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Developing in St. John's
Checklists, zoning guidelines and information on the permitting process...
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Business Information Centre
Our Welcome Centre offers support to those starting or operating a business in St. John's...
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Economic Update
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Submit Applications by Email
At this time the best way to submit applications, permits and nominations to the City of St. John’s is by email. City staff are practicing social distancing and have access to email.
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Finding Markets for Recycling Material
What’s happening to our recycling material now that China is no longer accepting recycling from Canada? You might be surprised at the answer, but we're not - we planned it this way.
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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.

Citizen Satisfaction Up Significantly Since First Survey In 2018
Wednesday, January 13, 2021 - 9:15am
At the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 13, Council received a report outlining the results of the City’s 2020 Citizen Satisfaction Survey.
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Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Monday, January 11, 2021 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s is accepting nominations for the 2021 Heritage Awards. Nominations are due by Friday, February 5.
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Public Meeting - 28 Eric Street
Wednesday, February 10, 2021 - 7:00pm
Application A Public Meeting will take place online regarding a rezoning application submitted by Habitat for Humanity Newfoundland and Labrador for three Townhouses.  Description An application is...
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Public Hearing - 138 Ladysmith Drive
Tuesday, February 2, 2021 - 9:30am
Application A virtual Public Hearing will take place regarding an application submitted to the City to rezone 138 Ladysmith Drive for three Townhouses.  Description The St. John's Municipal Council...
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Public Hearing - 42-52 Diamond Marsh Drive
Monday, February 1, 2021 - 9:30am
Application A virtual Public Hearing will take place regarding an application to rezone 42-52 Diamond Marsh Drive for six Single-detached Dwellings.  Description The St. John's Municipal Council...
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Regular Council Meeting
2021/01/18 - 3:00pm
The Regular Meeting of Council takes place each Monday at 3 p.m. Council meetings are live streamed through the Council and Committee Agendas Calendar.
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Public Meeting - 11 Tiffany Lane
2021/01/20 - 7:00pm
Application A Public Meeting will take place online regarding a rezoning application for 11 Tiffany Lane.   Description An application is being considered to rezone land to the Apartment...
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Teen Skating 8 & 9:30pm
2021/01/23 - 8:00pm
TEEN SKATE Saturdays at 8pm & 9:30pm. Pre-registration reguired! Call Mile One Centre box office at 576-7657 betwwen 12noon-4pm, Monday through Friday or Sunday from 1-3pm.
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