donation from afar yesterday. A business in Nova Scotia is donating 10-thousand dollars worth of windows and doors for the new shelter. It's one step closer to their goal of getting a new shelter built this summer. But there's still lots of money needed before that can happen. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Bonnie Learning to find out about this latest donation. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Big donation to SPCA in Labrador The SPCA in Happy Valley-Goose Bay recieved a suprise donation from afar yesterday. A business in Nova Scotia is donating 10-thousand dollars worth of windows and doors for the new shelter. It's one step closer to their goal of getting a new shelter built this summer. But there's still lots of money needed before that can happen. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Bonnie Learning to find out about this latest donation. 308 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120516_11883.mp3 Makkovik Nurse Goldie White is on a personal quest to get kids in the community to wash their hands. She's taking her message to the school -- and started a colouring contest. And to ensure she has kid's attention, she's put up money out of her own pocket as prizes. Why is she so passionate about a topic like hand hygiene? Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord found out. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Makkovik nurse Goldie White wants you to wash your hands Makkovik Nurse Goldie White is on a personal quest to get kids in the community to wash their hands. She's taking her message to the school -- and started a colouring contest. And to ensure she has kid's attention, she's put up money out of her own pocket as prizes. Why is she so passionate about a topic like hand hygiene? Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord found out. 275 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120516_70834.mp3 Two volleyball teams representing Nunatsiavut will be going for gold this summer. They'll be competing against teams from Canada and the U.S. at an aboriginal volleyball tournament. But first players have to make the cut. Try-outs are being held in Nain this week to put together a boys and a girls team. To tell us more about it we're joined by the Chair of the Torngat Recreation Commission. John Andersen is on the line from Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nain Volleyball players trying out for a international aboriginal tournament Two volleyball teams representing Nunatsiavut will be going for gold this summer. They'll be competing against teams from Canada and the U.S. at an aboriginal volleyball tournament. But first players have to make the cut. Try-outs are being held in Nain this week to put together a boys and a girls team. To tell us more about it we're joined by the Chair of the Torngat Recreation Commission. John Andersen is on the line from Makkovik. 268 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120515_53226.mp3 Mastering those impressive ballet moves that send you soaring into to the air -- takes hours of practice. But sometimes ballerinas can't get airborne on their own. Well, students in the Let's Dance program in Happy Valley-Goose Bay are getting a helping hand. They've enlisted their male classmates at Mealy Mountain Collegiate to do the heavy lifting. Tonight, they're putting on a show at the O'Brien Arts Centre to show just what they can do. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with some of the couples at a dance practice. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Young Men Help In Ballet Performance Mastering those impressive ballet moves that send you soaring into to the air -- takes hours of practice. But sometimes ballerinas can't get airborne on their own. Well, students in the Let's Dance program in Happy Valley-Goose Bay are getting a helping hand. They've enlisted their male classmates at Mealy Mountain Collegiate to do the heavy lifting. Tonight, they're putting on a show at the O'Brien Arts Centre to show just what they can do. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with some of the couples at a dance practice. 405 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120515_24736.mp3 Nain teenager Nicky Okkuatsiak is joining an elite group of under 18 athletes. Only a handful of volleyball players get a spot on the boys provincial volleyball team. Nicky is the only player to make it from Labrador. And living in a remote community like Nain means it's tough to train. And a long journey to travel to games. Nicky and his coach Damien Barter join us on the line from Nain. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nain Student Joins Boys Provincial Volleyball Team Nain teenager Nicky Okkuatsiak is joining an elite group of under 18 athletes. Only a handful of volleyball players get a spot on the boys provincial volleyball team. Nicky is the only player to make it from Labrador. And living in a remote community like Nain means it's tough to train. And a long journey to travel to games. Nicky and his coach Damien Barter join us on the line from Nain. 390 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120515_49598.mp3 Lately in question period, the opposition has been hammering the Dunderdale government about the search for Burton Winters. Like many who have taken to the streets here in Labrador, opposition members are calling on the government for an inquiry into the search and rescue response. Here is an exchange yesterday between opposition leader Dwight Ball and Premier Kathy Dunderdale. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - Dunderdale On Inquiry Lately in question period, the opposition has been hammering the Dunderdale government about the search for Burton Winters. Like many who have taken to the streets here in Labrador, opposition members are calling on the government for an inquiry into the search and rescue response. Here is an exchange yesterday between opposition leader Dwight Ball and Premier Kathy Dunderdale. 84 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120515_31044.mp3 Here at Labrador Morning we were very sad to hear of the death of Alton Best on Friday. Alton was a Labrador legend -- best known as a founding member of the band the Flummies. And looking back into our archives shows how influential the band was here in Labrador. According to our logs, we've played Flummies songs on the show over 8-hundred times since 2000. And over the years, Alton has been a guest on our show a number of times. Most recently, Colleen Connors spoke with Alton about being inducted into the the Order of Newfoundland. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Alton Best Remembered - The Order Of Newfoundland Here at Labrador Morning we were very sad to hear of the death of Alton Best on Friday. Alton was a Labrador legend -- best known as a founding member of the band the Flummies. And looking back into our archives shows how influential the band was here in Labrador. According to our logs, we've played Flummies songs on the show over 8-hundred times since 2000. And over the years, Alton has been a guest on our show a number of times. Most recently, Colleen Connors spoke with Alton about being inducted into the the Order of Newfoundland. 156 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120514_88035.mp3 Municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador are required to have plans in place to deal with all kinds of emergencies. It takes a lot of time and effort to be ready in case of a major disaster like a forest fire, a complete loss of things like electricity or water. Many will still remember the great storm of the early eighties when many residents of Labrador City had to evacuate their homes. Labrador Morning's Mike Power met up with Labrador City town manager Jeff Boland and asked him about Labrador City's newest plan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Emergency Preparedness in Labrador City Municipalities in Newfoundland and Labrador are required to have plans in place to deal with all kinds of emergencies. It takes a lot of time and effort to be ready in case of a major disaster like a forest fire, a complete loss of things like electricity or water. Many will still remember the great storm of the early eighties when many residents of Labrador City had to evacuate their homes. Labrador Morning's Mike Power met up with Labrador City town manager Jeff Boland and asked him about Labrador City's newest plan. 318 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120514_50752.mp3 Thirty German airforce crew have been in Happy Valley-Goose Bay doing low level flights and technical training for the past two weeks. And they'll be back again in the fall. This summer, an unmanned drone will be taking to the skies over Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The "Barracuda" will be returning to Five Wing Goose Bay to do test flights. Colleen Connors spoke with Nicolas Chamussy of the European defence company Cassidian about it. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT German Unmanned Drones At 5 Wing Thirty German airforce crew have been in Happy Valley-Goose Bay doing low level flights and technical training for the past two weeks. And they'll be back again in the fall. This summer, an unmanned drone will be taking to the skies over Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The "Barracuda" will be returning to Five Wing Goose Bay to do test flights. Colleen Connors spoke with Nicolas Chamussy of the European defence company Cassidian about it. 314 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120514_75718.mp3 Horace Goudie is turning 90 years old today. To mark the occasion, we've dug into our archives and found a Land and Sea episode dating back to 1977. Damming Muskrat Falls was already being talked about back then. And Horace Goudie and two other trappers went down the Churchill River for one, what they thought was, last run http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Archive Tape Of Horace Goudie From 1977 Horace Goudie is turning 90 years old today. To mark the occasion, we've dug into our archives and found a Land and Sea episode dating back to 1977. Damming Muskrat Falls was already being talked about back then. And Horace Goudie and two other trappers went down the Churchill River for one, what they thought was, last run 165 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120514_22711.mp3 Most Labradorians think low level flying is a thing of the past at Five Wing Goose Bay. Its heyday was in the 80s and 90s. But the German Air Force is bringing a little of that back again. For the past two weeks, a crew has been doing low level flights and technical training in Labrador. Colleen Connors dropped by a hanger on Five Wing Goose Bay to speak with Captain Klaus Plasa who first came here in the mid 80s. They stood beside a German transport aircraft the crew brought with them. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Germans Again Taking To Skies Over Happy Valley-Goose Bay Most Labradorians think low level flying is a thing of the past at Five Wing Goose Bay. Its heyday was in the 80s and 90s. But the German Air Force is bringing a little of that back again. For the past two weeks, a crew has been doing low level flights and technical training in Labrador. Colleen Connors dropped by a hanger on Five Wing Goose Bay to speak with Captain Klaus Plasa who first came here in the mid 80s. They stood beside a German transport aircraft the crew brought with them. 331 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120511_82605.mp3 Now that it's spring, the walking trail in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is once again a popular spot for a stroll or a run. But people on ATVS and dirt bikes are also tearing along the path. It's not only illegal, but a nuissance and a danger. In the coming days the RCMP will be trying to crack down on these riders in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Our John Gaudi is a bit of a walker himself. He joins us in the studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Illegal Vehicles On The Walking Path Now that it's spring, the walking trail in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is once again a popular spot for a stroll or a run. But people on ATVS and dirt bikes are also tearing along the path. It's not only illegal, but a nuissance and a danger. In the coming days the RCMP will be trying to crack down on these riders in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Our John Gaudi is a bit of a walker himself. He joins us in the studio. 372 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120511_41267.mp3 People in Happy Valley-Goose Bay are contemplating life, the universe and everything in a unique way this week. A labyrinth has been set up at the College of the North Atlantic for Mental Health Awareness Week. The pattern dates back 100's of years to a cathedral in France. But there's a twist. This labyrinth is made out of light. Walkers follow a path that is being projected onto the college's gym floor. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi took the spiritual journey for himself. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Meditation Labyrinth People in Happy Valley-Goose Bay are contemplating life, the universe and everything in a unique way this week. A labyrinth has been set up at the College of the North Atlantic for Mental Health Awareness Week. The pattern dates back 100's of years to a cathedral in France. But there's a twist. This labyrinth is made out of light. Walkers follow a path that is being projected onto the college's gym floor. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi took the spiritual journey for himself. 415 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120511_19669.mp3 It's prom season. And in Labrador, getting that perfect look takes a lot of preparation. A dress alone can cost upwards of $5-hundred dollars. The whole shabang can easily soar north of a grand. We talk with two parents about that special night. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Getting The Perfect Look For Prom In Labrador It's prom season. And in Labrador, getting that perfect look takes a lot of preparation. A dress alone can cost upwards of $5-hundred dollars. The whole shabang can easily soar north of a grand. We talk with two parents about that special night. 638 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120511_62607.mp3 The future of the fishery is on the minds of many on Labrador's South Coast. Over the last month, crab plants have closed in St. Lewis and Black Tickle. Tonight and tomorrow, Liberal MP Lawrence MacAulay will hear concerns directly from workers in Labrador's south coast fishery. He joins us on the phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Future Of The Fisheries After Plant Closures The future of the fishery is on the minds of many on Labrador's South Coast. Over the last month, crab plants have closed in St. Lewis and Black Tickle. Tonight and tomorrow, Liberal MP Lawrence MacAulay will hear concerns directly from workers in Labrador's south coast fishery. He joins us on the phone. 288 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120511_95283.mp3 Did you ever think a light bulb could help lower your energy costs? We'll according to Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro a simple compact fluorescent light bulb can really cut down on energy usage at home. NL hydro has started a three year energy efficiency program in isolated diesel communities in coastal Labrador to show residents how to cut back. And they are hiring local residents to run it. For more on this new program we've reached Simone Brown. She is the Energy Efficiency manger for NL hydro. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Newfoundland And Labrador Hydro Energy Efficiency Program Did you ever think a light bulb could help lower your energy costs? We'll according to Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro a simple compact fluorescent light bulb can really cut down on energy usage at home. NL hydro has started a three year energy efficiency program in isolated diesel communities in coastal Labrador to show residents how to cut back. And they are hiring local residents to run it. For more on this new program we've reached Simone Brown. She is the Energy Efficiency manger for NL hydro. 357 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120510_47683.mp3 There was a big sigh of relief yesterday from members of the snowbirds gymnastics club in Labrador West. For years the group has struggled to find a permanent home. They've been in several different locations over the years, and it's restricted the programs they have been able to offer. There were even fears the club would fold. But now, the club is ready to bounce back big time. CBC's Mike Power met with Head coach Cathy Coish, and President Tracy Critch who began by telling him how they've been operating. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Good News For Snowbirds Gymnastics Club In Labrador West There was a big sigh of relief yesterday from members of the snowbirds gymnastics club in Labrador West. For years the group has struggled to find a permanent home. They've been in several different locations over the years, and it's restricted the programs they have been able to offer. There were even fears the club would fold. But now, the club is ready to bounce back big time. CBC's Mike Power met with Head coach Cathy Coish, and President Tracy Critch who began by telling him how they've been operating. 275 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120510_31883.mp3 They can't vote, but kids in Labrador City are full of ideas to improve the town. Yesterday they got a chance to make their pitches to mayor Janice Barnes. The mayor asks some middle school students what they would do if they were in her shoes for a day. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mayor For A Day They can't vote, but kids in Labrador City are full of ideas to improve the town. Yesterday they got a chance to make their pitches to mayor Janice Barnes. The mayor asks some middle school students what they would do if they were in her shoes for a day. 256 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120510_85806.mp3 Months after Burton Winters first went missing, questions continue to be raised about the search that failed to find him. Dave Shaw has first hand knowledge of military searches. He's a former member of the Canadian Forces who has flown with 103 Search and Rescue Squadron in Gander. We invited him to prepare a commentary with his views on the tragedy. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - Commentary From Former Member Of Gander Search And Rescue Team Months after Burton Winters first went missing, questions continue to be raised about the search that failed to find him. Dave Shaw has first hand knowledge of military searches. He's a former member of the Canadian Forces who has flown with 103 Search and Rescue Squadron in Gander. We invited him to prepare a commentary with his views on the tragedy. 231 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120510_72766.mp3 On Labrador Morning we've talked a lot about the lack of cheap healthy food in Labrador and other Northern communities. This week, a United Nation's official is taking an interest in the issue. They've appointed a special Rapporteur to look at access to food in commuities across Canada. They won't be coming to Labrador. But aboriginal groups like Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami , or ITK, had a chance to meet him. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi asked Anna Fowler what they told him about challenges facing Inuit communties. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT United Nations Takes Interest In Food Security For Inuit Communities On Labrador Morning we've talked a lot about the lack of cheap healthy food in Labrador and other Northern communities. This week, a United Nation's official is taking an interest in the issue. They've appointed a special Rapporteur to look at access to food in commuities across Canada. They won't be coming to Labrador. But aboriginal groups like Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami , or ITK, had a chance to meet him. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi asked Anna Fowler what they told him about challenges facing Inuit communties. 376 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120509_52917.mp3 Air Labrador will now be doing freight runs for Aurora Energy's uranium exploration program in Nunatsiavut. It's a contract that Aurora has said is worth about 400 thousand dollars. The exploration company originally awarded it to the non-Inuit owned Innu Mikun Airlines. But Nunatsiavut Government strongly opposed that move. Ches Andersen is Aurora Energy's Vice President of Labrador Affairs. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi asked him to explain why the company has now given Air Labrador the contract. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Aurora Energy Gives Freight Contract To Air Labrador Air Labrador will now be doing freight runs for Aurora Energy's uranium exploration program in Nunatsiavut. It's a contract that Aurora has said is worth about 400 thousand dollars. The exploration company originally awarded it to the non-Inuit owned Innu Mikun Airlines. But Nunatsiavut Government strongly opposed that move. Ches Andersen is Aurora Energy's Vice President of Labrador Affairs. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi asked him to explain why the company has now given Air Labrador the contract. 592 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120509_30149.mp3 Yesterday afternoon's town council meeting in Labrador City ended with a big surprise. Mayor Janice Barnes announced her resignation. She joins us on the phone to talk about her decision. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Surprise Resignation of Mayor Janice Barnes Yesterday afternoon's town council meeting in Labrador City ended with a big surprise. Mayor Janice Barnes announced her resignation. She joins us on the phone to talk about her decision. 544 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120509_99921.mp3 New revelations into the search for Burton Winters are inspiring more protests in Labrador. Earlier this week, CBC News obtained recordings that dealt with the province's response. It emerged that volunteers with the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association were on hand in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. But they were never called upon. Yesterday, a small group of people rallied in front of Peter Penashue's office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - Public Outcry Continues New revelations into the search for Burton Winters are inspiring more protests in Labrador. Earlier this week, CBC News obtained recordings that dealt with the province's response. It emerged that volunteers with the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association were on hand in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. But they were never called upon. Yesterday, a small group of people rallied in front of Peter Penashue's office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by. 238 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120509_19673.mp3 Folk legend Stan Rogers needs no introduction in this part of the country. But you might not have heard of his son Nathan Rogers. Nathan is an acomplished musician in his own right. And he's coming to Labrador for two shows which breathe new life into the songs of his late father. To find out more, Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached Nathan Rogers by phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Son Of Music Legend Stan Rogers Performs His Father's Songs In Labrador Folk legend Stan Rogers needs no introduction in this part of the country. But you might not have heard of his son Nathan Rogers. Nathan is an acomplished musician in his own right. And he's coming to Labrador for two shows which breathe new life into the songs of his late father. To find out more, Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached Nathan Rogers by phone. 330 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120508_85606.mp3 This is Canadian Childrens book week, and young people everywhere are being encouraged to read more. Especially more Canadian books. What better way to encourage reading than have an author of two dozen books visit schools all across Labrador? Alison Lohans of Regina, is doing just that. Yesterday she was at AP Low School in Labrador City. She told our Mike Power how she's celebrating Canadian childrens book week. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Author Alison Lohans Visits For Canadian Children's Book Week This is Canadian Childrens book week, and young people everywhere are being encouraged to read more. Especially more Canadian books. What better way to encourage reading than have an author of two dozen books visit schools all across Labrador? Alison Lohans of Regina, is doing just that. Yesterday she was at AP Low School in Labrador City. She told our Mike Power how she's celebrating Canadian childrens book week. 542 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120508_28282.mp3 In this province we hear a lot about insufficient search and rescue resources. But what if we told you there are dozens of professionally-trained air searchers in this province willing to work for free, but they're never used? They're known as the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association. They had at least six members standing by in Happy Valley Goose Bay during the search for Burton Winters. But no one called them. Vik Adhopia fills us in. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - CASARA Professional Air Searchers Not Being Used In this province we hear a lot about insufficient search and rescue resources. But what if we told you there are dozens of professionally-trained air searchers in this province willing to work for free, but they're never used? They're known as the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association. They had at least six members standing by in Happy Valley Goose Bay during the search for Burton Winters. But no one called them. Vik Adhopia fills us in. 343 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120508_38172.mp3 Amelia Curran has won countless awards including a Juno for her songs. Critics have given her rave reviews for her skillfull mix of melody and poetic lyrics. After years of living away, she has returned to St.John's. Curran is presently on the road in Newfoundland and Labrador and then travels to Ontario, Quebec and the United Kingdom. She told Labrador Morning's Mike Power while she always wanted to be a writer, the music came later. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Juno Award Winner Amelia Curran Tours Labrador City Amelia Curran has won countless awards including a Juno for her songs. Critics have given her rave reviews for her skillfull mix of melody and poetic lyrics. After years of living away, she has returned to St.John's. Curran is presently on the road in Newfoundland and Labrador and then travels to Ontario, Quebec and the United Kingdom. She told Labrador Morning's Mike Power while she always wanted to be a writer, the music came later. 339 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120508_11817.mp3 Stephen Loring first came to Labrador in 1974 to work on archaeological digs. Over the years, he has returned to the Big Land to continue working with Inuit and Innu communities. Loring is an anthropologist with the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Now, he's back again. He is taking part in the Nunatsiavut Heritage Forum taking place in Makkovik this week. Our John Gaudi caught up with Stephen Loring in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before he left for the North Coast. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Special Guest At Nunatsiavut Heritage Forum In Makkovik Stephen Loring first came to Labrador in 1974 to work on archaeological digs. Over the years, he has returned to the Big Land to continue working with Inuit and Innu communities. Loring is an anthropologist with the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Now, he's back again. He is taking part in the Nunatsiavut Heritage Forum taking place in Makkovik this week. Our John Gaudi caught up with Stephen Loring in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before he left for the North Coast. 444 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120507_68996.mp3 Recordings obtained by CBC raise new questions about the role of emergency officials in this province in efforts to find the missing Makkovik teen. We already know about problems with Halifax Search and Rescue. However the recordings suggest the emergency officials here were alerted about the search for Burton the very first day, but didn't act until the next day. CBC national reporter Vik Adhopia has the latest on the story. We're also joined by Randy Edmunds, MHA for Torngat Mountains, and outspoken critic of the military's search and rescue response. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - New Evidence Raises Questions About Provincial Response Recordings obtained by CBC raise new questions about the role of emergency officials in this province in efforts to find the missing Makkovik teen. We already know about problems with Halifax Search and Rescue. However the recordings suggest the emergency officials here were alerted about the search for Burton the very first day, but didn't act until the next day. CBC national reporter Vik Adhopia has the latest on the story. We're also joined by Randy Edmunds, MHA for Torngat Mountains, and outspoken critic of the military's search and rescue response. 709 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120507_47763.mp3 2012 is turning out to be a bad year for rabies in Labrador. The outbreak started in Labrador west, where there have been 12 confirmed cases of the disease. But recently, reports of rabid foxes have been coming in from the North coast. And now there is a suspected case of a dog with the disease. For an update, we're joined by the province's Chief Veterinary Officer Hugh Whitney. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Rabies Hits Labrador Hard 2012 is turning out to be a bad year for rabies in Labrador. The outbreak started in Labrador west, where there have been 12 confirmed cases of the disease. But recently, reports of rabid foxes have been coming in from the North coast. And now there is a suspected case of a dog with the disease. For an update, we're joined by the province's Chief Veterinary Officer Hugh Whitney. 414 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120507_26566.mp3 There's been a concerted effort to crack down on speeders in Labrador City over the past few months, especially in school zones. Police have stepped up patrols, and the town and schools have met to discuss ways to deal with the problem. Last week, new electronic devices that display drivers speeds were installed in the school area in Labrador City, and another near a local playground. Labrador City town Manager Jeff Boland told our Mike Power more about the devices. Also, nobody can tell you about people speeding in the school zone better than Denise McCann, and her daughter Mikela Hudson. They live right across from AP Lowe primary school in Labrador City. Mike asked them about speeding traffic in the area. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Hi Tech Speed Signs For School Zones In Labrador West There's been a concerted effort to crack down on speeders in Labrador City over the past few months, especially in school zones. Police have stepped up patrols, and the town and schools have met to discuss ways to deal with the problem. Last week, new electronic devices that display drivers speeds were installed in the school area in Labrador City, and another near a local playground. Labrador City town Manager Jeff Boland told our Mike Power more about the devices. Also, nobody can tell you about people speeding in the school zone better than Denise McCann, and her daughter Mikela Hudson. They live right across from AP Lowe primary school in Labrador City. Mike asked them about speeding traffic in the area. 377 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_32107.mp3 Marjorie Flowers was 13 years old when she was sent to North West River to go to highschool. She lived in residence there for 3 years. And she was allowed to go back home to Makkovik only twice a year. Flowers' story is a part of an exhibit profiling the Inuit experience of residential school across the North. It's now in Happy Valley-Goose Bay after visiting Nain and Rigolet. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with Marjorie Flowers to speak with her about the exhibit. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Marjorie Flowers - The Inuit Experience Of Residential Schools Marjorie Flowers was 13 years old when she was sent to North West River to go to highschool. She lived in residence there for 3 years. And she was allowed to go back home to Makkovik only twice a year. Flowers' story is a part of an exhibit profiling the Inuit experience of residential school across the North. It's now in Happy Valley-Goose Bay after visiting Nain and Rigolet. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with Marjorie Flowers to speak with her about the exhibit. 407 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_84750.mp3 It's an evening of award winning plays at the O'Brien Arts Centre. Tonight, the winning play and the runner-up in the Regional Drama Fest are being performed in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. It's a fundraising event for students at Mealy Mountain Collegiate to go to the provincial drama festival on the island. They have to pay for all of their travel costs as they're not covered by the Labrador Travel grant. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with some of the actors of the winning play to get a sneak peak. Here's a taste. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Regional Drama Festival Fundraiser Sneak Peek It's an evening of award winning plays at the O'Brien Arts Centre. Tonight, the winning play and the runner-up in the Regional Drama Fest are being performed in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. It's a fundraising event for students at Mealy Mountain Collegiate to go to the provincial drama festival on the island. They have to pay for all of their travel costs as they're not covered by the Labrador Travel grant. