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The City of St. John's ensures media, residents and businesses are kept informed about issues, programs, initiatives and projects the City is working on by posting media releases, media advisories and public service announcements to this webpage. This view shows ALL the hot topics news sorted by Publication Date in descending order. Please click 'read more' on any of the news items below to learn more.
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Information for Residents during Extreme Weather
Friday, February 4, 2022 - 12:30pm
Residents are asked to allow for extra time when commuting and avoid unnecessary travel during extreme weather. Contact Access St. John's at 311 or 754-CITY to report issues.
read more Information for Residents during Extreme Weather
Traffic Calming: Public Engagement Open until Febr...
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 - 2:30pm
Public engagement is open until Feb. 7 to educate residents about the traffic calming policy review, and to collect feedback to help shape a revised policy.
read more Traffic Calming: Public Engagement Open until February 7
Understanding the Property Assessment and Inspecti...
Thursday, January 27, 2022 - 10:15am
Property inspection, assessment and permitting can be a complicated process and the City encourages anyone contemplating a property purchase to seek legal assistance and the advice of professionals.
read more Understanding the Property Assessment and Inspection Process
Winter Activity Centre Open
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 - 9:00am
The Winter Activity Centre in the North Bank Lodge at Pippy Park is opening for the season at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
read more Winter Activity Centre Open
Universal Corporate Wear Supports REAL with Pink S...
Monday, January 17, 2022 - 3:45pm
You can support Pink Shirt Day and the REAL Program by purchasing pink t-shirts from Universal Corporate Wear. One dollar from every shirt sold will be donated to REAL.
read more Universal Corporate Wear Supports REAL with Pink Shirt Sales
Extending Holiday Cheer with Lights
Monday, January 10, 2022 - 11:30am
The City of St. John’s will be extending the Self-Guided Festival of Music and Lights and other holiday lights until January 31, 2022 to keep spirits bright.
read more Extending Holiday Cheer with Lights
Parking Bans Come in to Effect January 5
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 - 1:15pm
On-street parking ban outside the Downtown begins 12:30 a.m. January 5...
read more Parking Bans Come in to Effect January 5
New Year’s Eve Fireworks on Friday, Dec. 31 at 8 p...
Wednesday, December 29, 2021 - 9:45am
Join us for a speculator firework display over Quidi Vidi Lake at 8 p.m. this Friday, December 31.
read more New Year’s Eve Fireworks on Friday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m.
New Fireworks By-Law starts on New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 29, 2021 - 9:30am
A new Fireworks By-Law will come into effect in St. John’s on December 31.
read more New Fireworks By-Law starts on New Year’s Eve
Santa’s Got a Clear New Bag to be ready for Januar...
Thursday, December 23, 2021 - 1:15pm
Santa’s got a brand-new bag this year – and it’s clear why? Santa knows that on January 1, The City of St. John’s requires clear- colourless bags for garbage except for one privacy bag per week.
read more Santa’s Got a Clear New Bag to be ready for January 1
Registration Open: Winter Programs
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 - 4:15pm
Why not try something new this year? The City offers programs for all ages and abilities to be social, be creative or to get active.
read more Registration Open: Winter Programs
​$500 Awarded to East Point Elementary for IWALK
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 - 2:15pm
On Wednesday, Dec. 15, Deputy Mayor Sheilagh O’Leary presented a $500 cheque from the City of St. John’s to East Point Elementary, the winning school of the 2021 IWALK challenge.
read more ​$500 Awarded to East Point Elementary for IWALK
Trash Talk: Your Top Questions Answered about Clea...
Tuesday, December 14, 2021 - 3:15pm
Starting on Jan. 1, 2022, garbage put at the curb in St. John’s must be in clear, colourless bags - except for one 'privacy' bag per week that can be an opaque, non-transparent bag.
read more Trash Talk: Your Top Questions Answered about Clear Bags
Celebrate the Holidays at the Self-Guided Festival...
Friday, December 10, 2021 - 4:00pm
Ring in the holiday season with our 20th annual music and lights celebration at Bowring Park Duck Pond! This festival is on now from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. until January 6.
read more Celebrate the Holidays at the Self-Guided Festival of Music and Lights
Understanding Mill Rates and Taxation
Friday, December 3, 2021 - 10:00am
Questions and Answers on City revenue, tax bills and the upcoming budget...
read more Understanding Mill Rates and Taxation
Registration for Recreation Winter Programs: Decem...
Wednesday, December 1, 2021 - 3:45pm
Registration for recreation winter programs begins at 7 a.m. on Thursday, December 2, for residents of St. John’s.
read more Registration for Recreation Winter Programs: December 2
​Downtown Holiday Shop & Stroll Entertainment...
Friday, November 26, 2021 - 12:00pm
Enjoy free performances by musical entertainers, carolers, and some extra special guests that will put you in the holiday spirit at the first Downtown Holiday Shop & Stroll.
read more ​Downtown Holiday Shop & Stroll Entertainment Guide
Public Engagement Session: Budget 2022
Monday, November 22, 2021 - 12:00pm
Learn more about Budget 2022, and to contribute to the public engagement process. Register for an upcoming virtual event on Nov 25 at 7 p.m.
read more Public Engagement Session: Budget 2022
​Register for Ready, Set, Preschool
Monday, November 15, 2021 - 11:45am
Ready, Set, Preschool is a four-week preschool drop-in program! Parents and staff will lead children in story time, crafts and active play.
read more ​Register for Ready, Set, Preschool
Questions and Answers on the SJSEL Issue
Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - 8:45am
The attached questions and answers help to clarify some misinformation and questions we have been asked.
read more Questions and Answers on the SJSEL Issue
Housing Division Receives Luminary Award from take...
Thursday, November 4, 2021 - 3:00pm
On October 28, staff received a Luminary Award from takeCHARGE NL in the Leadership for an Organization category, during a virtual awards ceremony.
read more Housing Division Receives Luminary Award from takeCHARGE NL
Grant Applications Open
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 - 10:45am
Applications are now being accepted for the Community Services Grants program, and the Housing Catalyst Fund.
read more Grant Applications Open
Pumpkin Disposal
Tuesday, November 2, 2021 - 9:45am
Properly dispose of your pumpkin after Halloween – not in the garbage!
read more Pumpkin Disposal
Questions and Answers on SJSEL Workplace Investiga...
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 4:45pm
Based on the circumstances, the decision was made to suspend DSE from access to the building until the matter could be investigated...
read more Questions and Answers on SJSEL Workplace Investigation
Pumpkin Walk
Monday, October 25, 2021 - 12:15pm
Pumpkin Walk is a magnificent Halloween themed event for the entire family, and includes music and pop-up performances.
read more Pumpkin Walk

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