St. John's News
March 05, 2019 - Engagement on the 2019 capital projects took place from February 12 to 26. Feedback from the engagement is now available as a 'What We Heard' document on engagestjohns.ca.
During public engagement on Budget 2019-2021, Council heard that residents wanted an opportunity to see and comment on the capital budget plan in advance of it being approved. The capital plan includes smaller, one-time investments in things such as fleet,...
March 04, 2019 - After a period of extensive writing and review, the Envision St. John’s Development Regulations are complete and will be presented at Council today for adoption-in-principle. Once Council formally adopts-in-principle the draft Municipal Plan and Development Regulations, the documents will be sent to Municipal Affairs for provincial review and release.
“Envision reflects the directions of Council on land use policies...
February 27, 2019 - The second phase of a five-year construction project to rehabilitate water and sewer infrastructure on Water Street will begin in early April between Bishop’s Cove and Ayre’s Cove and is anticipated to be completed by the end of June.
Two drop-in information sessions are scheduled for businesses, residents and property owners:
Tuesday, March 19 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Foran...
February 26, 2019 - The City of St. John’s congratulates the winners of the 2018 Athletes of the Year, announced at a reception held at St. John’s City Hall this evening.
Female Athlete of the Year
Maggie Connors
In 2018, hockey player Maggie Connors played for Team Canada at World Women’s Under-18 Championships in Dmitrov, Russia. There her team claimed a bronze medal, defeating Russia 5-1. Maggie finished the tournament...
February 18, 2019 - The built heritage in St. John’s is a significant part of our culture. Each year on Heritage Day, the third Monday in February, the City of St. John’s gives out our annual heritage awards, which recognize individuals, businesses and institutions for outstanding efforts in heritage restoration.
“Congratulations to each of the award recipients for their commitment to protecting our identity through smart heritage...
February 14, 2019 - The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind all residents of what measures to take before, during and after a storm. The following safety tips will help keep you and your family safe during a power outage.
Electrically connected smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms will not work when the power is out unless they have battery back-ups. Make sure your home has battery operated smoke alarms and carbon monoxide...
February 13, 2019 - Tourism is a key economic sector in Atlantic Canada that is creating good paying jobs, strengthening and diversifying our communities and boosting small businesses. The sector offers tremendous opportunity for further economic growth in the region.
The City of St. John’s and Destination St. John’s are capitalizing on this opportunity by undertaking new initiatives to attract more tourists to the...
February 12, 2019 - Today, St. John’s City Council launched an engagement process for the capital budget for 2019. The proposed plan includes nearly $20 million for capital projects.
“Following the successful engagement process for Budget 2019-2021, Council wants to provide an opportunity for the public to see our proposed capital projects for 2019 in advance of approving the plan,” explained Councillor Dave Lane Council lead for...
February 06, 2019 - The SJRFD and the St. John’s Firefighters Association Local 1075 are asking the community to “Block the Pockets” in our fire trucks on Sunday, February 10 in support of the Community Food Sharing Association.
We know firsthand, as firefighters, the impact and devastation that a fire can cause to individuals and the community at large. As proud Newfoundlanders, Labradorians and firefighters, we always reach...
February 06, 2019 - Economic performance in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA), as measured by real gross domestic product (GDP, increased by 1.0% to $17.1 billion in 2018 primarily due to an increase in oil production. Offshore oil production increased by 5.1% to 84.7 million barrels in 2018 as a full year of Hebron production offset declines at Hibernia and White Rose. Excluding the oil and gas industry, the CMA’s real GDP is...