Labrador Morning

We get an update on the wildfire situation threatening Churchill Falls. Provincial forest fire duty officer Bryan Oke tells about the decision to evacuate the community.

We hear from a mother and daughter who had to evacuate Churchill Falls last night and who say that despite the uncertainty, they're feeling very grateful for their family and friends who came to their aid.

Happy Valley-Goose Bay is the hub for people fleeing the wildfire near Churchill Falls. We hear how the town is helping hundreds of evacuees get shelter and food.

As forest fire season continues, we hear from Premier Andrew Furey about the province’s fifth, out-of-service water bomber—which has been waiting on repairs since 2018.

A new series of workshops in Labrador West offers a chance to master the four Ps of gardening—planting, picking, preparing and preserving! We hear from workshop leader Corinna Wentzell.

Darlene and Elvis Saunders had high hopes that their 8-year-old daughter with Down syndrome could take part in the regional summer program this year. But after being told the town couldn’t accommodate their daughter’s needs, the Saunders are calling for more inclusive programming. We hear from the Saunders, and also hear a response from Labrador City Mayor Belinda Adams.

We hear a first-hand perspective on nearby forest fires from Robert Dawe, a longtime Churchill Falls resident.

The provincial government has been bringing its golden, highly ornamental staff to schools across the province--including Menihek High School in Labrador West. We drop by that presentation.

A few months have passed since the Labrador West Summit. Now, the Chamber of Commerce is ready to share some results. We speak with executive director Lydia Rickards.

If all goes according to plan, potato chips should hit the shelves in Makkovik today for the first time in about a month and a half. We hear from Makkovik AngajukKak Barry Andersen about the arrival of the Kamutik W.