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Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Kent's Pond
Friday, November 13, 2020 - 2:30pm
Did you know Kent's Pond was named for a former Premier? Read more...
read more Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Kent's Pond
Tourism Awards Presented
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 - 7:15pm
The City of St. John’s presented the winners of the 2019 Tourism Awards at individual, private ceremonies at City Hall due to COVID-19 precautions.
read more Tourism Awards Presented
Remember at Home
Tuesday, November 10, 2020 - 7:00am
The Legion and the City encourage citizens to observe a moment of silence at your front door, to allow residents to pay their respects and to recognize this important day without a mass gathering.
read more Remember at Home
At Home Resources: Remembrance Day
Saturday, November 7, 2020 - 1:15pm
Activities to do as a family for remembrance Day this year.
read more At Home Resources: Remembrance Day
Proclamation: World Town Planning Day
Friday, November 6, 2020 - 11:30pm
...celebrating the role of planners in creating livable, sustainable communities.
read more Proclamation: World Town Planning Day
Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Pippy Park
Friday, November 6, 2020 - 1:00pm
Did you know that Pippy Park is named for St. John’s entrepreneur Chesley A. Pippy who made a significant donation of money to acquire land?
read more Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Pippy Park
Old Trees of St. John's
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 3:00pm
Many of the big, old and interesting trees in St. John’s are found on the properties of older homes and likely date back to when the homes were constructed.
read more Old Trees of St. John's
10 Things Not to Flush
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - 1:30pm
Many products labelled ‘flushable’ do not break down in the waste treatment process and can cause clogs in your household plumbing or backups in sewer systems.
read more 10 Things Not to Flush
Climate Shocks and Stressors
Monday, November 2, 2020 - 4:00pm
There is a lot that city governments and the community can do to mitigate and adapt to climate change...
read more Climate Shocks and Stressors
Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Quidi Vidi
Saturday, October 31, 2020 - 9:30am
This week, the City features the neighbourhood of Quidi Vidi and the crafts incubator at the Plantation.
read more Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Quidi Vidi
Pumpkin Carving Entries
Friday, October 30, 2020 - 9:30am
​Thank you for your entries and Happy Halloween! Please enjoy this 'virtual' pumpkin walk of all the entries received.
read more Pumpkin Carving Entries
Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday
Thursday, October 29, 2020 - 4:45pm
...the perfect time to prepare your household for emergencies is today!
read more Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday
Art Procurement
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - 2:00pm
The City of St. John’s is now accepting submissions to its Art Procurement Program, deadline is 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2020.
read more Art Procurement
​Climate Change and the Economy
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 2:30pm
We know that climate change has environmental and social risks, but did you know that there are also financial risks that need to be addressed to ensure the stability of our economy?
read more ​Climate Change and the Economy
Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Southlands-Galway
Friday, October 23, 2020 - 8:45pm
This new series highlights the neighbourhoods in our capital city. This week, we feature the Southlands Community Centre.
read more Neighbourhood Profiles Series: Southlands-Galway
​Councillor Dave Lane Responds to Bike Plan Concer...
Thursday, October 22, 2020 - 11:15am
Councillor Lane responds to concerns about the Bike St. John’s Master Plan and upgrades to Kelly’s Brook Trail. Future engagement opportunities are being planned.
read more ​Councillor Dave Lane Responds to Bike Plan Concerns
Curbit 10th Anniversary during Waste Reduction Wee...
Wednesday, October 21, 2020 - 11:30am
Curbit marked its 10th year anniversary on Oct. 18, 2020 just in time to recognize Waste Reduction Week in Canada from Oct. 19-25.
read more Curbit 10th Anniversary during Waste Reduction Week
Fast Facts on the SJSEL KPMG Report 2019
Thursday, October 15, 2020 - 10:45pm
...draft reports from January and March (2019) made public to show no changes were made to the final recommendations
read more Fast Facts on the SJSEL KPMG Report 2019
Understanding Climate Change
Tuesday, October 13, 2020 - 12:30pm
We are developing a “Resilient St. John’s Plan”, focused on addressing the transition to low-carbon energy and impacts from climate change...
read more Understanding Climate Change
Ward 2 By-Election: Voter Information
Friday, October 2, 2020 - 2:15pm
On Tuesday, October 20, residents living in Ward 2 of the City of St. John's will elect a new Councillor. Voter kits will be delivered via Canada Post beginning Monday, Oct. 5.
read more Ward 2 By-Election: Voter Information
New Signal at Waterford and Brookfield
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - 5:15pm
Proceed with caution when lights are flashing amber or red...
read more New Signal at Waterford and Brookfield
Virtual Public Meetings to Review Concept Design
Friday, September 11, 2020 - 2:15pm
Registration is open for virtual public meetings taking place Sept. 22 & 24 to review the new concept design of the H.G.R Mews Community Centre replacement facility.
read more Virtual Public Meetings to Review Concept Design
Adult and Senior Recreation Programs
Thursday, September 3, 2020 - 1:30pm
We still have space in these courses and programs for adults. Register today!
read more Adult and Senior Recreation Programs
Wear Your Mask at City Facilities
Friday, August 21, 2020 - 9:15am
As of Monday, August 24, non-medical masks must be worn in public indoor spaces, including our facilities...
read more Wear Your Mask at City Facilities
Inclusion Committee Seeking New Members
Monday, August 17, 2020 - 9:45am
Did you know that this committee consults on many city programs, services and projects?
read more Inclusion Committee Seeking New Members

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