Labrador Morning

The Green Depot in Labrador West might be closing soon, and a lot of people will miss it. And it's not just because of the recycling. We get community reaction. (1:16)

The new carbon tax comes with government payments to all of us to help offset the cost. But did you know, our payments will be 10 per cent more than people in major centers? (7:25)

Some of the oil contaminants found in Nunatsiavut are coming from unknown sources.... And that has people worried. We hear from two of them, and from an expert who has ideas on what the source could be. (12:55)

Out of Luck...kids in Labrador City won't have town-run camps and activities this summer due to a staffing crunch. (26:08)

The Big Land has so much nature to enjoy, but getting to the attractions can be a challenge. A new tour company is hoping to make it easier than ever to explore the Port Hope coast. (34:01)

A nasty insect is decimating larch trees in Labrador West. We hear from the province's insect expert on just what, if anything, can be done about it. (1:01)

Criminal charges could be coming for the company that runs the Come By Chance Refinery, after a fatal explosion last fall. (7:57)

Open fires in western Labrador are not just a bad idea right now. They're illegal. We speak with the chief of the Wabush Fire Department about the current ban. (13:17)

A Sheshatshiu teenager will join us to talk about how she returned to the traditional ceremonies,

and how she is encouraging others to embrace their traditional Innu ways. (19:27)

No quick fix...we hear from a mother and early childhood educator who's been advocating for years for improved childcare in Labrador...with few results. And we talk about solutions to the childcare crunch, especially in rural and Indigenous communities. (27:13)

Hot weather in Labrador West.(42:25)

Reporters are use to asking the questions, well the other week one kid wanted to interview Labrador Mornings Darryl Dinn, you wont want to miss it. (45:56)

El Niño has returned ... The global weather pattern typically signals it's going to be a warmer year ahead... Even as this past week, our planet has already marked the hottest daily temperature ever recorded. We'll hear more from a climate scientist. (48:25)

A little extra cash may have hit your bank account, courtesy of the federal government. It's meant to offset inflation, but how far will the money go a grocery store in Labrador? (1:01)

The federal government handed out a "grocery rebate", yesterday, meanwhile the NDP feels the province could cut some of THEIR taxes as well. (6:58)

It's summer in Labrador and that also means Battle Harbor is in full swing. (9:40)

Fires continue to burn uncontrolled in Labrador. Right now we have four active ones. We hear the latest from the province. (18:06)

We're learning more about the oil contaminants in eggs in Nunatsiavut And the possibility that we might never know exactly where they came from. (24:11)

Creating art and getting paid for it isn't easy. That's one reason why Arts NL has a new position to help Indigenous people get access to grants. (31:16)

If you're wanting your kids to enjoy the great outdoors. Smokey Mountain ski club in Labrador West is the option for summer camps. (39:59)

Being aware of your family's health history can be a medical gamechanger, according to a recent study focused on breast cancer. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joins us to explain. (45:40)

Imagine a walk on the Birch Island boardwalk in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. You 'll probably hear birds, or see young beavers and ducklings swimming about. But hidden in the water might be something else: Tiny wooden boats, left for anyone to find! Scott Mesher has been making the small boats for years. Hear the story behind them and hear from some kids who were lucky enough to find them.

Last week, we told you about a special Cree ritual called the "walking out ceremony." But Peter Penashue says Innu have a similar tradition, and it's one of many links between the two cultures. (1:00)

You can still eat wild eggs and arctic char found around Postville and Nain. But how safe is it, after this week's warning of oil contamination? (11:52)

A home to fire a few months ago, and still nowhere to live. The story of Betty Sillitt of Sheshatshiu. (18:28)

What should a provincial early learning plan look like? We'll hear about the creation of a new plan and the feedback government is looking for from people here in Labrador. (31:20)

If you know an Inuit young person with a passion for the environment? Queens University is looking to hire people for research in the Torngat Mountains. (41:17)

Scott Mesher has been crafting tiny boats for years. And he has hidden about 140 of them around Happy Valley-Goose Bay so far, for children to find and keep. Who found some? We find out! (49:27)

Come home to Wabush is less than a month away and one of main events is a concert by The Derina Harvey Band. We chat with the former Wabush resident on what to expect. (1:13)

Turning a rough time into something positive for children around Happy Valley-Goose Bay We hear about a man who's crafting little boats to hide around town for kids to find. (8:08)