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with some of the actors of the winning play to get a sneak peak. Here's a taste. 404 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_88800.mp3 Junior High students at Lake Melville School in North West River held a Heritage Fair last week in the school gym. Dozens of display boards coated the walls with projects on trapping, fishing, and rug hooking. The community was invited to come check out the projects and enjoy some lunch and local entertainment. Colleen Connors spoke with Mishen Pastitshi about his Heritage Fair Project. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Mishen Pastitshi Junior High students at Lake Melville School in North West River held a Heritage Fair last week in the school gym. Dozens of display boards coated the walls with projects on trapping, fishing, and rug hooking. The community was invited to come check out the projects and enjoy some lunch and local entertainment. Colleen Connors spoke with Mishen Pastitshi about his Heritage Fair Project. 186 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_26193.mp3 For decades, Mary Simon has been a national voice for Inuit people. She began her carreer at CBC Radio...later she was a negotiator in national discussions, and served as an ambassador for circumpolar affairs. For the last six years Simon has been president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami -- speaking for Inuit people in Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut. Simon has announced she won't be seeking another term with ITK. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord asked her about the decision. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mary Simon Steps Down From Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami For decades, Mary Simon has been a national voice for Inuit people. She began her carreer at CBC Radio...later she was a negotiator in national discussions, and served as an ambassador for circumpolar affairs. For the last six years Simon has been president of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami -- speaking for Inuit people in Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut. Simon has announced she won't be seeking another term with ITK. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord asked her about the decision. 392 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_43319.mp3 The iron ore industry in Labrador is posting phenomenal growth. IOC is expanding to twenty four million tons a year, and nearby Arcellor Mittal in Fermont is looking at growing to as much as thirty million tons. Alderon is pressing ahead with a new mine. There is activity near Schefferville, and exploration camps everywhere. It unlike anything the area has seen in decades. John LE BOO Tilly ay Leboutillier knows all too well. He was the C.E.O. of the Iron Ore Company of Canada from 1996 until 2000. He joins us on the line. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Expert Stats On Iron Ore The iron ore industry in Labrador is posting phenomenal growth. IOC is expanding to twenty four million tons a year, and nearby Arcellor Mittal in Fermont is looking at growing to as much as thirty million tons. Alderon is pressing ahead with a new mine. There is activity near Schefferville, and exploration camps everywhere. It unlike anything the area has seen in decades. John LE BOO Tilly ay Leboutillier knows all too well. He was the C.E.O. of the Iron Ore Company of Canada from 1996 until 2000. He joins us on the line. 391 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120504_79591.mp3 Junior High students at Lake Melville School in North West River held a Heritage Fair last week in the school gym. Dozens of display boards coated the walls with projects on trapping, fishing, and rug hooking. The community was invited to come check out the projects and enjoy some lunch and local entertainment. As the gym filled with people, Colleen Connors spoke with two grade 4 students. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Julie Ann Collins, Haley Pardy Junior High students at Lake Melville School in North West River held a Heritage Fair last week in the school gym. Dozens of display boards coated the walls with projects on trapping, fishing, and rug hooking. The community was invited to come check out the projects and enjoy some lunch and local entertainment. As the gym filled with people, Colleen Connors spoke with two grade 4 students. 162 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120503_57496.mp3 On the heels of the St. Lewis crab plant closing, people in Black Tickle were dealt a blow as well. They found out that the Quinlan Brothers are shutting down their crab plant. More than 60 people depend on work at the plant to get hours for employment insurance. And now the town council is looking to government for help. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi's spoke with Mayor Wendy Quinlan about her reaction to the loss of the crab plant. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Black Tickle Crab Plant Closes On the heels of the St. Lewis crab plant closing, people in Black Tickle were dealt a blow as well. They found out that the Quinlan Brothers are shutting down their crab plant. More than 60 people depend on work at the plant to get hours for employment insurance. And now the town council is looking to government for help. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi's spoke with Mayor Wendy Quinlan about her reaction to the loss of the crab plant. 369 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120503_21447.mp3 This week on Labrador Morning, Deputy Mayor of Charlottetown Lisa Dempster joined us on the show to talk about the school in Charlottetown. A recent structural study says that a new school was not necessary. She strongly disagrees with the study and wants a new school for the town. Minister of Education Clyde Jackman has reviewed the report and joins us to comment on the issue. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Minister of Education Comments On Charlottetown School Concerns This week on Labrador Morning, Deputy Mayor of Charlottetown Lisa Dempster joined us on the show to talk about the school in Charlottetown. A recent structural study says that a new school was not necessary. She strongly disagrees with the study and wants a new school for the town. Minister of Education Clyde Jackman has reviewed the report and joins us to comment on the issue. 368 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120503_48770.mp3 The need for more housing is nothing new in Labrador. My next guest has joined us on Labrdaor Moring many times to tell us about the challenges our region faces. Denise Cole is the housing development worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre. This week, she is in St. John's with housing advocates from across the country. They're sharing ideas about tackling housing and homelesseness in creative ways. Denise Cole joins us on the line from St. John's http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tackling Housing and Homelessness In Creative Ways The need for more housing is nothing new in Labrador. My next guest has joined us on Labrdaor Moring many times to tell us about the challenges our region faces. Denise Cole is the housing development worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre. This week, she is in St. John's with housing advocates from across the country. They're sharing ideas about tackling housing and homelesseness in creative ways. Denise Cole joins us on the line from St. John's 387 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120503_19869.mp3 One junior high student took inspiration from her own home for her Heritage Project. Students at Lake Melville School presented their projects last week at a local school fair. Two students will move on to the regionals in Hopedale this Monday. Mackenzie Hutchings is one of those students. She tells us about her pet project. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Mackenzie Hutchings One junior high student took inspiration from her own home for her Heritage Project. Students at Lake Melville School presented their projects last week at a local school fair. Two students will move on to the regionals in Hopedale this Monday. Mackenzie Hutchings is one of those students. She tells us about her pet project. 168 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120503_80477.mp3 If you lived in Labrador City in the late eighties or early nineties you had to notice Kieran Whelan. It was his bike riding that made him stand out. He was on his bike day and night, and through all seasons. The image of a man riding through the snow, with chains on his bike tires and icicles hanging from his hat are still fresh in people's minds. Kieran Whelan died in Nova Scotia on Tuesday, at the age of 70. We bring you an excerpt from an interview he did with Labrador Morning's Mike Power in July 2010, explaining why he was cycling from Happy Valley Goose Bay to Cartwright, with his son. We also have a chat with Gordon Parsons, the Editor of local paper The Aurora at the time. He tells Mike what he remembers about Whelan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kieran Whelan Remembered If you lived in Labrador City in the late eighties or early nineties you had to notice Kieran Whelan. It was his bike riding that made him stand out. He was on his bike day and night, and through all seasons. The image of a man riding through the snow, with chains on his bike tires and icicles hanging from his hat are still fresh in people's minds. Kieran Whelan died in Nova Scotia on Tuesday, at the age of 70. We bring you an excerpt from an interview he did with Labrador Morning's Mike Power in July 2010, explaining why he was cycling from Happy Valley Goose Bay to Cartwright, with his son. We also have a chat with Gordon Parsons, the Editor of local paper The Aurora at the time. He tells Mike what he remembers about Whelan. 401 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120502_13069.mp3 The snow is finally melting in many parts of Labrador. That means the Big Land will be getting a whole lot greener in the coming weeks. For the past couple of months, farmers have been hard at work getting ready for the growing season. Joyce Pye and her husband Frank own Grand River Farm in Happy Valley-Goose Bay Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Joyce in her greenhouse. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Getting Ready For Planting Season The snow is finally melting in many parts of Labrador. That means the Big Land will be getting a whole lot greener in the coming weeks. For the past couple of months, farmers have been hard at work getting ready for the growing season. Joyce Pye and her husband Frank own Grand River Farm in Happy Valley-Goose Bay Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Joyce in her greenhouse. 398 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120502_88172.mp3 A structural report on the school in Charlottetown has been released. At the end of February, William Gillett Academy was shut down after parts of the school's ceiling fell in. The presence of mould was also confirmed. A consulting firm has found that significiant upgrades are needed. But it isn't recommedning a new school be built. Lisa Dempster is on the school council in Charlottetown. She joins us on the line. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT School Assessment Upsets People In Charlottetown A structural report on the school in Charlottetown has been released. At the end of February, William Gillett Academy was shut down after parts of the school's ceiling fell in. The presence of mould was also confirmed. A consulting firm has found that significiant upgrades are needed. But it isn't recommedning a new school be built. Lisa Dempster is on the school council in Charlottetown. She joins us on the line. 428 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120502_42897.mp3 Parks Canada is cutting two dozen positions in Newfoundland and Labrador. More than 50 workers could have their hours of work reduced. This doesn't sit well with tourism operator Dwight Lethbridge. He says these cuts could stop future tourism development in the Big Land. For more, he joins us on the line from Cartwright. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tourism Operator Upset Over Cuts To Parks Canada Parks Canada is cutting two dozen positions in Newfoundland and Labrador. More than 50 workers could have their hours of work reduced. This doesn't sit well with tourism operator Dwight Lethbridge. He says these cuts could stop future tourism development in the Big Land. For more, he joins us on the line from Cartwright. 350 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120502_44581.mp3 The Heritage Fair in North West River was a hugh success this year. Students did projects about their culture and traditions like trapping, rug hooking and ice fishing. One junior high student focused on trading. Shania Riche did her Heritage Fair project on the Hudson Bay Company. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Shania Riche The Heritage Fair in North West River was a hugh success this year. Students did projects about their culture and traditions like trapping, rug hooking and ice fishing. One junior high student focused on trading. Shania Riche did her Heritage Fair project on the Hudson Bay Company. 161 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120502_18545.mp3 Labrador is home to the last train in the province. And that fact has brought representatives from Safety Services Newfoundland and Labrador here to promote safety near train tracks. As Labrador Morning's Mike Power found out, a driver education program is also in the works. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Train Safety In Lab West Labrador is home to the last train in the province. And that fact has brought representatives from Safety Services Newfoundland and Labrador here to promote safety near train tracks. As Labrador Morning's Mike Power found out, a driver education program is also in the works. 308 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_54834.mp3 There is an advance poll in Wabush today to elect two councillors. The town council has been short two positions for several months. Earlier this year a planned byelection was cancelled because no candidates came forward. The Mayors and councillors appealed to the public... and it worked! Ron Barron is the Mayor of Wabush. He joins us on the line. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush Seeking Two Town Council Members There is an advance poll in Wabush today to elect two councillors. The town council has been short two positions for several months. Earlier this year a planned byelection was cancelled because no candidates came forward. The Mayors and councillors appealed to the public... and it worked! Ron Barron is the Mayor of Wabush. He joins us on the line. 350 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_11140.mp3 It has been a long process, but the move is finally over. Thrifty Fashions clothing store has moved from the old women's centre to the new building on Grenfell Street. And the store opens today! Nancy Hamel runs the clothing store. She gave me a tour. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Thrifty Fasions Moves Location, Happy Valley-Goose Bay It has been a long process, but the move is finally over. Thrifty Fashions clothing store has moved from the old women's centre to the new building on Grenfell Street. And the store opens today! Nancy Hamel runs the clothing store. She gave me a tour. 179 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_50570.mp3 For the past two years, there have been lots of stories about the boom in Labrador West's mining industry. It has brought prosperity to many, but also hardhip for others. People with well paying jobs are enjoying this new era of growth, but what about those who don't work at the mines or other high paying jobs? Times are tough. Just ask Ramona Harris. Last week she left Labrador City. She tells her story to Labrador Morning's Mike Power. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Pushed Out Of Labrador By The Mining Boom For the past two years, there have been lots of stories about the boom in Labrador West's mining industry. It has brought prosperity to many, but also hardhip for others. People with well paying jobs are enjoying this new era of growth, but what about those who don't work at the mines or other high paying jobs? Times are tough. Just ask Ramona Harris. Last week she left Labrador City. She tells her story to Labrador Morning's Mike Power. 264 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_49308.mp3 Grade seven student Ben McGee presents his Heritage Fair project about the North West River Hospital. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Ben McGee Grade seven student Ben McGee presents his Heritage Fair project about the North West River Hospital. 278 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_42302.mp3 People in St. Lewis are still reeling from news that their crab plant is shutting down. Many workers are looking for jobs in nearby Mary's Harbour or Charlottetown. And the town wants to ask the provincial government for help. But there's a significant roadblock in the way. In order for the town to apply for government assistance, the company that owns the plant must provide written confirmation that it is being shut down. The town says -- so far -- no letter has been provided. That's just one of the issues raised at a weekend public meeting with MHA Yvonne Jones. Joan Jenkins is deputy mayor of St. Lewis. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached her by phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Crab Plant Closing in St. Lewis People in St. Lewis are still reeling from news that their crab plant is shutting down. Many workers are looking for jobs in nearby Mary's Harbour or Charlottetown. And the town wants to ask the provincial government for help. But there's a significant roadblock in the way. In order for the town to apply for government assistance, the company that owns the plant must provide written confirmation that it is being shut down. The town says -- so far -- no letter has been provided. That's just one of the issues raised at a weekend public meeting with MHA Yvonne Jones. Joan Jenkins is deputy mayor of St. Lewis. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached her by phone. 410 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120501_22194.mp3 Newly appointed NunatuKavut president Todd Russell was running against Chris Montague in this election but Montague backed out before the vote. Todd Russell joins us in the studio with me this morning to talk about his plans for the southern inuit. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Todd Russell Talks About The Future Of NunatuKavut Newly appointed NunatuKavut president Todd Russell was running against Chris Montague in this election but Montague backed out before the vote. Todd Russell joins us in the studio with me this morning to talk about his plans for the southern inuit. 424 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120430_27959.mp3 We find out about a family dealing with aggressive roaming dogs on their street in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Melissa Adams tells us about her family's ordeal. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Family Terrorized By Roaming Dogs in Happy Valley-Goose Bay We find out about a family dealing with aggressive roaming dogs on their street in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Melissa Adams tells us about her family's ordeal. 505 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120430_76273.mp3 The community of North West River came out for some homemade soup, some flummies and a look at this year's Heritage Fair projects. Students present their projects much like a science fair but the topics focus on the history of their culture and family. We'll bring you conversations with some of the other student presenters throughout the week. Today, we speak with Katie Michelin about her Heritage Fair project on Queen Elizabeth. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Heritage Fair - Katie Michelin The community of North West River came out for some homemade soup, some flummies and a look at this year's Heritage Fair projects. Students present their projects much like a science fair but the topics focus on the history of their culture and family. We'll bring you conversations with some of the other student presenters throughout the week. Today, we speak with Katie Michelin about her Heritage Fair project on Queen Elizabeth. 192 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120430_63957.mp3 Half for a lucky ticket holder, half for non profit organizations in Labrador West. Reporter Mike Power takes a look at the Carol Wabush Co-op's fifty-fifty fundraising draw and what it does for the community. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT 50/50 Draw To Help Community Half for a lucky ticket holder, half for non profit organizations in Labrador West. Reporter Mike Power takes a look at the Carol Wabush Co-op's fifty-fifty fundraising draw and what it does for the community. 386 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120430_23778.mp3 Hunters in Nain are taking youth out on the land to show them how to hunt. The meat goes into the community freezer for everyone to enjoy. Katie Winters tells us about this new youth outreach program. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nain Youth Going Off, Going Strong Hunters in Nain are taking youth out on the land to show them how to hunt. The meat goes into the community freezer for everyone to enjoy. Katie Winters tells us about this new youth outreach program. 334 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_88139.mp3 The Jacinda Beals Band has been on a whirlwind tour across the Big Land. They've played Port Hope Simpson, Sheshatshiu, Labrador City in the last few weeks. Last night, the band took the stage at the Lawrence O'Brien Arts Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. But it wasn't in front of a packed house. There was a sound guy, the band, and their instruments...and that's about it. Jacinda Beals is in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson to tell us more about it. Good morning. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT New Jacinda Beals song to support Libra House The Jacinda Beals Band has been on a whirlwind tour across the Big Land. They've played Port Hope Simpson, Sheshatshiu, Labrador City in the last few weeks. Last night, the band took the stage at the Lawrence O'Brien Arts Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. But it wasn't in front of a packed house. There was a sound guy, the band, and their instruments...and that's about it. Jacinda Beals is in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson to tell us more about it. Good morning. 335 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_25728.mp3 Next Tuesday, Nunatsiavut benificiaries will choose their next leader. Three people are running for president: Sarah Leo, Johannes Lampe and Susan Nochasak. This week we're meeting all the candadates. Today: Susan Nochasak. Nochasak was born in Northwest River and grew up in Hopedale. She was a teacher in Hopedale for 12 years...and was elected to the Nunatsiavut Assembly in 2010. She served as Minister of Education and Economic Development...but Nochasak was forced to resign last month. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Postville. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut Election - Presidential candidate Susan Nochasak. Next Tuesday, Nunatsiavut benificiaries will choose their next leader. Three people are running for president: Sarah Leo, Johannes Lampe and Susan Nochasak. This week we're meeting all the candadates. Today: Susan Nochasak. Nochasak was born in Northwest River and grew up in Hopedale. She was a teacher in Hopedale for 12 years...and was elected to the Nunatsiavut Assembly in 2010. She served as Minister of Education and Economic Development...but Nochasak was forced to resign last month. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Postville. 492 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_30631.mp3 Young people in Sheshatshiu and Hopedale are taking part in a unique therapy program. They wear special headphones to listen to Mozart,. But the therapy goes beyond just relaxing to classical musical. Lisa Dennis is an occupational therapist who's introducing the therapy to Labrador. She works with Mapping the Way, the Mobile Mental Wellness Team. Zita White is the project co-ordinator with Mapping the Way They're both in our studio this morning to tell us more about it. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mapping the Way - Mobile Mental Wellness Team unique therapy program Young people in Sheshatshiu and Hopedale are taking part in a unique therapy program. They wear special headphones to listen to Mozart,. But the therapy goes beyond just relaxing to classical musical. Lisa Dennis is an occupational therapist who's introducing the therapy to Labrador. She works with Mapping the Way, the Mobile Mental Wellness Team. Zita White is the project co-ordinator with Mapping the Way They're both in our studio this morning to tell us more about it. 451 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_10661.mp3 Twelve year old Jack Brennan of Labrador City has a big smile on his face this week. He's doing what he loves best ...performing ! Jack is on stage just about every day and night in so many categories it would make your head spin. And he has a bit of a mission in what he brings to the stage. Reporter Mike Power caught up with this pint sized performer to get a taste of what he's doing this week. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT jack Brennan shines at the Labrador West Music Festival Twelve year old Jack Brennan of Labrador City has a big smile on his face this week. He's doing what he loves best ...performing ! Jack is on stage just about every day and night in so many categories it would make your head spin. And he has a bit of a mission in what he brings to the stage. Reporter Mike Power caught up with this pint sized performer to get a taste of what he's doing this week. 427 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_86918.mp3 The Ekuanitshit Innu band sits on Quebec's Lower North Shore, South of Labrador. The band says damming the Lower Churchull will affect their land...But they are being shut out of the project's economic benifits. This week, the band launched a court challenge to set aside the federal government's approval of the megaproject. To explain why, we're joined by David Schultz, he's a lawyer for the Innu Council of Ekuanitshit. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Quebec Innu - Challenging the Lower Churchill in Federal court The Ekuanitshit Innu band sits on Quebec's Lower North Shore, South of Labrador. The band says damming the Lower Churchull will affect their land...But they are being shut out of the project's economic benifits. This week, the band launched a court challenge to set aside the federal government's approval of the megaproject. To explain why, we're joined by David Schultz, he's a lawyer for the Innu Council of Ekuanitshit. 248 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_74991.mp3 Women from the Upper Lake Melville Area are participating in a project called "Claiming Our Place: Women's Relationship with Rivers" this weekend. It's part of a bigger project that started last year that looks at the effects major economic change has on women in northern Canada. This weekend, the women will tell stories about the river and makes crafts that portray the stories. Three women are organizing this workshop. Petrina Beals from the Mokami Status of Women, Ja'net Cavanagh, who's leading the workshops and Gail Baikie from Dalhousie University. Colleen Connors stopped by the conference room in the new women's centre for a chat about the workshop. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT "Claiming Our Place: Women's Relationship with Rivers" - Workshop Women from the Upper Lake Melville Area are participating in a project called "Claiming Our Place: Women's Relationship with Rivers" this weekend. It's part of a bigger project that started last year that looks at the effects major economic change has on women in northern Canada. This weekend, the women will tell stories about the river and makes crafts that portray the stories. Three women are organizing this workshop. Petrina Beals from the Mokami Status of Women, Ja'net Cavanagh, who's leading the workshops and Gail Baikie from Dalhousie University. Colleen Connors stopped by the conference room in the new women's centre for a chat about the workshop. 406 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120427_53269.mp3 It's not exactly camping weather. Last night, 10 young Katimavik volunteers spent the night in a tent near the Labrador Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay. It's all part of a campaign to raise awareness about homelessness. And our Colleen Connors headed out of our nice warm studio to join the volunteers in their tent. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Camping out for the Homeless It's not exactly camping weather. Last night, 10 young Katimavik volunteers spent the night in a tent near the Labrador Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay. It's all part of a campaign to raise awareness about homelessness. And our Colleen Connors headed out of our nice warm studio to join the volunteers in their tent. 215 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120426_41116.mp3 This week on Labrador Morning, we're talking to the three candidates who are vying for the leadership of Nunatsiavut. On the ballot Tuesday are Sarah Leo, Johannes Lampe and Susan Nochasak. This morning we meet Johannes Lampe. Lampe is well known on the Coast. He's worked as a producer with the OK Society in Nain. He's also been an interpreter with the Labrador Inuit Association. In 2010 Lampe was elected to the Nunatsiavut Assembly, and served as Minister of Culture, Recreation and Tourism. He joins Tony Dawson to explain why he's running for president of the organization. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut election - Johannes Lampe, Running for President This week on Labrador Morning, we're talking to the three candidates who are vying for the leadership of Nunatsiavut. On the ballot Tuesday are Sarah Leo, Johannes Lampe and Susan Nochasak. This morning we meet Johannes Lampe. Lampe is well known on the Coast. He's worked as a producer with the OK Society in Nain. He's also been an interpreter with the Labrador Inuit Association. In 2010 Lampe was elected to the Nunatsiavut Assembly, and served as Minister of Culture, Recreation and Tourism. He joins Tony Dawson to explain why he's running for president of the organization. 479 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120426_55137.mp3 Yesterday, an exhibit about the Inuit experience of residential schools was unveiled in Nain. It's called We Were So Far Away. It presents the stories of 8 Inuit from across the North who went to residential schools. And the Labrador it represented. Patricia Kemuksigak is the Minister of Health and Social Development with the Nunatsiavut Government. She's on the line with Colleen Connors from Nain. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT "We Were So Far Away" Exhibit in Nain Yesterday, an exhibit about the Inuit experience of residential schools was unveiled in Nain. It's called We Were So Far Away. It presents the stories of 8 Inuit from across the North who went to residential schools. And the Labrador it represented. Patricia Kemuksigak is the Minister of Health and Social Development with the Nunatsiavut Government. She's on the line with Colleen Connors from Nain. 313 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120426_45044.mp3 About two hundred people turned out for a rally organized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving in Labrador West last night. They came to protest the sentence handed out to Jeremy Reid. He was convicted last week of criminal negligence causing death, and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. Reid was drinking one night in December 2010. But he got in his vehicle -- and ended up hitting Shane Mercer and Leisa Penny. Mercer died two weeks after the accident. Here is some of what was said at last night's rally. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT MADD Rally - Wabush About two hundred people turned out for a rally organized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving in Labrador West last night. They came to protest the sentence handed out to Jeremy Reid. He was convicted last week of criminal negligence causing death, and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. Reid was drinking one night in December 2010. But he got in his vehicle -- and ended up hitting Shane Mercer and Leisa Penny. Mercer died two weeks after the accident. Here is some of what was said at last night's rally. 327 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120425_48323.mp3 Nunatsiavut beneficiaries have a big choice next week On May 1 they will elect a new president to replace Jim Lyall, who has been leading the organization since 2008. There are three candidates: Susan Nochasak, Sarah Leo, and Johannes Lampe We'll be meeting all of them in the coming days. This morning, we talk to Sarah Leo. Leo spent 4 years as AngajukKak of Nain...and she joins Tony to explain why she is running for president. On Thursdays program we'll ask Johannes Lampe why he thinks he should be the next president of Nunatsiavut, and we'll hear from Susan Nochasak on Friday's program. The election is on May 1. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut Election - Sarah Leo, Running for President Nunatsiavut beneficiaries have a big choice next week On May 1 they will elect a new president to replace Jim Lyall, who has been leading the organization since 2008. There are three candidates: Susan Nochasak, Sarah Leo, and Johannes Lampe We'll be meeting all of them in the coming days. This morning, we talk to Sarah Leo. Leo spent 4 years as AngajukKak of Nain...and she joins Tony to explain why she is running for president. On Thursdays program we'll ask Johannes Lampe why he thinks he should be the next president of Nunatsiavut, and we'll hear from Susan Nochasak on Friday's program. The election is on May 1. 377 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120425_90877.mp3 Yesterday, the province unveiled its 2012 budget in the House of Assembly in St. John's. It wasn't the austerity budget that people were warned about. There were minimal cuts to jobs and spending. