St. John's News

Photo of a cruise shipcalled the Ocean Endeavour
June 07, 2022 - The City of St. John’s together with the St. John’s Port Authority and industry partners are pleased to announce the 2022 cruise season begins on June 12 with the arrival of the Ocean Endeavour. “We are happy to welcome the Ocean Endeavour with approximately 195 passengers back safely to the Port City of St. John's. The Ocean Endeavour represents the return of cruises to our city following a two-year hiatus due to...
June 06, 2022 - It is with deep sadness that St. John’s City Council acknowledge the death of Christopher Pratt, Canadian painter and artist, and recipient of both the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Order of Canada. Born in St. John’s, the landscapes and waterways presented in his iconic works reflect his beloved home province. Amongst his many accomplishments, Mr. Pratt designed the provincial flag, which was adopted in 1980...
A Crowd of people sitting on the grass watching a concert at Harbourside Park.
June 03, 2022 - After two years of virtual and modified events, the popular Music @ concert series returns with 14 live shows scheduled from June to October. The season kicks off on Sat. June 11, from 2 to 3 p.m. with a Music @ Bowring concert near the Nevaeh Denine Splash Pad at Bowring Park featuring The Duds, with an opening act performance from Maia McKeown. The Music @ Harbourside concert series takes place every Friday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m...
May 31, 2022 - Most economic indicators in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan (CMA) are expected to show growth in 2022 as the economic recovery continues from COVID-19 shutdowns. The number of housing starts is expected to increase by about 6.7% to 580 units in 2022. This would be a 20.9% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Economic Outlook 2022 reports real Gross Domestic Product (GDP), excluding the oil and gas production...
Photo of tractor paving the road
May 30, 2022 - The City of St. John’s Annual Streets Rehabilitation Program is now underway and will continue to late fall 2022. Roads and sidewalks throughout the city will be impacted. Work will include repairs to concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter and street paving to make our roads smoother and safer for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles. Motorists and pedestrians may experience delays and detours in the impacted areas. The City reminds...
Photo of Quidi Vidi Lake
May 26, 2022 - Construction for the removal of gravel and debris at the head of Quidi Vidi Lake is set to begin this week, with work anticipated to be complete by mid-June. This project requires removing any gravel and debris that has accumulated over the winter at the head of Quidi Vidi Lake at Carnell Drive and Clancey Drive. This work will help reduce the impact to recreational boating happening on the lake. This project is being completed by Coady...
Picture of a pump track at Quidi Vidi
May 20, 2022 - Construction to build a pump track on the grounds of Quidi Vidi Park has changed to start later in the summer. Construction is expected to begin in August after the Royal St. John’s Regatta and is anticipated to be complete in October. The City had to revise the start of construction for the recreational pump track due to scheduling adjustments needed to accommodate the scope of work. This project is still a high priority to be...
View of St. John's taken from Signal Hill showing harbour and downtown
May 19, 2022 - Due to the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 23, all City offices and facilities will be closed. The weekly City Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 24. Please note:  Garbage and recycling collection will not occur on Monday, it will be collected on Tue. May 24. Please see schedule below. On Tuesday, collection time may be later than usual, as waste from two areas will be collected. The Robin Hood Bay Waste...
Image of colourful homes with trees, text reads 'Affordable Housing St. John's''
May 18, 2022 - The 2022 recipients of the City of St. John’s and Community Housing Transformation Centre’s Housing Catalyst Fund were announced during Committee of the Whole meeting today, with five grants totaling $110,000. “Safe and affordable housing is essential to the health of our community,” said Councillor Ophelia Ravencroft, Council Lead for Affordable Housing. “The Housing Catalyst Fund allows the City to...
Image of a sign that is brown and green, it reads 'Animal Care and Adoption Centre'
May 13, 2022 - The Humane Services Animal Care and Adoption Centre at 81 Higgins Line will be closed for cleaning, disinfection and staff training from May 16 to 18, 2022. Disease control and disinfection are essential to maintaining the health and well-being of all animals housed at the animal shelter. Staff will be available for emergencies as they arise. In case of emergency, or for other inquiries please contact Access St. John’s by phone...

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