The Nunatsiavut government is warning people in Postville and Nain about oil contaminants in eggs and char. We talk about the risk with MHA Lela Evans. (15:46)

The Labrador Trap and Skeet Club is focusing on firearms safety in their new course offered to kids aged 5 to 13. (30:25)

Glen McGregor, a parliamentary reporter, joins us to talk about the Prime Minister's upcoming trip to the NATO leaders summit... He shares what is at stake for the military alliance at this crucial moment. (37:18)

Blasty boughs, hanging webs and worms everywhere...pictures on social media show the damage being caused by a tiny pest in Labrador West. (1:11)

To nap, or not to nap? Last week, one of the largest studies ever conducted on the health effects of napping was released. Sleep specialist Dr. Michael Mak joins us for a look at the research. (7:06)

Honoring Lance Corporal John Shiwak. We find out about a commemorative plaque unveiled in France to honor the Labrador Inuk soldier who gave his life in the first world war. (11:11)

How will Labrador be represented in an opposition party led by Eugene Manning? The PC leadership candidate stopped by to chat about his campaign. (18:45)

Pride Month was June, and in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Pride Week is now. (28:28)

A Wabush that has been helping out cats and kittens around the province. (36:53)

We learn more about the new federal fuel regulations that came into effect over the weekend. (41:20)

We get reaction to Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre visiting Happy Valley-Goose Bay yesterday. (1:13)

Forest fires leave physical scars on communities, but also take a toll on people's mental and emotional strength. Coming up, we'll hear about the one factor that's found to protect mental health. (11:28)

It's been 25 years since Charlotte Wolfrey's daughter was killed by her partner. Now, Charlotte is continuing her calls for changes to help Indigenous women. (22:10)

Working to preserve heritage and attract tourists in Labrador West for 20 years. We hear about the progress made by Gateway Labrador. (28:49)

Expo Labrador. (33:21)

Finding a place to rent has become incredibly difficult.... And some people have resorted to taking their home on the road. (43:46)

Health columnist Dr Christopher Labos joins us to talk about new research on testosterone replacement therapy, and concerns about its overuse. (52:12)

It's a unique and challenging situation...forest fires here in Labrador and in Quebec have been threatening transmission towers and power lines... (1:06)

Several forest fires burning...and the fire hazard rated as high-to-extreme in some parts of the Big Land. We get the latest on those fires and the areas at high risk. (8:09)

A walk-out ceremony for a young Cree and Innu boy was a huge community effort. How everyone joined in to make it happened. (6:18)

Manganese could be a big money-maker in Labrador West, and the federal government is investing in that possibility. We'll hear from government and mining representatives about a project announced yesterday. (22:16)

Public legal information, home building, catering, trades... Expo Labrador is in full swing at the EJ Broomfield Arena. And the artist showcase is free to check out all day. (29:44)

This hour, a family who lost one of their own to the Churchill river...(39:09)

Walk For Nick has been happening for the last 3 years .It's coming up on Canada Day this weekend. (47:18)

Rudeness or incivility is a common form of mistreatment in the workplace. We hear about the toll it can take on workers and businesses when it goes untamed. (1:09)

A Labrador man says he had to advocate to get the resources he needed to learn as a child. He has some advice for anyone who may be struggling with a learning disability. (8:29)

If Inuit fishers were at the helm of the commercial fishery in Nunatsiavut, what could that fishery look like? We speak to researchers looking into that question. (16:13)

Summer is here and with it warm temperatures, and wildfires. The latest on where they are from the province. (25:50)

We're bringing you a family story that stretches from Rigolet all the way to New Zealand. David Stewart spent a week in Labrador connecting with people he's related to. We'll find out what he learned. (30:17)

Respect for the river...the Kippenhuck family knows all too well the dangers of the Churchill River and how quickly it can take a life. We'll remember Stephen Cole and hear advice from one of his siblings on preventing future tragedies on the River. (39:05)

Keeping traditions and language alive. We hear from the mom of a Cree and Innu toddler, On working to make sure her boy knows both his cultures, and his language. (48:01)

Glen McGregor a reporter with the Parliamentary Press Gallery joins us to talk Ottawa in the summer. What was accomplished before MPs headed home, and what she will be keeping an eye in the coming weeks. (57:40)