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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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Celebrate HIGH FIVE™ Accreditation
Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 1:30pm
The Recreation Division has received HIGH FIVE™ Accreditation, the highest level of quality & safety in children's sport and recreation programs. To celebrate, free community events are being offered.
read more Celebrate HIGH FIVE™ Accreditation
Good Friday and St. George's Day Holiday City...
Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 5:00pm
Due to the Good Friday holiday on April 19 and St. George’s Day holiday on Monday, April 22, most City offices and facilities will be closed.
read more Good Friday and St. George's Day Holiday City Schedule
Veteran's Square Pilot Project to Become Perm...
Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 2:00pm
Today, during Committee of the Whole, an update was provided regarding the permanent installation of the Veteran’s Square Reconfiguration originally piloted from August 14 to November 16, 2017.
read more Veteran's Square Pilot Project to Become Permanent
2018 Traffic Pilot Projects: Feedback Wanted
Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 12:15pm
A public survey is now open as part of the City’s evaluation of two traffic pilot projects that were implemented in 2018: Rawlins Cross Traffic Circle and Ladysmith Drive at Kiwanis Street Crosswalk.
read more 2018 Traffic Pilot Projects: Feedback Wanted
Municipal Audit Function Review
Monday, April 15, 2019 - 7:45pm
Today, Council voted to fully accept all recommendations outlined in the Municipal Audit Function Review Report. The report recommends ways the City can enhance the current Internal Audit Function.
read more Municipal Audit Function Review
Parking Strategy Update: Cashless Meters and Pay S...
Monday, April 15, 2019 - 3:15pm
Today, the City will issue a Negotiable Request for Proposals (NRFP) for supply of new meters, pay stations, and services to support these and other aspects of the Paid Parking Management Strategy.
read more Parking Strategy Update: Cashless Meters and Pay Stations
SJRFD: Open Air Burning Safety
Thursday, April 11, 2019 - 12:45pm
Should you wish to clear any land or burn any brush, the St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) wishes to remind all citizens that a permit is required for open air burning.
read more SJRFD: Open Air Burning Safety
Accepting Applications for Cat Neuter Program
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 - 4:30pm
Residents of St. John’s who are seeking financial assistance to neuter their male cat can apply to the City’s cat neuter assistance program.
read more Accepting Applications for Cat Neuter Program
Annual Volunteer Awards Presented
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 - 12:45pm
Today, over 100 volunteers attended a Volunteer Week reception at the Signal Hill Campus of Memorial University, an annual event hosted by the City in partnership with MUN Student Volunteer Bureau.
read more Annual Volunteer Awards Presented
Engagement: Kenmount Terrace Community Centre Prog...
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 - 3:15pm
The Kenmount Terrace Community Centre will be opening to the public soon. Starting April 15, the City is conducting engagement sessions at the Centre to talk about program offerings.
read more Engagement: Kenmount Terrace Community Centre Programming
Capital Budget Announced for 2019
Monday, April 1, 2019 - 7:30pm
Today, St. John’s City Council voted to approve the capital budget for 2019. The plan includes approximately $24 million for capital projects.
read more Capital Budget Announced for 2019
Watermain Rehabilitation Work in Rabbittown
Monday, April 1, 2019 - 6:00pm
The watermain in the Rabbittown area is scheduled for cleaning and structural lining from April to August 2019. This is a continuation of the 2018 watermain lining project.
read more Watermain Rehabilitation Work in Rabbittown
Residential Parking Permit Fee Increase
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 - 5:45pm
The Residential on-street Parking Permit fee will increase from $15 per year to $27.50 per year on Monday, April 1, 2019.
read more Residential Parking Permit Fee Increase
The Loop to Close March 29
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 - 1:30pm
Due to the warming trend expected at the end of this week, The Loop will be closing for the season on Friday, March 29.
read more The Loop to Close March 29
Winter Overnight Parking Restrictions Lifted
Monday, March 25, 2019 - 7:00pm
The City has lifted the city-wide overnight parking restrictions as well as the late-night parking restriction in the downtown.
read more Winter Overnight Parking Restrictions Lifted
Council Awards $1.5 Million in Grants and Funds
Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - 12:45pm
The City of St. John’s Council has formally approved recipients of Community Grants and the Housing Catalyst Fund for 2019. A total of $1,509,100 has been awarded.
read more Council Awards $1.5 Million in Grants and Funds
City’s new Strategic Plan Coming to Committee of t...
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - 4:30pm
On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, Council will release to the public the City’s new strategic plan at Committee of the Whole. ‘Our City, Our Future’ sets a vision for the next three years.
read more City’s new Strategic Plan Coming to Committee of the Whole
St. Patrick's Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, March 14, 2019 - 4:00pm
Due to St. Patrick’s Day holiday all City offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, March 18. Garbage and recycling collection is unaffected by the holiday.
read more St. Patrick's Day Holiday City Schedule
City of St. John's Implements Interim GoBus R...
Thursday, March 14, 2019 - 12:00pm
As part of the ongoing review of public transit, the Transportation Commission asked has received preliminary recommendations to address rising costs and issues with the GoBus system.
read more City of St. John's Implements Interim GoBus Recommendation
Change Time, Change Batteries
Friday, March 8, 2019 - 7:15pm
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind you that as you change your clocks this weekend, change the batteries in your smoke detectors and CO alarms.
read more Change Time, Change Batteries
What We Heard on the Capital Budget Now Available
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 - 6:30pm
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.
read more What We Heard on the Capital Budget Now Available
Envision Development Regulations to be Adopted in...
Monday, March 4, 2019 - 6:30pm
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.
read more Envision Development Regulations to be Adopted in Principle
Water Street Project: Information Sessions Planned
Wednesday, February 27, 2019 - 1:15pm
The second phase of a five-year construction project to rehabilitate water and sewer infrastructure on Water Street will begin in early April. Two drop-in information sessions are scheduled.
read more Water Street Project: Information Sessions Planned
2018 Athletes of the Year Awarded
Tuesday, February 26, 2019 - 10:45pm
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.
read more 2018 Athletes of the Year Awarded
Heritage Award Winners
Monday, February 18, 2019 - 7:45pm
Congratulations to each of the award recipients for their commitment to protecting our identity through smart heritage development.
read more Heritage Award Winners

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