Labrador Morning

We’ll speak with a professor, and science of coffee writer, from Laurentian University about the latest recalls of caffeinated energy drinks ... And what’s behind them...(0:00)

Neighbours Helping Neighbours - Labrador city, is a new facebook group helping out those struggling. Especially needed with Walmart being closed unexpectedly. (7:21)

Rental housing can be hard to come by in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, as one teacher moving to the community recently found out. We'll hear about her search for a place to rent in town--and why she wants the school board to help teachers in her situation. (12:11)

The federal government has announced 3-million dollars for climate change projects along the north coast. We hear all the details (19:47)

We talk about a housing crunch in Makkovik. We learn how a lack of accommodation could be contributing to a worker shortage at the Torngat Fish Producers' fish plant. We hear from Makkovik AngajukKâk Barry Andersen. (26:29)

Handling the remains of a beloved pet can be expensive in Labrador. One local vet will be offering a dignified and less expensive option soon. (33:29)

When it comes to exercise, new research aims to explore how much... or how little... you need to do to minimize your risk of some cancers. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joins us to explain. (40:32)

Two gardening experts shed some light on why tomatoes have been going bad this summer, how to enrich the northern soil to maximize produce output, and more. (0:00)

Seeing archival photographs in Facebook groups is wonderful But what if you wanted to share them further than family and friends? We hear a 'remotely useful' guide. (9:27)

Connecting the north coast to high speed internet is going to cost the federal government an additional 10-million dollars. We hear why. (17:31)

Advocates across the province are calling for MCP coverage on period products -- including the Labrador West Status of Women Council. We'll hear about the need for free and accessible period products in Lab West. (25:55)

The results of the Innu Nation election are in. We meet the new Grand Chief. (32:41)

Building a food empire one flip at a time. We hear how a woman - originally from Labrador - is developing quite a name for her gourmet pancakes. (42:42)

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a mental health condition that's commonly associated with the winter blues... But today, some tips on how to cope with a version of SAD that's unique to summer. (49:29)

Lake Melville School is hoping to revive the textiles class. But they need your help to do it.

We hear from the teacher taking donations of any scrap fabrics/ (0:00)

From swallows and shorebirds, to robins and songbirds... we’ve got a guest joining us to give us a bird’s eye view of feathered sightings in Forteau and beyond. (4:55)

So you're single, you're making ok money, and you want to buy a house. Is that even realistic these days? We'll ask a mortgage broker weigh in. (12:00)

Elizabeth Goudie's beloved story of courage and resilience - Woman of Labrador - is being re-staged on the island this weekend. We re-unite the actor who plays her on stage with Elizabeth's son - Joe Goudie. (22:03)

Poppa and his Drum (37:21)

Parliamentary Reporter for The National Post, Ryan Tumilty .....He joins us to talk about the federal leaders... and what their messages on the summer barbecue circuit suggest for the fall agenda in the House of Commons. (41:05)

0:00 A Labradorian is the only person from our province on this year's Canadian delegation to Vimy Ridge. We'll check in with Grace Goudie before her flight to Brussels

3:55 It can be costly for some teenagers to get out and enjoy the outdoors. A free program is hoping to help. Wild Outside is set up all around Canada and now coming to Labrador for the first time. Hear from Jessica Turner, the remote specialist for Wild Outside in eastern Canada.

10:29 The Torngat Fish producers co-op in Labrador has had a labour issue for years, but this summer a worker shortage meant it was not business as usual. Hear from general manager Keith Watts in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

15:30 It has the potential to be three centuries old and it is one of the most special artifacts to be discovered at the Double Mer Point at Rigolet. Deidre Elliott is one of the excavators who has been working on the site in Rigolet since 2015. Hear from the Heritage Program Coordinator with the Nunatsiavut government.

24:15 Have some extra pet food or dog supplies? Volunteers in Labrador West are gathering up donations in hopes of helping pet owners in need. Hear from volunteer Krystal Alexander.

32:07 Nails from the canon structure built in the 1700s to ward off pirates, photographs and antique bottles. The Cartwright Heritage Museum has reopened for the first summer since the pandemic and is inviting everyone to walk through the community's history. Hear from Cartwright mayor Robyn Holwell.

Nunatsiavut youth were able to get a close up look at the Torngats recently and meet other Indigenous kids from around the continent along the way!

Students on Ice took a tour through northern Labrador with a focus on Indigenous science and conservation. Hear from 14-year-old Peyton Dicker who was on board.

Ever wonder what a cod really sounds like under the water? How about the sound of a harbour full of motor boats... or the sound of a seismic survey? We hear a wide array of underwater recordings... and we hear how sound actually travels through the ocean. (0:00)

Hundreds of children are in need of help as they get ready to go back to school.

