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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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​Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Monday, January 7, 2019 - 12:45pm
Citizens are encouraged to nominate a Heritage Building or other building in the City’s Heritage Areas that is deserving of this recognition; property owners can nominate their own property.
read more ​Nominations Open for Heritage Awards
Christmas Fire Safety – Light up Your Tree, Not Yo...
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 - 2:00pm
Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.
read more Christmas Fire Safety – Light up Your Tree, Not Your Home
Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
Wednesday, December 19, 2018 - 12:30pm
During the upcoming holidays all City offices and facilities are closed. Please note some exceptions and changes to the waste collection schedule.
read more Christmas and New Year Holiday City Schedule
Candle Fire Safety
Monday, December 17, 2018 - 4:00pm
Candles may be pretty to look at, however they are a cause of home fires. SJRFD would like to remind all citizens of steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
read more Candle Fire Safety
City Council Presents Budget for 2019-2021
Monday, December 10, 2018 - 5:45pm
Today, the City of St. John’s released the details of Budget 2019, the first year in a three-year budget plan for 2019-2021. Revenues and expenditures are balanced at $304,677,022.
read more City Council Presents Budget for 2019-2021
City Implements On-Street Winter Parking Ban
Monday, December 10, 2018 - 5:45pm
Due to the volume of snow occurring early this year, the City is implementing the on-street parking ban outside downtown, and the early morning parking ban in the downtown.
read more City Implements On-Street Winter Parking Ban
City Releases Operating Grants for Metrobus/GoBus...
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 - 11:15am
As part of the 2019 operating budget for the City of St. John’s, City Council will vote on the operating grant provided to the St. John’s Transportation Commission.
read more City Releases Operating Grants for Metrobus/GoBus Services
City Shares Operating Costs for St. John’s Sports...
Tuesday, December 4, 2018 - 11:15am
As part of the 2019 operating budget for the City of St. John’s, City Council will vote on the operating grant provided to St. John’s Sports and Entertainment (SJSEL) of $2.9 million.
read more City Shares Operating Costs for St. John’s Sports and Entertainment
Timed Free Parking Zone Signs to be Installed
Monday, December 3, 2018 - 8:45am
Today, the City will begin installation of Timed Free Parking Zones. The time limit in each zone will be either two hours or four hours. All new signage will be posted during the coming weeks.
read more Timed Free Parking Zone Signs to be Installed
Residential and Commercial Assessments now Availab...
Monday, November 26, 2018 - 11:15am
Beginning November 26, 2018, owners of both residential and commercial properties can access their 2019 assessed values online. Assessments are also being mailed to property owners.
read more Residential and Commercial Assessments now Available
10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Thursday, November 22, 2018 - 10:30am
To address housing needs, this strategy has the vision of looking internally while working in-step with partners, stakeholders and residents to create & maintain safe, suitable, and affordable housing
read more 10-Year Affordable Housing Strategy
Timed Free Parking Zones to be Installed
Monday, November 19, 2018 - 5:15pm
To encourage parking turnover in areas where there are missing or broken parking meters the City is introducing a temporary solution of ‘Timed Free Parking Zones’.
read more Timed Free Parking Zones to be Installed
City Signs Mile One Lease Agreement
Monday, November 19, 2018 - 5:00pm
The City, and St. John’s Sports and Entertainment have signed a lease agreement with the owners of the St. John’s Edge of the National Basketball League of Canada and the Newfoundland Growlers...
read more City Signs Mile One Lease Agreement
Bike Rack Shortlist on Display
Friday, November 16, 2018 - 10:00am
The shortlist prototypes of the bike rack design contest are on display and open to online voting by the public until Friday, Nov. 30.
read more Bike Rack Shortlist on Display
Celebrate National Child Day
Thursday, November 15, 2018 - 12:15pm
The City of St. John’s is celebrating National Child Day, a day to celebrate the rights of children everywhere, with a week of free events from Sunday, Nov. 18 to Saturday, Nov. 24.
read more Celebrate National Child Day
Paul Reynolds Pool Closed Until December 9
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 6:00pm
The swimming pool at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre is closed until December 9.
read more Paul Reynolds Pool Closed Until December 9
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

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