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi has been looking into what the budget means for Labrador. He's in our studio this morning to tell us about it. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Budget 2012 - John Gaudi looks at Labrador in the Budget Yesterday, the province unveiled its 2012 budget in the House of Assembly in St. John's. It wasn't the austerity budget that people were warned about. There were minimal cuts to jobs and spending. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi has been looking into what the budget means for Labrador. He's in our studio this morning to tell us about it. 396 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120425_23676.mp3 Members of the Nunatsiavut Government are voicing their anger at the exploration company Aurora Energy. They are upset that a two-year freight contract was awarded to Innu owned Provincial Airlines over the Inuit controlled Air Labrador. Yesterday we heard from Nunatsiavut First Minister Darryl Shiwak. For the other side of the story, Peter Cowan spoke to Ches Anderson, Vice President of Labrador Affairs for Aurora Energy. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Aurora Energy explains Airline contract Members of the Nunatsiavut Government are voicing their anger at the exploration company Aurora Energy. They are upset that a two-year freight contract was awarded to Innu owned Provincial Airlines over the Inuit controlled Air Labrador. Yesterday we heard from Nunatsiavut First Minister Darryl Shiwak. For the other side of the story, Peter Cowan spoke to Ches Anderson, Vice President of Labrador Affairs for Aurora Energy. 240 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120425_68184.mp3 All that hard work has paid off. The girls hockey team in Makkovik will participate in the provincial hockey tournament this weekend. It was not easy to get to this point. But after many late night practices and a big regional win, the girls are now prepared to play the big wigs at the province - wide tournament in King's Point. To find out more about the competition, Colleen Connors reached team players Sybella Anderson, Ocean Lane and their coach Darrel Gardiner at the school in Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Makkovik Girls Hockey - Off to the Provincials All that hard work has paid off. The girls hockey team in Makkovik will participate in the provincial hockey tournament this weekend. It was not easy to get to this point. But after many late night practices and a big regional win, the girls are now prepared to play the big wigs at the province - wide tournament in King's Point. To find out more about the competition, Colleen Connors reached team players Sybella Anderson, Ocean Lane and their coach Darrel Gardiner at the school in Makkovik. 345 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120424_61218.mp3 The lure of Labrador brought one man back to his roots a lot faster than any of us expected. It will be a year this June that Stanley Oliver left his position as Executive Director of the Labrador Friendship Centre to take a new job and start a new life in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. Well, he's back and joins us in studio this morning. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Stan Oliver- Home Again The lure of Labrador brought one man back to his roots a lot faster than any of us expected. It will be a year this June that Stanley Oliver left his position as Executive Director of the Labrador Friendship Centre to take a new job and start a new life in Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia. Well, he's back and joins us in studio this morning. 385 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120424_19795.mp3 You get up, get dressed and put on the kettle. For many a cup of tea is part of the daily routine. One man, turned a simple morning ritual into a career, and a great one at that. Brendan Waye is a certified tea expert who's built businesses around his love for tea. Colleen wanted to learn more, so she called Brendan Waye at his home in Vancouver. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Canada tea experts got his start in Labrador You get up, get dressed and put on the kettle. For many a cup of tea is part of the daily routine. One man, turned a simple morning ritual into a career, and a great one at that. Brendan Waye is a certified tea expert who's built businesses around his love for tea. Colleen wanted to learn more, so she called Brendan Waye at his home in Vancouver. 326 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120424_43388.mp3 The Nunatsiavut Government is upset about a contract Aurora Energy has awarded to a non-Inuit airline. The company gave the 1 million dollar a year contract to Innu Mikun Airlines to support its uranium exploration in the Postville area. But Nunatsiavut Government says that move is unacceptable. Our Peter Cowan spoke with Darryl Shiwak with the Nunatsiavut Government about its concerns. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut Government - Upset over Aurora Energy airline contract The Nunatsiavut Government is upset about a contract Aurora Energy has awarded to a non-Inuit airline. The company gave the 1 million dollar a year contract to Innu Mikun Airlines to support its uranium exploration in the Postville area. But Nunatsiavut Government says that move is unacceptable. Our Peter Cowan spoke with Darryl Shiwak with the Nunatsiavut Government about its concerns. 221 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120424_96125.mp3 Yesterday we heard people in St. Lewis reacting to the news that their local crab plant has been shut down. It's devastating for many in the town -- who have relied on the plant for seasonal work for the last 20 years. But there may be a solution for workers. Roxanne Notley is Executive Dirctor of the Southeastern Aurora Development Corporation. She joins us from Port Hope Simpson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Hope for laid off plant workers in St. Lewis ? Yesterday we heard people in St. Lewis reacting to the news that their local crab plant has been shut down. It's devastating for many in the town -- who have relied on the plant for seasonal work for the last 20 years. But there may be a solution for workers. Roxanne Notley is Executive Dirctor of the Southeastern Aurora Development Corporation. She joins us from Port Hope Simpson. 329 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120424_55530.mp3 Finding child care in Labrador is a struggle. Last year, the provincial government announced a start-up grant for family child care businesses. But is the money enough? Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Cabbage Patch Family Childcare in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to speak with the owner Shelly Cleary. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Family daycare in Happy Valley Goose Bay Finding child care in Labrador is a struggle. Last year, the provincial government announced a start-up grant for family child care businesses. But is the money enough? Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by Cabbage Patch Family Childcare in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to speak with the owner Shelly Cleary. 366 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120423_79812.mp3 Bringing two worlds together for a business project. Two grade ten students at Lake Melville School in North West River designed a storybook business for their enterprise class. They came up with a children's story book with a focus on Innu and Inuit legends. Their business plan is so good, the Business Development Bank of Canada invited the two young women to the E-Spirit business plan competition finals in Winnipeg this May. Rachel Watts and Keisha Gregoire are the only students from this province attending. Colleen Connors popped by the school to learn more. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Lake Melville School Students - Headed to Winnipeg Bringing two worlds together for a business project. Two grade ten students at Lake Melville School in North West River designed a storybook business for their enterprise class. They came up with a children's story book with a focus on Innu and Inuit legends. Their business plan is so good, the Business Development Bank of Canada invited the two young women to the E-Spirit business plan competition finals in Winnipeg this May. Rachel Watts and Keisha Gregoire are the only students from this province attending. Colleen Connors popped by the school to learn more. 319 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120423_88681.mp3 Muskrat Falls doesn't have its final go-ahead...but contruction is already starting on the site near Happy Valley Goose Bay. Nalcor is building a road...and has awarded contracts to local companies for the work. To find out more about the construction, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Nalcor president Ed Martin. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT NALCOR - Muskrat Falls contracts Muskrat Falls doesn't have its final go-ahead...but contruction is already starting on the site near Happy Valley Goose Bay. Nalcor is building a road...and has awarded contracts to local companies for the work. To find out more about the construction, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Nalcor president Ed Martin. 277 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120423_65201.mp3 People in St. Lewis are grappling with the news that their crab plant has been closed. For 20 years, the plant was the community's main source of income. It employed about sixty workers during peak production each season. Last week, the operator P. Janes and Sons informed the St. Lewis town council that it's closing the plant. Here are the voices of three plant workers who have lost their jobs. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT St. Lewis Crab Plant - CLOSED People in St. Lewis are grappling with the news that their crab plant has been closed. For 20 years, the plant was the community's main source of income. It employed about sixty workers during peak production each season. Last week, the operator P. Janes and Sons informed the St. Lewis town council that it's closing the plant. Here are the voices of three plant workers who have lost their jobs. 334 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120423_95172.mp3 The Annual Labrador West music fesitval start today. Young and old alike have been practicing for everything from speeches to musical theatre. It's a chance for people to get a professional opinion of their performances, and for the public to get a taste of just how much talent there is in the area. To find out more about this weeks event I'm joined by the chair of the festival Bob Gagne. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador West Music Festival The Annual Labrador West music fesitval start today. Young and old alike have been practicing for everything from speeches to musical theatre. It's a chance for people to get a professional opinion of their performances, and for the public to get a taste of just how much talent there is in the area. To find out more about this weeks event I'm joined by the chair of the festival Bob Gagne. 258 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120423_41341.mp3 In December 2010, Shane Mercer and Leisa Penny were hit by a driver who left the scene of the accident. Mercer died several weeks later.. Penny was seriously injured. Months later Jeremy Reid of Wabush was arrested and faced six charges including criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. He originally pleaded not guilty. On Friday he changed that plea to guilty and was sentenced to four years in prison and banned from driving for nine years. Following the sentencing our Andrew Brown spoke with Shane Mercer's sister Lindsey Mitchelmore. Andrew also spoke with Shanes Father, David Mercer http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush man gets four years for hit and run death In December 2010, Shane Mercer and Leisa Penny were hit by a driver who left the scene of the accident. Mercer died several weeks later.. Penny was seriously injured. Months later Jeremy Reid of Wabush was arrested and faced six charges including criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. He originally pleaded not guilty. On Friday he changed that plea to guilty and was sentenced to four years in prison and banned from driving for nine years. Following the sentencing our Andrew Brown spoke with Shane Mercer's sister Lindsey Mitchelmore. Andrew also spoke with Shanes Father, David Mercer 380 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120420_56210.mp3 It began over lunch at Allen's restaurant in Toronto... It's where four well known Canadian musicians decided to combine their talents. And they named their band after that regular lunch spot. Marc Jordan, Ian Thomas, Cindy Church and Murray McLauchlan are now on tour... Supporting their most recent release, More Lunch at Allens. The band is coming to Happy Valley Goose Bay on Sunday...and this morning we've reached Murray McLaughlan from a hotel room in Fredericton, New Bruswick. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Folk supergroup Lunch at Allens comes to Happy Valley Goose Bay It began over lunch at Allen's restaurant in Toronto... It's where four well known Canadian musicians decided to combine their talents. And they named their band after that regular lunch spot. Marc Jordan, Ian Thomas, Cindy Church and Murray McLauchlan are now on tour... Supporting their most recent release, More Lunch at Allens. The band is coming to Happy Valley Goose Bay on Sunday...and this morning we've reached Murray McLaughlan from a hotel room in Fredericton, New Bruswick. 423 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120420_40755.mp3 There are big changes to the NunatuKavut election...just days before the advance polls were to begin Chris Montague has bowed out of his run for the top job. He was running against Todd Russell for President of Nunatuavut. But yesterday morning he told CBC he will be stepping down. Chris Montague joins me in studio this morning to explain. and Todd Russell look to the future of Nunatuavut. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Montague backs out - Russell back as President of Nunatuavut There are big changes to the NunatuKavut election...just days before the advance polls were to begin Chris Montague has bowed out of his run for the top job. He was running against Todd Russell for President of Nunatuavut. But yesterday morning he told CBC he will be stepping down. Chris Montague joins me in studio this morning to explain. and Todd Russell look to the future of Nunatuavut. 698 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120420_26718.mp3 It's Earth Day on Sunday. And the military chaplain on Five Wing Goose Bay is encouraging people to think about the three R's. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. In fact, there's lots on the go at the Chapel of the Northern Lights this Sunday. Along with a reuse and recycle drop-off, there's also going to be a blessing of the animals service and an Earth Day feast. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Robin Major the chaplain on base. He explained how the reuse and recycle drop-off will work. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Earth Day at 5 Wing Goose bay It's Earth Day on Sunday. And the military chaplain on Five Wing Goose Bay is encouraging people to think about the three R's. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. In fact, there's lots on the go at the Chapel of the Northern Lights this Sunday. Along with a reuse and recycle drop-off, there's also going to be a blessing of the animals service and an Earth Day feast. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with Robin Major the chaplain on base. He explained how the reuse and recycle drop-off will work. 388 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120420_32242.mp3 It wasn't easy to track down our next guest. If he's not flying to Australia, he's boarding his ambulance turned tour bus, heading to towns across Newfoundland and Labrador. I'm talking about Sherman Downey. He and his band, the Silver Lining are hitting up arts centres across the island and the big land to promote some new tunes and get people's toes tapping Colleen reached Sherman Downey at his home in Corner Brook. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Sherman Downey on stage in Labrador It wasn't easy to track down our next guest. If he's not flying to Australia, he's boarding his ambulance turned tour bus, heading to towns across Newfoundland and Labrador. I'm talking about Sherman Downey. He and his band, the Silver Lining are hitting up arts centres across the island and the big land to promote some new tunes and get people's toes tapping Colleen reached Sherman Downey at his home in Corner Brook. 370 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120419_89316.mp3 Yesterday, the school gym in Sheshatshiu was packed with Innu from Labrador and Quebec. Hundreds gathered to honour those who have ventured out on traditional walks. Michel Andrew, or Giant, recently completed his walk across the Innu ancestral land to raise awareness about diabetes. A group also treked from Natuashish to Sheshatshiu in honour of Burton Winters. And Elizabeth Penashue recently finished a walk in the Mealy Mountains. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the school in Sheshatshiu for the celebration. An elder drumming was the first to welcome the walkers. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Innu Celebration for walkers Yesterday, the school gym in Sheshatshiu was packed with Innu from Labrador and Quebec. Hundreds gathered to honour those who have ventured out on traditional walks. Michel Andrew, or Giant, recently completed his walk across the Innu ancestral land to raise awareness about diabetes. A group also treked from Natuashish to Sheshatshiu in honour of Burton Winters. And Elizabeth Penashue recently finished a walk in the Mealy Mountains. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the school in Sheshatshiu for the celebration. An elder drumming was the first to welcome the walkers. 459 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120419_45832.mp3 Right now at the Labrador Interpretation Centre in North West River there is a display of photos called Women at Work before Confederation. It features women doing what was known as man's work, fishing, boating, collecting water, etc. Tonight at the centre, a trades and technology instructor from the College of the North Atlantic will be giving a presentation about women in the workforce today. Dinah Pitre Payne is the coordinator of the Orientation Trades and Technology for Women at the College of the North Atlantic She joins us in studio http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Dinah Pitre Payne - Women in the workforce presentation Right now at the Labrador Interpretation Centre in North West River there is a display of photos called Women at Work before Confederation. It features women doing what was known as man's work, fishing, boating, collecting water, etc. Tonight at the centre, a trades and technology instructor from the College of the North Atlantic will be giving a presentation about women in the workforce today. Dinah Pitre Payne is the coordinator of the Orientation Trades and Technology for Women at the College of the North Atlantic She joins us in studio 294 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120419_32471.mp3 It was a small group that gathered in front of Peter Penashue's office yesterday during lunch. But the dozen people there had a big message for their MP. They want an inquiry into what happened when Burton Winters went missing on the ice near Makkovik. The CBC's Peter Cowan was at the rally and brings us some of the sounds of the event. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Small but spirited... Burton Winters protesters hold rally It was a small group that gathered in front of Peter Penashue's office yesterday during lunch. But the dozen people there had a big message for their MP. They want an inquiry into what happened when Burton Winters went missing on the ice near Makkovik. The CBC's Peter Cowan was at the rally and brings us some of the sounds of the event. 229 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120419_67856.mp3 This week, people who volunteer are being thanked for the contributions they make to their communities. In recent years, many charitable organizations have been finding it more and more difficult to find volunteers. This week, the Iron Ore Company of Canada announced an initiative that recognizes and encourages volunteers. This morning we get a little more information about the program, and hear from a father and son, who both provide countless hours of volunteer time in their communities. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT I.O.C. - Volunteer appreciation week This week, people who volunteer are being thanked for the contributions they make to their communities. In recent years, many charitable organizations have been finding it more and more difficult to find volunteers. This week, the Iron Ore Company of Canada announced an initiative that recognizes and encourages volunteers. This morning we get a little more information about the program, and hear from a father and son, who both provide countless hours of volunteer time in their communities. 281 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120419_71155.mp3 Alderon iron ore continues to develop a new mine in Western Labrador. For two years the company has been taking samples from its property just outside Labrador City. An environmental impact statement is currently in the works. A little less than a week ago the company reached another major step toward making the mine happen. An agreement was signed with China's Largest steel producer. Tayfun Eldem is Alderon's President and C.E.O. He joins us from Tokyo, Japan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Alderon signs deal with China's largest steel producer Alderon iron ore continues to develop a new mine in Western Labrador. For two years the company has been taking samples from its property just outside Labrador City. An environmental impact statement is currently in the works. A little less than a week ago the company reached another major step toward making the mine happen. An agreement was signed with China's Largest steel producer. Tayfun Eldem is Alderon's President and C.E.O. He joins us from Tokyo, Japan. 242 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120418_77196.mp3 Those white fluffy animals are showing up all over Newfoundland and Labrador And no, I'm not talking about rabbits. Polar Bears are making their way south. There was a polar bear sitting in Greenspond, in central Newfoundland earlier this month. And one Rigolet man wants you to be respectful of these arctic animals. He joins Colleen on the line from Rigolet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Learning safety around Polar Bears Those white fluffy animals are showing up all over Newfoundland and Labrador And no, I'm not talking about rabbits. Polar Bears are making their way south. There was a polar bear sitting in Greenspond, in central Newfoundland earlier this month. And one Rigolet man wants you to be respectful of these arctic animals. He joins Colleen on the line from Rigolet. 416 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120418_36492.mp3 The United Steelworkers Union is taking complaints from Vale workers to a shareholders meeting in Brasil today. The USW represents Vale workers in Ontario, Manitoba ... and at Voisey's Bay here in Labrador. The union says Vale needs to improve it's relationship with labour and address safety concerns. For more, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord reached USW director Wayne Fraser from Rio de Janeiro. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Taking Vale workers concerns to the Shareholders The United Steelworkers Union is taking complaints from Vale workers to a shareholders meeting in Brasil today. The USW represents Vale workers in Ontario, Manitoba ... and at Voisey's Bay here in Labrador. The union says Vale needs to improve it's relationship with labour and address safety concerns. For more, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord reached USW director Wayne Fraser from Rio de Janeiro. 248 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120418_12982.mp3 Housing has been one of the biggest issues in Labrador West since the boom in mining and exploration started several years ago. But there has been a lack of land available for developers, and restrictions on the size and height of buildings. Yesterday a special session of council was called for Labrador City that will help deal with some of those issues. Labrador Morning's Mike Power finds out more from Town Manager Jeff Boland. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador City adopts housing amendments Housing has been one of the biggest issues in Labrador West since the boom in mining and exploration started several years ago. But there has been a lack of land available for developers, and restrictions on the size and height of buildings. Yesterday a special session of council was called for Labrador City that will help deal with some of those issues. Labrador Morning's Mike Power finds out more from Town Manager Jeff Boland. 347 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120418_89500.mp3 Women in Newfoundland and Labrador did a lot more than cook, clean and take care of the children before Confederation. An exhibition called Women and Work displays females doing what many would call man's work. It features archival photographs from the 1880's to the 1940s and its on display at the Labrador Interpretation Centre in North West River . Mavis Penney is the Acting Curator and Colleen Connors stopped by for a tour of the exhibition. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Women and Work before confederation. Women in Newfoundland and Labrador did a lot more than cook, clean and take care of the children before Confederation. An exhibition called Women and Work displays females doing what many would call man's work. It features archival photographs from the 1880's to the 1940s and its on display at the Labrador Interpretation Centre in North West River . Mavis Penney is the Acting Curator and Colleen Connors stopped by for a tour of the exhibition. 411 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120417_29779.mp3 It's a rare opportunity for anyone to visit Canada's northernmost settlement, at Canadian Forces Base Alert. It's even more rare to be hosted by the military, to paint. But that's what Michael Markowsky will be doing this week. The Vancouver artist is flying to Alert, as part of the Canadian Forces Artists' Program. It was started a decade ago, by the Department of National Defence. But the military tradition of sending artists to capture images and impressions of Canada's soldiers...goes back almost a century, to the First World War. Chris Harbord spoke to Michael Markowsky about his visit to Alert http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Art in Alert It's a rare opportunity for anyone to visit Canada's northernmost settlement, at Canadian Forces Base Alert. It's even more rare to be hosted by the military, to paint. But that's what Michael Markowsky will be doing this week. The Vancouver artist is flying to Alert, as part of the Canadian Forces Artists' Program. It was started a decade ago, by the Department of National Defence. But the military tradition of sending artists to capture images and impressions of Canada's soldiers...goes back almost a century, to the First World War. Chris Harbord spoke to Michael Markowsky about his visit to Alert 356 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120417_88815.mp3 Academics from around the world are spending the next few days on the North Coast of Labrador. Nain is hosting an international conference on polar tourism. Participants will be share ideas on developing tourism in the north. They'll also get to sample some of what Nunatsiavut has to offer. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with a group of academics in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before they left for Nain. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nain - International polar tourism conference Academics from around the world are spending the next few days on the North Coast of Labrador. Nain is hosting an international conference on polar tourism. Participants will be share ideas on developing tourism in the north. They'll also get to sample some of what Nunatsiavut has to offer. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with a group of academics in Happy Valley-Goose Bay before they left for Nain. 445 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120417_16580.mp3 Workers at the Carol Wabush co-op in Labrador City have been on the picket line since Friday. But this morning, the two sides have come to an agreement. To find out the latest, we contacted Union representative, Tom Harris. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Carol Wabush CO-OP Strike - OVER Workers at the Carol Wabush co-op in Labrador City have been on the picket line since Friday. But this morning, the two sides have come to an agreement. To find out the latest, we contacted Union representative, Tom Harris. 226 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120417_80938.mp3 One of Labrador's newest iron ore mines is gearing up for a busy summer. Unlike the huge mines in Labrador West, Labrador Iron mines is a smaller operation, but an interesting one in terms of the industry. The bulk of the operation is in Labrador, just west of Schefferville Quebec. Rodney Cooper is the President and C.E.O. He told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the operation. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Iron Mines One of Labrador's newest iron ore mines is gearing up for a busy summer. Unlike the huge mines in Labrador West, Labrador Iron mines is a smaller operation, but an interesting one in terms of the industry. The bulk of the operation is in Labrador, just west of Schefferville Quebec. Rodney Cooper is the President and C.E.O. He told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the operation. 359 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120417_19913.mp3 Rigolet's Charlotte Wolfrey called us last week to say bread was more than $7 a loaf in Rigolet. She bought the last bag of bread from the Northern Store and couldn't believe her eyes when she looked at the grocery receipt. The high cost had many people wondering if the bread was covered under the northern subsidy that helps offset the cost of shipping to northern Labrador communities. We contacted Nutrition North Canada and asked their spokesperson Stephen Van Dine why bread costs so much. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nutrition North Canada - $7 loaf of bread in Rigolet Rigolet's Charlotte Wolfrey called us last week to say bread was more than $7 a loaf in Rigolet. She bought the last bag of bread from the Northern Store and couldn't believe her eyes when she looked at the grocery receipt. The high cost had many people wondering if the bread was covered under the northern subsidy that helps offset the cost of shipping to northern Labrador communities. We contacted Nutrition North Canada and asked their spokesperson Stephen Van Dine why bread costs so much. 175 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120416_53658.mp3 Students across Labrador are getting up close and personal with the Jacinda Beals Band. The Labrador band is touring schools in five communities. Students are getting to sample Labrador music. They also have a chance to contribute lyrics for Jacinda's song, Labrador to the Core. The third leg of the tour was at Sheshatshiu Innu School on Friday. That's where Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with the band and a group of students to find out how it's going. . http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador to the Core Tour continues Students across Labrador are getting up close and personal with the Jacinda Beals Band. The Labrador band is touring schools in five communities. Students are getting to sample Labrador music. They also have a chance to contribute lyrics for Jacinda's song, Labrador to the Core. The third leg of the tour was at Sheshatshiu Innu School on Friday. That's where Labrador Morning's John Gaudi caught up with the band and a group of students to find out how it's going. . 450 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120416_49417.mp3 On Friday, the people of Natuashish got another chance to cast their vote for Chief and councilors. The 2010 election was hotly disputed...and the alleged irregularities led the courts to order another vote. Well, in a margin of only 9 ballots, Simeon Tshakapesh won Friday's election over his nearest challenger, former chief Prote Poker. CBC's Robyn Miller spoke to Tshakapesh after the vote. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Simeon Tshakapesh wins Natuashish Vote On Friday, the people of Natuashish got another chance to cast their vote for Chief and councilors. The 2010 election was hotly disputed...and the alleged irregularities led the courts to order another vote. Well, in a margin of only 9 ballots, Simeon Tshakapesh won Friday's election over his nearest challenger, former chief Prote Poker. CBC's Robyn Miller spoke to Tshakapesh after the vote. 252 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120416_50073.mp3 Follow the Leader was a Nutrition Month challenge in March to get help communities leaders get in shape. Town Mayors and councillors from across Newfoundland and Labrador had to compete in a series of healthy living challenges like wearing a pedometer and eating more healthy foods. The participants received points with each challenge and the winner is councillor Nancy Hall in Postville. She joins Colleen Connors on the line from her home, where she just stepped off the treadmill. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Postville councillor Nancy Hall wins fitness challenge Follow the Leader was a Nutrition Month challenge in March to get help communities leaders get in shape. Town Mayors and councillors from across Newfoundland and Labrador had to compete in a series of healthy living challenges like wearing a pedometer and eating more healthy foods. The participants received points with each challenge and the winner is councillor Nancy Hall in Postville. She joins Colleen Connors on the line from her home, where she just stepped off the treadmill. 