Calendar of Events
Labrador Come Home Year 2011
Labrador Come Home Year 2011 is in the planning stages.
Check out the website to keep informed of this upcoming event.
Labrador Come Home Year 2011 is in the planning stages.
Check out the website to keep informed of this upcoming event.
Labrador Canoe Regatta
When: July 31st - August 2nd, 2010
The first weekend in August, after the Beach Festival there is another annual event since 1983: the Labrador Canoe Regatta . This 3 day event features teams from all over Labrador competing in 6 man freighter canoe races, to see who is fastest on the lake. Held 15km outside of North West River on Gosling Lake at Gosling Park, teams of 6 persons paddle replicas of traditional voyager canoes around a diamond shaped course on the lake. There are races in several age categories for both men and women. The excitement on the water is matched by the fun on shore with various events, food booths and live bands providing entertainment.
The first weekend in August, after the Beach Festival there is another annual event since 1983: the Labrador Canoe Regatta . This 3 day event features teams from all over Labrador competing in 6 man freighter canoe races, to see who is fastest on the lake. Held 15km outside of North West River on Gosling Lake at Gosling Park, teams of 6 persons paddle replicas of traditional voyager canoes around a diamond shaped course on the lake. There are races in several age categories for both men and women. The excitement on the water is matched by the fun on shore with various events, food booths and live bands providing entertainment.
14th Annual Multi Cultural Youth Gathering
When: August 2010
The 15th Annual Multi Cultural Youth Gathering will take place in August 2010 at the Labrador Christian Youth Camp. More information can be found on the LFC website at www.lfchvgb.ca or on the facebook group United Cultures Youth Center.
The 15th Annual Multi Cultural Youth Gathering will take place in August 2010 at the Labrador Christian Youth Camp. More information can be found on the LFC website at www.lfchvgb.ca or on the facebook group United Cultures Youth Center.
Inaugural Great Labrador Canoe Race
When: August 28, 2010
Join the first Great Labrador Canoe Race being held Saturday August 28, 2010 on the Churchill River. For more information please contact the website: Labrador Canoe Race
Join the first Great Labrador Canoe Race being held Saturday August 28, 2010 on the Churchill River. For more information please contact the website: Labrador Canoe Race
The STAMPEDERS in Concert in Goose Bay
When: Friday September 3rd.
Advance tickets will be available soon $25 Students, $30 Adults.
Audiences, young and old alike, are drawn into the excitement of the STAMPEDERS music as they perform their hits from the '70's.With their inimatable musical style and subtle sense of humor, Rich, Ron and Kim are seasoned entertainers who always leave their audiences standing on their feet cheering for more.
The early 1970s saw a mini-boom in America for Canadian-born rockers like Neil Young and the Band, and singles chart fixtures the Guess Who. The Stampeders were part of this group, a trio originally from Calgary, Alberta, who hit the Top Ten in 1971 with the infectiously catchy "Sweet City Woman."
Advance tickets will be available soon $25 Students, $30 Adults.
Audiences, young and old alike, are drawn into the excitement of the STAMPEDERS music as they perform their hits from the '70's.With their inimatable musical style and subtle sense of humor, Rich, Ron and Kim are seasoned entertainers who always leave their audiences standing on their feet cheering for more.
The early 1970s saw a mini-boom in America for Canadian-born rockers like Neil Young and the Band, and singles chart fixtures the Guess Who. The Stampeders were part of this group, a trio originally from Calgary, Alberta, who hit the Top Ten in 1971 with the infectiously catchy "Sweet City Woman."
Big Land Fair
When: September 11, 2010
Join us for the annual Fall Fair. Agricultural/gardening workshops, art exhibits, live concert and storytelling. Start your Saturday at the Charity Pancake Breakfast at the College of the North Atlantic from 8 - 11 am. Enjoy the crafts, food, agricultural exhibits, games and live musical entertainment at the College starting at 9am until 4pm. Contest Prize Winners will be announced throughout the day. Information at 709-896-8506 or visit http://www.explorelabrador.nf.ca/
Join us for the annual Fall Fair. Agricultural/gardening workshops, art exhibits, live concert and storytelling. Start your Saturday at the Charity Pancake Breakfast at the College of the North Atlantic from 8 - 11 am. Enjoy the crafts, food, agricultural exhibits, games and live musical entertainment at the College starting at 9am until 4pm. Contest Prize Winners will be announced throughout the day. Information at 709-896-8506 or visit http://www.explorelabrador.nf.ca/
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Saturday, September 11 from 8 am - 4 pm
E.J. Broomfield Memorial Arena
For more information on what can and cannot be dropped off please see the Public Announcements section on our website and check under HHW.
