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Budget 2016-18 Consultations Conclude With Roundta...

Friday, September 25, 2015 - 5:45pm

On Tuesday, Sept. 29 the public is invited to attend a roundtable discussion as part of the engagement process for the development of the City’s Budget 2016-18.

Celebrating Newfoundland and Labrador Irish Connec...

Tuesday, September 22, 2015 - 12:15pm

Today the City of St. John’s is hosting a civic reception for visitors from County Waterford, Ireland at the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation.

Refresh Water Street: Design Studio Open September...

Monday, September 14, 2015 - 4:00pm

From Monday to Friday, September 14 - 18, a design studio will be stationed at the Visitor/Business Information Centre, 348 Water Street.

City Welcomes Caribbean Colleagues

Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 3:30pm

Government representatives from the Caribbean and staff from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Caribbean Local Economic Program are visiting St. John’s and area this week.

Labour Day Holiday City Schedule

Wednesday, September 2, 2015 - 5:15pm

Due to the Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 7, all City offices and facilities will be closed. There is no waste collection on Labour Day.

Refresh Water Street; Engage and Share your ideas

Monday, August 24, 2015 - 1:30pm

The City is in the planning phase for the replacement of century-old infrastructure beneath Water Street, we want residents, visitors and businesses to share opinions and ideas for the street.

Water Street Exploratory Work Continues August 24

Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 6:45pm

Motorists, residents, and businesses are advised that beginning on Monday, August 24, the final phase of exploratory work on Water Street will be completed.

City Introduces Electronic Tendering System

Monday, August 10, 2015 - 6:00pm

The City of St. John’s will introduce a new Bids Opportunities site on September 17.

Regatta Day Holiday City Schedule

Monday, August 3, 2015 - 5:15pm

Residents are advised that due to the Royal St. John’s Regatta holiday all City offices are closed on Regatta Day. Garbage and recycling collections will continue as normal this week.

Artwork Installed at Convention Centre

Monday, August 3, 2015 - 2:00pm

As progress continues on the St. John’s Convention Centre, the City of St. John’s is pleased to announce that artwork commissioned for the Water Street-facing exterior façade has been installed.

City Council Approves Automated Garbage Collection

Tuesday, July 28, 2015 - 6:00pm

Yesterday, City Council voted to approve automated garbage collection for the City of St. John’s, to be rolled out over a three to five year period.

Join the Conversation; Visit the City's Engag...

Friday, July 24, 2015 - 6:15pm

Throughout the next few months the City of St. John’s will be ‘popping up’ at a variety of locations. Staff and members of City Council will be on hand to engage with residents on a variety of topics.

Secure and Cover: Enhanced Patrols and Enforcement

Thursday, July 23, 2015 - 1:30pm

The City of St. John’s, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador give an update on joint efforts to enforce regulations related to securing cargo loads.

Bowring Park Pool House Construction and Increased...

Tuesday, July 21, 2015 - 5:30pm

The general public are advised that due to ongoing construction of the new pool house in Bowring Park there is an increase in motor vehicle traffic throughout the park.

Grand Opening; Edgar Hartery Memorial Field

Thursday, July 16, 2015 - 1:15pm

The general public are invited to attend the grand opening of the Edgar Hartery Memorial Field, formerly known as the minor league field at St.Pat’s Ballpark, on Monday, July 20 at 5:30 p.m.

City Receives Excellent Rating on Strong Economic...

Wednesday, July 15, 2015 - 11:15am

The City of St. John’s has again received a positive credit rating of ‘A+’ from international credit rating agency Standard and Poor’s.

Economic Outlook 2015; Marginal Growth Expected

Tuesday, July 14, 2015 - 2:45pm

Economic growth in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) is expected to increase marginally this year; real GDP is forecast to grow by 0.3 per cent in 2015.

Exploratory Work Scheduled to Begin on Sunday

Thursday, July 9, 2015 - 7:30pm

Exploratory work on the water and sewer infrastructure on Water Street is scheduled to begin on Sunday July 12 at 11 p.m.

Orangeman's Day Holiday City Schedule

Thursday, July 9, 2015 - 3:30pm

Due to the Orangeman’s Day holiday on Monday, July 13, most City offices and facilities will be closed.

Exploratory Work Begins on Water Street

Tuesday, June 30, 2015 - 4:15pm

The City of St. John’s has hired a consultant to begin exploratory work on the water and sewer infrastructure on Water Street, beginning in early July, between Waldegrave Street and Job’s Cove.

Canada Day and Memorial Day Holiday City Schedule

Monday, June 29, 2015 - 5:30pm

Due to the Canada Day and Memorial Day holiday on Wednesday, July 1, all City offices and facilities, including the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility, will be closed.

Canada Day Celebrations 2015

Friday, June 26, 2015 - 4:30pm

St. John’s Celebrates Canada Day from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, July 1, with free events throughout the City.

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