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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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Cycling in St.John's: Public Opinion Survey
Thursday, December 8, 2016 - 2:45pm
In order to understand how residents in St. John’s feel about cycling in the city, the Bike St. John’s Task Force is conducting a public opinion survey.
read more Cycling in St.John's: Public Opinion Survey
City of St.John's Budget Process
Thursday, December 8, 2016 - 11:30am
St. John’s will present a budget for 2017 on Monday, December 12. In preparation for this budget, Council has been very open about its budget process.
read more City of St.John's Budget Process
Regional Demographic Survey Results Now Available
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 - 10:45am
The City of St. John's in partnership with the municipalities of Torbay, Conception Bay South, Paradise and Portugal Cove -St. Phillip’s today released the results of the joint demographic survey.
read more Regional Demographic Survey Results Now Available
New Mural ‘Opus’ Completed at George Street East S...
Monday, December 5, 2016 - 12:15pm
The City of St. John's is pleased to announce the completion of a new mural, titled ‘Opus’ on the George Street East Stairwell. This is the latest in a number of murals commissioned by the City.
read more New Mural ‘Opus’ Completed at George Street East Stairwell
Council Update on Program Review Costs and Savings
Thursday, December 1, 2016 - 2:30pm
The City of St.John’s provided an update today on progress towards achieving savings through program review. Seventeen staff have left or are leaving the organization.
read more Council Update on Program Review Costs and Savings
Affordable Housing Survey for Residents
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 - 11:30am
Residents of the City of St. John's are encouraged to take the Affordable Housing Survey available online until December 16.
read more Affordable Housing Survey for Residents
Winter Parking Restrictions and Snow Removal Updat...
Monday, November 28, 2016 - 4:00pm
Winter parking regulations vary, depending on where you live in the City. The On-Street Parking Ban for streets outside the designated downtown area will come into effect 12:30 a.m. on Wed. Jan. 4.
read more Winter Parking Restrictions and Snow Removal Updates
Council Reinstates Arts Funding for 2016-18 Budget...
Friday, November 25, 2016 - 10:45am
As part of preparation for the 2017 Budget, St. John’s City Council has committed to reinstating the full budget allotment for grants to artists and arts organizations.
read more Council Reinstates Arts Funding for 2016-18 Budget Cycle
Proposed Fee Changes for 2017 Announced
Wednesday, November 23, 2016 - 1:00pm
As part of the program review process and Budget 2017 preparation, the City of St. John’s has released a proposed list of fee changes for programs and services.
read more Proposed Fee Changes for 2017 Announced
Nominations Open for 2017 Heritage Awards
Monday, November 21, 2016 - 11:45am
The City of St. John’s is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Heritage Awards for outstanding work on heritage buildings and other buildings in the City’s heritage areas.
read more Nominations Open for 2017 Heritage Awards
St.John's Celebrates National Child Day
Monday, November 14, 2016 - 1:15pm
This week the City of St.John’s is celebrating National Child Day. Mayor O’Keefe and City Councillors will be joined by the winners of the Meet the Mayor contest today, to kick off the celebration.
read more St.John's Celebrates National Child Day
Budget 2017 'What We Heard' Document Now...
Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 10:30am
Today the City of St. John’s released ‘What We Heard’ during the five-month budget consultation process. The document reflects key themes and priority areas identified by residents & stakeholders.
read more Budget 2017 'What We Heard' Document Now Available
Remembrance Day Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 - 12:45pm
Due to the Remembrance Day holiday on Friday, Nov. 11, all City offices and facilities including the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility will be closed.
read more Remembrance Day Holiday City Schedule
Affordable Housing Forum Focuses on Landlords for...
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 - 9:15am
On Tuesday, Nov. 22, the City of St. John’s will host its sixth annual Affordable Housing Forum. This year’s theme is ‘Supporting Successful Tenancies – Where Do You Fit?’
read more Affordable Housing Forum Focuses on Landlords for 2016
City Presents Twenty-Fifth Annual Tourism Awards
Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 3:15pm
On November 3, members of St. John’s City Council welcomed tourism leaders from throughout the city to the twenty-fifth Annual Tourism Awards presentation at City Hall.
read more City Presents Twenty-Fifth Annual Tourism Awards
City Applauds Federal Infrastructure Funding Annou...
Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 2:15pm
The City of St.John's commends Infrastructure Canada for their promise to provide funding to communities.
read more City Applauds Federal Infrastructure Funding Announcement
City Receives Honourable Mention and $25,000 Grant
Monday, October 31, 2016 - 5:00pm
CN EcoConnexions - From the Ground Up program in collaboration with Tree Canada and Communities in Bloom announced that the City of St. John's has been awarded a $25,000 grant for tree planting.
read more City Receives Honourable Mention and $25,000 Grant
Majority of Program Review now Complete
Thursday, October 20, 2016 - 4:00pm
Phase three of the City’s program review process is now complete, resulting in $7,066,624 in potential operating savings in 2017 and $7,060,141 in 2018.
read more Majority of Program Review now Complete
Independent Investigator Hired to Address Harassme...
Sunday, October 16, 2016 - 4:30pm
On the direction of the Mayor, the City Solicitor has hired an independent investigator to look into an allegation of harassment...
read more Independent Investigator Hired to Address Harassment Allegation
My City Days: Bringing Your City to You
Wednesday, October 12, 2016 - 1:45pm
St. John’s staff and City Council are coming to a neighbourhood near you for My City Days starting Tues, Oct. 18. Drop in style information and engagement sessions about City services.
read more My City Days: Bringing Your City to You
Humane Services Offering Microchip Clinic
Wednesday, October 12, 2016 - 11:45am
On Wednesday, Oct. 19, Humane Services is hosting a microchip clinic for privately owned pets (cats and dogs) of St. John’s residents.
read more Humane Services Offering Microchip Clinic
City Introduces Housing Catalyst Fund
Friday, October 7, 2016 - 2:00pm
Affordable housing is a critical issue for the City of St. John’s. We want St. John’s to be a vibrant, inclusive and thriving city with a wide range of affordable housing options.
read more City Introduces Housing Catalyst Fund
Thanksgiving Day Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 - 10:00am
Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday on Monday, Oct.10 all City offices and facilities including the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility will be closed. There is no waste collection on Monday.
read more Thanksgiving Day Holiday City Schedule
Senior of the Year: Barbara Howlett
Monday, October 3, 2016 - 4:15pm
Today, at the weekly City Council meeting, Barbara Howlett will receive the City of St.John’s Senior of the Year Award, sponsored by Kenny’s Pond Retirement Living.
read more Senior of the Year: Barbara Howlett
Visitor Information Centre Closing for the Season
Monday, October 3, 2016 - 11:30am
The Visitor Information Centre at 348 Water Street will be closed for the season beginning on Friday, Oct. 7.
read more Visitor Information Centre Closing for the Season

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