Labrador Morning

0:00 The Nunatsiavut Government is offering a free wilderness remote first aid course... but spots are filling up fast. We'll hear about the upcoming lessons... and learn why this training is key to running more land-based outings.

8:16 You see them at this time of the year, people standing next to the door of a store asking for a donation to the Salvation Army Christmas kettle campaign. The annual event kicked off this past weekend. Hear from Major Byron Kean of the HVGB Salvation Army Citadel.

17:12 The Mushuau Innu in northern Labrador is considering what to do with its old home. Davis Inlet is a sign of despair for many. A place of happy childhood memories for others. A place that became an international symbol of Indigenous injustice, embarrassing the Canadian government into taking action. Hear part one of the radio documentary from CBC's Ariana Kelland.

26:06 Some eager students will be returning to Eastern Edge Gallery in St. John's this morning to pick up where they left off on their Ulu's. The students are making them as part of First Light's Spirit Song Festival. Hear from instructor Mina Campbell.

33:30 Singer-songwriter Gary Mitchell comes from a long line of musical talent in Makkovik. Now he's been busy putting on student workshops and doing live performances this week. He joins us to tell us more.

42:18 The Emergencies Act Inquiry is into its last week of witness testimony and this is the week we hear from the decision makers. Seven cabinet ministers...and the Prime Minister will give their perspectives. To talk about how it may unfold..we are joined by Heather Scoffield. She is Ottawa bureau chief and Economics columnist for the Toronto Star.

0:00 The Curling Club in Happy Valley-Goose Bay is hoping to get more young players involved in the sport to potentially create a youth league in the future. 

7:35 Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone and wanting to give back at the same time? The Happy Valley-Goose Bay Rotary Club has the auction for you! Their 27th annual auction is online for the first time. 

17:05 Martina Lavalle once struggled with an addiction, and her life was taking a turn for the worse. But, after a lot of hard work and determination, Lavalle is set to celebrate five years of being sober this winter.

30:56 There is a rise in patients with respiratory illnesses looking for medical help and a Springdale doctor says to do that, the province should lift the current MCP cap on funded patient virtual appointments. Hear from Dr. Todd Young with the Medicuro virtual clinic. 

38:48 Barracks are being demolished at 5 Wing Goose Bay, but that doesn't mean there's a lack of activity. The German Air Force is conducting conducted low-level flying training around Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Hear from the Base Commander. 

45:25 Growing your own fresh food is pretty easy to do if you have the right equipment. Thanks to a hydroponic organization in this province, students across Labrador are learning just how fun it can be as well. Hear from the non-profit SucSeed who set up Labrador classrooms and community groups with equipment.

0:00 Due to a Canada Post staffing shortage in Labrador West, some Labrador City residents had to pick up their mail at the main post office in town and many needed clarification about this turn of events. Hear from the National Director for the Atlantic Region of Canadian postal workers.

9:41 The FIFA World Cup starts this weekend in Qatar and this is the first time since 1986 that team Canada qualified for the competition, But what are the Canadian National Team's chances? We'll hear from a local fan on their thoughts.

18:34 A former court interpreter now living at the homeless shelter in Happy Valley-Goose Bay

says more understanding of addictions and empathy is needed when it comes to the issue of homeless and transient people in town. Hear from Kevin Pastiwet.

29:26 A program in Ontario may be something for Labradorians to consider when it comes to helping homeless and transient persons. Some citizens of Kitchener, Ontario, decided to create what is called a better Tent City. Fifty people are now living in small "cabins" - and they share common bathroom and kitchen facilities. Hear from one of the founders.

33:32 The province has put out a release asking the federal government to implement better search and rescue services in Labrador. Hear from Minister of Labrador Affairs Lisa Dempster on the call for action.

42:20 Childhood memories of abuse and cruelty have resurfaced for one boarding school survivor in Nain after the building was demolished this week. Hear Norman Andersen's recollections of what happened there. A warning, some of what Andersen has to say may be upsetting to some listeners. A free support line has been set up for residential school survivors. Call any time at 1-866-925-4419.

51:46 Dancing can be joyful, expressive, mournful and more. One artist and her partner took inspiration from the mining equipment in Labrador City to create a dance film called 'Heavy.' Hear from her.

In the 1990s, Davis Inlet residents were facing struggles. The Mushua Innu First Nation members were settled in the community with no running water or sewer. In a house fire, six children died, and there was no running water to try and fight the flame. After the fire, the community held a People's Inquiry to understand why it happened and what needed to be done. Camille Fouillard was asked to work on the inquiry, Gathering Voices. Fouillard's experience during the inquiry is now the basis of her new novel, Precious Little. The fictional white character Anna is asked to help with the inquiry ad struggles through questions of if this is her place to share these Innu stories and what it means to be white in Canada. Labrador Morning's Heidi Atter spoke to Fouillard for more in this extended interview.

A French literary festival is kicking off in Happy Valley-Goose Bay tonight! And one of the books is inspired by Labrador West youth.. (0:00)

A group from Quebec visited Nain in 2019 to ski, and now there's a film about it. We speak with the director. (7:44)

Visiting artists, virtual artists, workshops, plays and more are some things to look forward to at this year's Labrador Creative Arts Festival. The Festival Coordinator, Sandra Broomfield, gives us all the details(15:27)

A well-known Labradorian elder was given quite the honour yesterday afternoon. (23:33)

The Sheshatshiu ground search and rescue team has joined the provincial SAR organization.