293 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120416_64014.mp3 Accross Labrador, Community Access Program OR cap... public internet sites in libraries and schools provide free internet access And in some small communities, It remains one of the only ways to get online. But as a part of budget custs, the federal government is giving CAP sites the axe. That doesn't sit well with Sheila Downer with SmartLabrador...who helped bring CAP sites to Labrador. She spoke to Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cuts to CAP - Community Access Program for internet Accross Labrador, Community Access Program OR cap... public internet sites in libraries and schools provide free internet access And in some small communities, It remains one of the only ways to get online. But as a part of budget custs, the federal government is giving CAP sites the axe. That doesn't sit well with Sheila Downer with SmartLabrador...who helped bring CAP sites to Labrador. She spoke to Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord. 330 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120416_12632.mp3 Workers at the Carol Wabush Co-op in Labrador City went on strike Friday. They say the offer of a wage increase isn't enough to keep up with the high cost of living in Labrador West. But Co-op Atlantic says it's a fair offer given the economics of the store. Romeo Cormier speaks for Co-op Atlantic. He's on the line with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT CO-OP Atlantic talks about the Carol Wabush CO-OP Strike Workers at the Carol Wabush Co-op in Labrador City went on strike Friday. They say the offer of a wage increase isn't enough to keep up with the high cost of living in Labrador West. But Co-op Atlantic says it's a fair offer given the economics of the store. Romeo Cormier speaks for Co-op Atlantic. He's on the line with Tony Dawson. 393 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120413_20915.mp3 People in Happy Valley-Goose Bay may have noticed a convoy of black suburbans driving around. That's because military chiefs from 8 countries are visiting 5 Wing Goose Bay this week. They are talking about a number of issues affecting the north. But the chiefs are also getting a chance to see what Labrador has to offer. General Walt Natyncyzk is Canada's top soldier. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke with him about the summit, and how he sees the future of the base. And, the military chiefs also got a chance to see what the Canadian Rangers do. There was a ranger display set up at the Dakota shooting range on the wing. We have a taste of that. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT General Walt Natyncyzk at 5 Wing Goose Bay People in Happy Valley-Goose Bay may have noticed a convoy of black suburbans driving around. That's because military chiefs from 8 countries are visiting 5 Wing Goose Bay this week. They are talking about a number of issues affecting the north. But the chiefs are also getting a chance to see what Labrador has to offer. General Walt Natyncyzk is Canada's top soldier. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke with him about the summit, and how he sees the future of the base. And, the military chiefs also got a chance to see what the Canadian Rangers do. There was a ranger display set up at the Dakota shooting range on the wing. We have a taste of that. 558 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120413_25441.mp3 It's spring in Labrador and that means ice is a reality. Ice makes it quite difficult to travel the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. Passengers were stranded for almost 9 days waiting for the MV Apollo to make its schedule route between St. Barbe and Blanc Sablon. It did manage to make it through the ice conditions. To explain how these ice conditions are changing, we are joined by Dan Frampton. He's the superintendent of ice operations with the Canadian Coast Guard. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Talking Ice Conditions on the Labrador Strait It's spring in Labrador and that means ice is a reality. Ice makes it quite difficult to travel the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. Passengers were stranded for almost 9 days waiting for the MV Apollo to make its schedule route between St. Barbe and Blanc Sablon. It did manage to make it through the ice conditions. To explain how these ice conditions are changing, we are joined by Dan Frampton. He's the superintendent of ice operations with the Canadian Coast Guard. 364 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120413_70508.mp3 Workers at the Carol Wabush Co-op in Labrador City are scheduled to hit the picket line in just over an hour from now. The employees at the grocery store have been without a contract for over a year. One offer was rejected by ninety per cent in a vote on Wednesday. Steelworkers International representative Tom Harris has been involved with the negotiations He's on the line with Tony Dawson from Labrador City. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Carol Wabush CO-OP - On Strike Workers at the Carol Wabush Co-op in Labrador City are scheduled to hit the picket line in just over an hour from now. The employees at the grocery store have been without a contract for over a year. One offer was rejected by ninety per cent in a vote on Wednesday. Steelworkers International representative Tom Harris has been involved with the negotiations He's on the line with Tony Dawson from Labrador City. 462 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_94713.mp3 Cains Quest organizeers are taking a break for a year, and who could bleame them. Anonymous George , That's who!. Here's his call to talkback. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Comedy - Anonymous George - Cains Break Cains Quest organizeers are taking a break for a year, and who could bleame them. Anonymous George , That's who!. Here's his call to talkback. 126 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_86864.mp3 5 Wing Goose Bay is getting a Griffon helicopter. This third helicopter increases the number of serviceable aircraft to the area and is one more chopper ready and able to support search and rescue missions. After Burton Winter's Death on the ice, the public was informed that both helicopters in Happy Valley Goose Bay were down due to mechanical problems. Word of a third helicopter in Labrador is great news for MHA Randy Edmunds. He's advocated for better search and rescue services in Labrador since Burton Winter's death. We also hear from MP Peter Penashue and John Gaudi looks back at the movement that formed as a result of Burton Winters death. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT 3rd Griffon returned to 444 Squadron at 5 Wing Goose Bay - 5 Wing Goose Bay is getting a Griffon helicopter. This third helicopter increases the number of serviceable aircraft to the area and is one more chopper ready and able to support search and rescue missions. After Burton Winter's Death on the ice, the public was informed that both helicopters in Happy Valley Goose Bay were down due to mechanical problems. Word of a third helicopter in Labrador is great news for MHA Randy Edmunds. He's advocated for better search and rescue services in Labrador since Burton Winter's death. We also hear from MP Peter Penashue and John Gaudi looks back at the movement that formed as a result of Burton Winters death. 858 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_44352.mp3 Darlene Poole joins Tony Dawson for Jigs and reels from St. Lewis on Labrador's south coast. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Jigs and Reels - St.Lewis Darlene Poole joins Tony Dawson for Jigs and reels from St. Lewis on Labrador's south coast. 435 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_41780.mp3 high cost of transportation and shipping means food can be more expensive in northern communities in Labrador. This is especially true for the Northern Store in Rigolet where a loaf of D'italiano bread sold for $7.09. Charlotte Wolfrey could barely believe her eyes when she say the price on her grocery receipt. To explain more, she joins Tony Dawson this morning from her home in Rigolet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT More than 7 dollars for a loaf of bread in Rigolet high cost of transportation and shipping means food can be more expensive in northern communities in Labrador. This is especially true for the Northern Store in Rigolet where a loaf of D'italiano bread sold for $7.09. Charlotte Wolfrey could barely believe her eyes when she say the price on her grocery receipt. To explain more, she joins Tony Dawson this morning from her home in Rigolet. 282 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_39985.mp3 Yesterday on the program, we received a birthday greeting, as we often do, but this one stuck out. Harris Morris celebrated his 80th yesterday. He's got a large family....2 sons 4 daughters and all their siblings. But they couldn't say Happy Birthday in person. We thought it might be a good idea to get him on the phone, So, Tony Dawson called his daughter, Pauline Brown in Cartwright and found out Harris was on a longliner with his son Sam....That's where we caught up with him. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Harris Morris - Off Seal Hunting on his 80th Birthday Yesterday on the program, we received a birthday greeting, as we often do, but this one stuck out. Harris Morris celebrated his 80th yesterday. He's got a large family....2 sons 4 daughters and all their siblings. But they couldn't say Happy Birthday in person. We thought it might be a good idea to get him on the phone, So, Tony Dawson called his daughter, Pauline Brown in Cartwright and found out Harris was on a longliner with his son Sam....That's where we caught up with him. 312 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120412_58054.mp3 After one of the most successful years ever, organizers of Cains Quest snowmobile endurance race say there will be no race next year. The event started in two thousand six has grown steadily in size and distance since it began. Now organizers are looking at it's success, and deciding what to do next. Todd Kent is the co-chair of Cains Quest, he told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the decision to skip a year and what they hope to accomplish. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest - Taking a year off ! After one of the most successful years ever, organizers of Cains Quest snowmobile endurance race say there will be no race next year. The event started in two thousand six has grown steadily in size and distance since it began. Now organizers are looking at it's success, and deciding what to do next. Todd Kent is the co-chair of Cains Quest, he told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the decision to skip a year and what they hope to accomplish. 355 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_71654.mp3 People in Natuashish are heading to the polls for an election on Friday. A federal court of Canada judge found there were problems with the 2010 election. He said ballots were spoiled, amongst other irregularities. There are three candidates running for chief on Friday. Our John Gaudi has been following the election in Natuashish. And he's in the studio with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Natuashish election - This Friday, April 13 People in Natuashish are heading to the polls for an election on Friday. A federal court of Canada judge found there were problems with the 2010 election. He said ballots were spoiled, amongst other irregularities. There are three candidates running for chief on Friday. Our John Gaudi has been following the election in Natuashish. And he's in the studio with Tony Dawson. 536 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_13013.mp3 She waited and waited. But still the ferry didn't run. Alice Moores and her family were trying to get home to Red Bay after a short weekend visit to Corner Brook. But, because of ice conditions the Apollo wasn't running. Eventually, after days of waiting, Alice and her crew took a flight home and left their car behind. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Red Bay. (Part two - for web only) http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Apollo Woes - Waiting on...and in the ice (Part two - Web Only) She waited and waited. But still the ferry didn't run. Alice Moores and her family were trying to get home to Red Bay after a short weekend visit to Corner Brook. But, because of ice conditions the Apollo wasn't running. Eventually, after days of waiting, Alice and her crew took a flight home and left their car behind. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Red Bay. (Part two - for web only) 395 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_22695.mp3 She waited and waited. But still the ferry didn't run. Alice Moores and her family were trying to get home to Red Bay after a short weekend visit to Corner Brook. But, because of ice conditions the Apollo wasn't running. Eventually, after days of waiting, Alice and her crew took a flight home and left their car behind. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Red Bay. (Part one from Labrador Morning) http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Apollo Woes - Waiting on...and in the ice She waited and waited. But still the ferry didn't run. Alice Moores and her family were trying to get home to Red Bay after a short weekend visit to Corner Brook. But, because of ice conditions the Apollo wasn't running. Eventually, after days of waiting, Alice and her crew took a flight home and left their car behind. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Red Bay. (Part one from Labrador Morning) 358 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_52093.mp3 How do you watch TV? Is it cable, satellite or the old fashion way? Well, those rabbit ears won't work much longer. Because of budget cuts, the CBC is shutting down the analog transmitter network. Many cable companies in rural areas like Labrador depend on transmitters for a signal. To get a grasp on what this means for people living here, our Colleen Connors reached Angus McKinnon. He's with CBC Radio communications in Ottawa. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Still use rabbit ears to watch CBC? Not for long ! How do you watch TV? Is it cable, satellite or the old fashion way? Well, those rabbit ears won't work much longer. Because of budget cuts, the CBC is shutting down the analog transmitter network. Many cable companies in rural areas like Labrador depend on transmitters for a signal. To get a grasp on what this means for people living here, our Colleen Connors reached Angus McKinnon. He's with CBC Radio communications in Ottawa. 396 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_83410.mp3 Cabin culture is alive and well in Western Labrador, but things are changing. New roads mean many people can drive right to their cabin door. And a growing population means more people want that little piece of heaven as close to home as possible. But all the exploration and mining development in the area has some cabin owners worried they may lose their property. Labrador Morning's Mike Power has been looking into the story and joins Tony Dawson from our Labrador City Studio http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Making way for Iron Ore - Cabin concerns in Labrador West Cabin culture is alive and well in Western Labrador, but things are changing. New roads mean many people can drive right to their cabin door. And a growing population means more people want that little piece of heaven as close to home as possible. But all the exploration and mining development in the area has some cabin owners worried they may lose their property. Labrador Morning's Mike Power has been looking into the story and joins Tony Dawson from our Labrador City Studio 553 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120411_12526.mp3 More bad news yesterday, here at the CBC. Reductions in programming and foreign journalism were announced yesterday ... the result of cuts in the federal budget. CBC staff across Newfoundland and Labrador gathered yesterday afternoon to here how all these cuts would affect our province. Denise Wilson is the Managing Director for CBC in the region , and she joins us this morning from St. John' http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT More details about CBC Cuts in Newfoundland and Labrador More bad news yesterday, here at the CBC. Reductions in programming and foreign journalism were announced yesterday ... the result of cuts in the federal budget. CBC staff across Newfoundland and Labrador gathered yesterday afternoon to here how all these cuts would affect our province. Denise Wilson is the Managing Director for CBC in the region , and she joins us this morning from St. John' 306 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120410_11340.mp3 Lawyers representing students in the Labrador Residential School class action suite are looking for help. They want former students to send them documents and records of their time at school. Those may be photographs, memoirs, and report cards. The lawyers say these materials will help them in their case against the federal government. Our John Gaudi spoke with lawyer Steve Cooper about how they will be used. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador Residential School class action Lawyers representing students in the Labrador Residential School class action suite are looking for help. They want former students to send them documents and records of their time at school. Those may be photographs, memoirs, and report cards. The lawyers say these materials will help them in their case against the federal government. Our John Gaudi spoke with lawyer Steve Cooper about how they will be used. 372 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120410_63911.mp3 Alderon Iron ore is preparing to open an iron ore mine in the area near Duley Lake, about ten kilometres west of Labrador City. Mines in the area are also expanding thanks to the hugh demand for Iron ore. Despite that, the Federal government announced in the last budget that it was doing away with the Atlantic Mining tax incentive. Our Mike Power spoke with Alderons President and C.E.O., Tayfun Eldem about the project and tax incentive. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT President and C.E.O. of Alderon Iron Ore - Tayfun Eldem Alderon Iron ore is preparing to open an iron ore mine in the area near Duley Lake, about ten kilometres west of Labrador City. Mines in the area are also expanding thanks to the hugh demand for Iron ore. Despite that, the Federal government announced in the last budget that it was doing away with the Atlantic Mining tax incentive. Our Mike Power spoke with Alderons President and C.E.O., Tayfun Eldem about the project and tax incentive. 271 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120409_80715.mp3 Amateur Theatre is alive and well in Labrador. Three of the five productions at this years provincial drama festival are from the big land. The Northern Lights Theatre company from Labrador West is presenting "Fighting words". Labrador Morning's Mike Power asked director and theatre company President Peter McCormack to tell him about the play and to share his thoughts on the drama festival, and we have a short scene from the play, featuring Dana Blackmore, Ruth Simmons and Wendy Chambers. That is followed up with a member of the The St. John's host committee. Terri Andrews is the public relations coordinator for the festival. She's on the line with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT 2012 Provincial Drama Festival - "Fighting Words". Amateur Theatre is alive and well in Labrador. Three of the five productions at this years provincial drama festival are from the big land. The Northern Lights Theatre company from Labrador West is presenting "Fighting words". Labrador Morning's Mike Power asked director and theatre company President Peter McCormack to tell him about the play and to share his thoughts on the drama festival, and we have a short scene from the play, featuring Dana Blackmore, Ruth Simmons and Wendy Chambers. That is followed up with a member of the The St. John's host committee. Terri Andrews is the public relations coordinator for the festival. She's on the line with Tony Dawson. 785 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120409_67450.mp3 Damico Cabot , his wife and two daughters were evicted from their apartment in Labrador City, December 1 of 2011. The apartment complex was sold to a contractor and ten families were evicted. They have until July 1 to be out. With the cost of living so high in Labrador West, the family made the difficult decision to live in separate towns. Damico works at the Wabush Mines and will board in Labrador City, but his family is moving to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Our Andrew Brown spoke with Damico Cabot about the decision. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Evicted in Labrador West - Splitting the family Damico Cabot , his wife and two daughters were evicted from their apartment in Labrador City, December 1 of 2011. The apartment complex was sold to a contractor and ten families were evicted. They have until July 1 to be out. With the cost of living so high in Labrador West, the family made the difficult decision to live in separate towns. Damico works at the Wabush Mines and will board in Labrador City, but his family is moving to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Our Andrew Brown spoke with Damico Cabot about the decision. 335 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120409_30684.mp3 The heads of militaries from eight countries are meeting on Five Wing Goose Bay this week. The top soldiers from places like Norway, Iceland, Russia, and the U.S. will be talking about a number of Northern Issues. It's the first time a meeting with so many heads of defense is happening on the Wing. And security has already started ramping up in advance of it. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with the base's public affairs officer Dave Bowen about what to expect. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 09 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Major Military meeting at 5 Wing Goose Bay The heads of militaries from eight countries are meeting on Five Wing Goose Bay this week. The top soldiers from places like Norway, Iceland, Russia, and the U.S. will be talking about a number of Northern Issues. It's the first time a meeting with so many heads of defense is happening on the Wing. And security has already started ramping up in advance of it. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with the base's public affairs officer Dave Bowen about what to expect. 367 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_51998.mp3 Big cuts are coming to the CBC. As a result of this year's federal budget, the crown corporation is slated to cut ten per cent. Management delivered some of the details to its employees on Wednesday English and French services will axe 650 jobs over the next three years starting with 475 this fiscal year, and plans are underway to put ads on Radio 2 and Radio Canada's Espace Musique. CBC Executive Vice-President of English Services Kirstine Stewart says that CBC news will not be exempt from the cuts, and CBC President Hubert Lacroix says they had to make tough decisions. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cuts to the CBC - 650 jobs will be lost Big cuts are coming to the CBC. As a result of this year's federal budget, the crown corporation is slated to cut ten per cent. Management delivered some of the details to its employees on Wednesday English and French services will axe 650 jobs over the next three years starting with 475 this fiscal year, and plans are underway to put ads on Radio 2 and Radio Canada's Espace Musique. CBC Executive Vice-President of English Services Kirstine Stewart says that CBC news will not be exempt from the cuts, and CBC President Hubert Lacroix says they had to make tough decisions. 240 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_51289.mp3 A lilly is symbol of new life at Easter time. But this year, the military chaplain on 5 wing Goose Bay is taking that message a step further. Robin Major has been growing lettuce and other greens at the Chapel of the Northern Lights. Those greens will be harvested for a meal after Sunday's Easter service. People will also be able to plant a daffodil bulb. Robin Major explained to our John Gaudi the significance of growing plants at Easter. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Easter Celebrations at 5 Wing Goose Bay A lilly is symbol of new life at Easter time. But this year, the military chaplain on 5 wing Goose Bay is taking that message a step further. Robin Major has been growing lettuce and other greens at the Chapel of the Northern Lights. Those greens will be harvested for a meal after Sunday's Easter service. People will also be able to plant a daffodil bulb. Robin Major explained to our John Gaudi the significance of growing plants at Easter. 366 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_59066.mp3 From egg hunts to family get-togethers... Easter is a fun time of year for everyone. But if we're not careful, we'll forget the significance of Easter. It's a day to celebrate the life of an extraordinary person. Calling in to talkback with what he feels is the true meaning of Easter, here's Anonymous George. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Comedy - Anonymous George -Easter From egg hunts to family get-togethers... Easter is a fun time of year for everyone. But if we're not careful, we'll forget the significance of Easter. It's a day to celebrate the life of an extraordinary person. Calling in to talkback with what he feels is the true meaning of Easter, here's Anonymous George. 147 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_78267.mp3 Spring clean up is an annual chore in Labrador. But there's going to be a lot of work to do at the dock in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. There's lots of trash and litter strewn about there. Holis Yetman is with the Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association that maintains the boat launch area. He told Labrador Morning's John Gaudi about the unsightly mess. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Spring has sprung- And so has the garbage Spring clean up is an annual chore in Labrador. But there's going to be a lot of work to do at the dock in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. There's lots of trash and litter strewn about there. Holis Yetman is with the Labrador Hunting and Fishing Association that maintains the boat launch area. He told Labrador Morning's John Gaudi about the unsightly mess. 371 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_18149.mp3 Another day, another Polar Bear encounter. Early Tuesday Morning Annie and Lawrence Rumbolt were in their bed in St. Lewis on the Labrador Coast. They thought the dog was making a noise in the house, But that was not the case. Labrador Morning's Tony Dawson called Annie to hear the story first hand. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT An early morning close encounter with a Polar Bear Another day, another Polar Bear encounter. Early Tuesday Morning Annie and Lawrence Rumbolt were in their bed in St. Lewis on the Labrador Coast. They thought the dog was making a noise in the house, But that was not the case. Labrador Morning's Tony Dawson called Annie to hear the story first hand. 262 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_20099.mp3 Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko have wrapped up their walk from Nain to Nunavik. The two adventure seekers have been walking for weeks. and they join Tony Dawson live from Kangiqsualujjuaq . http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko arrive Kangiqsualujjuaq Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko have wrapped up their walk from Nain to Nunavik. The two adventure seekers have been walking for weeks. and they join Tony Dawson live from Kangiqsualujjuaq . 652 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120405_56996.mp3 For decades the Carol Players of Labrador West have been a part of the provincial Drama Festival. While the group has seen it's share of changes, the desire to perform at the provincial level remains an important part of their mandate. The group recently performed this years selection at the Labrador West arts and culture centre. Reporter Mike Power dropped by a rehearsal to meet the director and find out more about the show, and we have a scence from the play "night mother" performed by Lori Greene and Nicole Locke. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Carol Players - "night mother" For decades the Carol Players of Labrador West have been a part of the provincial Drama Festival. While the group has seen it's share of changes, the desire to perform at the provincial level remains an important part of their mandate. The group recently performed this years selection at the Labrador West arts and culture centre. Reporter Mike Power dropped by a rehearsal to meet the director and find out more about the show, and we have a scence from the play "night mother" performed by Lori Greene and Nicole Locke. 391 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120404_63781.mp3 candidate for president of Nunatsiavut is acknowledging she left her cabinet post last month after inappropriate use of her government credit card. Susan Nochasak used the card for personal purchases. She has since repaid all the money. Originally, Nunatsiavut President Jim Lyall issued press release saying Nochasak was leaving for personal reasons. Now, He's telling a different story. He says he forced her to resign. Here he is with Labrador Morning's Peter Cowan. following that we hear from Susan Nocahasak about the resignation ,and why she only offered up "Personal Reasons" when she went public. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Susan Nochasak - The truth behind the resignation candidate for president of Nunatsiavut is acknowledging she left her cabinet post last month after inappropriate use of her government credit card. Susan Nochasak used the card for personal purchases. She has since repaid all the money. Originally, Nunatsiavut President Jim Lyall issued press release saying Nochasak was leaving for personal reasons. Now, He's telling a different story. He says he forced her to resign. Here he is with Labrador Morning's Peter Cowan. following that we hear from Susan Nocahasak about the resignation ,and why she only offered up "Personal Reasons" when she went public. 488 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120404_95016.mp3 Skates have been sharpend , and routines practiced and practiced and practiced . Tonight and tomorrow, Skaters of the Wabush figure skating club, and their guests add music and costumes to a show that promises to be full of pizazz. Reporter Mike Power dropped by a rehearsal at the Wabush arena and spoke with Club vice-president Frances Bell, and two skaters who have a special reason to participate in this show. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush Figure Skating Show Skates have been sharpend , and routines practiced and practiced and practiced . Tonight and tomorrow, Skaters of the Wabush figure skating club, and their guests add music and costumes to a show that promises to be full of pizazz. Reporter Mike Power dropped by a rehearsal at the Wabush arena and spoke with Club vice-president Frances Bell, and two skaters who have a special reason to participate in this show. 370 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120404_44783.mp3 Yesterday, a developer was back in Happy Valley-Goose Bay promoting the Goose Bay Center. Goose Bay Capital Corporation says it will be a place for people to live, shop and get professional services. The group revealed its 15 year plan at the Labrador Friendship Center. And while there's no ground breaking happening yet, there was lots of optimism at the session. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the Labrador Friendship Center to speak with people about the project. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Plans for the "Goose Bay town Center" Yesterday, a developer was back in Happy Valley-Goose Bay promoting the Goose Bay Center. Goose Bay Capital Corporation says it will be a place for people to live, shop and get professional services. The group revealed its 15 year plan at the Labrador Friendship Center. And while there's no ground breaking happening yet, there was lots of optimism at the session. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the Labrador Friendship Center to speak with people about the project. 367 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120404_79851.mp3 "Bedtime Stories" is headed to the provincial drama festival in St. John's. That's right, the Mokami Players are taking their show on the road. But first, they're staging the play again in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Byron Hamel went to a rehearsal at the O'Brien Arts Centre to find out more. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mokami Players - "Bedtime Stories" "Bedtime Stories" is headed to the provincial drama festival in St. John's. That's right, the Mokami Players are taking their show on the road. But first, they're staging the play again in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Byron Hamel went to a rehearsal at the O'Brien Arts Centre to find out more. 400 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120404_22786.mp3 Iron ore isn't the only thing being produced in Labrador West these days. Last night there was a book launch for Poet Kerri Cull's first book of poems. It's called "Soak" It's been a while in the making. It started before Cull moved to Labrador City. But last evening folks gathered at the Labrador West arts and culture centre for the Book Launch. Labrador Morning's Mike Power was there. Kerri Cull told him a bit about herself and her work. We'll also hear part of her reading, and find out what those in attendance thought about the book. