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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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Residential Re-Leaf Tree Planting Returns
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 - 11:00am
The Residential Re-Leaf program, in which St. John's residents can apply for a $200 tree voucher towards the purchase of a tree for their property, has re-opened.
read more Residential Re-Leaf Tree Planting Returns
Public Engagement: Affordable Housing Waterford Br...
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 - 10:15am
Public engagement is underway to collect feedback from the community regarding City-owned land at 375 Waterford Bridge Road and 245 Forest Road.
read more Public Engagement: Affordable Housing Waterford Bridge Road and Forest Road
Council Statement: Clarification Regarding Lease A...
Monday, July 19, 2021 - 4:30pm
When SJSEL negotiates lease agreements for use of Mile One, part of its role is to ensure that the City, and residents are not held responsible for the debts of external groups, such as sports teams.
read more Council Statement: Clarification Regarding Lease Agreements with Sports Teams
Council Statement: Naturalization Carbon Sequestra...
Monday, July 19, 2021 - 4:00pm
The trees currently being placed in City Parks are part of an initiative to naturalize areas to reduce our carbon footprint. Since the project began, some neighbourhoods have expressed concerns.
read more Council Statement: Naturalization Carbon Sequestration
Register to Vote
Monday, July 19, 2021 - 12:30pm
If you are a resident of the City of St. John’s, who is a Canadian citizen, over the age of 18 and a resident as of Aug 29, 2021, you should check the voters list to ensure you are registered to vote.
read more Register to Vote
Joint Statement: Council and SJSEL re: Basketball
Thursday, July 15, 2021 - 11:30am
Tentative Deal in Place for New Basketball Franchise
read more Joint Statement: Council and SJSEL re: Basketball
Pedestrian Zone Pilot to Proceed in Quidi Vidi Vil...
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 - 4:15pm
The City will close Barrow’s Road and Stone’s Road to through traffic from noon to 10 p.m., Friday to Sunday from July 16 to Sept. 7
read more Pedestrian Zone Pilot to Proceed in Quidi Vidi Village
Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 - 3:45pm
Due to the Orangemen’s Day holiday on Monday, July 12, the weekly City Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 13 at 3 p.m.
read more Orangemen’s Day Holiday City Schedule
Budget Engagement Begins at City of St. John’s
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 - 9:30am
As the City of St. John’s prepares for the 2022 budget, members of the public are invited to participate in a public engagement process.
read more Budget Engagement Begins at City of St. John’s
Music @ Harbourside Concerts are Back
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 - 2:30pm
Music @ Harbourside Park concerts are back on the following Saturdays: July 10 and 24, Aug 14 and 28.
read more Music @ Harbourside Concerts are Back
​Changes to Paid Parking Zones Downtown
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 2:15pm
Effective July 5 there will be some changes to the paid parking zones in the downtown.
read more ​Changes to Paid Parking Zones Downtown
Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Now Open
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 11:30am
Today, members of City Council were joined by representatives from the federal government, Downtown St. John’s, and the George Street Association to officially open the Pedestrian Mall for 2021.
read more Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Now Open
Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Transportation and Parki...
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 10:00am
The Downtown Pedestrian Mall officially opens today, July 2, from noon to 10 p.m. daily, until September 6. Learn more about parking and transportation options...
read more Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Transportation and Parking
Memorial Day and Canada Day City Schedule
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 - 10:00am
Due to the holiday on Thursday, July 1, all City offices and facilities will be closed.
read more Memorial Day and Canada Day City Schedule
St. John’s Observes Canada Day
Tuesday, June 29, 2021 - 11:30am
On July 1, City Council are asking residents to take this time to reflect, and to acknowledge the importance of working together to build a stronger Canada.
read more St. John’s Observes Canada Day
City Council Summer Schedule
Monday, June 28, 2021 - 3:45pm
City Council meetings scheduled during July and August occur bi-weekly as part of the summer schedule.
read more City Council Summer Schedule
St. John’s Celebrates Summer
Monday, June 28, 2021 - 10:00am
Throughout the summer, the City of St. John’s is hosting events to celebrate our City, our residents, and the diverse cultures of people in our community.
read more St. John’s Celebrates Summer
Council Statement: Former Mayor Andy Wells
Friday, June 25, 2021 - 2:15pm
"On behalf of City Council and staff, I extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of former Mayor Andy Wells on his recent passing," - Mayor Breen
read more Council Statement: Former Mayor Andy Wells
What We Heard on Quidi Vidi Traffic Changes
Thursday, June 24, 2021 - 12:00pm
A recent public engagement process proposed a pedestrian-only zone in the ‘inner gut’ of Quidi Vidi Village. The 'What We Heard' document is available.
read more What We Heard on Quidi Vidi Traffic Changes
Water Street Construction Project: Phase IV Comple...
Thursday, June 24, 2021 - 11:00am
The fourth phase of the Water Street Infrastructure Improvement Project from Clift’s-Baird’s Cove to Job’s Cove/Prescott Street is complete a few days ahead of schedule.
read more Water Street Construction Project: Phase IV Complete
Visitor Information Centre Open by Appointment
Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 9:30am
The Visitor Information Centre at 348 Water Street will open seasonally from Friday, July 2 to Friday, October 8. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
read more Visitor Information Centre Open by Appointment
June Holiday City Schedule and National Indigenous...
Friday, June 18, 2021 - 12:00pm
Due to the June Holiday on Monday, June 21, most offices and facilities will be closed. Residents are encouraged to recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday.
read more June Holiday City Schedule and National Indigenous Peoples Day
Municipal Election for City Council September 28
Friday, June 18, 2021 - 10:30am
The City will be once again using the Vote-By-Mail system for the 2021 election on Tuesday, September 28.
read more Municipal Election for City Council September 28
Municipalities Exploring Collective Economic Devel...
Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 2:30pm
The municipalities of St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, and Conception Bay South are collaborating and exploring ways to combine their individual strengths to create regional economic opportunities.
read more Municipalities Exploring Collective Economic Development Opportunities with Help from the Government of Canada
Overnight Water Main Flushing Begins June 21
Wednesday, June 16, 2021 - 10:30am
Between May and October the City of St. John’s conducts water main flushing to clean water mains and bring the highest quality drinking water to residents.
read more Overnight Water Main Flushing Begins June 21

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