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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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Senior Tax Reduction Automatically Extended
Thursday, July 14, 2022 - 11:30am
Those currently in receipt of the reduction will be automatically extended for tax year 2023.
read more Senior Tax Reduction Automatically Extended
Pool Schedule Changes due to Staffing Issue
Friday, July 8, 2022 - 11:00am
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 July 9.
read more Pool Schedule Changes due to Staffing Issue
Pet Safety Reminders for Motorists
Thursday, July 7, 2022 - 9:30am
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.
read more Pet Safety Reminders for Motorists
Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, July 7, 2022 - 9:00am
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. Garbage and recycling is going ahead on Monday.
read more Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Downtown Pedestrian Mall is Open
Thursday, June 30, 2022 - 11:15am
Today, members of City Council were joined by representatives from the provincial government, Downtown St. John’s, and the George Street Association, to declare the Downtown Pedestrian Mall open.
read more Downtown Pedestrian Mall is Open
Accessible Navigation and Wayfinding at the Downto...
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 11:45am
Today, the City of St. John’s in collaboration with CNIB Frontier Accessibility, a CNIB social enterprise, announced the launch of BlindSquare, a navigation tool being piloted at the Pedestrian Mall.
read more Accessible Navigation and Wayfinding at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Memorial Day and Canada Day City Schedule
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 10:45am
Due to the holiday on Fri. July 1, all City offices and facilities will be closed.
read more Memorial Day and Canada Day City Schedule
Reminder: New By-Law Restricts Dates and Times for...
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 - 1:45pm
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.
read more Reminder: New By-Law Restricts Dates and Times for Fireworks
What We Heard: Canada Drive Active Transportation...
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 - 9:45am
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.
read more What We Heard: Canada Drive Active Transportation and Road Safety Improvements
June Holiday City Schedule
Friday, June 24, 2022 - 9:45am
Due to the June Holiday on Mon. June 27, most City offices and facilities will be closed. Garbage and recycling will be collected on Monday.
read more June Holiday City Schedule
Canada Day and Memorial Day Events
Thursday, June 23, 2022 - 11:00am
Canada Day provides an opportunity for people to connect with each other and celebrate our community and country. In Newfoundland and Labrador, July 1 is also Memorial Day, a day of remembrance.
read more Canada Day and Memorial Day Events
Pedestrian-Only Zone to start in Quidi Vidi Villag...
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 - 11:15am
The City of St. John’s will be implementing a pedestrian-only zone in Quidi Vidi Village over weekends in the summer starting on July 1 until September 5, 2022.
read more Pedestrian-Only Zone to start in Quidi Vidi Village on July 1
Association for New Canadians Photography Exhibit...
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 - 10:30am
The City of St. John's invites the public to recognize World Refugee Day by viewing a new photography exhibit by the Association for New Canadians (ANC) in Wyatt Hall, City Hall.
read more Association for New Canadians Photography Exhibit at City Hall
Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Transportation and Parki...
Monday, June 20, 2022 - 2:30pm
The Downtown Pedestrian Mall opens on Thu. June 30, from noon to 10 p.m. daily, until September 5.
read more Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Transportation and Parking
Braga Delegates Visit St. John’s
Monday, June 20, 2022 - 10:15am
Today, the City of St. John’s will host three delegates from the City of Braga, Portugal, until June 22. This study visit is part of the EU's International Urban and Regional Cooperation program.
read more Braga Delegates Visit St. John’s
Outdoor Pools and Splash Pads Open on July 2
Friday, June 17, 2022 - 9:15am
Outdoor pools at Bannerman Park and Bowring Park will open on Sat. July 2, for lane, leisure and everyone welcome swims.
read more Outdoor Pools and Splash Pads Open on July 2
Kenmount Road Asphalt Paving Starts Next Week
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 11:45am
As part of the Kenmount Road Trunk Storm Sewer Upgrading project, we will be paving Kenmount Road from Pippy Place to the Team Gushue Highway Overpass starting next week until July 25.
read more Kenmount Road Asphalt Paving Starts Next Week
City Launches New Web Page for Planning Applicatio...
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 9:30am
The City of St. John’s launched a new web page today for planning applications, where the public will have opportunity to provide input and can view the status of an application online.
read more City Launches New Web Page for Planning Applications
Inclusion and Accessibility Orientation for Busine...
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 9:15am
A free inclusion and accessibility orientation is available virtually for business who are interested in learning how to create welcoming, inclusive and accessible spaces for customers and visitors.
read more Inclusion and Accessibility Orientation for Businesses
Residential Re-Leaf Tree Planting: Vouchers Availa...
Monday, June 13, 2022 - 10:00am
The City has re-opened the Residential Re-Leaf program, where St. John's residents can apply for a $200 tree voucher towards the purchase of a tree to plant on their property.
read more Residential Re-Leaf Tree Planting: Vouchers Available
Cruise Season Begins with the Ocean Endeavour
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 - 3:15pm
The City of St. John’s together with the St. John’s Port Authority and industry partners are pleased to announce the 2022 cruise season begins on June 12 with the arrival of the Ocean Endeavour.
read more Cruise Season Begins with the Ocean Endeavour
Council Extends Condolences on the Passing of Chri...
Monday, June 6, 2022 - 2:00pm
It is with deep sadness that St. John’s City Council acknowledge the death of Christopher Pratt, Canadian painter and artist.
read more Council Extends Condolences on the Passing of Christopher Pratt
Music @ Concerts Return
Friday, June 3, 2022 - 10:30am
After two years of virtual and modified events, the popular Music @ concert series returns with 14 live shows scheduled from June to October.
read more Music @ Concerts Return
Economic Outlook 2022
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - 9:30am
Most economic indicators in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan (CMA) are expected to show growth in 2022 as the economic recovery continues from COVID-19 shutdowns.
read more Economic Outlook 2022
Annual Streets Rehabilitation Program Underway
Monday, May 30, 2022 - 2:15pm
The City of St. John’s Annual Streets Rehabilitation Program is now underway and will continue to late fall 2022. Roads and sidewalks throughout the city will be impacted.
read more Annual Streets Rehabilitation Program Underway

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