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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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Achieving Balance Key Theme for Budget 2022
Monday, December 13, 2021 - 4:00pm
Today, the City of St. John’s released the details of Budget 2022 which includes measures to address a projected $13M deficit without any reductions in service and targeted investments in key areas.
read more Achieving Balance Key Theme for Budget 2022
Pay By Phone Expanding to Water Street as Pay Stat...
Friday, December 10, 2021 - 9:30am
To encourage parking turnover and generate parking revenue, PayByPhone is being expanded to Water Street in January 2022, from Adelaide Street to Cochrane Street.
read more Pay By Phone Expanding to Water Street as Pay Station Roll out on Hold
Metrobus Zip Network Begins in New Year
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 - 9:15am
Today, St. John’s City Council announced funding and improvements to public transportation in St. John’s with the launch of Zip Network, which will improve offerings and increase frequency on multiple
read more Metrobus Zip Network Begins in New Year
SJSEL Announcement Regarding CEO
Monday, December 6, 2021 - 4:00pm
Ms. Sheena McCrate, Chief Executive Officer of SJSEL, is leaving the organization...
read more SJSEL Announcement Regarding CEO
​2025 Canada Games Host Society Appoints Karen She...
Friday, December 3, 2021 - 9:15am
The Board of Directors for the 2025 Canada Games Host Society in St. John’s has appointed Karen Sherriffs as Chief Executive Officer. Sherriffs will take on the role effective early 2022.
read more ​2025 Canada Games Host Society Appoints Karen Sherriffs as Chief Executive Officer
​Winter Parking Restrictions
Wednesday, December 1, 2021 - 9:15am
From December 1 to March 31 parking is prohibited 24 hours a day on streets designated as ‘No Parking Snow Route. Learn more about winter parking restrictions.
read more ​Winter Parking Restrictions
Give the Gift of Play
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 - 12:15pm
This holiday season consider giving the gift of play to a child in need by donating to the REAL Program. It’s easy to donate: online, by telephone or in-person.
read more Give the Gift of Play
What We Heard: Public Engagement for City-Owned Va...
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 - 9:45am
The City's 10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy outlines a commitment to identify city-owned vacant land for potential redevelopment as affordable housing. See the results of public engagement...
read more What We Heard: Public Engagement for City-Owned Vacant Land as Affordable Housing
Self-Guided Festival of Music and Lights
Monday, November 29, 2021 - 11:00am
Ring in the holiday season with our 20th annual music and lights celebration at Bowring Park Duck Pond.
read more Self-Guided Festival of Music and Lights
2025 Canada Summer Games Host Society Announce Boa...
Friday, November 26, 2021 - 10:45am
The 2025 Canada Games Host Society Co-Chairs, Kim Keating and Karl Smith, are thrilled to announce the Board of Directors for the 2025 Canada Games in St. John’s.
read more 2025 Canada Summer Games Host Society Announce Board of Directors
Clear Bags for Garbage starts in 2022
Friday, November 26, 2021 - 9:15am
Starting on January 1, 2022, garbage put at the curb must be in clear, colourless bags - except for one 'privacy' bag per week.
read more Clear Bags for Garbage starts in 2022
Public Engagement: Resilient St. John’s Community...
Wednesday, November 24, 2021 - 9:45am
The City is launching the second and final stage of public consultation for the Resilient St. John’s Community Climate Plan. Attend the virtual info session Dec. 2.
read more Public Engagement: Resilient St. John’s Community Climate Plan
​SJSEL and DSE Reach Joint Agreement
Tuesday, November 23, 2021 - 12:00pm
The agreement is for the return of the Newfoundland Growlers to the Mary Brown’s Centre
read more ​SJSEL and DSE Reach Joint Agreement
Public Engagement: Long Pond Flow Control Structur...
Tuesday, November 23, 2021 - 10:45am
To help reduce downstream flooding impacts, the City is proposing construction of a flow control structure across the outlet of Long Pond.
read more Public Engagement: Long Pond Flow Control Structure and Flood Mitigation Project
​Freedom of the City Conferred on Rotary Clubs
Monday, November 22, 2021 - 2:15pm
We acknowledge, with gratitude, the outstanding contributions of Rotary for 100 years of community service...
read more ​Freedom of the City Conferred on Rotary Clubs
H.G.R. Mews Centre Replacement: Project Update
Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 1:00pm
Construction for the new community centre in Mundy Pond Park, to replace the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre began in September and is well underway.
read more H.G.R. Mews Centre Replacement: Project Update
Downtown Holiday Shop and Stroll is Happening Soon
Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 11:45am
Celebrate the merriest time of the year at the first Downtown Holiday Shop and Stroll event happening from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday starting on Nov. 27 to Dec. 11, 2021.
read more Downtown Holiday Shop and Stroll is Happening Soon
Council Chambers to Reopen to Public with Limited...
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 2:45pm
Effective Monday, November 22, 2021, the public gallery at St. John’s City Council will reopen with limited capacity and health and safety protocols in place.
read more Council Chambers to Reopen to Public with Limited Capacity
Statement on Workplace Investigation: 2017-2019
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 2:45pm
The City of St. John’s confirms that it received inquiries from reporters on November 17 and 18 regarding a confidential and internal investigation...
read more Statement on Workplace Investigation: 2017-2019
What We Heard (to date) on Budget Engagement
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 10:45am
Since July, the City of St. John’s has been engaging with the public and key stakeholders on budget plans for 2022. Read the What We Heard document online.
read more What We Heard (to date) on Budget Engagement
What We Heard: Downtown Pedestrian Mall Public Eng...
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 9:15am
What We Heard during public engagement for the Downtown Pedestrian Mall is now available.
read more What We Heard: Downtown Pedestrian Mall Public Engagement
Election 2021: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 3:15pm
The campaign contributions and expenses disclosure statements for the 2021 City of St. John’s Municipal Election are now available online.
read more Election 2021: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
​St. John’s Recognizes National Housing Day
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 11:15am
National Housing Day (November 22) raises awareness that having a safe, secure home is a basic human right and a key pathway out of poverty.
read more ​St. John’s Recognizes National Housing Day
City Council Approves Taxi Rate Increase
Monday, November 15, 2021 - 12:15pm
At the request of the local taxi industry, City Council voted in favour of a 23% increase in taxi fares, during a City Council meeting. The implementation date for the increase is set for January 3.
read more City Council Approves Taxi Rate Increase
Kenmount Road Construction Complete
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - 3:00pm
The final phase of the multi-year Kenmount Road Trunk Storm Sewer project that began in 2018 is now complete, with one final layer of surface asphalt to be placed in the spring of 2022.
read more Kenmount Road Construction Complete

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