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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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Business Information Centre
Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 6:30pm
Our Welcome Centre offers support to those starting or operating a business in St. John's...
read more Business Information Centre
Economic Update
Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 6:30pm
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Our City, Our Story
Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 6:15pm
City's storytelling website shares personal reflections on how residents feel about living in St. John's...
read more Our City, Our Story
Neighbourhood Profiles
Thursday, July 16, 2020 - 6:00pm
Visit our neighbourhood profiles page for information on your community...
read more Neighbourhood Profiles
Water Street Pedestrian Mall Update
Friday, July 10, 2020 - 1:00pm
Opportunities for further improvement of the Pedestrian Mall are being explored to ensure the mall is inclusive and welcoming for all ages and abilities.
read more Water Street Pedestrian Mall Update
Update on City Services for July 10
Friday, July 10, 2020 - 10:45am
The Department of Municipal Affairs has approved the City’s request to observe a civic holiday on Monday, August 3, 2020 to replace the Regatta Day statutory holiday.
read more Update on City Services for July 10
Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, July 9, 2020 - 3:00pm
Due to the Orangemen’s Day holiday on Monday, July 13, most City offices and facilities will be closed. All Recreation centres and outdoor pools are open on Monday.
read more Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Update on Commercial Operations at Robin Hood Bay
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - 2:00pm
In light of the economic impact the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have, City of St. John’s Council has extended the planned increase on commercial tipping fees at the RHB Waste Management Facility.
read more Update on Commercial Operations at Robin Hood Bay
Correction: Municipal Tax Bills
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s recently mailed a portion of the 2020 Municipal Tax Bills showing an incorrect heading. Revised bills are being issued in the coming weeks.
read more Correction: Municipal Tax Bills
Council Extends Interest Relief and Expedites Appl...
Monday, July 6, 2020 - 3:45pm
The City of St. John’s has extended the interest free period on residential and commercial property taxes. Also, two changes have been made regarding development applications.
read more Council Extends Interest Relief and Expedites Application Process for Outdoor Spaces
SJRFD Celebrates 125 Years
Friday, July 3, 2020 - 3:30pm
The St. John’s Fire Department was originally established in 1895 under the Provincial Government to protect the citizens of St. John’s after the Great Fire of 1892.
read more SJRFD Celebrates 125 Years
Update on City Services for July 3
Friday, July 3, 2020 - 9:45am
City of St. John’s recreation facilities and community centre’s open Monday, July 6 for day camps and swims in indoor pools.The process to renew expired Residential Parking Permits is being finalized.
read more Update on City Services for July 3
Water Street Pedestrian Mall: Traffic and Parking...
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 - 4:00pm
The Water Street Pedestrian Mall will officially open to pedestrian traffic from noon to 10 p.m. daily, from Adelaide Street to Prescott Street, starting Friday, July 3
read more Water Street Pedestrian Mall: Traffic and Parking Impacts
Canada Day and Memorial Day City Schedule
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 - 10:30am
Due to the Canada Day and Memorial Day holiday on Wednesday, July 1, garbage and recycling will not be collected on Wednesday.
read more Canada Day and Memorial Day City Schedule
Sewer Backup Service Re-initiated
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 - 9:45am
Effective Tuesday, June 30 the City is re-initiating sewer backup service to residents.
read more Sewer Backup Service Re-initiated
Outdoor Pools to Open July 2
Monday, June 29, 2020 - 2:30pm
The City of St. John’s is pleased to announce that the outdoor pools at Bannerman and Bowring Park will open on July 2, for lane and “bubble” swimming only.
read more Outdoor Pools to Open July 2
Water Street Phase III Construction Complete
Friday, June 26, 2020 - 11:30am
Phase III of the Water Street Construction project between Ayre’s Cove and Clift’s Baird’s Cove is near completion. Two-way traffic will resume on Water Street by 10 a.m. on Monday, June 28.
read more Water Street Phase III Construction Complete
Update on City Services for June 25
Thursday, June 25, 2020 - 3:45pm
City services impacted at Alert Level 2...
read more Update on City Services for June 25
Fire Advisory Update from SJRFD
Thursday, June 25, 2020 - 10:30am
Open fires are permitted, however, check with your local municipality to confirm if a burning permit is required from the SJRFD.
read more Fire Advisory Update from SJRFD
SJRFD Deputy Chief Retires
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 10:30am
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department announce the retirement of Deputy Chief Rick Mackey, Deputy Chief of Operations.
read more SJRFD Deputy Chief Retires
Neighbourhood Profiles Now on Website
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 9:15am
The City is proud to launch a new mapping and neighbourhood profile feature at stjohns.ca. The new web application divides the city into 28 distinct areas.
read more Neighbourhood Profiles Now on Website
St. John’s Celebrates Canada Day Online for 2020
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 8:30am
The City of St. John’s is pleased to announce plans to celebrate Canada Day virtually for 2020.
read more St. John’s Celebrates Canada Day Online for 2020
St. John’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Friday, June 19, 2020 - 10:15am
Due to the St. John’s Day holiday on Monday, June 22, the City Council meeting regularly scheduled for Monday will take place on Tuesday, June 23 at 3 p.m.
read more St. John’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Update on City Services for June 18
Thursday, June 18, 2020 - 12:45pm
As the province is moving through the Alert Levels in response to COVID 19, impacts on City services are going to be announced as changes occur.
read more Update on City Services for June 18
Transportation Changes to Support Social Distancin...
Wednesday, June 17, 2020 - 10:15am
Early next week the city will implement on-street changes to provide additional space for residents to maintain physical distancing while on city streets.
read more Transportation Changes to Support Social Distancing to be Installed

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