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City Releases What We Heard Document from Budget E...
Tuesday, November 13, 2018 - 3:30pm
The City of St. John’s released the findings of its public engagement process for Budget 2019-2021 today. Over 1,000 pieces of feedback have been reviewed and compiled into 15 key theme categories.
read more City Releases What We Heard Document from Budget Engagement
Remembrance Day Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 - 2:30pm
Due to the Remembrance Day holiday on Sunday, Nov. 11, City offices will be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, Nov. 12. Waste and Recycling will not be picked up on Monday.
read more Remembrance Day Holiday City Schedule
Paid Parking Management Strategy and Broken Meters
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 - 10:30am
In response to a significant number of broken and missing parking meters throughout the City, Council are exploring alternatives to on-street metered parking.
read more Paid Parking Management Strategy and Broken Meters
Annual Food Drive Starts November 19
Friday, November 2, 2018 - 1:45pm
From Monday, Nov. 19 to Friday, Nov. 23 the City is holding the fifth annual food drive to collect non-perishable food items in support of the Community Food Sharing Association.
read more Annual Food Drive Starts November 19
Planning for Water Street Project Phase Two
Friday, November 2, 2018 - 10:00am
The City of St. John’s is planning for the next phase of the Water Street infrastructure project, set to continue in spring 2019. A drop in information session is on Nov. 16.
read more Planning for Water Street Project Phase Two
Changes to Downtown Winter Parking Ban Proposed
Thursday, November 1, 2018 - 10:30am
On Monday, a decision note regarding snow clearing and parking restrictions on sections of Water Street and Duckworth Street will be discussed at Council meeting.
read more Changes to Downtown Winter Parking Ban Proposed
Budget Discussion Forums Closing October 30
Monday, October 29, 2018 - 3:15pm
Members of the public are encouraged to visit engagestjohns.ca before midnight, October 30 to contribute to the budget discussion online or attend the in-person session Tuesday evening.
read more Budget Discussion Forums Closing October 30
Over $2.7 Million for Quidi Vidi Park Redevelopmen...
Friday, October 26, 2018 - 12:30pm
The City, in partnership with the Government of NL and the Government of Canada, through ACOA, has announced over $2.7 million in funding for the Quidi Vidi Park Redevelopment Project.
read more Over $2.7 Million for Quidi Vidi Park Redevelopment Project
Practice Fire Safety this Halloween
Wednesday, October 24, 2018 - 10:15am
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) wishes to remind all residents of proper safety measures to put in place while out canvassing the neighborhood for treats.
read more Practice Fire Safety this Halloween
Wood and Pellet Stove Safety
Monday, October 22, 2018 - 9:30am
As the temperature drops outside, wood and pellet stoves may be fired up inside the home. Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires during the winter months.
read more Wood and Pellet Stove Safety
Mailouts and Payments in the Event of a Postal Str...
Friday, October 19, 2018 - 11:15am
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers provided strike notice to Canada Post, this may result in rotating postal strikes on or before Monday, October 22. Mail to city residents may be impacted.
read more Mailouts and Payments in the Event of a Postal Strike
Popular Pumpkin Walk Returns
Thursday, October 18, 2018 - 12:00pm
Celebrate with St. John’s at our second annual Pumpkin Walk in Bannerman Park on Thursday, Nov. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m.
read more Popular Pumpkin Walk Returns
City and Board of Trade Partner To Support Entrepr...
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 1:30pm
The City of St. John’s Business Information Centre celebrates Small Business Week 2018 by launching a new partnership with the St. John’s Board of Trade to support small businesses.
read more City and Board of Trade Partner To Support Entrepreneurs
Executive Report on Revenue and Expenditure, 2017
Monday, October 15, 2018 - 5:15pm
The City of St. John’s 2017 Executive Summary Report on Revenue and Expenditure was presented at the regular meeting of St. John’s City Council today by Councillor Dave Lane.
read more Executive Report on Revenue and Expenditure, 2017
Grant Applications Available
Monday, October 15, 2018 - 2:45pm
The City of St. John’s grants provide financial and other resources to organizations and/or individuals whose application supports the City’s strategic directions
read more Grant Applications Available
Waste Reduction Week: Recycling Makes a Difference
Friday, October 12, 2018 - 10:00am
In recognition of Waste Reduction Week, October 15 to 21, the City of St. John's is encouraging residents and organizations to reduce waste and recycle. Join us at the Farmers' Market on Wednesday.
read more Waste Reduction Week: Recycling Makes a Difference
New Public Transportation Engagement Opportunities
Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 10:45am
Residents are invited to participate in two new engagement opportunities at engagestjohns.ca; a review of Metrobus and GoBus, and the development of a new Bike Master Plan.
read more New Public Transportation Engagement Opportunities
Comments Open on 10-Year Affordable Housing Strate...
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 9:30am
A draft 10-year Affordable Housing Strategy has been developed for the City of St. John’s and is open for public review and comment until Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018.
read more Comments Open on 10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Parking Meters Rented for Local Film Production
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 12:30pm
City Council has approved a request from the producers of a local film called Rex, to rent 56 parking meters in the downtown from Wednesday, October 10 to Friday, October 12.
read more Parking Meters Rented for Local Film Production
Thanksgiving Day Holiday City Schedule
Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 1:15pm
Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday on Monday, Oct. 8 all City offices and facilities will be closed. There is no waste collection on Thanksgiving Day.
read more Thanksgiving Day Holiday City Schedule
Fire Prevention Week 2018
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 - 10:15am
The St. John’s Regional Fire Department wishes to remind residents that Fire Prevention Week is October 7 to 13, 2018. 'Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere'.
read more Fire Prevention Week 2018
Overnight Road Construction Kenmount Road
Tuesday, October 2, 2018 - 3:30pm
Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 3 overnight road construction will occur as part of the work to realign Polina Road with the Avalon Mall entrance.
read more Overnight Road Construction Kenmount Road
​Deputy Chiefs’ Appointments
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 4:30pm
St. John’s Regional Fire Department Fire Chief Sherry Colford is pleased to announce the appointments of two new Deputy Chiefs - Deputy Chief of Operations and Deputy Chief of Support Services.
read more ​Deputy Chiefs’ Appointments
Data Available on Manganese Levels in Water Supply
Friday, September 28, 2018 - 10:45am
The levels of manganese being monitored throughout the Petty Harbour Long Pond Water Supply distribution system continue to decrease. Changes in the treatment process have made a positive difference.
read more Data Available on Manganese Levels in Water Supply
Blackmarsh Road Construction Starting in October
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - 12:15pm
The City of St. John’s is reconfiguring Blackmarsh Road west of Jensen Camp Road to Captain Whelan Drive. Construction will begin in October and is scheduled to be completed by the end of November.
read more Blackmarsh Road Construction Starting in October

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