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Kerri Cull the poet releases her book "Soak" Iron ore isn't the only thing being produced in Labrador West these days. Last night there was a book launch for Poet Kerri Cull's first book of poems. It's called "Soak" It's been a while in the making. It started before Cull moved to Labrador City. But last evening folks gathered at the Labrador West arts and culture centre for the Book Launch. Labrador Morning's Mike Power was there. Kerri Cull told him a bit about herself and her work. We'll also hear part of her reading, and find out what those in attendance thought about the book. 358 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120403_95455.mp3 Last week, we told you about a business wanting to help alleviate the housing crunch in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. K and K Trucking inquired at the town about building apartments on the Canadian-side. People are living in the area that's zoned commercial industrial. But Businessman Wayne Dawe says the town won't give him permits to put in apartments. Joining us to explain the town's stance on the matter is Mayor Leo Abbass. he's in studio with Tony Dawson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Happy Valley Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbass - Why a No to Building Permit Last week, we told you about a business wanting to help alleviate the housing crunch in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. K and K Trucking inquired at the town about building apartments on the Canadian-side. People are living in the area that's zoned commercial industrial. But Businessman Wayne Dawe says the town won't give him permits to put in apartments. Joining us to explain the town's stance on the matter is Mayor Leo Abbass. he's in studio with Tony Dawson 471 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120403_72273.mp3 The Public Utility Board can't say if Muskrat Falls project is the best long-term power option for the province. It submitted a report to government last week. That report was made public in St. John's yesterday. In it, the board says it doesn't have enough information about whether the hydroelectric project is the cheapest option. Our Peter Cowan spoke with Clarice Blake Rudkowski about the PUB's conclusion. She is with Grand Riverkeeper in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Grand Riverkeeper - PUB report The Public Utility Board can't say if Muskrat Falls project is the best long-term power option for the province. It submitted a report to government last week. That report was made public in St. John's yesterday. In it, the board says it doesn't have enough information about whether the hydroelectric project is the cheapest option. Our Peter Cowan spoke with Clarice Blake Rudkowski about the PUB's conclusion. She is with Grand Riverkeeper in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. 234 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120403_70549.mp3 Liberal Leader Dwight Ball was in Ottawa yesterday asking the Federal Government to reverse the closure of the Marine Rescue Sub Centre in St. John's and to start a public inquiry into the Burton Winters tragedy. MHA Yvonne Jones and MHA Randy Edmunds were also in Ottawa yesterday making their case known to the feds. Randy Edmunds joins us now from St. John's on more of what happened. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT MHA Randy Edmunds -Taking Concerns to Ottawa Liberal Leader Dwight Ball was in Ottawa yesterday asking the Federal Government to reverse the closure of the Marine Rescue Sub Centre in St. John's and to start a public inquiry into the Burton Winters tragedy. MHA Yvonne Jones and MHA Randy Edmunds were also in Ottawa yesterday making their case known to the feds. Randy Edmunds joins us now from St. John's on more of what happened. 352 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120403_69457.mp3 Katimivak provides youth across Canada with the skills to become more independent and gain more self esteem. One volunteer in Happy Valley Goose Bay has experienced the benefits of this program first hand. Although she just arrived in Labrador, Margot McComb has spend several months volunteering in a small town in Manitoba and says this program has really impacted her life. Margo is on the line now from the Katimivak house while all the volunteers are still sleeping.. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Happy Valley Goose Bay Katimivak Volunteer - Program eliminated Katimivak provides youth across Canada with the skills to become more independent and gain more self esteem. One volunteer in Happy Valley Goose Bay has experienced the benefits of this program first hand. Although she just arrived in Labrador, Margot McComb has spend several months volunteering in a small town in Manitoba and says this program has really impacted her life. Margo is on the line now from the Katimivak house while all the volunteers are still sleeping.. 272 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120403_65091.mp3 It looks like people living in Labrador may not have to wait THAT much longer for pavement. The government called the final tenders for Phase 1 of the Trans Labrador Highway. It will take $65.8 million to pave the rest of the highway from Labrador West to Happy Valley Goose Bay. That means, the government is one step closer to paving all the Trans Labrador Highway with an end date of 2019. For more, we've reached Minister of Transportation Tom Hedderson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador's TLH - Paved by 2019? It looks like people living in Labrador may not have to wait THAT much longer for pavement. The government called the final tenders for Phase 1 of the Trans Labrador Highway. It will take $65.8 million to pave the rest of the highway from Labrador West to Happy Valley Goose Bay. That means, the government is one step closer to paving all the Trans Labrador Highway with an end date of 2019. For more, we've reached Minister of Transportation Tom Hedderson 401 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_94583.mp3 About five weeks ago, the school in Charlottetown was shut down. Parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. Now students are set up in the recreation centre. That’s a situation the people of Charlottetown wanted to avoid. On top of that, an independent report contracted by the Western School Board showed the presence of seven different types of mould that extend from the basement to the attic of the school. Students attending the school have suffered from a number of illnesses including skin rashes, headaches, and breathing problems. Lisa Dempster is deputy mayor in Charlottetown and sits on the school council. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Charlottetown School Update About five weeks ago, the school in Charlottetown was shut down. Parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. Now students are set up in the recreation centre. That’s a situation the people of Charlottetown wanted to avoid. On top of that, an independent report contracted by the Western School Board showed the presence of seven different types of mould that extend from the basement to the attic of the school. Students attending the school have suffered from a number of illnesses including skin rashes, headaches, and breathing problems. Lisa Dempster is deputy mayor in Charlottetown and sits on the school council. 495 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_61889.mp3 The SPCA in Happy Valley Goose Bay relies on Katimavik volunteers to help run its shelter. But it's going to face some challenging times ahead. Katimavik is being cut next year. The news came down in the federal budget announcement last week. And that means the SPCA in Happy Valley-Goose Bay will be left in the lurch. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the SPCA as a new group of Katimavik volunteers were visiting the shelter. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cutting Katimavik - SPCA suffers The SPCA in Happy Valley Goose Bay relies on Katimavik volunteers to help run its shelter. But it's going to face some challenging times ahead. Katimavik is being cut next year. The news came down in the federal budget announcement last week. And that means the SPCA in Happy Valley-Goose Bay will be left in the lurch. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the SPCA as a new group of Katimavik volunteers were visiting the shelter. 365 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_18426.mp3 About five weeks ago, the school in Charlottetown was shut down. Parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. Now students are set up in the recreation centre. That's a situation the people of Charlottetown wanted to avoid. On top of that, an independent report contracted by the Western School Board showed the presence of seven different types of mould that extend from the basement to the attic of the school. Students attending the school have suffered from a number of illnesses including skin rashes, headaches, and breathing problems. Lisa Dempster is deputy mayor in Charlottetown and sits on the school council http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Charlottetown School update About five weeks ago, the school in Charlottetown was shut down. Parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. Now students are set up in the recreation centre. That's a situation the people of Charlottetown wanted to avoid. On top of that, an independent report contracted by the Western School Board showed the presence of seven different types of mould that extend from the basement to the attic of the school. Students attending the school have suffered from a number of illnesses including skin rashes, headaches, and breathing problems. Lisa Dempster is deputy mayor in Charlottetown and sits on the school council 495 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_13859.mp3 One man is believed to have died in a fire that destroyed a cabin at De Mille Lake 30 kilometres east of Labrador City, early Saturday morning. There were two men in the cabin at the time. To find out more about the fire and the investigation, Tony Dawson reached Constable Stephen Fitzgerald of the Labrador West detachment of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cabin Fire claims a life in Labrador West One man is believed to have died in a fire that destroyed a cabin at De Mille Lake 30 kilometres east of Labrador City, early Saturday morning. There were two men in the cabin at the time. To find out more about the fire and the investigation, Tony Dawson reached Constable Stephen Fitzgerald of the Labrador West detachment of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary. 271 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_64430.mp3 Child Youth and Family services now has its own department. The staff officially moved in last week. Charlene Johnson is the minister of the new department, and she was in Happy Valley Goose Bay for the opening and spoke with Peter Cowan http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Child Youth and Family Services - Now it's own department Child Youth and Family services now has its own department. The staff officially moved in last week. Charlene Johnson is the minister of the new department, and she was in Happy Valley Goose Bay for the opening and spoke with Peter Cowan 376 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120402_32081.mp3 Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko are walking from Nain to Nunavik. The two adventure seekers have been walking for weeks, but the rough weather and difficult terrain hasn't stopped them yet. With just days left in their journey, They called Tony Dawson by Sat phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Update - Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko are walking from Nain to Nunavik. The two adventure seekers have been walking for weeks, but the rough weather and difficult terrain hasn't stopped them yet. With just days left in their journey, They called Tony Dawson by Sat phone. 488 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_49822.mp3 The Broomfield arena in Happy Valley Goose will soon be able to host major conferences and trade shows thanks to a $680,000 investment from the provincial and federal governments. Big money means big changes for certain parts of the arena, like the roof and ice surface. And a large part of the cash will go towards improving the sound system and updating audiovisual equipment. To get a sense of the changes to come at the Broomfield arena, our Colleen Connors stopped by to speak with town councillor Arlene Michellin and Director of Parks and Recreation, Kevin Lane. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Welcome Facelift for Broomfield Arena The Broomfield arena in Happy Valley Goose will soon be able to host major conferences and trade shows thanks to a $680,000 investment from the provincial and federal governments. Big money means big changes for certain parts of the arena, like the roof and ice surface. And a large part of the cash will go towards improving the sound system and updating audiovisual equipment. To get a sense of the changes to come at the Broomfield arena, our Colleen Connors stopped by to speak with town councillor Arlene Michellin and Director of Parks and Recreation, Kevin Lane. 351 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_31369.mp3 The Federal budget came down at 5 o'clock yesterday with cuts to public sector jobs, elimination of the youth program Katimivak and a big goodbye to the penny. The detailed budget affects Canadians across the nation, but we want to know what this budget means for people in Labrador. All week, we have been talking about the housing crisis and the future of 5 Wing Goose Bay on Labrador Morning. To weigh in on how this budget affects Labrador, Tony Dawson reachedy MP Peter Penashue in St. John's. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT MP Peter Penashue - Federal Budget effects on Labrador The Federal budget came down at 5 o'clock yesterday with cuts to public sector jobs, elimination of the youth program Katimivak and a big goodbye to the penny. The detailed budget affects Canadians across the nation, but we want to know what this budget means for people in Labrador. All week, we have been talking about the housing crisis and the future of 5 Wing Goose Bay on Labrador Morning. To weigh in on how this budget affects Labrador, Tony Dawson reachedy MP Peter Penashue in St. John's. 525 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_92762.mp3 All week on Labrador Morning we've been talking about the past, present and future of 5 Wing Goose Bay. Yesterday, we had a panel in our studio to talk about the future of 5 wing Goose Bay. And this morning we've got them back in the studio to weigh in on all the empty houses on base. Perry Trimper used to head up the Goose Bay Citizens Coaltion. Bernie Bolger works on base, and is an area council union rep. Lydia Chubbs is a Happy Valley-Goose Bay town councillor http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Panel Discussion on 5 Wing Housing All week on Labrador Morning we've been talking about the past, present and future of 5 Wing Goose Bay. Yesterday, we had a panel in our studio to talk about the future of 5 wing Goose Bay. And this morning we've got them back in the studio to weigh in on all the empty houses on base. Perry Trimper used to head up the Goose Bay Citizens Coaltion. Bernie Bolger works on base, and is an area council union rep. Lydia Chubbs is a Happy Valley-Goose Bay town councillor 414 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_70257.mp3 Housing has been a big issue in our series this week about 5 Wing Goose Bay. Mayor Leo Abass showed Colleen Conners the maintained but empty houses on base and says the town is looking to solve the housing crunch. Now, business owners Wayne and Sherry Dawe would like to construct apartments on the Canadian side in Happy Valley Goose Bay, but they can't get permits to do it. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Wayne and Sherry Dawe. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Housing Crisis?- Denied building permit in Happy Valley Goose Bay Housing has been a big issue in our series this week about 5 Wing Goose Bay. Mayor Leo Abass showed Colleen Conners the maintained but empty houses on base and says the town is looking to solve the housing crunch. Now, business owners Wayne and Sherry Dawe would like to construct apartments on the Canadian side in Happy Valley Goose Bay, but they can't get permits to do it. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with Wayne and Sherry Dawe. 366 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_15722.mp3 Despite recent rain, Labrador West is now experiencing some of its best winter weather. Sunny skies, temperatures that make outdoor activities a pleasure, and still lots of snow. One of the areas longest running winter activity takes place this Saturday. It's the great labrador Loppett! Our Mike Power dropped by the Menihek Nordic ski club, to speak with President Gerry Rideout, and coach and groomer Alf Parsons about this years event. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Great Labrador Loppett Despite recent rain, Labrador West is now experiencing some of its best winter weather. Sunny skies, temperatures that make outdoor activities a pleasure, and still lots of snow. One of the areas longest running winter activity takes place this Saturday. It's the great labrador Loppett! Our Mike Power dropped by the Menihek Nordic ski club, to speak with President Gerry Rideout, and coach and groomer Alf Parsons about this years event. 261 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120330_95789.mp3 For decades The Legions of Wabush and Labrador City have been holding telethons around Easter time. Since the first event, a lot of money has been raised, and a lot of much needed equipment has been donated to the local hospital. This Sunday, Legionaires and scores of volunteers will be on the air and on the ground for another fund raising effort that has much to offer . Andrew Robertson of Labrador City is one of the organizers of the event, he told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the telethon, and how it got started. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Legion telethon in Western Labrador For decades The Legions of Wabush and Labrador City have been holding telethons around Easter time. Since the first event, a lot of money has been raised, and a lot of much needed equipment has been donated to the local hospital. This Sunday, Legionaires and scores of volunteers will be on the air and on the ground for another fund raising effort that has much to offer . Andrew Robertson of Labrador City is one of the organizers of the event, he told Labrador Morning's Mike Power about the telethon, and how it got started. 293 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120329_29361.mp3 All week on Labrador Morning we've been taking a close look at 5-wing Goose Bay. We've taken you back to the glory days - when the base and the town were bustling with foreign servicemen and the constant roar of jet engines. We've also looked at the base today. Although it still employees hundreds, 5-Wing can seem like a ghost town. That leaves the future. Is the base simply a cold war relic, destined to fade away? Or can the base be reborn ... perhaps as a testing centre for drones, or a cold weather training area for troops? Well this morning we've assembled a panel to weigh in on the future of the base. We have three guests in studio. Perry Trimper was head of the Goose Bay Citizens Coalition, and still keeps a close eye on what's happening at the base. Next to him is Bernie Bolger works on base, and is an area council union rep. and Lydia Chubbs is a Happy Valley Goose Bay town councilor. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT The future of 5Wing ? All week on Labrador Morning we've been taking a close look at 5-wing Goose Bay. We've taken you back to the glory days - when the base and the town were bustling with foreign servicemen and the constant roar of jet engines. We've also looked at the base today. Although it still employees hundreds, 5-Wing can seem like a ghost town. That leaves the future. Is the base simply a cold war relic, destined to fade away? Or can the base be reborn ... perhaps as a testing centre for drones, or a cold weather training area for troops? Well this morning we've assembled a panel to weigh in on the future of the base. We have three guests in studio. Perry Trimper was head of the Goose Bay Citizens Coalition, and still keeps a close eye on what's happening at the base. Next to him is Bernie Bolger works on base, and is an area council union rep. and Lydia Chubbs is a Happy Valley Goose Bay town councilor. 641 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120329_27255.mp3 They're described as dolphins on steroids. But that doesn't mean the Northern Bottlenose Whale is invincible. In fact, the whales living off the coast of Labrador may be listed as a species of special concern. Tonya Wimmer co-authored a report on their status for Environment Canada. She's the species conservation manager for World Wildlife Fund. And she joins Tony Dawson on the line from Halifax http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Northern Bottlenose Whale - Species at Risk ? They're described as dolphins on steroids. But that doesn't mean the Northern Bottlenose Whale is invincible. In fact, the whales living off the coast of Labrador may be listed as a species of special concern. Tonya Wimmer co-authored a report on their status for Environment Canada. She's the species conservation manager for World Wildlife Fund. And she joins Tony Dawson on the line from Halifax 478 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120329_10609.mp3 A Grade 8 class from Prince Edward island won the Parks Canada's Coolest School Trip Contest, even though Nain's class had the lead with the most votes. The prize includes meals accommodations and return airfare from Calgary for a class of 30 and ten chaperons. Classes had to submit a video that re-created a significant Canadian moment related to a national park. Nain's video about the Torngat Mountains National Park was in the lead until Parks Canada reset the voting to zero because of technical errors. The class started over and still received the most votes from the public, but still didn't win. Colleen Connors reached grade 8 teacher Natalie Lushman in Nain for her reaction. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nain - Most votes but NO trip A Grade 8 class from Prince Edward island won the Parks Canada's Coolest School Trip Contest, even though Nain's class had the lead with the most votes. The prize includes meals accommodations and return airfare from Calgary for a class of 30 and ten chaperons. Classes had to submit a video that re-created a significant Canadian moment related to a national park. Nain's video about the Torngat Mountains National Park was in the lead until Parks Canada reset the voting to zero because of technical errors. The class started over and still received the most votes from the public, but still didn't win. Colleen Connors reached grade 8 teacher Natalie Lushman in Nain for her reaction. 193 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120329_11903.mp3 The CBC's 5th Estate's report that aired last week about Burton Winters is fueling the fire. Yesterday, about one hundred people marched to MP Peter Penashue's and MHA Keith Russel's offices in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. They carried signs like "A Full Inquiry, No more Cover Up" and "Our Government is Deaf, we need to speak louder." And they vow to keep protesting until they get the answers they're looking for. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with some of the protestors during the walk over to the politicans' offices. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Protests continue over the Burton Winters tradegy The CBC's 5th Estate's report that aired last week about Burton Winters is fueling the fire. Yesterday, about one hundred people marched to MP Peter Penashue's and MHA Keith Russel's offices in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. They carried signs like "A Full Inquiry, No more Cover Up" and "Our Government is Deaf, we need to speak louder." And they vow to keep protesting until they get the answers they're looking for. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi spoke with some of the protestors during the walk over to the politicans' offices. 395 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120328_76459.mp3 This morning, we continue our series on the past, present and future of 5 Wing Goose Bay. Today....we're looking at housing. We're asking what role the base could play in helping to alleviate the housing crisis in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. This week, Colleen Connors went on a tour of the base with Happy Valley-Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbass. He showed her houses that are maintained, but empty. Here's some of their drive around 5 Wing Goose Bay. Denise Cole is the housing development worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre. and , She's in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Empty housing on base - Housing crisis in Happy Valley-Goose Bay This morning, we continue our series on the past, present and future of 5 Wing Goose Bay. Today....we're looking at housing. We're asking what role the base could play in helping to alleviate the housing crisis in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. This week, Colleen Connors went on a tour of the base with Happy Valley-Goose Bay Mayor Leo Abbass. He showed her houses that are maintained, but empty. Here's some of their drive around 5 Wing Goose Bay. Denise Cole is the housing development worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre. and , She's in our studio this morning with Tony Dawson. 557 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120328_25086.mp3 It's not a site you can visit, a person you can read about, or a date in history... ...but the federal government is designating the relationship between the Moravian church and the Inuit in Labrador a national historic event. The Moravian's put down strong roots here by learning and promoting the Inuktitut language...not surpressing it like many other missionary groups. And much or that relationship is still alive today. To find out more, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Moravian church member Joan Andersen in Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Moravian church and the Inuit in Labrador It's not a site you can visit, a person you can read about, or a date in history... ...but the federal government is designating the relationship between the Moravian church and the Inuit in Labrador a national historic event. The Moravian's put down strong roots here by learning and promoting the Inuktitut language...not surpressing it like many other missionary groups. And much or that relationship is still alive today. To find out more, Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord spoke to Moravian church member Joan Andersen in Makkovik. 342 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120328_72898.mp3 This week,Administrators from across Labrador got a lesson in 'making their schools more inclusive'. Yesterday, EGALE Canada gave the training at the Salvation Army Church in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The organization works to make schools safer for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning and two spirited students. Principles, Vice-Principals and guidance councillors learned how to make their classrooms more supportive. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the church to speak with Henry Windeler, the Labrador School Board's Director of Education. He also spoke with EGALE's Executive Director Helen Kennedy about the training. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT EGALE Canada training in Happy Valley Goose Bay This week,Administrators from across Labrador got a lesson in 'making their schools more inclusive'. Yesterday, EGALE Canada gave the training at the Salvation Army Church in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The organization works to make schools safer for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning and two spirited students. Principles, Vice-Principals and guidance councillors learned how to make their classrooms more supportive. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the church to speak with Henry Windeler, the Labrador School Board's Director of Education. He also spoke with EGALE's Executive Director Helen Kennedy about the training. 349 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120328_61695.mp3 It's a three person play that brings an industry town to life. Toronto's Architect Theatre presents Highway 63, The Fort Mac Show. The play takes a closer look at life in Fort McMurray, Alberta and the challenges that come with working and living in an industry town. Highway 63 The Fort Mac Show has toured across Newfoundland and now its coming to Labrador. Greg Gale stars in the play. Colleen Connors reached him while on tour in St. John's. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Highway 63, The Fort Mac Show. It's a three person play that brings an industry town to life. Toronto's Architect Theatre presents Highway 63, The Fort Mac Show. The play takes a closer look at life in Fort McMurray, Alberta and the challenges that come with working and living in an industry town. Highway 63 The Fort Mac Show has toured across Newfoundland and now its coming to Labrador. Greg Gale stars in the play. Colleen Connors reached him while on tour in St. John's. 419 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120327_69026.mp3 Opposition members and the government don't usually find a lot of common ground in question period. But in the house of assembly yesterday, members on both sides expressed outrage at the federal government over the search for Burton Winters. They were reacting to new information in a Fifth Estate report that questions the federal government's response to the missing 14 year old. Here is the question asked by Liberal Leader Dwight Ball of premier Kathy Dunderdale. as well as Randy Edmunds , and we also have talkback on this issue. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT House of Assembly - Burton Winters Questions Opposition members and the government don't usually find a lot of common ground in question period. But in the house of assembly yesterday, members on both sides expressed outrage at the federal government over the search for Burton Winters. They were reacting to new information in a Fifth Estate report that questions the federal government's response to the missing 14 year old. Here is the question asked by Liberal Leader Dwight Ball of premier Kathy Dunderdale. as well as Randy Edmunds , and we also have talkback on this issue. 447 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120327_46827.mp3 Yesterday on Labrador Morning we brought you the story of what 5 Wing Goose Bay was like during its glory days. The base was booming back then, but things have defiantly changed. Today, we take a look at what 5 Wing Goose Bay has to offer residents today. Amongst the vacant lots and empty facilities, there is an airport, a gym, movie theatre, even a bowling alley. Whenever new professionals move to Happy Valley Goose Bay, Mayor Leo Abbass gives them a tour of 5 Wing. Well, Colleen Connors called the mayor and asked him to take her on that tour. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Touring 5 Wing Goose Bay Yesterday on Labrador Morning we brought you the story of what 5 Wing Goose Bay was like during its glory days. The base was booming back then, but things have defiantly changed. Today, we take a look at what 5 Wing Goose Bay has to offer residents today. Amongst the vacant lots and empty facilities, there is an airport, a gym, movie theatre, even a bowling alley. Whenever new professionals move to Happy Valley Goose Bay, Mayor Leo Abbass gives them a tour of 5 Wing. Well, Colleen Connors called the mayor and asked him to take her on that tour. 476 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120327_41511.mp3 For more than fifteen years, Wabush volunteer firefighters have been providing emergency services at the local airport. Earlier this month the town served notice that they were withdrawing that service. Wabush mayor Ron Barron says the amount of traffic at the airport has increased, and the volunteers don't have the proper training. Labrador Morning's Mike Power visited the Wabush airport to ask people there how they felt about the situation. . Transport Canada runs the airport. They says the Wabush Airport continues to operate in a safe manner and meets all applicable regulations. They say emergency plans are being reviewed. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush Airport - Fire fighting Concerns For more than fifteen years, Wabush volunteer firefighters have been providing emergency services at the local airport. Earlier this month the town served notice that they were withdrawing that service. Wabush mayor Ron Barron says the amount of traffic at the airport has increased, and the volunteers don't have the proper training. Labrador Morning's Mike Power visited the Wabush airport to ask people there how they felt about the situation. . Transport Canada runs the airport. They says the Wabush Airport continues to operate in a safe manner and meets all applicable regulations. They say emergency plans are being reviewed. 297 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120327_50863.mp3 The St. Mary's Wolves boys basketball team from Mary's Harbour Labrador came back brimming with pride after this weekend. They won a provincial basketball tournament at Valmont Academy in Kings Point. They also helped a young man with an intellectual disability feel like a champion. Todd Farrell is the coach of the St. Mary's Wolves. He's on the line with us this morning to tell us what happened. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Mary's Harbour Basketball team - Reaching out to make a difference The St. Mary's Wolves boys basketball team from Mary's Harbour Labrador came back brimming with pride after this weekend. They won a provincial basketball tournament at Valmont Academy in Kings Point. They also helped a young man with an intellectual disability feel like a champion. Todd Farrell is the coach of the St. Mary's Wolves. He's on the line with us this morning to tell us what happened. 352 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120326_44151.mp3 This week on Labrador Morning, we're taking a look at the past, present and future of the military base in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. This morning, we're going back to the base's glory days. And it was a busy place. Goose Bay airport was built to aid Europe during the war and later on NATO used it for low-level flights. The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay grew up around it. It's a different era now for the military base. But for the people who lived and worked on it....the glory days are still very much alive. Our John Gaudi went on trip down memory lane to find out more. