St. John's News
January 21, 2022 - After School Programs
The recent Public Health COVID-19 update allows City of St. John’s After School Programs to resume on Tuesday, Jan 25, 2022, at their regularly scheduled times. As per guidelines, children with symptoms are required to remain home. Please see screening information from the provincial government.
Dryland Fitness, Yoga and Rentals
All dryland fitness classes, yoga classes and rentals at all recreation...
January 17, 2022 - Today, the municipalities of St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, and Conception Bay South announced the next phase of a feasibility study that seeks to explore regional economic opportunities and build stronger, more resilient communities.
The initiative was first announced in June 2021, with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) contributing funding towards the project and each municipality contributing $10,000....
January 14, 2022 - On behalf of St. John’s City Council, staff and the residents of St. John’s, I extend heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Edward Roberts, former lieutenant-governor and important Newfoundland political figure, on his recent passing.
Mr. Roberts’ legacy is a lasting one, having played a critical role in many important moments in our province’s history. He will be remembered not only...
January 12, 2022 - PayByPhone is being expanded to Water Street from Adelaide Street to Cochrane Street, with signage now being posted throughout the area. As previously announced, enforcement for PayByPhone parking on Water Street will begin next week (Monday, Jan. 17).
Throughout the downtown core, all on street parking is enforced using a combination of PayByPhone, pay stations, and Timed Parking Areas. See the parking map here for an overview of...
January 11, 2022 - The City of St. John’s has released the summary of its second round of public engagement to guide actions that will address climate change in the community.
The purpose of the engagement was to inform residents and other interested stakeholders about the draft plan, seek feedback, and to share information about the primary elements of the plan – adaptation and mitigation.
Feedback collected during this second phase of...
January 04, 2022 - UPDATE January 19, 2022
City Recreation Programs remain on hold as Public Health Guidelines did not move from Alert Level 4 on Jan 18. The City will provide an update once more information is available from the Provincial Government.
Residents may contact recreation facilities directly by email recreation@stjohns.ca, or by phone - Paul Reynolds Community Centre- 576-8631, H.G.R. Mews Community Centre...
December 31, 2021 - In response to recent testing, Environment Canada has confirmed the presence of the highly pathogenic avian flu in wild birds in the St. John's area, including Bowring Park, Quidi Vidi Lake and other areas frequented by flocks of birds.
The public are asked to refrain from feeding, touching or handling wild birds including ducks, pigeons and gulls.
December 24, 2021 - Fire safety is important at any time of the year, but with the extra distractions during the holiday season it is especially important to be vigilant. Dry Christmas trees, colourful decorations and wrapped presents are all extra fuel for a potential fire into your home.
The holidays should be a time for celebration rather than tragedy and for this reason the SJRFD is urging people to be fire aware and stay fire safe.
The...
December 23, 2021 - Timed Parking Area signage is being updated in Churchill Square to address parking issues and concerns from businesses and clients, and to encourage vehicle turn over.
In early December, Council approved changes to reduce two-hour and four-hour timed parking sections to one-hour and two-hours, respectively.
Enforcement of the new signage will begin on January 10, 2022. See map attached.
Previously, timed parking signage...
December 23, 2021 - As a result of the province moving to Alert Level 3, capacities at City of St. John’s recreation facilities are reduced.
Note that capacities are determined by several factors including size of space, washroom and changeroom space and program requirements. Patrons are asked to come dressed to participate in the chosen activity as change rooms have limited space.
Spectators are not permitted in the gymnasium at this time....