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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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Accessibility and the Municipal Election
Monday, August 23, 2021 - 11:00am
The City of St. John’s municipal election is Tuesday, September 28. Accessibility and inclusion is an important part of the upcoming election.
read more Accessibility and the Municipal Election
Downtown this Weekend
Thursday, August 19, 2021 - 4:00pm
Enjoy the performances, information and entertainment at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall this weekend!
read more Downtown this Weekend
Housing is a Human Right
Wednesday, August 18, 2021 - 4:15pm
Affordable, adequate and accessible housing is essential to the health of individuals, our communities and in preventing homelessness.
read more Housing is a Human Right
Municipal Election: Candidate Information and Call...
Monday, August 16, 2021 - 2:15pm
Are you interested in running for City Council? The period for nominations to become a candidate is August 24 to 31.
read more Municipal Election: Candidate Information and Call for Nominations
Downtown this Weekend
Friday, August 13, 2021 - 10:30am
There's lots happening downtown this weekend - from Music @ Harbourside to activities and entertainment at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall to a pop-up vaccination clinic from Eastern Health!
read more Downtown this Weekend
Mayor Interviews St. John's Business Leaders
Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 9:00am
Did you know that high tech companies are making their mark from here in St. John's? Ocean success for PanGeo...
read more Mayor Interviews St. John's Business Leaders
Play Pickleball at Public Parks
Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 9:30am
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis; the City of St. John's has pickleball courts located in five City parks.
read more Play Pickleball at Public Parks
Funding in Place for 18 New Paratransit Vehicles
Monday, August 9, 2021 - 10:15am
Mayor Breen joins federal, provincial and municipal partners at announcement August 6...
read more Funding in Place for 18 New Paratransit Vehicles
Pop Up Entertainment at the Pedestrian Mall
Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 1:00pm
During your visit to the Pedestrian Mall this weekend check out some pop-up performances and entertainment on Duckworth Street and Water Street.
read more Pop Up Entertainment at the Pedestrian Mall
Election 2021: Check the Voters List
Friday, July 23, 2021 - 9:15am
The City is using vote by mail for the upcoming election on September 28. You should check the voters list to ensure you are registered to vote and verify your mailing address.
read more Election 2021: Check the Voters List
Big Data, Big Ideas
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 - 2:45pm
The 'Big Data, Big Ideas' project provides insights that can benefit municipalities, the business community, and other stakeholders.
read more Big Data, Big Ideas
Fast Facts on the New Basketball Deal for Mile One
Friday, July 16, 2021 - 2:45pm
...clarifying some misconceptions on the Board's dealings with the Edge and the Growlers.
read more Fast Facts on the New Basketball Deal for Mile One
Quidi Vidi Pedestrian Zone Pilot Begins July 16
Friday, July 16, 2021 - 11:30am
Access to the "inner gut" pedestrian only on weekends this summer.
read more Quidi Vidi Pedestrian Zone Pilot Begins July 16
Tax Receipt Tool at EngageStJohns.ca
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 - 10:00am
Curious about how your taxes pay for City programs and services?
read more Tax Receipt Tool at EngageStJohns.ca
Accessibility Update: Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Thursday, July 8, 2021 - 3:15pm
Accessibility and inclusion at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall is a work in progress and there is more work to do. Learn more...
read more Accessibility Update: Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Water Conservation at Splash Pads
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 - 10:00am
Water conservation is practiced at City splash pads as they use recirculated and retreated water and are set on a four-minute timer.
read more Water Conservation at Splash Pads
Property Tax Bills Mailed
Monday, July 5, 2021 - 8:45am
Details about taxation are available in the Your Property: Taxation page.
read more Property Tax Bills Mailed
Bench-Mark 'Welcome' Project
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 3:45pm
Local organizations from diverse backgrounds have left their ‘mark’ on Canada Day through an installment of hand painted benches. Each bench is a unique work of art, designed to welcome newcomers.
read more Bench-Mark 'Welcome' Project
Keep Safety in Your Sizzle
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 11:00am
A reminder to practice safe grilling this summer from the St. John's Regional Fire Department
read more Keep Safety in Your Sizzle
Reflection on Canada Day
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 - 2:30pm
On Canada Day, the City of St. John’s acknowledges the importance of working collectively to heal and to strengthen our country, for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples alike.
read more Reflection on Canada Day
Circular Economy and St. John's
Friday, June 25, 2021 - 8:30am
St. John's is one of 15 local governments selected to participate in the Canadian Circular Cities & Regions Initiative's Peer-to-Peer Network.
read more Circular Economy and St. John's
Outdoor Pools to Open July 2
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 9:45am
Outdoor pools at Bannerman and Bowring Park will open on Friday, July 2, for lane, leisure and everyone welcome swims.
read more Outdoor Pools to Open July 2
Our London Family
Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 8:30am
Members of Council and staff at the City of St. John’s denounce anti-Muslim sentiments and Islamophobia in our community
read more Our London Family
Understanding City Budgeting
Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 8:30am
Planning is underway for the 2022 budget with engagement opportunities to be announced soon.
read more Understanding City Budgeting
​Virtual Gardening Workshop with Tim Walsh
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 12:45pm
Join a free gardening workshop on June 23 at 7 p.m., brought to you by the City of St. John’s, MUN Botanical Garden, Food First NL & St. John’s Food Policy Council.
read more ​Virtual Gardening Workshop with Tim Walsh

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