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT 5 Wing Goose Bay - The Good Old Days This week on Labrador Morning, we're taking a look at the past, present and future of the military base in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. This morning, we're going back to the base's glory days. And it was a busy place. Goose Bay airport was built to aid Europe during the war and later on NATO used it for low-level flights. The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay grew up around it. It's a different era now for the military base. But for the people who lived and worked on it....the glory days are still very much alive. Our John Gaudi went on trip down memory lane to find out more. 480 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120326_42053.mp3 Hunters have a few more weeks to get their animal. Nunatsiavut Government has extended the closure date for the caribou season for the Labrador Inuit Settlement Area. The season will end on April 15 to give Nunatsiavut beneficiaries another chance at getting meat for the freezer. That original date would have coincided with the provincial government's season closure date, March 20th. Glen Sheppard is the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources with Nunatsiavut Government. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut Extends Caribou Season Hunters have a few more weeks to get their animal. Nunatsiavut Government has extended the closure date for the caribou season for the Labrador Inuit Settlement Area. The season will end on April 15 to give Nunatsiavut beneficiaries another chance at getting meat for the freezer. That original date would have coincided with the provincial government's season closure date, March 20th. Glen Sheppard is the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources with Nunatsiavut Government. 348 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120326_55992.mp3 As we heard last week, the town of Wabush says it would no longer respond to aircraft emergencies at the airport The town's mayor says his firefighters are not properly trained to respond to such an event. Meanwhile the Labrador City fire department has been the secondary responders to the airport. Labrador Morning's Mike Power asked Labrador City fire Chief Joe Power if that deparment will step in http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush Airport - Will Labrador City Fire dept. respond? As we heard last week, the town of Wabush says it would no longer respond to aircraft emergencies at the airport The town's mayor says his firefighters are not properly trained to respond to such an event. Meanwhile the Labrador City fire department has been the secondary responders to the airport. Labrador Morning's Mike Power asked Labrador City fire Chief Joe Power if that deparment will step in 250 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120326_10098.mp3 On Friday, the Fifth Estate aired a documentary that has been eagerly awaited in Labrador. It took an in depth look into the death of Burton Winters. It followed his tragic walk, and asked some hard questions about the military's search and rescue response. The investigative program found new information that casts doubt on some of the official reasons why it took so long for military aircraft to respond to the search. We wanted to know how Burton Winter's family is reacting to the news. We've reached Burton's stepmom Natalie Jacques, in Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT fifth estate reaction - Burton Winters stepmom - Natalie Jacques On Friday, the Fifth Estate aired a documentary that has been eagerly awaited in Labrador. It took an in depth look into the death of Burton Winters. It followed his tragic walk, and asked some hard questions about the military's search and rescue response. The investigative program found new information that casts doubt on some of the official reasons why it took so long for military aircraft to respond to the search. We wanted to know how Burton Winter's family is reacting to the news. We've reached Burton's stepmom Natalie Jacques, in Makkovik. 220 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120326_82221.mp3 It is a story we hear about on almost a weekly basis: people abusing and neglecting animals. In some cases the SPCA steps in and removes the animal in question but, in the current provincial legislation, there are restrictions to what the organization can do. SPCAs in Newfoundland and Labrador say the animal protection act they are working under is archaic and needs an update. The CBC's Amy Stoodley has been looking into that and she's on the line with Colleen Connors http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT SPCA - Concerns about the animal protection act It is a story we hear about on almost a weekly basis: people abusing and neglecting animals. In some cases the SPCA steps in and removes the animal in question but, in the current provincial legislation, there are restrictions to what the organization can do. SPCAs in Newfoundland and Labrador say the animal protection act they are working under is archaic and needs an update. The CBC's Amy Stoodley has been looking into that and she's on the line with Colleen Connors 427 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120323_70950.mp3 Well, the finish line is in sight, so to speak. It's down to just a couple of hours before we see who wins this years Cains Quest endurance race. Our coverage also continues this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is back with us.....He's on the phone with Tony. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest - The finish is in sight Well, the finish line is in sight, so to speak. It's down to just a couple of hours before we see who wins this years Cains Quest endurance race. Our coverage also continues this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is back with us.....He's on the phone with Tony. 476 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120323_92054.mp3 Long before there were doctors in outport Newfoundland, there were charmers. These charmers had so called special powers and performed all kinds of folk magic to cure people. Caroline Hillier joins Colleen Connors on the line from St. John's to tell us more... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Special powers of a 7th son or 7th daughter Long before there were doctors in outport Newfoundland, there were charmers. These charmers had so called special powers and performed all kinds of folk magic to cure people. Caroline Hillier joins Colleen Connors on the line from St. John's to tell us more... 414 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120323_49540.mp3 Well, this morning it's all over but the presentations....Cains Quest 2012... It started last Saturday and ended up yesterday morning back in Labreador City Our coverage wraps up this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is standing by to speak with Tony.... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest Wrap - And the Winner is --- Well, this morning it's all over but the presentations....Cains Quest 2012... It started last Saturday and ended up yesterday morning back in Labreador City Our coverage wraps up this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is standing by to speak with Tony.... 625 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120323_35634.mp3 By now, Burton Winters has become a household name in the province. The teen's tragic death on the ice outside of Makkovik has inspired vigils, protests and petitions. Much anger has been directed at military search and rescue -- which took days to join the search for the 14 year old. Tonight, the CBC's The Fifth Estate will tell the story of Burton's 19 kilometer walk...and has uncovered new infomormation about the military's response. Gillian Findlay was in Makkovik to do this story and she is on the line with Tony Dawson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT the fifth estate - "Lost on the Ice " the Burton Winters story By now, Burton Winters has become a household name in the province. The teen's tragic death on the ice outside of Makkovik has inspired vigils, protests and petitions. Much anger has been directed at military search and rescue -- which took days to join the search for the 14 year old. Tonight, the CBC's The Fifth Estate will tell the story of Burton's 19 kilometer walk...and has uncovered new infomormation about the military's response. Gillian Findlay was in Makkovik to do this story and she is on the line with Tony Dawson 488 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120322_49431.mp3 What would you do if you saw polar bear tracks? Well, most of us would turn the other way, and do it fast. But one man in Postville got very excited when he spotted paw prints in the snow. Jason Jacque shot a 500 pound polar bear. He's on the line with Colleen Connors http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Postville man gets his polar bear What would you do if you saw polar bear tracks? Well, most of us would turn the other way, and do it fast. But one man in Postville got very excited when he spotted paw prints in the snow. Jason Jacque shot a 500 pound polar bear. He's on the line with Colleen Connors 264 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120322_60252.mp3 A Labrador man was front and centre on parliament hillon Wednesday. Makkovik's Todd Broomfield traveled to Ottawa to speak against the closure of the marine rescue sub-centre in St. John's. Broomfield spoke about his own dramatic rescue last spring in Labrador. We reached Broomfield and asked him to explain why he made the trip to Ottawa. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Todd Broomfield - Defending search and rescue on Parliment Hill A Labrador man was front and centre on parliament hillon Wednesday. Makkovik's Todd Broomfield traveled to Ottawa to speak against the closure of the marine rescue sub-centre in St. John's. Broomfield spoke about his own dramatic rescue last spring in Labrador. We reached Broomfield and asked him to explain why he made the trip to Ottawa. 193 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120322_35351.mp3 Student theatre is the main event at the O'Brien Arts Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The regional high school drama festival is happening all week. Teens from across Labrador are competing for a chance to go on to provincials in Grand Falls Windsor. Our John Gaudi caught up with students from Makkovik rehearsing their play at the arts centre. They told him about their play, Das Box. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Makkovik Play - DAS BOX Student theatre is the main event at the O'Brien Arts Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. The regional high school drama festival is happening all week. Teens from across Labrador are competing for a chance to go on to provincials in Grand Falls Windsor. Our John Gaudi caught up with students from Makkovik rehearsing their play at the arts centre. They told him about their play, Das Box. 404 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120322_37173.mp3 The lower Churchill hydroelectric project is still being debated in this province. But aross the border, Hydro Quebec are going ahead with an 8 billion dollar dam complex on the Romaine River. Tonight, a film exploring alternatives to dams is being screened at the Labador Friendshiop Centre. It's called " Seeking the Current." And it takes viewers on a 500 km journey down the Romaine river. Nicolas Boisclair is the film's co-director. He's on the line with Colleen Connors from Montreal http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Seeking the Current - A film about alternatives to hydroelectric proejcts The lower Churchill hydroelectric project is still being debated in this province. But aross the border, Hydro Quebec are going ahead with an 8 billion dollar dam complex on the Romaine River. Tonight, a film exploring alternatives to dams is being screened at the Labador Friendshiop Centre. It's called " Seeking the Current." And it takes viewers on a 500 km journey down the Romaine river. Nicolas Boisclair is the film's co-director. He's on the line with Colleen Connors from Montreal 455 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_62011.mp3 Making a living in the Labrador wilderness is not for the faint of heart. In the 1930's, it was a much harder prospect. But two hardy Scotish loggers took up the challenge, trying to create the most northerly logging operation in the province. They set up at Kaipokok Bay, near Makkovik... And although the venture didn't last, it's always facinated our next guest. John Munro is a forester and a historian who is digging up the story of this logging operation. We invited him into the studio to tell us more about what he learned.... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Thestory of a group of hardy northern Labrador loggers Making a living in the Labrador wilderness is not for the faint of heart. In the 1930's, it was a much harder prospect. But two hardy Scotish loggers took up the challenge, trying to create the most northerly logging operation in the province. They set up at Kaipokok Bay, near Makkovik... And although the venture didn't last, it's always facinated our next guest. John Munro is a forester and a historian who is digging up the story of this logging operation. We invited him into the studio to tell us more about what he learned.... 415 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_25003.mp3 A group of Texans are spending their spring vacation in Torngat Mountains National Park. The group will spend a week searching for polar bears and munching on arctic char. This is the first winter tourism trip for the park and hopefully not the last. We wanted to know more about this so I called Wayne Broomfield.... He is the base camp manager with Torngat Mountains National Park. He's on the line from Nain..... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Torngat Mountains National Park - First Winter Tourists A group of Texans are spending their spring vacation in Torngat Mountains National Park. The group will spend a week searching for polar bears and munching on arctic char. This is the first winter tourism trip for the park and hopefully not the last. We wanted to know more about this so I called Wayne Broomfield.... He is the base camp manager with Torngat Mountains National Park. He's on the line from Nain..... 390 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_20381.mp3 The Wabush volunteer fire department says it's not equipped or trained to deal with airplane crashes... The town served notice that as of Friday firefighters will not respond to those kind of emergencies at the airport. To explain what led to this decision we contacted Wabush mayor Ron Barron... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wabush Airport - No help from Volunteer Fire Dept The Wabush volunteer fire department says it's not equipped or trained to deal with airplane crashes... The town served notice that as of Friday firefighters will not respond to those kind of emergencies at the airport. To explain what led to this decision we contacted Wabush mayor Ron Barron... 281 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_85022.mp3 On the show we've heard from some upset dog owners whose pets have been injured by traps and snars set within town limits in Happy Valley Goose Bay and Labrador City. But should the blame fall on trappers for setting them too close to town -- or on dog owners for letting their pets off leash? Wildlife biologist Tony Chubbs recently wrote an article defending trapping in town limits...and he joins Colleen connors in studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Wildlife biologist Tony Chubbs defends trapping in town limits On the show we've heard from some upset dog owners whose pets have been injured by traps and snars set within town limits in Happy Valley Goose Bay and Labrador City. But should the blame fall on trappers for setting them too close to town -- or on dog owners for letting their pets off leash? Wildlife biologist Tony Chubbs recently wrote an article defending trapping in town limits...and he joins Colleen connors in studio. 379 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_85265.mp3 By boat, by plane and now by snowmobile. RCMP in Natuashish say they are trying to put a stop to alcohol entering the dry community. They say its coming into the northern town by the komatik load and they need residents' help. Constable Darryl Macmullin spoke to the CBC's Peter Cowan. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Banned Booze in Natuashish By boat, by plane and now by snowmobile. RCMP in Natuashish say they are trying to put a stop to alcohol entering the dry community. They say its coming into the northern town by the komatik load and they need residents' help. Constable Darryl Macmullin spoke to the CBC's Peter Cowan. 191 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120321_93929.mp3 Well, about to begin the sprint home...Not your average sprint mind you...but teams in this year's Cains Quest are setting out on the last leg of the race.... Our coverage also continues this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is back with us.....He's on the phone with Tony http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest Update - Holding for 12 hrs. - All Teams in Kuujjuak Well, about to begin the sprint home...Not your average sprint mind you...but teams in this year's Cains Quest are setting out on the last leg of the race.... Our coverage also continues this morning...Race Co-Chair Todd Kent is back with us.....He's on the phone with Tony 493 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_20535.mp3 Jigs and Reels this morning is from Happy Valley Goose Bay where the Atlantic District Governor for the Rotary Club is visiting the area. Bob Moffett joins Tony Dawson to talk about the Rotary movement. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Jigs and Reels - Rotary happy Valley Goose Bay Jigs and Reels this morning is from Happy Valley Goose Bay where the Atlantic District Governor for the Rotary Club is visiting the area. Bob Moffett joins Tony Dawson to talk about the Rotary movement. 463 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_88904.mp3 The most Famous Inuk in the World. That's how historian Kenn Harper describes Nancy Columbia, an Inuit woman born at the Chicago World's Fair who went on to become a sensation. A Labrador Life magazine article about Nancy Columbia and other Inuit at that fair hit the streets this week. Kenn Harper is the author. And in it, he revelas Columbia's intimate ties to Labrador. Kenn Harper is visiting Las Vegas right now, and that's where we've reached him. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Who is Nancy Columbia? The most Famous Inuk in the World. That's how historian Kenn Harper describes Nancy Columbia, an Inuit woman born at the Chicago World's Fair who went on to become a sensation. A Labrador Life magazine article about Nancy Columbia and other Inuit at that fair hit the streets this week. Kenn Harper is the author. And in it, he revelas Columbia's intimate ties to Labrador. Kenn Harper is visiting Las Vegas right now, and that's where we've reached him. 406 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_28591.mp3 Last week, we told you about Reese Hawkins and her family. The 22 month old Nova Scotia girl has acute Leukemia. She needs a blood stem cell transplant to have a chance at beating the disease... And her family had been searching without luck for a bone marrow donor. Reese has relatives here in Labrador -- and many have been following her story. Well, on Saturday, the family got some very good news. Reese's Grandfather Don Hawkins joins Colleen Connors to share it with us. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Search for a bone marrow donor turns up a match Last week, we told you about Reese Hawkins and her family. The 22 month old Nova Scotia girl has acute Leukemia. She needs a blood stem cell transplant to have a chance at beating the disease... And her family had been searching without luck for a bone marrow donor. Reese has relatives here in Labrador -- and many have been following her story. Well, on Saturday, the family got some very good news. Reese's Grandfather Don Hawkins joins Colleen Connors to share it with us. 381 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_38670.mp3 Mary Lucy Dicker and sixteen others started a trek across Labrador during the coldest months of the year. They started last month and the group has covered some serious ground: Nain to Border Beacon, then to Natuashish and now Hopedale. The group is walking to show support for Burton Winters and to call for better search and rescue in Labrador. We were lucky to reach Marylucy in Hopedale before she sets out on the last part of her journey to Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Walking across Labrador for Burton Winters Mary Lucy Dicker and sixteen others started a trek across Labrador during the coldest months of the year. They started last month and the group has covered some serious ground: Nain to Border Beacon, then to Natuashish and now Hopedale. The group is walking to show support for Burton Winters and to call for better search and rescue in Labrador. We were lucky to reach Marylucy in Hopedale before she sets out on the last part of her journey to Makkovik. 357 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_79531.mp3 Yesterday on Labrador Morning we told you about 14 new affordable housing units for Upper Lake Melville. Well, if you live in Labrador West, you may have even more trouble finding a place to live. It's so tough, people making up to $65,000 can now qualify for subsidized housing. To help, the government announced money for ten new housing units and another habitat for humanity project. For more, we've reached Karen Oldford. She's the co chair of the Labrador Housing and Homelessness Coalition in Labrador City. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Labrador West gets ten affordable homes Yesterday on Labrador Morning we told you about 14 new affordable housing units for Upper Lake Melville. Well, if you live in Labrador West, you may have even more trouble finding a place to live. It's so tough, people making up to $65,000 can now qualify for subsidized housing. To help, the government announced money for ten new housing units and another habitat for humanity project. For more, we've reached Karen Oldford. She's the co chair of the Labrador Housing and Homelessness Coalition in Labrador City. 320 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120320_41685.mp3 Cains Quest is well into Northern Labrador this morning, and to get the latest Tony Dawson has Rob Pilgram via sat phone from the Wedge Hills checkpoint. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest - Wedge Hills checkpoint update Cains Quest is well into Northern Labrador this morning, and to get the latest Tony Dawson has Rob Pilgram via sat phone from the Wedge Hills checkpoint. 469 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_25567.mp3 Yesterday, dozens of snowmobiles were parked in front of Hotel North 2 in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Teams competing in Cain's Quest finished the first leg of the endurance race. They left Labrador City at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. A team from Maine was first to get in to Happy Valley-Goose Bay after 3 a.m. with the others following in hot pursuit. Tired snowmobilers hit the hay soon after arriving to rest up for the next leg that takes them north. Our John Gaudi dropped by the pitstop to find out how the riders made out. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest 2012 - John Gaudi at HVGB Stopover Yesterday, dozens of snowmobiles were parked in front of Hotel North 2 in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Teams competing in Cain's Quest finished the first leg of the endurance race. They left Labrador City at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. A team from Maine was first to get in to Happy Valley-Goose Bay after 3 a.m. with the others following in hot pursuit. Tired snowmobilers hit the hay soon after arriving to rest up for the next leg that takes them north. Our John Gaudi dropped by the pitstop to find out how the riders made out. 394 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_94138.mp3 After a chaotic Labrador coast shipping season last summer, the provincial government is taking steps to avoid those problems again. Last year, the Dutch Runner pulled off the route...after delivery delays and problems with the ship itself.Well now the department of transportation is taking a new approach.They are looking for a company to sign on for a 15 year term to deliver freight...and do it for most of that contract with a vessel less than 15 years old. Transportation minister Tom Hedderson joins Tony Dawson by telephone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT New ship for Labrador Coast freight? After a chaotic Labrador coast shipping season last summer, the provincial government is taking steps to avoid those problems again. Last year, the Dutch Runner pulled off the route...after delivery delays and problems with the ship itself.Well now the department of transportation is taking a new approach.They are looking for a company to sign on for a 15 year term to deliver freight...and do it for most of that contract with a vessel less than 15 years old. Transportation minister Tom Hedderson joins Tony Dawson by telephone. 490 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_49698.mp3 the latest standings for Cains Quest and one of the racers. Jason Watkins is on one of the teams from Labrador city. He tells our John Gaudi what it was like on the trail to Happy Valley Goose Bay http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest 2012 - Jason Wadkins the latest standings for Cains Quest and one of the racers. Jason Watkins is on one of the teams from Labrador city. He tells our John Gaudi what it was like on the trail to Happy Valley Goose Bay 233 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_50265.mp3 There will be a dent put in the long list of couch surfers looking for a place to call home. The government just announced $8.5 million for affordable housing in the province. The money is for 207 new affordable homes for seniors, families and single people with low incomes and persons with disabilities. 14 of those homes will be constructed in Happy Valley Goose Bay by 2014. Denise Cole is the Housing Development Worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre She joins Colleen Connors in studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Affordable housing units coming to Labrador There will be a dent put in the long list of couch surfers looking for a place to call home. The government just announced $8.5 million for affordable housing in the province. The money is for 207 new affordable homes for seniors, families and single people with low incomes and persons with disabilities. 14 of those homes will be constructed in Happy Valley Goose Bay by 2014. Denise Cole is the Housing Development Worker at the Labrador Friendship Centre She joins Colleen Connors in studio. 320 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_72575.mp3 Are you an avid news watcher? Maybe reality shows are your favorite. Well, if you live in Nain these days its best you put down the remote and pick up a book because the cable is out, and has been since March 6. Eastlink customers lost service around 11 am two weeks ago and there's no word on when it will be fixed. Jacquie Dawe is an Eastlink customer. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Frustrated Viewers in Nain - Without Cable TV since March 6 Are you an avid news watcher? Maybe reality shows are your favorite. Well, if you live in Nain these days its best you put down the remote and pick up a book because the cable is out, and has been since March 6. Eastlink customers lost service around 11 am two weeks ago and there's no word on when it will be fixed. Jacquie Dawe is an Eastlink customer. 316 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120319_75393.mp3 The leaders of the 2012 Cains Quest are already in Nain this morning, at the second mandatory stop in the endurance race. They pulled in to Happy Valley Goose Bay a lot quicker than many had expected on sunday morning.. It took the first team about 17 hours to make it from Labrador City to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Todd Kent is race co-Chair, He's on the line this morning with Tony. and taeam 39 has the first female racer in Cains Quest history Coreen Paul and her husband are still in the thick of things, and they have their fans. Our John Gaudi was all over the Happy Valley Goose Bay stopover yesterday and met up with one of Coreen's biggest fans http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest - Monday update with Todd Kent The leaders of the 2012 Cains Quest are already in Nain this morning, at the second mandatory stop in the endurance race. They pulled in to Happy Valley Goose Bay a lot quicker than many had expected on sunday morning.. It took the first team about 17 hours to make it from Labrador City to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Todd Kent is race co-Chair, He's on the line this morning with Tony. and taeam 39 has the first female racer in Cains Quest history Coreen Paul and her husband are still in the thick of things, and they have their fans. Our John Gaudi was all over the Happy Valley Goose Bay stopover yesterday and met up with one of Coreen's biggest fans 523 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120318_92446.mp3 TEAM #22 - ROB GARDNER and ANDREW MILLEY..team Maine Racing were the first to arrive the Happy Valley Goose Bay checkpoint at 3:21am. It’s a mandatory 10 hour rest stop, and they left the lot at 1:21pm. They . Team 29 - Mark and Joachim Nui are 54 minutes behind the leaders, and Tony Dawson spoke to them just before they left the Happy Valley Goose Bay Checkpoint. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Sun, 18 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest 2012 - First In First Out - Happy Valley Goose Bay TEAM #22 - ROB GARDNER and ANDREW MILLEY..team Maine Racing were the first to arrive the Happy Valley Goose Bay checkpoint at 3:21am. It’s a mandatory 10 hour rest stop, and they left the lot at 1:21pm. They . Team 29 - Mark and Joachim Nui are 54 minutes behind the leaders, and Tony Dawson spoke to them just before they left the Happy Valley Goose Bay Checkpoint. 73 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_56568.mp3 One more sleep, that's what we're down to. Tomorrow morning marks the start of the much anticipated Cains Quest 2012 Snowmobile Race. At stake: Seventy Thousand dollars in prizes, including two brand new snowmobiles. It takes a lot of preparation for an event of this size, and one of the major forces in Cains Quest is race Co-Chiar Todd Kent.... and he's on the line with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest - Set to Go One more sleep, that's what we're down to. Tomorrow morning marks the start of the much anticipated Cains Quest 2012 Snowmobile Race. At stake: Seventy Thousand dollars in prizes, including two brand new snowmobiles. It takes a lot of preparation for an event of this size, and one of the major forces in Cains Quest is race Co-Chiar Todd Kent.... and he's on the line with Tony Dawson. 631 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_57150.mp3 This weekend, Birch Brook Nordic Ski Club is going green. St. Patrick's Day is on Saturday. And to celebrate the club is putting on a weekend challenge for all skiers and snowshoers. Graham Moorehouse is the President of Birch Brook. He's in our studio this morning with Colleen Connors. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT St. Paddy's Challenge at Birch Brook This weekend, Birch Brook Nordic Ski Club is going green. St. Patrick's Day is on Saturday. And to celebrate the club is putting on a weekend challenge for all skiers and snowshoers. Graham Moorehouse is the President of Birch Brook. He's in our studio this morning with Colleen Connors. 307 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_20516.mp3 Juggling and spinning plates are just some of the tricks Wonderbolt Circus has up its sleeves This week, students at Sheshatshiu Innu School are learning how to do them. Wonderbolt Circus has been coming up to Labrador to teach circus workshops for years. This year will be the 2nd time students take part in the final show. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with a grade 7 class who were busily learning the ropes. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT The Wonderbolt circus is here! Juggling and spinning plates are just some of the tricks Wonderbolt Circus has up its sleeves This week, students at Sheshatshiu Innu School are learning how to do them. Wonderbolt Circus has been coming up to Labrador to teach circus workshops for years. This year will be the 2nd time students take part in the final show. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi met up with a grade 7 class who were busily learning the ropes. 420 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_64213.mp3 Today marks three weeks since the school in Charlottetown was shut down after parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. On Tuesday, parents ramped up the pressure on the school district -- keeping their children home from even the temporary classrooms that were set up in the community. Yesterday, the Western School District responded by chartering a plane and sending senior officials to meet with the school council. That meeting happened last night...and school council member Lisa Dempster joins Colleen Connors to tell us out how it went, as well as Ross Elliot, Director of Education with the Western School District. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT School Meeting in Charlottetown Today marks three weeks since the school in Charlottetown was shut down after parts of the ceiling collapsed and concerns were raised over mould contamination. On Tuesday, parents ramped up the pressure on the school district -- keeping their children home from even the temporary classrooms that were set up in the community. Yesterday, the Western School District responded by chartering a plane and sending senior officials to meet with the school council. That meeting happened last night...and school council member Lisa Dempster joins Colleen Connors to tell us out how it went, as well as Ross Elliot, Director of Education with the Western School District. 