But the coordinator says they will continue their regular search work without waiting for an RCMP call. (28:03)

The recreation committee in Port Hope Simpson is pretty busy these days. We hear about some ongoing projects taking place in the community. (0:00)

From Rigolet to the runway, we hear from one artist whose creations made it to a fashion show in Winnipeg. (7:31)

A vigil was held in Happy Valley-Goose Bay to remember people from the transient and homeless population who have died. While the Salvation Army says, more empathy is needed for people living outside. (16:17)

The Nain boarding school has been demolished. And one boarding school survivor says it's about time.

We hear what it was like for one survivor. (32:55)

Heather Scoffield Ottawa bureau chief and Economics columnist for the Toronto Star brings us the latest from Ottawa. With debate in the House of Commons likely being extended until midnight ... we look at what might be accomplished before the holiday break, as well as who to expect at the Emergencies Act Inquiry in the coming days. (42:19)

A Labrador West mother is asking drivers to slow down and pay attention to the roads, particularly around school buses. (0:00)

An author's experience in Davis Inlet while working on an inquiry is now the basis of a novel. (7:03)

The provincial Minister of Justice and Public Safety visited Happy Valley-Goose Bay last week. (17:55)

We received a phone call from HVGB resident Max Blake after airing an interview last week with Michelle Kinney. (33:57)

Climate change is changing Labrador, and you may have noticed that in your garden. But if trees are removed to grow needed food... What happens to that soil? Researchers are hoping to find out. (36:06)

Could cod be the future of the fishery in Labrador? We hear from a fisherman who participated in the stewardship fishery this year. (0:00)

Cartwright is getting a new community hub... one that's focused on education and public interest. (9:21)

The homelessness and transient concerns in Happy Valley-Goose Bay continue. One resident says there needs to be more than just RCMP to help it. While the Housing Hub says, public education is a good place to start. (18:36)

The federal government has put up 40 million dollars for Indigenous groups to apply to look at area-based conservation. (36:15)

We've been hearing excerpts of John Gaudi's doc, I Still Live Here, this week.

It's the story of Davis Inlet as told through the eyes of Mary Ann Nui. We hear part 3. (42:25)

Health columnist Dr Peter Lin joins us with his thoughts about the resurgence of the flu this season -- and what we can do, in terms of preventative measures. (51:43)

0:00 A local female entrepreneur has been recognized for her work in a non-traditional trade. Hilda Broomfield-Letemplier recently won the Leadership Award from the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs.

8:48 Christmas is a special time of year for many families, but it can also be a very stressful time. That's where the Adopt a Family Christmas Initiative comes in, to help those who need it this holiday season. There's a concert coming up this week to raise funds for the initiative. Hear from Kirk Lethbridge and Tina Chaisson.

18:08 One of the ways Canada has attempted to curb the increasing proportions of Indigenous people in prison is through Gladue reports,

which asks lower courts to consider an Indigenous offender’s background in determining appropriate sentencing. But as CBC Radio’s Kyle Muzyka tells us in the second part of his series on the justice system, not only has Gladue not helped keep Indigenous people out of prison, it could make it worse for them.

24:11 The Labrador Creative Arts Festival is around the corner...

and, as usual, school drama clubs from all over Labrador will be coming together in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and the theme for this year's festival is "breaking boundaries."

It's a pretty inspiring theme for the long-running "Taylor-Made Players" drama group in Black Tickle. They'll be performing their play "Double Standard" in Black Tickle this week, ahead of the festival. Hear from Grade 12 student Kaitlyn Keefe for more.

34:15 The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay and many people who live there, say the transient population is growing and more policing and social services are needed. We meet some of the people who spend time in the woods.

41:31 We are bringing you John Gaudi's documentary, I Still Live Here, in parts this week. It focuses on what life was like in Davis Inlet before the community was relocated 20 years ago. Hear part 2 with Innu Nation deputy grand chief Mary Ann Nui, who grew up there.

49:11 Kelly Piercy fought to keep her mother, Silvia, at home in Norman's Cove... for as long as she could but it was easier said than done. It wasn't just the level of care Silvia needed. Hear her story in our series, Concerning Care.

56:06The seal summit is finishing up in St. John's today. Part of the summit was an exhibitor's showcase yesterday. CBC's Peter Cowan was there and spoke to Charlene Penney of Port Hope Simpson about her business Timeless North.

Will the talks result in action? We look at the COP27 UN climate change conference... and ask whether it's likely to have a meaningful impact. (0:00)

Birds of a feather don't always flock together....we hear about some rare sightings across Labrador this fall. (6:29)

Indigenous soldiers were rarely recognized for contributions to war, but for this Indigenous Veteran's Day, We visit our archives to hear about a very well-known Indigenous veteran in Labrador. (14:17)

Wendy Marsh's late mother, Helen, is always near and dear to her. She placed a plaque on the Birch Island Boardwalk in Happy Valley-Goose Bay in her memory and to honour the good times they shared (21:33)

RCMP has increased patrols in the trails in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. But how are they accommodating that with staff? We hear from the RCMP Commissioner and CO of Newfoundland and Labrador. (28:19)

We are bringing you part one of a documentary called I still live here. It was created by John Gaudi and follows Mary Ann Nui as she revisits her childhood home of Davis Inlet. (39:33)

Heather Scoffield .. Ottawa bureau chief and Economics columnist for the Toronto Star brings us the latest from Ottawa........... including a look at the Federal Health Minister's meeting with provincial and territorial counterparts .. about how to solve the crisis in hospitals across the country. (46:26)