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Traffic Delays and Detours in Goulds and Kilbride...

Thursday, September 16, 2021 - 9:15am

The City of St. John’s wishes to advise residents and travelers to expect traffic delays and detours from September 20 to November 30 along Main Road in Goulds, and Bay Bulls Road in Kilbride.

read more Traffic Delays and Detours in Goulds and Kilbride as City Completes Sanitary Sewer Upgrade

Options for Tree Debris

Sunday, September 12, 2021 - 5:00pm

To accommodate the significant amount of tree debris, on Monday, Sept. 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. residents may also bring tree debris only to the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility.

read more Options for Tree Debris

Hurricane Larry Update

Saturday, September 11, 2021 - 8:30am

Hurricane Larry caused a significant amount of tree and property damage throughout the City of St. John’s. Residents are asked to avoid travel unless for essential reasons.

read more Hurricane Larry Update

Vote by Mail Kits Delivered

Friday, September 10, 2021 - 12:15pm

Vote by Mail kits have been inducted into the mail system and should be received by residents who registered to vote before Friday, Sept. 17.

read more Vote by Mail Kits Delivered

Economic Outlook 2021

Thursday, September 9, 2021 - 2:30pm

Most economic indicators are expected to post increases this year in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) as activity has, for the most part, rebounded from COVID-19 shutdowns.

read more Economic Outlook 2021

Basketball Lease Signed for Five Years

Thursday, September 9, 2021 - 9:00am

Councillor Jamie Korab announces that a lease agreement has been reached with 2001 Investments Limited, bringing a a new professional basketball team to Mile One Centre this fall.

read more Basketball Lease Signed for Five Years

Senior Citizen Tax Reduction Automatically Extende...

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 10:30am

The City of St. John’s wishes to advise residents who are currently in receipt of the 2021 Senior Citizen Tax Reduction that the discount will be automatically extended for tax year 2022.

read more Senior Citizen Tax Reduction Automatically Extended

After Years of Development and Engagement, Envisio...

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 - 3:00pm

Envision St. John’s Municipal Plan and Development Regulations were given final approval by Council today and are now being forwarded to the Provincial Government.

read more After Years of Development and Engagement, Envision Receives Final Approval

Downtown Pedestrian Mall and Quidi Vidi Pilot Proj...

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 - 9:00am

Public engagement to collect feedback on the Pedestrian Mall, and the Quidi Vidi pedestrian zone is now open.

read more Downtown Pedestrian Mall and Quidi Vidi Pilot Project: Public Engagement

Municipal Election: Official Candidate List

Thursday, September 2, 2021 - 10:00am

The nomination period for the upcoming municipal election was August 24 to 31. The official candidate list is now available.

read more Municipal Election: Official Candidate List

Labour Day Holiday City Schedule

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - 3:15pm

Due to the Labour Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 6 all City offices and facilities will be closed. Waste and recycling will not be collected on Monday.

read more Labour Day Holiday City Schedule

Statement from St. John’s City Council

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - 2:30pm

The harassment that is being experienced by Ophelia Ravencroft is completely unacceptable. The public should have the utmost respect for all candidates who are putting their names forward.

read more Statement from St. John’s City Council

Notice of Candidates

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - 5:15pm

Mayor Danny Breen, Deputy Mayor Sheilagh O’Leary and Councillor Ian Froude (Ward 4) have won by acclamation their respective seats which were uncontested during the nomination process.

read more Notice of Candidates

Seniors Week 2021

Friday, August 27, 2021 - 10:00am

Seniors’ Week offers a full week of free programming which includes virtual and in-person information sessions, bingo, swimming and fitness opportunities. Registration is required.

read more Seniors Week 2021

Drain Swimming Pools Properly

Thursday, August 26, 2021 - 11:00am

Chemicals used to disinfect swimming pools and hot tubs are toxic to aquatic organisms and can be harmful to the natural environment.

read more Drain Swimming Pools Properly

Growlers and SJSEL Sign Lease Agreement

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 - 10:30am

A three-year lease has been reached; hockey returning to Mile One in 2021

read more Growlers and SJSEL Sign Lease Agreement

Technical Issues Dialing 311

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 - 3:15pm

Due to technical issues beyond the City’s control, some callers may receive an error message when dialing 311. You can still reach Access St. John’s by calling 754-CITY (2489).

read more Technical Issues Dialing 311

Call for Nominations: August 24 to 31

Monday, August 16, 2021 - 11:45am

The nomination period for the upcoming Municipal Election is from August 24 to 31.

read more Call for Nominations: August 24 to 31

What We Heard on Naturalization

Thursday, August 12, 2021 - 11:45am

Based on feedback, next week work will begin in Buckmaster's Circle & Mundy Pond Park, and a virtual information session will be held for Denis Lawlor Park in Airport Heights.

read more What We Heard on Naturalization

What We Heard: Heritage By-Law

Thursday, August 12, 2021 - 10:30am

At the August 25 meeting of the Committee of the Whole, Council will consider the feedback received and make any necessary adjustments prior to the approval of the Heritage By-Law.

read more What We Heard: Heritage By-Law

Mask Mandate and City Facilities

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 1:00pm

At this time, the City of St. John's continues to require masks be worn by staff, and encourages the public to also wear masks, at all indoor City facilities.

read more Mask Mandate and City Facilities

What We Heard on City’s Healthy City Strategy

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 11:15am

The top five ranked issues for participants were safety; mental and physical health; access to food; parks and green spaces; and affordable housing.

read more What We Heard on City’s Healthy City Strategy

Regatta Day Holiday City Schedule

Monday, August 2, 2021 - 10:00am

The Royal St. John’s Regatta is set to occur on Wednesday, August 4; some City services and facilities are closed whichever day the Royal St. John’s Regatta occurs.

read more Regatta Day Holiday City Schedule

Rapid Housing Project Funding Announced

Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 11:30am

The Honourable Seamus O’Regan, and Sheilagh O’Leary, Deputy Mayor of St. John’s, today announced $5 million to create an estimated 14 new affordable homes for individuals and families in St. John’s.

read more Rapid Housing Project Funding Announced

Public Engagement on Naturalization Projects

Monday, July 26, 2021 - 1:30pm

The City would like to hear from the neighbourhood residents on what considerations we should keep in mind in the process of naturalizing three areas.

read more Public Engagement on Naturalization Projects

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