527 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_26113.mp3 Yesterday, Nalcor passed the provincial and federal environmental review process for the Lower Churchill Hydro Project. The federal government says the benefits of the project outweigh potential environmental threats. But critics of the project still worry about its impact. To help us understand the process, we've reached Ed Martin, President and CEO of Nalcor Energy. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson . http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ed Martin - Lower Churchill Hydro Project Yesterday, Nalcor passed the provincial and federal environmental review process for the Lower Churchill Hydro Project. The federal government says the benefits of the project outweigh potential environmental threats. But critics of the project still worry about its impact. To help us understand the process, we've reached Ed Martin, President and CEO of Nalcor Energy. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson . 341 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120316_46488.mp3 Some drivers in Happy Valley Goose Bay say the province is not abiding by its agreement to keep salt off Hamilton River Road. The Department of Transportation uses a mixture of salt and sand on the Trans Labrador Highway. But the Town of Happy Valley Goose Bay has requested they use only sand on its main road. The town mayor has some concerns that the province is not following protocol. Colleen Connors asked Mayor Leo Abbass about the salt/sand agreement. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Salt on Happy Valley Goose Bay Highway? Some drivers in Happy Valley Goose Bay say the province is not abiding by its agreement to keep salt off Hamilton River Road. The Department of Transportation uses a mixture of salt and sand on the Trans Labrador Highway. But the Town of Happy Valley Goose Bay has requested they use only sand on its main road. The town mayor has some concerns that the province is not following protocol. Colleen Connors asked Mayor Leo Abbass about the salt/sand agreement. 228 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120315_54166.mp3 Labrador City's Gordon Parsons is a man on a mission. This week, he's been attending the info sessions Alderon has been holding on its proposed iron ore mine. If the mine gets the green light, it would destroy protected wetlands near Labrador City. Gordon Parsons is a member of the Labrador West Bird Watchers group. He told the company what he thinks of it. He joins us now on the line. and Tayfun Eldem is Alderon's President and CEO , he joins us by telephone as well http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT More on the wetlands in Labrador West Labrador City's Gordon Parsons is a man on a mission. This week, he's been attending the info sessions Alderon has been holding on its proposed iron ore mine. If the mine gets the green light, it would destroy protected wetlands near Labrador City. Gordon Parsons is a member of the Labrador West Bird Watchers group. He told the company what he thinks of it. He joins us now on the line. and Tayfun Eldem is Alderon's President and CEO , he joins us by telephone as well 778 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120315_80177.mp3 Its coming down to the wire for organizers of Cains Quest 2012. In recent days crews have been preparing the course for the 70 machines that will hit the trail on saturday Morning. These snowmobilers will be going all out for the duration of the race, and that means there are safety concerns when they get close to communities across Labrador. Rob Pilgram is co-chair of Cains Quest.....and Mark Pelley is heading up the the check-point in Happy Valley Goose Bay. They dropped in to our studio this morning... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Cains Quest 2012 - Safety Precautions Its coming down to the wire for organizers of Cains Quest 2012. In recent days crews have been preparing the course for the 70 machines that will hit the trail on saturday Morning. These snowmobilers will be going all out for the duration of the race, and that means there are safety concerns when they get close to communities across Labrador. Rob Pilgram is co-chair of Cains Quest.....and Mark Pelley is heading up the the check-point in Happy Valley Goose Bay. They dropped in to our studio this morning... 396 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120315_45237.mp3 Reese Hawkins is a 22 month old girl from Pictou, Nova Scotia who was diagnosed with acute leukemia a year ago. She needs a blood stem cell transplant to have a chance at beating the disease. But so far, no one is a match. Friends and family members have begun a campaign to scour the world for a donor. Reese has relatives across Atlantic Canada including towns in Newfoundland and Labrador that are trying to find her a donor. To learn more about Reese, we've got her grand father Don Hawkins on the line from his home in New Brunswick. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT In search a bone marrow donor for 22 month Reese Hawkins Reese Hawkins is a 22 month old girl from Pictou, Nova Scotia who was diagnosed with acute leukemia a year ago. She needs a blood stem cell transplant to have a chance at beating the disease. But so far, no one is a match. Friends and family members have begun a campaign to scour the world for a donor. Reese has relatives across Atlantic Canada including towns in Newfoundland and Labrador that are trying to find her a donor. To learn more about Reese, we've got her grand father Don Hawkins on the line from his home in New Brunswick. 392 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120315_58829.mp3 A fire at the power plant has left the entire community of Black Tickle in the dark - and some shivering without heat. The fire hit early yesterday...and Hydro is focused on completing repairs to one of the damaged units in order to restore power to approximately 100 customers in Black Tickle. Crews have worked throughout the night to test and replace electrical control cables, allowing them to attempt to start the engine today. To find out the latest on progress of those repairs we've reached Jim Haynes from Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro He speaks with Colleen Connors ..and Brandord Dyson lives in Domino, right next to Black Tickle and his mome is powered by the same generator, he tells Tony Dawson what it's like there with no power. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Dealing with No Power in Black Tickle/Domino A fire at the power plant has left the entire community of Black Tickle in the dark - and some shivering without heat. The fire hit early yesterday...and Hydro is focused on completing repairs to one of the damaged units in order to restore power to approximately 100 customers in Black Tickle. Crews have worked throughout the night to test and replace electrical control cables, allowing them to attempt to start the engine today. To find out the latest on progress of those repairs we've reached Jim Haynes from Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro He speaks with Colleen Connors ..and Brandord Dyson lives in Domino, right next to Black Tickle and his mome is powered by the same generator, he tells Tony Dawson what it's like there with no power. 540 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120314_42967.mp3 People in Labrador West are getting more details on Alderon's proposed iron ore mine. This week, the company is holding information sessions on the project. Two conservation groups are keeping a close eye on what's happening. If it goes ahead, the mine would destory a protected wetland near Labrador City. Jon Feldgajer is with the Canadian Boreal Intiative. He's in our studio in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. and Danielle Fequest is with Ducks Unlimited Canada. She's on the line from Corner Brook. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Understanding wetands in Labrador. People in Labrador West are getting more details on Alderon's proposed iron ore mine. This week, the company is holding information sessions on the project. Two conservation groups are keeping a close eye on what's happening. If it goes ahead, the mine would destory a protected wetland near Labrador City. Jon Feldgajer is with the Canadian Boreal Intiative. He's in our studio in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. and Danielle Fequest is with Ducks Unlimited Canada. She's on the line from Corner Brook. 643 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120314_57800.mp3 Parents in Charlottetown say their children's health is more important than education. Families are keeping their children home to protest the state of William Gillet Academy. Students and their parents gathered outside the school yesterday over concerns about mould problems and structural issues Our Peter Cowan was there and spoke with several students and parents. then we go to the House of Assembly... Yvonne Jones, MHA for Cartwright- L'ance au Clair asked the Minister of Education about the mould problem during question period at the House of Assembly yesterday. We have her question and Education Minister Clyde Jackman's response. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Protests continue over the school in Charlottetown Parents in Charlottetown say their children's health is more important than education. Families are keeping their children home to protest the state of William Gillet Academy. Students and their parents gathered outside the school yesterday over concerns about mould problems and structural issues Our Peter Cowan was there and spoke with several students and parents. then we go to the House of Assembly... Yvonne Jones, MHA for Cartwright- L'ance au Clair asked the Minister of Education about the mould problem during question period at the House of Assembly yesterday. We have her question and Education Minister Clyde Jackman's response. 432 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120314_89297.mp3 Finding enough beds for patients is a constant challenge at the Labrador Health Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay. For two days last week, the hospital was filled to capacity...and beds had to be set up in a space normally used as a nursery for newborns. A big part of the problem is that beds are being used by long term care patients with nowhere else to go. We have two guests to talk about the issue. First, Colleen Connors spoke to Yvonne Jones, MHA for Cartwright - L'Anse au Clair. then, acting CEO of Labrador Grenfell Health, Eric Power joins Tony Dawson in studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Shortage of Beds at the Labrador Health Centre Finding enough beds for patients is a constant challenge at the Labrador Health Centre in Happy Valley Goose Bay. For two days last week, the hospital was filled to capacity...and beds had to be set up in a space normally used as a nursery for newborns. A big part of the problem is that beds are being used by long term care patients with nowhere else to go. We have two guests to talk about the issue. First, Colleen Connors spoke to Yvonne Jones, MHA for Cartwright - L'Anse au Clair. then, acting CEO of Labrador Grenfell Health, Eric Power joins Tony Dawson in studio. 706 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120314_32704.mp3 From Hollwood to Iqaluit, Sensei Ron Fagan has taught martial arts all over the world... Now he is visiting Sheshatshiu Innu School. All this week, he's introducing students to his anti-bullying progrm. . Fagan has a 7th degree black belt. But his approach to stopping bullies isn't about karate chops, kicks or punches. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the school to check out a grade 6 class in action. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT What does karate have to do with discouraging bullying? We find out in sheshatshiu. From Hollwood to Iqaluit, Sensei Ron Fagan has taught martial arts all over the world... Now he is visiting Sheshatshiu Innu School. All this week, he's introducing students to his anti-bullying progrm. . Fagan has a 7th degree black belt. But his approach to stopping bullies isn't about karate chops, kicks or punches. Labrador Morning's John Gaudi dropped by the school to check out a grade 6 class in action. 354 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120313_96462.mp3 For more than two weeks, school has been out in Charlottetown. The Western District School Board is still trying to fix a damaged roof, and test for mould contamination. Classes have been held in churches in the town. But now, parents say they've had enough. Reporter Peter Cowan was at a public meeting last night in Charlottetown...and he joins us now by sat phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Parents keep kids out of School in Charlottetown For more than two weeks, school has been out in Charlottetown. The Western District School Board is still trying to fix a damaged roof, and test for mould contamination. Classes have been held in churches in the town. But now, parents say they've had enough. Reporter Peter Cowan was at a public meeting last night in Charlottetown...and he joins us now by sat phone. 463 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120313_70531.mp3 On January 3, 2012, Justice Rennie set aside the Natuashish Band Council election of March 5 2010 and said a new election would be held within three months of that date. There were many alledged irrgularities surrounding the original election There were concerns about how ballets were counted and the issue of where a ballot box was stored. Simeon Tshakapesh and the Mushuau Innu First Nations appealed this decision. However, the Federal Court of appeal released notice yesterday that his appeal has been rejected and the original decision still stands. For reaction to the rejected appeal, we reached Prote Poker at his home in Natuashish. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Election to go ahead in Natuashish On January 3, 2012, Justice Rennie set aside the Natuashish Band Council election of March 5 2010 and said a new election would be held within three months of that date. There were many alledged irrgularities surrounding the original election There were concerns about how ballets were counted and the issue of where a ballot box was stored. Simeon Tshakapesh and the Mushuau Innu First Nations appealed this decision. However, the Federal Court of appeal released notice yesterday that his appeal has been rejected and the original decision still stands. For reaction to the rejected appeal, we reached Prote Poker at his home in Natuashish. 288 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120313_13185.mp3 It's a task many would never attempt. But, Giant lead his walk with ease and persistence. Giant or Michel Andrew and his walkers recently completed the last leg of his journey across Labrador and parts of Quebec. He walked to promote healthier living among Innu and Innu youth. He finished this leg of the walk in Natuashish last week, Alex Andrew, Giant's uncle and one of his biggest supporters joins us from his home in Sheshatshiu. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Giant completes another walk It's a task many would never attempt. But, Giant lead his walk with ease and persistence. Giant or Michel Andrew and his walkers recently completed the last leg of his journey across Labrador and parts of Quebec. He walked to promote healthier living among Innu and Innu youth. He finished this leg of the walk in Natuashish last week, Alex Andrew, Giant's uncle and one of his biggest supporters joins us from his home in Sheshatshiu. 413 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120313_93949.mp3 Heavy ice has been clogging the Strait for weeks now...and that's causing a lot of frustration for travelers trying to cross to and from the island. The Apollo ferry has been turned back repeatedly...and because of ice, the Sir Robert Bond has been returned to the run from Corner Brook to Blanc Sablon To find out exactly how bad the ice conditions are, we've reached Dan Frampton. He's superintendent of ice operations for the Canadian Coast Guard. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Just how much ice is clogging the Labrador Straits Heavy ice has been clogging the Strait for weeks now...and that's causing a lot of frustration for travelers trying to cross to and from the island. The Apollo ferry has been turned back repeatedly...and because of ice, the Sir Robert Bond has been returned to the run from Corner Brook to Blanc Sablon To find out exactly how bad the ice conditions are, we've reached Dan Frampton. He's superintendent of ice operations for the Canadian Coast Guard. 275 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120313_30960.mp3 They started out on February 21st. Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko left Nain to walk 550 Kilometers to Kangiqsualujjuaq Nunavik, in Northern Quebec. Today , Three weeks later....they are almost half way. It's a rest day, and as they promised to do, Jerry and Noah are checking in with us on their Satellite phone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Jerry and Noah's Great Adventure They started out on February 21st. Noah Nochasak and Jerry Kobalenko left Nain to walk 550 Kilometers to Kangiqsualujjuaq Nunavik, in Northern Quebec. Today , Three weeks later....they are almost half way. It's a rest day, and as they promised to do, Jerry and Noah are checking in with us on their Satellite phone. 442 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120312_60588.mp3 The Sir Robert Bond is back on the schedule between Blanc Sablon and Corner Brook. Fore awhile , at least, passengers have a choice...Tjhe bond or the Apollo. Ice in the Strait has caused havoc for the Apollo. To find out more, Tony Dawson is joined by Dave Chaulk, President and CEO of CAI Nunatsiavut Marine. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Bond returns to Labrador Service The Sir Robert Bond is back on the schedule between Blanc Sablon and Corner Brook. Fore awhile , at least, passengers have a choice...Tjhe bond or the Apollo. Ice in the Strait has caused havoc for the Apollo. To find out more, Tony Dawson is joined by Dave Chaulk, President and CEO of CAI Nunatsiavut Marine. 153 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120312_42549.mp3 Young people in Nain are getting the chance to try out the new sport of sail skiing. Heard of it? Neither had we... But the sport seems like a perfect fit for the North Coast. Just imagine windsurfing on snow.. To find out how people in Nain think of the sport, we've reached instructor Benoit Havard. along with his new friends Josh Angnatok, Binky Andersen and Donna Dicker. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Snow Sailing in Nain Young people in Nain are getting the chance to try out the new sport of sail skiing. Heard of it? Neither had we... But the sport seems like a perfect fit for the North Coast. Just imagine windsurfing on snow.. To find out how people in Nain think of the sport, we've reached instructor Benoit Havard. along with his new friends Josh Angnatok, Binky Andersen and Donna Dicker. 374 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120312_47377.mp3 Contrarian, rebel, anti-authoritarian... That's just some of the ways poet Irving Layton is described. Tonight, the centenary of the Canadian poet's birth is being celebrated in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Robin McGrath is a writer, poet and printmaker. She has printed and published one of Irving Layton's poems through her studio Stone Cold Press. She's inviting people to her home this evening to mark the occassion of his birth. Robin McGrath joins us in the studio http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT 100 Years - Irving Layton celebrated. Contrarian, rebel, anti-authoritarian... That's just some of the ways poet Irving Layton is described. Tonight, the centenary of the Canadian poet's birth is being celebrated in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Robin McGrath is a writer, poet and printmaker. She has printed and published one of Irving Layton's poems through her studio Stone Cold Press. She's inviting people to her home this evening to mark the occassion of his birth. Robin McGrath joins us in the studio 389 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120312_23181.mp3 On Friday, about 50 people attended a public meeting in Happy Valley Goose Bay to hear about changes to search and rescue. At the meeting, Labrador MP Peter Penashue explained that the military now has to call community searchers back to find out if rescue help is still needed. But many weren't satisfied with what they heard. Here's some of what was said at the Labrador Friendship Centre. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Reaction to MP Peter Penashue's explaination of new Search and Rescue protocols On Friday, about 50 people attended a public meeting in Happy Valley Goose Bay to hear about changes to search and rescue. At the meeting, Labrador MP Peter Penashue explained that the military now has to call community searchers back to find out if rescue help is still needed. But many weren't satisfied with what they heard. Here's some of what was said at the Labrador Friendship Centre. 310 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120312_65121.mp3 After some tense negotiations, workers at the Iron ore company of Canada have a new contract. In the end, workers voted 71 percent to accept the offer. Ron Thomas is president of Steelworkers local 5795 and Heather Bruce-Veitch is the director of external relations with IOC. They join us by telephone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 12 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Offer Accepted - 6 Year deal at IOC in Labrador City and Sept Iles After some tense negotiations, workers at the Iron ore company of Canada have a new contract. In the end, workers voted 71 percent to accept the offer. Ron Thomas is president of Steelworkers local 5795 and Heather Bruce-Veitch is the director of external relations with IOC. They join us by telephone. 479 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_41138.mp3 Twelve Labrador artists are being featured in an art show opening tonight in Labrador City. It's called Rock, Paper, Scissors. All kinds of art from Labrador will be on display and for sale. Herb Brown carted a truck load of art across the Trans Labrador Highway for the show. He owns the Birches Gallery in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Herb is in our Labrador City studio this morning. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Rock, Paper, Scissors. - Art Show in Labrador City Twelve Labrador artists are being featured in an art show opening tonight in Labrador City. It's called Rock, Paper, Scissors. All kinds of art from Labrador will be on display and for sale. Herb Brown carted a truck load of art across the Trans Labrador Highway for the show. He owns the Birches Gallery in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Herb is in our Labrador City studio this morning. 305 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_76865.mp3 An Air canada Jazz jet takes a spin of the tarmac, and a fuel truck catches fire on the ramp outside some hangers...a busy night at the Goose Airport. Goronwy Price is with the Goose Bay Airport Corporation. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Close Calls at the Goose Airport An Air canada Jazz jet takes a spin of the tarmac, and a fuel truck catches fire on the ramp outside some hangers...a busy night at the Goose Airport. Goronwy Price is with the Goose Bay Airport Corporation. He's on the phone with Tony Dawson 360 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_13628.mp3 International Women's Day is marked each year on March 8. Women celebrate accomplishments and look back to a tradition that represents decades of struggle for equality. Labrador women in all Nunatsiavut regions squeezed around tables for a chat, a nice bowl of homemade soup and cup of coffee. And one hundred and twenty women in Happy Valley Goose Bay filled the Anglican Church, with a line up that stretched around the church hall. I was in that line for a bowl of soup.. Here's some of the International Women's Day celebrations. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT International Women's Day Celebrations in Happy Valley Goose Bay International Women's Day is marked each year on March 8. Women celebrate accomplishments and look back to a tradition that represents decades of struggle for equality. Labrador women in all Nunatsiavut regions squeezed around tables for a chat, a nice bowl of homemade soup and cup of coffee. And one hundred and twenty women in Happy Valley Goose Bay filled the Anglican Church, with a line up that stretched around the church hall. I was in that line for a bowl of soup.. Here's some of the International Women's Day celebrations. 245 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_93931.mp3 An 18th century Inuit woman from Labrador is being celebrated for her role in Canadian history. Earlier this week, the federal government designated her as a person of national historic significance. She joins 15 other Canadian women this year being recognized for their contributions. To tell us more about Mikak, we're joined now by Jamie Brake. He's the archeaologist with Nunatsiavut Government. And he's on the line from Nain. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Mikak an 18th century Inuit woman - Recognized for her role in Canadian history An 18th century Inuit woman from Labrador is being celebrated for her role in Canadian history. Earlier this week, the federal government designated her as a person of national historic significance. She joins 15 other Canadian women this year being recognized for their contributions. To tell us more about Mikak, we're joined now by Jamie Brake. He's the archeaologist with Nunatsiavut Government. And he's on the line from Nain. 474 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_84141.mp3 Yesterday, Defense Minister Peter Mackay announced a change in how the military responds to search and rescue requests. During the search for Burton Winters, the military said it couldn't respond at first because of bad weather and maintenance problems with their aircraft. But the military wasn't required to check in later -- when those issues were resolved -- to ask if a response was still needed. That responsibility fell to the community searchers. As we hear from Defence Minister Peter Mackay, that policy has now changed. and, Natalie Jacques is Burton Winter's step mother. We have her reaction to Peter Mackay's announcement. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT A change in search and rescue protocol. But is it enough for Burton Winter's family? Yesterday, Defense Minister Peter Mackay announced a change in how the military responds to search and rescue requests. During the search for Burton Winters, the military said it couldn't respond at first because of bad weather and maintenance problems with their aircraft. But the military wasn't required to check in later -- when those issues were resolved -- to ask if a response was still needed. That responsibility fell to the community searchers. As we hear from Defence Minister Peter Mackay, that policy has now changed. and, Natalie Jacques is Burton Winter's step mother. We have her reaction to Peter Mackay's announcement. 284 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_38477.mp3 There was an unexpected annoucement at this week's Nunatsiavut assembly in Nain. President Jim Lyall told members he won't be seeking re-election. Lyall has been at the helm of Nunatsiavut since 2008. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord speaks to Lyall about his decision...and his future plans. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Nunatsiavut President Jim Lyall - Stepping Down There was an unexpected annoucement at this week's Nunatsiavut assembly in Nain. President Jim Lyall told members he won't be seeking re-election. Lyall has been at the helm of Nunatsiavut since 2008. Labrador Morning's Chris Harbord speaks to Lyall about his decision...and his future plans. 287 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120309_15002.mp3 It's voting day on the contract offer to steelworkers at the Iron Ore Company of Canada in Labrador City. Close to fifteen hundred workers have had a week to pour over the document and ask questions. Voting started this morning and will continue till later this evening. Ron Thomas, President of local 5795 of the steelworkers explains the process to Labrador Morning's Mike Power. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT IOC workers vote on contract offer today It's voting day on the contract offer to steelworkers at the Iron Ore Company of Canada in Labrador City. Close to fifteen hundred workers have had a week to pour over the document and ask questions. Voting started this morning and will continue till later this evening. Ron Thomas, President of local 5795 of the steelworkers explains the process to Labrador Morning's Mike Power. 266 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120308_37653.mp3 Young people in Nain will be learning about Inuit cultural traditions over the next few months. But they'll have to put on their dancing shoes and warm up their vocal cords to do it. Tonight, a series of workshops about throat singing and drum dancing is kicking off at the community hall. Shirley Jararuse is a mental health and addictions worker in Nain. She's one of the workshop organizers. She explains to our John Gaudi what she hopes young people will get out of the experience. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Drumming and singing ...Inuit style. Young people in Nain will be learning about Inuit cultural traditions over the next few months. But they'll have to put on their dancing shoes and warm up their vocal cords to do it. Tonight, a series of workshops about throat singing and drum dancing is kicking off at the community hall. Shirley Jararuse is a mental health and addictions worker in Nain. She's one of the workshop organizers. She explains to our John Gaudi what she hopes young people will get out of the experience. 331 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120308_35529.mp3 There will be another delay before students in Charlottetown can go back to school. It's been almost two weeks since parts of the ceiling of William Gillette Academy caved in. There is also concern about mould at the school. To find out the latest on repairs and environmental testing, Chris Harbord spoke to Brian Feltham with the Western School District. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT More waiting for students and parents in Charlottetown There will be another delay before students in Charlottetown can go back to school. It's been almost two weeks since parts of the ceiling of William Gillette Academy caved in. There is also concern about mould at the school. To find out the latest on repairs and environmental testing, Chris Harbord spoke to Brian Feltham with the Western School District. 226 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120308_96507.mp3 Environmental groups are raising a red flag about a plan to build an iron ore mine on top of a protected wetland in Labrador West. Alderon's Kami project is now undergoing an environmental assessment. If it gets the green light, the mine would destroy a section of Pike Lake, near Labrador City. It would be a first for a muncipality to break a wetland stewardship agreement with the province. Our reporter John Gaudi is looking into the issue. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wetlands under threat in Labrador West Environmental groups are raising a red flag about a plan to build an iron ore mine on top of a protected wetland in Labrador West. Alderon's Kami project is now undergoing an environmental assessment. If it gets the green light, the mine would destroy a section of Pike Lake, near Labrador City. It would be a first for a muncipality to break a wetland stewardship agreement with the province. Our reporter John Gaudi is looking into the issue. 455 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120308_42896.mp3 The province is outfitting local search and rescue groups with new heat seeking technology. The hand held thermal imaging cameras can be much better than the human eye in spotting victims from the ground or from aircraft. The announcement is welcome news for searchers in Labrador. During the search for Burton Winters, heat seaking cameras were only available in the military helicopters...not the local teams. Harry Blackmore is president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Search and Rescue Association. He speaks with Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT New technology to help local search and rescue teams The province is outfitting local search and rescue groups with new heat seeking technology. The hand held thermal imaging cameras can be much better than the human eye in spotting victims from the ground or from aircraft. The announcement is welcome news for searchers in Labrador. During the search for Burton Winters, heat seaking cameras were only available in the military helicopters...not the local teams. Harry Blackmore is president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Search and Rescue Association. He speaks with Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord. 205 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120308_59333.mp3 There is a huge demand for health care workers all over this province. Ads for doctors, nurses, diagnostic technicians, and addicitions councillors are everywhere...but especially in Labrador West. To find out more about the challenge of recruiting these workers, We're joined by Barbara Blake -Vice President of People and Information with Labrador-Grenfell Health. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Labrador Grenfell Health - Challenge of recruiting in Labrador West There is a huge demand for health care workers all over this province. Ads for doctors, nurses, diagnostic technicians, and addicitions councillors are everywhere...but especially in Labrador West. To find out more about the challenge of recruiting these workers, We're joined by Barbara Blake -Vice President of People and Information with Labrador-Grenfell Health. 