E.J. Broomfield Memorial Arena
For more information on what can and cannot be dropped off please see the Public Announcements section on our website and check under HHW.
Lake Melville Geocache Event
When: September (annual)
Join Mr. Pocorn, Volanges, and other local geocachers at the 3rd annual Community Cache Event. There will be a barbecue on Sunday afternoon so bring your own choice of food for the grill. This year's event will be held at the Goose Bay Ground Search & Rescue Training Cabin near the Terrington Basin seaplane docks. There is plenty of room for cachers to meet & greet and swap many geocaching stories. There will be a local cachecontainer loaded up as usual for cachers to grab any needed items for other caches. There are 6 caches within 1 km of the site for those who would like to rack up their experience leve. TRAVEL BUGS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO VISIT. This is a family event. For more information call, 896-8506.
Join Mr. Pocorn, Volanges, and other local geocachers at the 3rd annual Community Cache Event. There will be a barbecue on Sunday afternoon so bring your own choice of food for the grill. This year's event will be held at the Goose Bay Ground Search & Rescue Training Cabin near the Terrington Basin seaplane docks. There is plenty of room for cachers to meet & greet and swap many geocaching stories. There will be a local cachecontainer loaded up as usual for cachers to grab any needed items for other caches. There are 6 caches within 1 km of the site for those who would like to rack up their experience leve. TRAVEL BUGS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO VISIT. This is a family event. For more information call, 896-8506.
Trapline Marathon
When: October 9, 2010
The Trapline Marathon is an annual event that is run in honour of the many trappers that left North West River and trekked inland to tend to their traplines throughout the region. The event is heritage oriented, a challenging run and offers great scenic views of Lake Melville, Mount Shana, Gosling Lake and the forested highway Route 520.
If you would like to know more about the event, please contact Jamie Snook info traplinemarathon ca
The Trapline Marathon is an annual event that is run in honour of the many trappers that left North West River and trekked inland to tend to their traplines throughout the region. The event is heritage oriented, a challenging run and offers great scenic views of Lake Melville, Mount Shana, Gosling Lake and the forested highway Route 520.
If you would like to know more about the event, please contact Jamie Snook info traplinemarathon ca
Labrador Traditions Christmas Craft Fair
When: October 30, 2010
Labrador Craft Marketing Agency is holding the annual Christmas Craft Fair on October 30, 2010 at the College of the North Atlantic. You will find high quality hand made crafts and other great Christmas gift items. There may also be home baked goods and hand made candy available. Call 896-2121 for more information.
Labrador Craft Marketing Agency is holding the annual Christmas Craft Fair on October 30, 2010 at the College of the North Atlantic. You will find high quality hand made crafts and other great Christmas gift items. There may also be home baked goods and hand made candy available. Call 896-2121 for more information.
Winterlights
When: December 2010
WINTERLIGHTS is a celebration of winter and the holiday season that kicks off with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Santa Claus Parade. Winterlights is a program developed by the Canadian Tourism Commission to help municipalities enhance community living. AWARDS 2008-2009 event
Communities in Bloom Foundation - Youth Involvement Criteria Award WINNER and Winners Circle Award - 5 STARS for Participation in Community Events. In 2007, the community was the winner in its population class. In 2006, the Snobreak was awarded 5 STARS for providing activities to keep residents active. In 2005, the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay was recognized with the Stinson Family Award for Winter Pleasures, acknowledging the contribution of so many volunteers with the Labrador Winter Games.
WINTERLIGHTS is a celebration of winter and the holiday season that kicks off with the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Santa Claus Parade. Winterlights is a program developed by the Canadian Tourism Commission to help municipalities enhance community living. AWARDS 2008-2009 event
Communities in Bloom Foundation - Youth Involvement Criteria Award WINNER and Winners Circle Award - 5 STARS for Participation in Community Events. In 2007, the community was the winner in its population class. In 2006, the Snobreak was awarded 5 STARS for providing activities to keep residents active. In 2005, the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay was recognized with the Stinson Family Award for Winter Pleasures, acknowledging the contribution of so many volunteers with the Labrador Winter Games.
