St. John's News
July 14, 2022 - The City of St. John’s wishes to advise residents who are currently in receipt of the 2022 Senior Citizen Tax Reduction that the discount will be automatically extended for tax year 2023. Normally, residents who meet the eligibility criteria must apply annually for the reduction.
Seniors who wish to apply for this discount for the first time must provide confirmation from Service Canada and complete our application...
July 08, 2022 - Due to a shortage of lifeguard staff, swimming pool hours at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre are being reduced. The pool will close to the public at 1 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, beginning Sat. July 9. The steam room and sauna will not be available when the pool is closed on weekends.
The city apologizes for this disruption in service, and staff are actively working to recruit lifeguard staff as soon as possible, view current job...
July 07, 2022 - The City of St. John's Humane Services and the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) are reminding motorists about the importance of pet safety this summer. If you are driving with your pet, they must be secured properly in the vehicle. If you are parking your vehicle, please do not leave your pet unattended in a hot car.
“It’s important for all residents to keep safety top of mind when travelling this summer, and this...
July 07, 2022 - Due to the Orangemen’s Day holiday on Mon. July 11, the City Council meeting will take place on Tues. July 12 at 3 p.m.
Please note the following:
Garbage and recycling will be collected on Monday.
The Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility is open for commercial users only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
All City parking by-laws are still in effect including paid parking regulations as Monday is not a Shops Closing holiday...
June 30, 2022 - Today, members of City Council were joined by representatives from the provincial government, Downtown St. John’s, and the George Street Association, to officially declare the Downtown Pedestrian Mall open for the summer season.
“Today, we celebrate the third year of our wonderful and iconic Downtown Pedestrian Mall event, alongside our community, business and government partners,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “It...
June 29, 2022 - Today, the City of St. John’s in collaboration with CNIB Frontier Accessibility, a CNIB social enterprise, announced the launch of BlindSquare, an accessible navigation and wayfinding tool being piloted at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. The iPhone app is designed for individuals with low vision or blindness, or any person who may benefit from a wayfinding tool to navigate the mall safely.
BlindSquare’s self-voicing...
June 29, 2022 - Due to the holiday on Fri. July 1, all City offices and facilities will be closed.
Please note the following:
Garbage and recycling will not be collected on Friday. Collection for Area 5 will take place on Sat. July 2. See schedule below.
Robin Hood Bay Waste Management facility is closed to residential and commercial users.
All City parking by-laws are still in effect, however paid parking regulations will not be enforced as...
June 28, 2022 - As Canada Day approaches, residents of St. John’s are reminded of a new Fireworks By-Law which states that family fireworks are only allowed on Canada Day from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. the following day.
Family fireworks consists of low-hazard fireworks used for recreational use. The By-Law also sets out rules and restrictions on the way family fireworks can be discharged that include:
Must be 18 years and older to discharge...
June 28, 2022 - The City of St. John’s has released the summary of ‘What We Heard’ (WWH) during public engagement for the Canada Drive Active Transportation and Road Safety Improvements project.
The City shared two concepts to improve active transportation and road safety on Canada Drive and collected feedback on both options.
Public engagement took place between April 26 and May 31 during which time there were 793 visits to...
June 24, 2022 - Due to the June Holiday on Mon. June 27, most City offices and facilities will be closed. The weekly City Council meeting will take place on Tues. June 28 at 3 p.m.
Please note the following:
Garbage and recycling will be collected on Monday.
The Robin Hood Bay Waste Management facility is open for commercial users only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
All City parking by-laws are still in effect including paid parking regulations as...