Happy Valley-Goose Bay sits at the head of Lake Melville in central Labrador, with 5 Wing Goose Bay, the town's family neighbourhoods and the communities of North West River and Sheshatshiu nearby. It has a climate unlike anywhere else we serve.
On December 21 the sun rises at about 8:15 a.m. and sets at about 3:44 p.m., just 7 and a half hours of daylight, with the noon sun only 13 degrees above the horizon. On June 21 the sun is up for almost 17 hours, rising at about 4:34 a.m. and setting at about 9:33 p.m. Winters are long and very cold.
That combination makes two things essential: insulation that holds heat through long, very cold nights, and true blackout for summer sleep.
Labrador measures are scheduled on planned trips. Your blinds are made in our Halifax workshop and installed by our own crew.
What Labrador homes need
Maximum insulation. Double-cell cellular shades with side channels.
True blackout. Blackout roller or cellular shades with side channels for 4:30 a.m. sunrises.
Cold-proof motors. Motorized shades with hardwired power on very cold windows.
Atlantic Light in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Approximate times, calculated for Happy Valley-Goose Bay's location. Compare all 45 communities.
| Shortest day (Dec 21) | Longest day (Jun 21) | |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | 8:15 a.m. | 4:34 a.m. |
| Sunset | 3:44 p.m. | 9:33 p.m. |
| Daylight | 7 h 30 min | 16 h 59 min |
| Sun height at noon | 13° | 60° |
What it means for your windows: With the winter noon sun only 13 degrees high and close to 16 hours of summer daylight, Happy Valley-Goose Bay needs the most insulation and the most effective blackout of anywhere we serve.
Communities we serve
Popular in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
- Cellular shades: the warmest window covering you can buy
- Roller shades: clean and simple, sheer to blackout
- Motorized blinds: Google Home, Alexa and HomeKit
- Faux wood blinds: built for steam and damp
Around Happy Valley-Goose Bay
North West River
North West River sits where Grand Lake flows into Lake Melville, one of the oldest settlements in central Labrador, with its historic trading post heritage and homes along the river.
Homes here face the same long, very cold winters and very long June days as Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
What we fit most here: double-cell cellular shades for warmth and blackout roller shades for summer sleep.
Is North West River included in your Labrador trips? Yes.
What blinds help most in extreme cold? Double-cell cellular shades with side channels.
Sheshatshiu
Sheshatshiu is an Innu community on the shore of Lake Melville near North West River. We serve individual homeowners and are glad to work with the community on housing projects.
Homes here need warmth through long Labrador winters and darkness for summer nights.
What we fit most here: insulating cellular shades and blackout roller shades, cordless for child safety.
Do you work on community housing projects? Yes. For multi-unit or community housing, please request a project quote.
Is Sheshatshiu included in your Labrador trips? Yes.
Frequently asked questions
Do you install custom blinds in Happy Valley-Goose Bay?
Yes. Atlantic Shades measures and installs custom blinds and shades in Happy Valley-Goose Bay and nearby communities on planned trips to Labrador.
What are the best blinds for Labrador's long summer days?
Blackout roller or blackout cellular shades with side channels. On June 21 the sun rises at about 4:34 a.m. in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, and only true blackout with sealed edges keeps a bedroom dark.
What are the warmest blinds for a Labrador winter?
Double-cell blackout cellular shades with side channels, closed at dusk. They trap the most insulating air against the glass.
Do you supply military housing or base projects?
For base and institutional projects, please request a project quote.