Big Land Challenge Dog Team Race
When: March 2011
This traditional race will be held in March. For more information, check out their webpage at http://www.biglandchallenge.com/
This traditional race will be held in March. For more information, check out their webpage at http://www.biglandchallenge.com/
Cain's Quest Endurance Race
When: March 13 - 18, 2011
Website: http://www.cainsquest.com/
Email: cainsquest gmail com
Cain's Quest will take participants on an incredible journey through the Labrador wilderness. The race will entail an approximate 2000 km trek on ungroomed trails where teams of two riders and their snowmachines race to the finish. Riders will travel rough terrain, brave sub-zero temperatures and test man and machine against the elements for a chance at the prize purse and of course bragging rights. In the spirit of good sportsmanship Cain's Quest expects participants to refrain from traveling the route or parts thereof prior to race day.
Website: http://www.cainsquest.com/
Email: cainsquest gmail com
Cain's Quest will take participants on an incredible journey through the Labrador wilderness. The race will entail an approximate 2000 km trek on ungroomed trails where teams of two riders and their snowmachines race to the finish. Riders will travel rough terrain, brave sub-zero temperatures and test man and machine against the elements for a chance at the prize purse and of course bragging rights. In the spirit of good sportsmanship Cain's Quest expects participants to refrain from traveling the route or parts thereof prior to race day.
SnoBreak
When: March 6 - 12, 2011 http://www.snobreak.ca/
SnoBreak is a week of continuous winter activities including snowmobile races, trail rides to several surrounding communities, family games, relay races and much more! This winter festival is held each year in March in the Upper Lake Melville area of Labrador, with most activities happening in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
We encourage tourists to come and join in this fun-filled event held in Canada's newest snowmobile destination, Central Labrador. Call 896-3489 for more information.
Snobreak is an annual project of the Labrador Lake Melville Tourism Association.
SnoBreak was awarded 5 STARS by the Canadian Tourism Commission.
SnoBreak is a week of continuous winter activities including snowmobile races, trail rides to several surrounding communities, family games, relay races and much more! This winter festival is held each year in March in the Upper Lake Melville area of Labrador, with most activities happening in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
We encourage tourists to come and join in this fun-filled event held in Canada's newest snowmobile destination, Central Labrador. Call 896-3489 for more information.
Snobreak is an annual project of the Labrador Lake Melville Tourism Association.
SnoBreak was awarded 5 STARS by the Canadian Tourism Commission.
Labrador Winter Games
When: March 2013
Website: http://www.labradorwintergames.ca/
Held every three years. As a sporting and cultural event, the Labrador Winter Games are truly unique to the province. This uniqueness is not only restricted to the diversity of the sports involved, but extends to the cultural mix and age range of the participants. The sports at the Games include traditional activities such as Dog Team Races and Northern Games, and standardized sports such as Volleyball and Table Tennis. The Games not only provide the opportunity for the distinct cultures of the region to come together and participate, but also provide the opportunity to be truly competitive with other communities. Due to the types of sports involved, it is possible for participants of all ages to successfully participate. This may mean, as has been the case in past years, the involvement of a thirteen-year old snowshoer competing against a sixty-year old snowshoer.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate our Culture, People and Traditions.
Website: http://www.labradorwintergames.ca/
Held every three years. As a sporting and cultural event, the Labrador Winter Games are truly unique to the province. This uniqueness is not only restricted to the diversity of the sports involved, but extends to the cultural mix and age range of the participants. The sports at the Games include traditional activities such as Dog Team Races and Northern Games, and standardized sports such as Volleyball and Table Tennis. The Games not only provide the opportunity for the distinct cultures of the region to come together and participate, but also provide the opportunity to be truly competitive with other communities. Due to the types of sports involved, it is possible for participants of all ages to successfully participate. This may mean, as has been the case in past years, the involvement of a thirteen-year old snowshoer competing against a sixty-year old snowshoer.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate our Culture, People and Traditions.