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City Seeking Feedback on University Area and Cowan Heights Neighbourhoods

The City of St. John’s invites residents and businesses to provide feedback and ideas to support the development of new neighbourhood plans for the University Area and Cowan Heights.

“We want the input of local residents as we plan for the future of their neighbourhoods,” said Councillor Maggie Burton, lead for Planning. “With growth on the horizon, we want to work with each community to collaborate on a vision that has room for new development while respecting the needs of those who already...

Notice of Tax Sale - December 2, 2024

Pursuant to the provisions of the City of St. John's Municipal Taxation Act, and with particular reference to sections 35 and 36 thereof, the City of St. John’s hereby offers for sale, by public auction for arrears of taxes, the following properties situate at St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador: List of Properties Time and Place of Sale

The above noted properties will be sold by public auction on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Foran/Greene Room, 4th Floor, City Hall.

Conditions of...

Remembrance Day Holiday City Schedule 2024

Due to the Remembrance Day holiday on Monday, November 11, all City offices and facilities will be closed.

Please note:

• Garbage, recycling and yard waste collection will not occur on Monday, it will be collected on Tuesday, November 12, along with regular Tuesday collection. Waste collection time may be later than usual as waste from two areas will be collected.
• Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility will be closed to residential and commercial users on Monday.
• All City parking by-laws are still...

Young Voices in Business Event

In recognition of Global Entrepreneurship Week (November 18 to 24, 2024), the City of St. John’s is hosting Young Voices in Business, an event for 18 to 30-year-olds interested in starting or growing a business. Event details are as follows:

• Date: Thursday, November 21
• Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
• Location: St. John’s Community Market, 245 Freshwater Rd

The free event, which is hosted by City’s Youth Engagement Working Group, will focus on young business owners sharing their stories and experiences.

The event will...

Ward 3 By-Election Results

The votes for the Ward 3 By-Election have been counted and residents have elected a new council representative, Greg Noseworthy.

Please see the list below showing the candidates and the final vote count:

• Scott Fitzgerald - 837

• Walter Harding - 958

• Mark House - 319

• Paul Morgan - 491

• Greg Noseworthy - 1940

Please note these are unofficial results. By-Election results will be certified by the Office of the City Clerk by Thursday, November 7.