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The City of St. John's ensures media, residents and businesses are kept informed about issues, programs, initiatives and projects the City is working on by posting media releases, media advisories and public service announcements to this webpage. This view shows ALL news sorted by Publication Date in descending order. Please click 'read more' on any of the news items below to learn more.
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Citizen Satisfaction Survey
Thursday, March 1, 2018 - 3:30pm
Over the next few weeks residents of St. John’s may be contacted to participate in the City’s first ever Citizen Satisfaction Survey.
read more Citizen Satisfaction Survey
Heritage Financial Incentives Program
Thursday, March 1, 2018 - 9:30am
The Heritage Financial Incentives Program aims to conserve heritage resources by assisting property owners to maintain buildings and homes located in the City's Heritage Areas.
read more Heritage Financial Incentives Program
Heritage Award Winners
Monday, February 19, 2018 - 4:30pm
Each year on Heritage Day, the third Monday in February, the City of St. John’s takes a moment to recognize individuals and businesses for their outstanding heritage restoration efforts.
read more Heritage Award Winners
Traffic Calming Pilot Projects for 2018
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 - 3:45pm
Today, Council’s Committee of the Whole voted for approval-in-principle on six proposed traffic pilot projects for 2018.
read more Traffic Calming Pilot Projects for 2018
2017 Athlete of the Year Awards
Monday, February 12, 2018 - 12:30pm
The City of St.John’s congratulates the nominees for the 2017 St. John’s Athlete and Team of the Year. Winners will be announced at a reception being held tonight at City Hall.
read more 2017 Athlete of the Year Awards
Economic Review 2017
Thursday, February 8, 2018 - 9:00am
Economic Review 2017 reports that economic performance in the St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) was subdued in 2017.
read more Economic Review 2017
Panel to Review Audit Function
Friday, February 2, 2018 - 10:00am
Responding to calls from the public to establish a Municipal Auditor General to improve the City’s governance, the City is set to establish a panel to review and advise on the best governance process.
read more Panel to Review Audit Function
Paid Parking Management Strategy to go to Council
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - 12:45pm
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, City Council will be presented with a Paid Parking Management Strategy at the regularly scheduled Committee of the Whole Meeting.
read more Paid Parking Management Strategy to go to Council
ChillFest: Winter Celebration
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - 10:30am
St. John’s ChillFest is a community-wide celebration of winter, with a variety of free activities taking place Feb. 14-18.
read more ChillFest: Winter Celebration
Arbitration Pending on Hockey Exclusivity Clause a...
Monday, January 29, 2018 - 11:15am
There has been much speculation recently about whether or not there will be a hockey franchise at Mile One for the 2018-19 season.
read more Arbitration Pending on Hockey Exclusivity Clause at Mile One
New Parking Restriction Begins January 30
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 - 3:45pm
To enhance snow clearing and improve accessibility downtown, a new pilot parking restriction will be in place 3:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. daily, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018.
read more New Parking Restriction Begins January 30
Start of Pet Safe Keeping Program
Monday, January 22, 2018 - 12:00pm
Today, the City of St. John's and partners Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and the Iris Kirby House announce the start of the Pet Safe Keeping Program.
read more Start of Pet Safe Keeping Program
What We Heard: Ten Year Affordable Housing Strateg...
Thursday, January 18, 2018 - 10:45am
The City released a ‘What we Heard’ document following a public engagement process which took place between May and June 2017, to help inform the next 10 year Affordable Housing Strategy.
read more What We Heard: Ten Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Election 2017: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
Friday, January 12, 2018 - 12:15pm
The campaign contributions and expenses disclosure statements for the 2017 City of St. John’s Municipal Election are now available online.
read more Election 2017: Campaign Contributions and Expenses
Pilot Project: Late Night Parking Restriction Wate...
Monday, January 8, 2018 - 4:15pm
To enhance snow clearing and accessibility in the downtown, the City is introducing a new parking restriction from 3:30 to 6:30 a.m. daily on Water St. and Duckworth St. beginning mid-January.
read more Pilot Project: Late Night Parking Restriction Water Street and Duckworth Street
Nominations Open for 2018 Heritage Awards
Tuesday, January 2, 2018 - 11:45am
Downtown Heritage Areas are the heart and soul of St. John's and these awards recognize property owners for their work in rehabilitating, restoring and celebrating our rich built heritage.
read more Nominations Open for 2018 Heritage Awards
Christmas and New Years Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, December 20, 2017 - 12:30pm
Some City of St. John's facilities and services schedules are modified during the holidays.
read more Christmas and New Years Holiday City Schedule
Goulds Sewage Pumping Station Replacement
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 - 10:00am
Construction will begin in the coming weeks to replace the existing Goulds Sewage Pumping Station located at 557 Main Road. A new modernized facility will be built adjacent to the old facility.
read more Goulds Sewage Pumping Station Replacement
Panel to Review Audit Function Announced as part o...
Monday, December 11, 2017 - 2:30pm
The City of St. John’s will establish a panel to review and advise on the best governance process for its Internal Audit function.
read more Panel to Review Audit Function Announced as part of Budget 2018
City Council Approves Budget for 2018
Monday, December 11, 2017 - 2:30pm
Today, the City of St. John’s released the details of Budget 2018, the third year in a three-year budget plan.
read more City Council Approves Budget for 2018
City to Announce Budget 2018 on Monday
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 12:45pm
At the regular meeting of City Council beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 11, City Council will share its Budget for 2018. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting.
read more City to Announce Budget 2018 on Monday
NYE with the Navigators: Free Concert and Firework...
Thursday, December 7, 2017 - 12:45pm
The City of St. John's invites everyone to ring in the New Year with a free concert featuring the Navigators next to the Quidi Vidi Lake boathouse.
read more NYE with the Navigators: Free Concert and Fireworks
Recycle Cardboard During #DeBoxingDays
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 - 1:45pm
Again this year the City of St. John’s is encouraging residents to recycle cardboard that accompanies holiday shopping and gift giving. #DeBoxingDays
read more Recycle Cardboard During #DeBoxingDays
SJRFD Candle Safety Tips
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 - 10:15am
When using candles, take extra care and place them away from curtains, pets and children and don’t put them under a shelf or other furniture.
read more SJRFD Candle Safety Tips
Winter Avenue Traffic Calming Project
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 1:45pm
City staff have completed the data collection phase of the Winter Avenue traffic calming project. The no-entry restriction via Kings Bridge Road will remain in place at this time.
read more Winter Avenue Traffic Calming Project

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