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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 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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ChillFest: St. John’s Winter Celebration
Monday, February 8, 2021 - 9:45am
Celebrate winter with free activities taking place Feb.19 to 21. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most ChillFest events for 2021 are taking place virtually.
read more ChillFest: St. John’s Winter Celebration
Deadline Extended: Bannerman Park Canteen Lease Op...
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s has issued an extension for the Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a tenant for food/beverage service at the Bannerman Park Canteen.
read more Deadline Extended: Bannerman Park Canteen Lease Opportunity
Council Statement: Mile One
Monday, February 1, 2021 - 1:45pm
Consultant’s Report on the Sale of Mile One Now with Council; Release to Public Anticipated in Three Weeks
read more Council Statement: Mile One
Winter Storms and Power Outages
Friday, January 29, 2021 - 2:15pm
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department reminds residents of what measures to take before, during and after a storm.
read more Winter Storms and Power Outages
Public Engagement: Kelly’s Brook Shared Use Path
Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 11:00am
The public consultation process for Kelly’s Brook Shared-Use Path is now underway. A variety of engagement tools will be used to consult with residents and the city’s advisory committees.
read more Public Engagement: Kelly’s Brook Shared Use Path
Committee of the Whole Update
Friday, January 22, 2021 - 11:30am
Committee of the Whole (COTW) meetings are now scheduled to take place every other Wednesday starting at 9:30 a.m.
read more Committee of the Whole Update
Winter Activity Centre Now Open
Friday, January 22, 2021 - 10:30am
The Winter Activity Centre in the North Bank Lodge at Pippy Park is opening for the season at 1 p.m. today (Friday, Jan. 22).
read more Winter Activity Centre Now Open
Fines for Parking Violations are Increased
Monday, January 18, 2021 - 10:45am
As part of Budget 2021, fines for parking violations were increased. Amendments to several city by-laws were required before these increases could come into effect.
read more Fines for Parking Violations are Increased
Citizen Satisfaction Up Significantly Since First...
Wednesday, January 13, 2021 - 9:15am
At the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 13, Council received a report outlining the results of the City’s 2020 Citizen Satisfaction Survey.
read more Citizen Satisfaction Up Significantly Since First Survey In 2018
Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Monday, January 11, 2021 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s is accepting nominations for the 2021 Heritage Awards. Nominations are due by Friday, February 5.
read more Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Waste Collection Routes Changing February 1
Friday, January 8, 2021 - 9:15am
Beginning February 1, 2021, approximately 15,000 households will have a new or modified collection day.
read more Waste Collection Routes Changing February 1
Virtual Event for Newcomers Planned
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 - 9:30am
On January 11 and 12 at 11 a.m., the St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership is hosting a YouTube premiere event for newcomers to the city of St. John’s.
read more Virtual Event for Newcomers Planned
Consumer Fireworks Program
Thursday, December 24, 2020 - 11:00am
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department advises that the Consumer Fireworks Program requires all vendors who sell fireworks to have persons on staff that are certified to sell consumer fireworks.
read more Consumer Fireworks Program
Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
Monday, December 21, 2020 - 12:45pm
Due to the upcoming holidays all City offices and facilities are closed at noon on Thursday, Dec. 24, re-opening on Tuesday, Dec. 29; and, at noon on Thursday, Dec. 31, re-opening on Monday, Jan. 4.
read more Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
​ The Loop is Open with COVID Requirements
Friday, December 18, 2020 - 8:30am
The Loop at Bannerman Park opens Friday, Dec. 18, 2020 and remains open for the 2020-21 season daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. when conditions are favourable.
read more ​ The Loop is Open with COVID Requirements
Receive Notice of 24-Hour Parking Restrictions
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 - 11:00am
The goal of the 24-Hour Parking Restriction is to remove vehicles from on-street parking to enhance the efficiency of snow clearing operations.
read more Receive Notice of 24-Hour Parking Restrictions
New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Holiday Events
Monday, December 14, 2020 - 3:30pm
The City of St. John’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display will occur at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31 over Quidi Vidi Lake.
read more New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Holiday Events
What We Heard: Rennies River Flood Mitigation Proj...
Friday, December 11, 2020 - 10:30am
What We Heard (WWH) during public engagement for a proposed flood mitigation construction project along parts of Rennies River is now available.
read more What We Heard: Rennies River Flood Mitigation Project Phase Two
Council Statement: Railway Coastal Museum Closure
Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 11:15am
St. John’s City Council is listening to the public’s concerns regarding the closure of the Railway Coastal Museum. The decision to close the museum was not made lightly.
read more Council Statement: Railway Coastal Museum Closure
The Loop: Ice Making and COVID-19 Guidelines
Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 9:45am
City staff have begun the ice making at The Loop; however, it is not suitable for skating at this time. Due to COVID-19 guidelines the number of attendees at The Loop will be restricted.
read more The Loop: Ice Making and COVID-19 Guidelines
Don't Let Safety Take a Holiday - Stay Fire S...
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 - 5:30pm
Fire safety is important at any time of the year, but with the extra distractions of Christmas it is especially important to be vigilant.
read more Don't Let Safety Take a Holiday - Stay Fire Safe this Christmas
Budget 2021 Balanced with No Property Tax Increase
Monday, December 7, 2020 - 3:30pm
The City budget was balanced at $312,526,525 through a mixture of spending reductions, fee increases and one-time investments...
read more Budget 2021 Balanced with No Property Tax Increase
Construction Permit Counter Moving to the Annex
Thursday, December 3, 2020 - 10:45am
Effective Monday, January 4, 2021 the Construction Permit Counter located at Access St. John’s (first floor of City Hall), will be relocating across the street to the Inspection Services Division.
read more Construction Permit Counter Moving to the Annex
Lease Opportunity: Bannerman Park Canteen
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 - 1:30pm
The City of St. John’s has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a tenant for food/beverage service at the Bannerman Park Canteen, formerly operated by Beavertails.
read more Lease Opportunity: Bannerman Park Canteen
Winter Parking Restrictions
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 - 2:45pm
Winter parking restrictions vary depending on where you park your vehicle. Learn more...
read more Winter Parking Restrictions

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