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Applications Available for Housing Catalyst Fund
The City of St.John’s is accepting applications for the Housing Catalyst Fund to produce tangible housing solutions for residents. Grants are available for up to $10,000 per project.
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Over $16,000 in Grants Awarded to Heritage Propert...
The City has awarded over $16,000 to seven residents who applied to the Heritage Financial Incentives Program in 2017. The program aims to conserve heritage by assisting property owners with grants.
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​Why Does the City Bag Parking Meters?
From time to time, parking meters operated by the City of St. John’s may be bagged with a bright, yellow bag. A yellow bag on a meter indicates that the parking space is not available.
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Sneak Peek inside Community Market
Take a sneak peek inside the new Community Market at Freshwater Road, where construction will soon begin.
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New For Vendors: Electronic Funds Transfers
If you do business with the City, you can now sign-up for electronic transfers...
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Doing Business

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The City of St. John's is a fantastic place to do business. Whether you are an established company or just starting out with your first business we can help you find all of the information you need to be successful from information on the permits and regulations required to do business in the City, to some of the services we provide and helpful information on our economy.

Learn more about Doing Business in the City of St. John’s by exploring this section of our website.

Update: One Cruise Ship Visit Sept. 24
Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 3:45pm
The Silver Whisper and the Disney Magic have cancelled their scheduled visit to the port of St. John’s due to weather in the Atlantic. The Saga Sapphire is scheduled to arrive at 8 a.m.
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Correction: Vote by Proxy not an Option Under Elections Act
Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 2:30pm
Incorrect information was provided to the public regarding vote by proxy for registered voters who are out of the City and/or province during the election period.
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Humane Services Over Capacity: Cat Adoption Half Price
Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 11:00am
The Animal Care and Adoption Centre at 81 Higgins Line is over capacity with 100 healthy cats and kittens who need a loving home, urgently.
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Sensational Playgroup- CANCELLED
2017/09/26 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Sensational Playgroup located at Paul Reynolds Community Centre will be cancelled on Tuesday, September 26 due to the Municipal Election.
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Lane Reduction
2017/09/25 - 7:00am to 2017/10/13 - 7:00pm
Residents are advised there will be a lane reduction east of 484 Southside Road to facilitate culvert repairs.  Motorists are advised traffic will be reduced to one lane and to yield to oncoming...
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Road Construction
2017/09/25 - 7:00am to 2017/09/29 - 7:00pm
Contractors may be working on the following streets from September 22nd to 29th under the City's annual streets rehab and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include street excavations,...
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Rezoning - 571 Empire Avenue
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - 9:30am
The City of St. John's has received an application to rezone property located at 571 Empire Avenue from the Residential Low Density (R1) Zone to the Residential Medium Density (R2) Zone. The purpose...
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Notice of Vacancies - R.E.A.L. Program Fundraising and Promotion Committee
Friday, October 6, 2017 - 4:00pm
Notice of Vacancies - R.E.A.L. Program Fundraising and Promotion Committee   The R.E.A.L. (Recreational Experiences and Leisure) Program Fundraising and Promotion Committee provides information,...
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Application - 160 Patrick Street
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 - 9:30am
A Discretionary Use (Restoration of Non-Conforming Use) application has been submitted to rebuild the townhouse dwelling at 160 Patrick Street. The proposed dwelling will be rebuilt on the same...
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Election Period
2017/09/24 (All day)
The City of St. John's is conducting its next municipal election with the vote by mail process, an efficient and convenient method allowing electors to vote in the...
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Doors Open Days
2017/09/24 (All day)
The Newfoundland Historic Trust's Doors Open event is a unique opportunity for the citizens and visitors of Newfoundland and Labrador to celebrate our architecture and heritage through the...
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Cat Adoptions Reduced Cost
2017/09/24 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
The Animal Care and Adoption Centre at 81 Higgins Line is over capacity with 100 healthy cats and kittens who need a loving home, urgently. Adoption fees are reduced by 50 per cent until the end...
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