We hear how you can help. (9:47)

Earlier this week another act of vandalism happened in Labrador city.... and this time, it happened in broad daylight. We speak to the Labrador City mayor about what the town is doing to address this issue. (14:27)

An instructor with the St. John Ambulance will walk us through the basics of how to use a naloxone kit to save a life. (21:39)

The federal government says it will help northern communities reduce their reliance on diesel fuel,as part of the national green energy plan. The AngajukKak in Makkovik has thoughts on how that might work. (29:15)

The provincial transportation minister stopped by Forteau yesterday, with an announcement. (38:36)

Menihek Nordic Ski Club just launched two pamphlets about wildflowers and berries in Labrador West...

and our Darryl Dinn even received a guided tour. We'll learn all about the wildflowers you can put in your jelly. (47:08)

As September looms on the horizon... What can parents do to support a child's enthusiasm and prepare for another school year? We talk to Tanya Hayles, a parenting writer and founder of Black Mom's Connection, about how to make the transition back-to-school easier. (55:43)

Have you taken a summer vacation yet?... If not, mental health columnist Mark Henick will be here to encourage you to squeeze one in soon, for the sake of your wellness... (0:00)

The Makkovik Trout Fest is in full Swing Leading up to the massive trout supper we hear about some of the events on the go. (7:12)

Writers NL has launched a summer haiku series for the month of August...find out how you can be part of the fun. (13:06)

Bakeapple season isn't complete without the Forteau Bakeapple Folk Festival. We hear what's in store for this year's edition. (22:29)

It was an unforgettable trip for Misty Dawn-Dyson. She'll tell us about a special ocean expedition that took her from Labrador to St. John's, with plenty to see and learn along the way. (27:47)

We'll dive down to the underwater, hanging gardens of Makkovik... and learn all about the carnivorous sponges and vertical coral walls there. (33:34)

A Labrador resident is competing in Miss Universe Canada later this month...

and she'll be one of the first contestant with children to ever compete in the country after a rule change last year. We meet Wabush's Jacqueline Rideout. (43:55)

We know overuse of antibiotics can risk creating superbugs... but new research shows it may also affect our gut microbiome... and have links to early-onset colorectal cancer. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joins us to explain.. (51:30)

If you're a kid who's experienced trauma, or who struggles with your mental health, it isn't always easy to feel like you fit in. But this summer, Happy Valley-Goose Bay's Fantastic Friendship Summer Camp created a welcoming space for *all* kids. Hear in this extended interview from camp creator Blake Sheppard-Pardy and summer student and parent Shawntelle Parsons.

We will talk about the role of technology in labour disputes across North America. A labour professor will talk about how it has played in the past and what we might expect to see in the future. (0:00)

MHA Lela Evans is raising the alarm about a shortage of health care on the north coast.

We'll hear her thoughts on recent disruptions to service at the clinic in Nain. (6:38)

Whether you look up or down, for astronomer Garry Dymond,the earth and the sky provide a fascinating set of subjects to talk about. This week, he's in Battle Harbour to explain how the island fits into the cosmos. (13:10)

Fifty years of history. A Makkovik man remembers his time as a teenager when he was one of the first to be hired at the local fish plant. (20:43)

The Nain brass band workshops are back for one final round In hopes of teaching the traditional instruments to anyone interested. (27:13)

We'll hear one familiy's story of frustration with the health care system in southern Labrador, after the loss of their mother. (38:17)

Brooklyn Wolfrey has returned from the World Dwarf Games To quite a surprise in Rigolet. We catch up with her there. (49:58)

Have you been blocked? Some social media users can no longer see news. We talk about why --- and where you can find the news outside social media. (54:22)

We hear from a retired RNC officer about the cocaine explosion, and how the local drug trade has changed over the years, leading to a spike in overdoses. (0:00)

Indigenous people in our province are sending a message to the government of Manitoba...

they want a landfill there searched for the remains of three indigenous women. (7:02)

If you're far away from any restaurants... but you do have a generator...

what's the best way to make "bush pizza?" As it turns out, it might just be a Betty Crocker pizza maker. (15:30)

There are two kinds of naloxone kits: Nasal spray and injectable. This province only provides the injectable kind, and advocates say bringing in the spray would save lives. (20:45)

Ahead of the Lab West Auto Show this Saturday, we'll take a spin in a Mustang... and learn all about the joys of owning your own classic car if you can afford it. (25:57)

A summer literacy program is helping kids in Nunatsiavut keep reading all summer long. We bring you an update on the United for Literacy summer camps. (34:16)