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Register for Recreation Programs: Winter 2023
Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 09:56 AM
Registration will open online via stjohns.ca/RECconnect or in-person at Paul Reynolds Community Centre or H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, for winter programs and swim lessons at:
- 7 a.m. on Thursday, Dec 1 for residents of St. John’s
- 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6 for non-residents
- Telephone registration is available after 10 a.m. on both dates (709) 576-8499
Before registration 72 hours before the set registration time, ensure your account is activated and up to date. You can learn about program offerings in...
Changing the World, One Youth Forum at a Time
Posted on Monday, November 21, 2022 12:05 PM
by Marium Oishee
We’ve all probably heard the saying, “Be the change you want to see in the world” at one point or another in our lives. And while there’s some healthy debate as to how Mahatma Gandhi truly phrased those words, the sentiment remains the same.
And on the note of implementing positive change, the City of St. John’s wants to hear from the changemakers who are paving the way to a better world.
Over the past few years, the City has increased youth-focused engagement initiatives, with...
Garbage and Recycling Postponed
Posted on Sunday, November 20, 2022 04:00 PM
Due to forecasted weather conditions, waste collection for Area 1A and 1B including recycling for 1B is postponed and will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022. Garbage collection for Area 2A and 2B including recycling for 2B will also take place as scheduled on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022.
Residents in Area 1 and Area 2 may experience wastes collected later than normal on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022 due to the double day. The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
Residents are reminded...
Road Construction November 21 to 25
Posted on Saturday, November 19, 2022 07:40 PM
Contractors may be working on the following streets 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from November 21 to 25 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include concrete/street excavation, concrete work, paving, utility adjustment, ditch cleaning and culvert installation. Commuters may experience traffic delays in these areas:
Alexander Street
Allandale Road (Golf Course Entrance to the End)
Blackwood Place
Empire Avenue (Edinburgh Street to...
Road Closure - Ruby Line (Bay Bulls Road to Back Line)
Posted on Saturday, November 19, 2022 07:25 PM
7:00 a.m., Monday, November 21, 2022 to 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 9, 2022 Ruby Line, between Bay Bulls Road and Back Line, will be closed to facilitate ongoing construction work associated with the Goulds Servicing (Phase 2) Sanitary Trunk Sewer project.
Traffic will not be permitted to travel between Ruby Line and Bay Bulls Road. Properties within the closed area of Ruby Line can be accessed from the Back Line side of the road closure.
Detour will be in place via Back Line and Dooling's Line. ...
Trail Closure - Mundy Pond Near Construction (November 18 - 8:00am to November 23 - 4:00pm
Posted on Friday, November 18, 2022 10:05 AM
The Mundy Pond Trail near the construction area will be temporarily closed to carry out site work for the Mews Centre replacement. This closure is in effect from Friday, November 18, 2022 at 8:00 am until Wednesday, November 23, at 4:00 pm. Trail patrons are advised to turn around at the construction barriers or find alternate routes along Blackmarsh Road and Blackler Avenue to avoid the construction area.
The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
Bannerman Park Washrooms Reopened
Posted on Friday, November 18, 2022 08:36 AM
Bannerman Park washrooms have reopened. The City thanks you for your patience.
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