LSD Random Sound West

09/03/2026

Please Note,
The L*D Office will be CLOSED
Wednesday, September 9th and Thursday September 10th.
You can leave a message at (709) 434-2111
OR
email [email protected] for inquiries

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08/27/2026

Strengthening Road Safety
Help shape the future of safer roads and communities in Newfoundland and Labrador!
Have your say on potential changes to Newfoundland and Labrador's Highway Traffic Act. The Provincial Government is seeking feedback on four areas that affect road users across the province.
Those areas are:
• E-bikes, e-scooters and other micro-mobility devices
• Car and booster seats for children
• Bicycle safety for children
• Driving schools
While the consultation will focus on these areas, you are encouraged to share feedback on any road safety issue you feel should be considered.
The consultation is open until Thursday, September 3, 2026, and we want to hear your thoughts.
To learn more and complete the questionnaire, please visit: engageNL

Thank you for taking the time to participate and help shape future road safety initiatives in Newfoundland and Labrador.
engageNL Team

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08/18/2026

Queen's Cove Memories
North West Brook

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08/18/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the L*D Office will not be open on Wednesday, August 19th and Thursday, August 20th. You can leave a message at (709) 434-2111 or email [email protected] for inquiries.

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08/13/2026

Notice Regarding Fraudulent Email Activity
Issued on Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:51 AM NDT by Eastern Regional Service Board
Description
Dear Residents,

We have received reports of a phishing email that appeared to originate from an Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) email address. After investigation, we have confirmed that this email was not sent by ERSB.
Additional Information
Please be advised that the Eastern Regional Service Board does not accept e-mail money transfers as a method of payment and would never ask residents to send money via email transfer in response to an unsolicited message.

If you have received a suspicious email claiming to be from ERSB, we encourage you to:
• Do not click any links or open any attachments.
• Do not send any payments or provide personal information.
• Delete the message and report it as phishing through your email provider.

We take the privacy and security of our residents seriously. Our team is actively monitoring the situation and investigating the source of these fraudulent messages. We remain committed to protecting personal information and maintaining the integrity of our communications.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding an email you have received, please contact our office directly using the contact information available on our official website.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Sincerely,

Eastern Regional Service Board

07/22/2026

Poverty Reduction and Prevention Strategy
Greetings,

The Department of Social Supports and Well-Being has commenced development of a Poverty Reduction and Prevention Strategy and would like your input. The Strategy will help to reduce poverty rates to the lowest in Canada by 2036.

This engagement will focus on prevention and the root causes of poverty, and seek regionally informed, actionable ideas and solutions. Input collected through engageNL will help inform priorities for the new Strategy.

The online questionnaire will be available until August 31, 2026. You may also provide a written submission by mail or email. To learn more or complete the questionnaire, please visit:
engageNL | EngageNL
Thank you in advance for your participation,

engageNL Team

07/16/2026

Forest Management Agreement and Commercial Timber Licence Consultation
Greetings,
The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is seeking public feedback on a proposed 20-year Forest Management Agreement with Sexton Lumber Company Ltd., which includes issuing a 20-year Crown Timber Licence to the company.
Sexton Lumber has requested to enter into a 20-year Forest Management Agreement with the province for a non-exclusive area of forest in central Newfoundland.
The agreement and accompanying Crown Timber Licence would offer Sexton Lumber the security of a long-term timber supply and enable the company to invest in its sawmill infrastructure and the timber resource.

We invite the public and interested groups to provide input though the consultation process. The online questionnaire will remain open until July 24, 2026. Written submissions may also be provided by mail or email. The learn more or to complete the questionnaire please click the link below.
engageNL | EngageNL
Thank you in advance for your participation.
The engageNL Team

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07/08/2026

06/24/2026

As discussed at the AGM here are some links on the prevention of wild fires from the Random Sound West Fire Chief Jason Frost.

Firewise USA Community Wildfire Risk Assessment
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NFPA-Module01
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NFPA - Preparing homes for wildfire
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06/24/2026

Important Notice: Anticipated Water Shortages - Summer 2026

Good day,

As we approach the summer months, the Department of Environment, Conservation & Climate Change – Water Resources Management Division would like to remind all communities across Newfoundland and Labrador of the potential for water shortages due to seasonal conditions.

We kindly ask that you begin preparing by:
• Encouraging water conservation practices
• Monitoring local water supply levels closely
• Reviewing and updating any local contingency plans

To support your efforts, we encourage you to review our Water Conservation Resources, which include practical tips and fact sheets for both communities and residents:
Community Water & Wastewater Systems - Water Conservation

These resources highlight the importance of reducing water use, including:
• Checking for and repairing leaks
• Identifying sources of high-water usage
• Avoiding unnecessary outdoor water use
• Turning off taps when not in use

Reporting Water Shortages:
If your community is currently experiencing a water shortage—or anticipates needing to use an alternative water source—please notify us as soon as possible. This helps ensure appropriate support and coordination.

For assistance or to report a water shortage, please contact the following:

For communities including Gambo and east:
Genny DeCoste
Tel: (709) 729-2558
Email: [email protected]

For communities west of Gambo including Labrador:
Chris Blanchard
Tel: (709) 637-2542
Email: [email protected]

If you have any questions or require additional resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Warm Regards,
Water Resources Management Division
Department of Environment, Conservation & Climate Change
Government of Newfoundland & Labrador

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