306 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120307_55088.mp3 Kim Stockwood is coming home...and as the title of her new album puts it..."Back to the Water." She's playing a string of gigs in the province, and she's not forgetting Labrador. Tonight, Kim will be playing the Labrador City Arts and Culture Centre...and tomorrow she'll be in Happy Valley Goose Bay at the O'Brien Arts Centre. But this morning she's made time for us. She's just getting ready to get on a plane at the Deer Lake Airport and joins Tony Dawson by telephone. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Kim stockwood - On stage in Labrador City and Happy Valley Goose Bay Kim Stockwood is coming home...and as the title of her new album puts it..."Back to the Water." She's playing a string of gigs in the province, and she's not forgetting Labrador. Tonight, Kim will be playing the Labrador City Arts and Culture Centre...and tomorrow she'll be in Happy Valley Goose Bay at the O'Brien Arts Centre. But this morning she's made time for us. She's just getting ready to get on a plane at the Deer Lake Airport and joins Tony Dawson by telephone. 459 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120307_34264.mp3 The steel worker talks are still happening in Lab West. We thought it would be a good time to get a different perspective on things. Nickel and iron mining in Labrador have been a steady source of work for years. But Anonymous George thinks it's time to start mining other things... http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Comedy - Anonymous George The steel worker talks are still happening in Lab West. We thought it would be a good time to get a different perspective on things. Nickel and iron mining in Labrador have been a steady source of work for years. But Anonymous George thinks it's time to start mining other things... 124 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120307_83096.mp3 More than 200 years ago, Moravians introduced European classical music to the Inuit in Labrador. Over time, the music was transformed into a unique tradition on the North Coast. Well, tonight a film celebrating that musical legacy is premiering in Nunatsiavut. It's called, "Til We Meet Again: Moravian Music in Labrador." This morning, we have two people in the studio to tell us more about it. Tom Gordon is with the School of Music at Memorial University. and Nigel Markham is the film-maker. They are is studio with Tony Dawson http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT "Til We Meet again" Film Premier in Nunatsiavut More than 200 years ago, Moravians introduced European classical music to the Inuit in Labrador. Over time, the music was transformed into a unique tradition on the North Coast. Well, tonight a film celebrating that musical legacy is premiering in Nunatsiavut. It's called, "Til We Meet Again: Moravian Music in Labrador." This morning, we have two people in the studio to tell us more about it. Tom Gordon is with the School of Music at Memorial University. and Nigel Markham is the film-maker. They are is studio with Tony Dawson 711 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120307_26749.mp3 Hopedale is holding a gardening workshop on March 20th. It's part of an plan to teach people how to grow food for themselves. But gardening can be tricky in a place like North Coast, where fertile soil is hard, if not impossible, to find. To tell us more, we've got Fran Boase on the line. She's the project coordinator for the Food Security Network in Hopedale. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT An innovative approach to food security in Hopedale Hopedale is holding a gardening workshop on March 20th. It's part of an plan to teach people how to grow food for themselves. But gardening can be tricky in a place like North Coast, where fertile soil is hard, if not impossible, to find. To tell us more, we've got Fran Boase on the line. She's the project coordinator for the Food Security Network in Hopedale. 205 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120307_86416.mp3 The death of Burton Winters caused a groundswell of anger across the province...which shows no signs of going away. Today in the Legislative Assembly, Randy Edmunds will introduce a private members resolution calling on the government to further investigate the search and rescue response after Winters went missing. Edmunds is MHA for Torngat Mountains, and is on the phone with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT MHA Randy Edmunds - Private Members Resolution The death of Burton Winters caused a groundswell of anger across the province...which shows no signs of going away. Today in the Legislative Assembly, Randy Edmunds will introduce a private members resolution calling on the government to further investigate the search and rescue response after Winters went missing. Edmunds is MHA for Torngat Mountains, and is on the phone with Tony Dawson. 358 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120306_54847.mp3 It's a trek that has become a tradition for Sheshatshiu elder Elizabeth Penashue. For the last 13 years, Penashue has ventured out on foot into the Mealy Mountains...living on the land for weeks at a time. But this may be her last major walk. Byron Hamel spoke to Elizabeth Penashue yesterday just before she set out on the trek. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Penashue - Her final walk? It's a trek that has become a tradition for Sheshatshiu elder Elizabeth Penashue. For the last 13 years, Penashue has ventured out on foot into the Mealy Mountains...living on the land for weeks at a time. But this may be her last major walk. Byron Hamel spoke to Elizabeth Penashue yesterday just before she set out on the trek. 425 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120306_57583.mp3 Michael Andrew or Giant is walking across Labrador to support a healthier lifestyle for young Innu. The walkers are now past Border Beacon, and getting closer to Natuashish everyday. Giant's story has created a profound amount of interest over the past several years with international media coverage and even a book published about his walk. One journalist came all the way from England to meet Giant and walk alongside him. Joanna Eede is a writer and editor with Survival International. She joined Colleen Connors in studio. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Joanna Eede - Walking alongside "Giant" Michael Andrew or Giant is walking across Labrador to support a healthier lifestyle for young Innu. The walkers are now past Border Beacon, and getting closer to Natuashish everyday. Giant's story has created a profound amount of interest over the past several years with international media coverage and even a book published about his walk. One journalist came all the way from England to meet Giant and walk alongside him. Joanna Eede is a writer and editor with Survival International. She joined Colleen Connors in studio. 388 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120306_31468.mp3 A researcher is visiting Western Labrador to learn more about the impacts of the economic boom on women. Leah Levac spoke at the annual womens day dinner yesterday. She teaches courses in leadership at the University of New Brunswick She is on the phone with Tony Dawson from Labrador City. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Labrador West - Economic boom on women. A researcher is visiting Western Labrador to learn more about the impacts of the economic boom on women. Leah Levac spoke at the annual womens day dinner yesterday. She teaches courses in leadership at the University of New Brunswick She is on the phone with Tony Dawson from Labrador City. 508 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120306_53217.mp3 The school in Charlottetown is being forced to improvise. William Gillette Academy closed down last week after part of the ceiling collapsed and some areas were flooded. But the students need to keep learning... So this week, classes are being held in some strange places. Gareth Kippenhuck is a grade 12 students. He's on the line with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Charlottetown -School in the Church The school in Charlottetown is being forced to improvise. William Gillette Academy closed down last week after part of the ceiling collapsed and some areas were flooded. But the students need to keep learning... So this week, classes are being held in some strange places. Gareth Kippenhuck is a grade 12 students. He's on the line with Tony Dawson. 358 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120306_15224.mp3 Yesterday, the House of Assembly re-opened in St. John's with the speech from the throne. The speech talked about the Burton Winters' tragedy. The province's Lieutenant Governor John Crosbie read out the speech. For the record, here is what he said. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Burton Winters - 2012 Throne Speech Yesterday, the House of Assembly re-opened in St. John's with the speech from the throne. The speech talked about the Burton Winters' tragedy. The province's Lieutenant Governor John Crosbie read out the speech. For the record, here is what he said. 187 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120305_45075.mp3 March is nutrition month and Dietitians of Canada wants you to get healthy by following the leader. They have asked community leaders like mayors, councilors or MHA's, to promote healthy eating and exercise through a series of challenges. Eight Labrador communities have signed up for the challenge with more than a dozen leaders. Charlotte Wolfrey is one of the leaders in this campaign. She's the AngajukKak in Rigolet. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT March is Nutrition month - Follow the Leader Challenge March is nutrition month and Dietitians of Canada wants you to get healthy by following the leader. They have asked community leaders like mayors, councilors or MHA's, to promote healthy eating and exercise through a series of challenges. Eight Labrador communities have signed up for the challenge with more than a dozen leaders. Charlotte Wolfrey is one of the leaders in this campaign. She's the AngajukKak in Rigolet. 390 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120305_71297.mp3 Hundreds of women in this province were affected by the breast cancer testing scandal. Now Eastern Health is talking about a memorial to the victims. It was part of a settlement in a class action lawsuit. But some have said the money could be better spent. Tanya Finlayson disagrees. She is the daughter of one a women who was a victim of flawed breast cancer tests. Finlayson's mother has since died... And she told our reporter Mike Power why she's in favor of a monument. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Eastern Health - Memorial to the Breast Cancer victims. Hundreds of women in this province were affected by the breast cancer testing scandal. Now Eastern Health is talking about a memorial to the victims. It was part of a settlement in a class action lawsuit. But some have said the money could be better spent. Tanya Finlayson disagrees. She is the daughter of one a women who was a victim of flawed breast cancer tests. Finlayson's mother has since died... And she told our reporter Mike Power why she's in favor of a monument. 308 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120305_96234.mp3 Today, Elizabeth Penashue begins her annual three week walk into the Mealy Mountains. The trek is a way for her and others to reconnect with their Innu heritage and the land. Well this year, a young woman from Montreal will be along for the journey. Sadia Rafiquddin will be documenting the walk with journal entries and photographs. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached Satia as she was preparing for the trek. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Penashue -Company for her Annual Winter Walk Today, Elizabeth Penashue begins her annual three week walk into the Mealy Mountains. The trek is a way for her and others to reconnect with their Innu heritage and the land. Well this year, a young woman from Montreal will be along for the journey. Sadia Rafiquddin will be documenting the walk with journal entries and photographs. Labrador Morning producer Chris Harbord reached Satia as she was preparing for the trek. 295 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120305_19287.mp3 On Friday Unionized workers at the Iron ore company of Canada were presented with their latest contract offer from the company. Many went to the meeting with the understanding the union executive would recommend the offer be rejected. That wasn't the case. Things had changed overnight. To find out what happeend, Tony Dawson speaks with Ron Thomas, President of Steelworkers local 5795 http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Steelworkers President - Explaining the IOC Offer On Friday Unionized workers at the Iron ore company of Canada were presented with their latest contract offer from the company. Many went to the meeting with the understanding the union executive would recommend the offer be rejected. That wasn't the case. Things had changed overnight. To find out what happeend, Tony Dawson speaks with Ron Thomas, President of Steelworkers local 5795 699 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_92312.mp3 Hundreds of Iron Ore Company of Canada workers got a huge surprise at a union meeting in Labrador City on Friday morning. They had gathered to hear details of the latest contract offer from IOC expecting to be told their executive would not recommend the deal offered by IOC. But, what a difference a day makes. Very quickly the mood changed, and the Union Executive has recommended their membership accept the deal on the table…. So, what changed. Labrador Morning's Mike Power has been following this story as it develops, and joins Tony Dawson from our studio in Labrador City. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Change of Heart? Union Executive reccomends membership accept IOC Offer Hundreds of Iron Ore Company of Canada workers got a huge surprise at a union meeting in Labrador City on Friday morning. They had gathered to hear details of the latest contract offer from IOC expecting to be told their executive would not recommend the deal offered by IOC. But, what a difference a day makes. Very quickly the mood changed, and the Union Executive has recommended their membership accept the deal on the table…. So, what changed. Labrador Morning's Mike Power has been following this story as it develops, and joins Tony Dawson from our studio in Labrador City. 413 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_93744.mp3 There is a desperate need for a new SPCA in Labrador. The shelter in Happy Valley Goose Bay is too small, and a new building is needed to house cats and dogs from all parts of the big land. To help raise the much needed funds, volunteers are organizing a Raise the Woof event this Saturday night. Erika Stockly is here with all the details. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Raise the 'Woof" fundraiser There is a desperate need for a new SPCA in Labrador. The shelter in Happy Valley Goose Bay is too small, and a new building is needed to house cats and dogs from all parts of the big land. To help raise the much needed funds, volunteers are organizing a Raise the Woof event this Saturday night. Erika Stockly is here with all the details. 274 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_47760.mp3 Efforts to negotiate a new contract for unionized workers at the Iron ore company of Canada have been underway for about three months. This morning, workers will get the details of the latest offer from the company. The latest round of talks have been going on for just over two weeks. Prior to that the union walked away from talks over the issue of fly in, fly out workers. Now people are wondering, what progress has been made in the most recent negotiations. Labrador Morning's Mike Power is on teh phone with Tony Dawson outside the Labrador City arena where this mornings meeting is about to get underway http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Live from the Steelworkers 5795 Union meeting in Labrador City Efforts to negotiate a new contract for unionized workers at the Iron ore company of Canada have been underway for about three months. This morning, workers will get the details of the latest offer from the company. The latest round of talks have been going on for just over two weeks. Prior to that the union walked away from talks over the issue of fly in, fly out workers. Now people are wondering, what progress has been made in the most recent negotiations. Labrador Morning's Mike Power is on teh phone with Tony Dawson outside the Labrador City arena where this mornings meeting is about to get underway 290 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_19491.mp3 Mealy Mountain Collegiate in Happy Valley-Goose Bay recognizes that bullying harms students. And now it's tackling in the problem in a unique way. Today, the high school is kicking off three weeks of activities that aim to nurture kindness. This morning, we're joined by two people in our studio to tell us more. In the studio...Deanna Miles is the guidance councillor at Mealey Moutain Collegiate. And Josh Taite is a grade 12 student. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Mealy Mountain Collegiate - Stopping bullies...with a positive spin. Mealy Mountain Collegiate in Happy Valley-Goose Bay recognizes that bullying harms students. And now it's tackling in the problem in a unique way. Today, the high school is kicking off three weeks of activities that aim to nurture kindness. This morning, we're joined by two people in our studio to tell us more. In the studio...Deanna Miles is the guidance councillor at Mealey Moutain Collegiate. And Josh Taite is a grade 12 student. 419 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_97015.mp3 Labradorians on Film is showing three very timely movies this weekend at the Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose bay. The theme this week is Protest and its Forms. The films will visit protests from the past surrounding hot topics like Voisey's Bay and low level flying. To give us some insight into these flims and why The Labrador Institute is showing them now, we've reached curator Mark Turner in Toronto http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Labradorians on Film Labradorians on Film is showing three very timely movies this weekend at the Friendship Centre in Happy Valley Goose bay. The theme this week is Protest and its Forms. The films will visit protests from the past surrounding hot topics like Voisey's Bay and low level flying. To give us some insight into these flims and why The Labrador Institute is showing them now, we've reached curator Mark Turner in Toronto 334 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_35701.mp3 The Eric Rumbolt Dog Sled Race is taking place this Saturday near Port Hope Simpson To get all the details on this annual event, Colleen reach participant Dennis Burden. He's on the line with Colleen Connors. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Annual Port Hope Simpson Dog Team Race The Eric Rumbolt Dog Sled Race is taking place this Saturday near Port Hope Simpson To get all the details on this annual event, Colleen reach participant Dennis Burden. He's on the line with Colleen Connors. 260 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_27950.mp3 Junior Hancock was aboard the Sir robert bond on wednesday morning when she sailed from Blanc Sablon. Soon after, she found herself right in the middle of ice. Hancock says it took several tries, but the captain finally worked his way around the ice and went on to Corner Brook. But he also says if it were the Apollo, which is soon due back on the run, he fears things would be different and they would have been stuck in the ice. He, and others are renewing the call to replace the vessel. Junior Hancock pulled over while driving along the Trans Canada Highway to tell Tony his story.. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Concerns over the return of the Apollo on the Strait of Belle Isle Junior Hancock was aboard the Sir robert bond on wednesday morning when she sailed from Blanc Sablon. Soon after, she found herself right in the middle of ice. Hancock says it took several tries, but the captain finally worked his way around the ice and went on to Corner Brook. But he also says if it were the Apollo, which is soon due back on the run, he fears things would be different and they would have been stuck in the ice. He, and others are renewing the call to replace the vessel. Junior Hancock pulled over while driving along the Trans Canada Highway to tell Tony his story.. 345 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120302_99379.mp3 Journalists from CBC TV's investigative show The Fifth Estate are in Makkovik this week. They're shooting a documentary that will bring the story of Burton Winters to a national audience. It will also shed some more light on what many believe was an inadequte search and rescue response when the 14 year old went missing. Gillian Findley is one of the hosts of the show. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Makkovik. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT fifth estate in Makkovik Journalists from CBC TV's investigative show The Fifth Estate are in Makkovik this week. They're shooting a documentary that will bring the story of Burton Winters to a national audience. It will also shed some more light on what many believe was an inadequte search and rescue response when the 14 year old went missing. Gillian Findley is one of the hosts of the show. She joins Tony Dawson by telephone from Makkovik. 322 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_35040.mp3 George Roberts is Tony Dawson's guest on today Jigs and Reels from Norman Bay http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Jigs and Reels Norman Bay George Roberts is Tony Dawson's guest on today Jigs and Reels from Norman Bay 305 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_90787.mp3 The accent sticks with most Newfoundland and Labradorians long after they leave the province. Some may pass on the slang and accent to their children while others as it turns out, pass it on to their pets. So, What's up with that? Let's find out.... Caroline Hillier is on the line from St. John's with Colleen to explain. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Polly has a Newfie accent The accent sticks with most Newfoundland and Labradorians long after they leave the province. Some may pass on the slang and accent to their children while others as it turns out, pass it on to their pets. So, What's up with that? Let's find out.... Caroline Hillier is on the line from St. John's with Colleen to explain. 371 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_64688.mp3 People living in Black Tickle don't have treated drinking water. A couple of weeks ago, the water treatment plant broke down. And people are now having to find other ways to get clean water to drink.. Wendy Quinlan is from Black Tickle. She on the line with Colleen Connors. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Black Tickle Water Woes People living in Black Tickle don't have treated drinking water. A couple of weeks ago, the water treatment plant broke down. And people are now having to find other ways to get clean water to drink.. Wendy Quinlan is from Black Tickle. She on the line with Colleen Connors. 296 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_74061.mp3 School is still out in Charlottetown. On Monday, parts of the ceiling at William Gillette Academy collapsed under the weight of heavy ice and snow. Repairs to the roof are ongoing. But there are also lingering concerns about mould...and the poor state of the whole building. To find out the latest on the repairs and mould testing, Labrador Morning Producer Chris Harbord spoke to Brian Feltham with the Western District School Board. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT The Latest on the Charlottetown School - Western District School Board School is still out in Charlottetown. On Monday, parts of the ceiling at William Gillette Academy collapsed under the weight of heavy ice and snow. Repairs to the roof are ongoing. But there are also lingering concerns about mould...and the poor state of the whole building. To find out the latest on the repairs and mould testing, Labrador Morning Producer Chris Harbord spoke to Brian Feltham with the Western District School Board. 345 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_38824.mp3 In 2010, the air ambulance service relocated from St. Anthony to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Along with that move, the province promised to recruit a medical flight team to accompany patients and improve response times. But those twelve positions are still vacant. It all feels like deja vu for one Forteau woman. Gail Hancock knows how it feels to wait hours for a medivac. Her son has chronic health problems that have required many flights to the Janeway. And she complained about the service back in 2010. Colleen Connors reached Gail at her home in Forteau. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Forteau woman Questions Air Ambulance In 2010, the air ambulance service relocated from St. Anthony to Happy Valley Goose Bay. Along with that move, the province promised to recruit a medical flight team to accompany patients and improve response times. But those twelve positions are still vacant. It all feels like deja vu for one Forteau woman. Gail Hancock knows how it feels to wait hours for a medivac. Her son has chronic health problems that have required many flights to the Janeway. And she complained about the service back in 2010. Colleen Connors reached Gail at her home in Forteau. 250 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_12794.mp3 Books and water don't mix. So there was a lot of concern when a broken pipe outside the Wabush library caused a water leak into the building. The library is now closed and repair work is underway. Labrador Morning's Mike Power went to the library, in the basement of the Wabush town office building. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Wabush Library water damage Books and water don't mix. So there was a lot of concern when a broken pipe outside the Wabush library caused a water leak into the building. The library is now closed and repair work is underway. Labrador Morning's Mike Power went to the library, in the basement of the Wabush town office building. 321 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120301_95236.mp3 As you've heard in the news this morning, Union officicals have returned from 17 days of Negotiating with IOC in Sept Iles, Quebec. They returned with an Offer from the company, and so far the news is not good. Union President Ron Thomas says they won't reccomend it. He spoke briefly with our Andrew Brown. Thomas won't release details of the offer until tomorrow's meeting. The big sticking point during talks has been the company's desire to fly workers in and out of town. We contacted IOC spokseperson Heather Bruce Veitch about this latest development in the contract negotiations . She told us that she will comment on this following fridays meeting of the steelworkers. Once again, The union will hold a membership meeting tomorrow morning at 8:30 and they hope to have a vote on the offer during the meeting. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Union meeting to hear details of IOC offer As you've heard in the news this morning, Union officicals have returned from 17 days of Negotiating with IOC in Sept Iles, Quebec. They returned with an Offer from the company, and so far the news is not good. Union President Ron Thomas says they won't reccomend it. He spoke briefly with our Andrew Brown. Thomas won't release details of the offer until tomorrow's meeting. The big sticking point during talks has been the company's desire to fly workers in and out of town. We contacted IOC spokseperson Heather Bruce Veitch about this latest development in the contract negotiations . She told us that she will comment on this following fridays meeting of the steelworkers. Once again, The union will hold a membership meeting tomorrow morning at 8:30 and they hope to have a vote on the offer during the meeting. 81 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120229_97424.mp3 Yesterday, the deputy mayor of Charlottetown told us about a partial cave in of the ceiling at the community's school. And later on Radio Noon, two students at William Gillette Academy gave a first hand account of what's been happening in their classrooms. We have some of what Garreth Kippenhuck and Evan Powell said about the ceiling cave-in that closed William Gillette Academy in Charlottetown. Many parents are wondering how long their kids will be out of class. Last night, many people turned out at a public meeting about the issue. Ardina Cadwell is a parent and she was at the meeting, and she is on the phone from Charlottetown. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT School Concerns - Chartlottetown Community meeting Yesterday, the deputy mayor of Charlottetown told us about a partial cave in of the ceiling at the community's school. And later on Radio Noon, two students at William Gillette Academy gave a first hand account of what's been happening in their classrooms. We have some of what Garreth Kippenhuck and Evan Powell said about the ceiling cave-in that closed William Gillette Academy in Charlottetown. Many parents are wondering how long their kids will be out of class. Last night, many people turned out at a public meeting about the issue. Ardina Cadwell is a parent and she was at the meeting, and she is on the phone from Charlottetown. 433 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120229_23700.mp3 A blog about the Engish language in Newfoundland and Labrador may be a remedy for the February blues. This month's it's is all about words for alcohol and liquor. Suzanne Power manages the English Language Research Centre at Memorial University. She also writes the TWIG blog. She's on the line with us from St. John's. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Obscure names of drinks with a Newfoundland and Labrador twist A blog about the Engish language in Newfoundland and Labrador may be a remedy for the February blues. This month's it's is all about words for alcohol and liquor. Suzanne Power manages the English Language Research Centre at Memorial University. She also writes the TWIG blog. She's on the line with us from St. John's. 460 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120229_41649.mp3 The town council of Wabush is short a couple of councillors. Two members resigned in recent months, creating vacancies that need to be filled... But council is having a hard time finding people who want to do the job. Ron Barron is the Mayor of Wabush he joins us this morning from his home. and following that conversation, we hear from the other sitting councillors from the Wabush council for their thoughts. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT No takers for Wabush Council The town council of Wabush is short a couple of councillors. Two members resigned in recent months, creating vacancies that need to be filled... But council is having a hard time finding people who want to do the job. Ron Barron is the Mayor of Wabush he joins us this morning from his home. and following that conversation, we hear from the other sitting councillors from the Wabush council for their thoughts. 588 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120229_19920.mp3 A week ago a table tennis team from Hopedale headed our of Labrador to a provincial tournament. Well, they are back now with some new shiny medals to show off. The Amos Comenius Memorial School's Nanuit table tennis team competed against five other teams at the provincial competition and walked away with three gold medals and one bronze medal. Amber Vincent is the team captain and Nicole Dalley is the coach and are on the line with Tony Dawson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Hopedale Students shine at provincial Table Tennis Tounrament A week ago a table tennis team from Hopedale headed our of Labrador to a provincial tournament. Well, they are back now with some new shiny medals to show off. The Amos Comenius Memorial School's Nanuit table tennis team competed against five other teams at the provincial competition and walked away with three gold medals and one bronze medal. Amber Vincent is the team captain and Nicole Dalley is the coach and are on the line with Tony Dawson. 415 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/labmorning_20120229_18837.mp3 It was a month ago today that Burton Winters went missing. And his tragic ordeal is still the main topic of discussion with the public and politicians alike. Liberal leader Dwight Ball and MHA Yvonne Jones are on their way to Makkovik right now to host a public meeting tonight on the push for a search and rescue centre in Labrador. And, a crew from CBC TV's The Fifth Estate arrive in Makkovik this afternoon. To get the family's thoughts on the flood of attention to Burton Winters Collen Connors reached his step mom Natalie Jacque at her home in Makkovik. As well Colleen has part of an interview she did with Burton Winters. He was participating in a songwriters workshop with musician Andy Brown during the Creative Arts Festival last fall. The students had to write their own verse to one of Andy's song. Burton was a bit nervous to talk to me, smiling the entire time as he chomped away on bubble gum. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 29 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT Burton Winter's step mom on Provincial opposition leader visiting Makkovik. It was a month ago today that Burton Winters went missing. And his tragic ordeal is still the main topic of discussion with the public and politicians alike. Liberal leader Dwight Ball and MHA Yvonne Jones are on their way to Makkovik right now to host a public meeting tonight on the push for a search and rescue centre in Labrador. And, a crew from CBC TV's The Fifth Estate arrive in Makkovik this afternoon. To get the family's thoughts on the flood of attention to Burton Winters Collen Connors reached his step mom Natalie Jacque at her home in Makkovik. As well Colleen has part of an interview she did with Burton Winters. He was participating in a songwriters workshop with musician Andy Brown during the Creative Arts Festival last fall. The students had to write their own verse to one of Andy's song. Burton was a bit nervous to talk to me, smiling the entire time as he chomped away on bubble gum. 432