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Housing Accelerator Fund Incentives for Homeowners and Developers Announced

The City of St. John’s announced two new Housing Accelerator Fund incentives today: grants for homeowners for additional housing units and an incentive program for developers who are building multi-unit purpose built rentals.

In March 2024, the City announced that it has been allocated over $10.4 million in federal funding through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Housing Accelerator Fund to stimulate housing growth. This funding will support the implementation of these new incentives,...

Shanneyganock Hitting the Stage at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall

Shanneyganock will be hitting the stage at the Downtown Pedestrian Mall as part of Music on Water! Join us on Saturday, August 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. near Solomon’s Lane for an unforgettable performance. Opening performance by Darcy Scott! Attendees are welcome to bring along a folding chair for seating. 

Shanneyganock has been a driving force in Newfoundland and Labrador’s music scene for three decades. Founded by Chris Andrews and Mark Hiscock, the band is known for their stirring ballads, powerful...

Cruise Ship Norwegian Star arrives August 12

The Norwegian Star with 3000 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 7 a.m. on Monday, August 12, and depart at 5 p.m.

Please note that ship arrivals and departures are subject to various conditions, including weather and ships’ schedules. For the most up-to-date information on cruise ships coming to the City of St. John’s call the Cruise Information Line.

Parking Impact

The public is reminded that parking is limited on Harbour Drive during cruise ship visits to accommodate...

Music @ Bowring Park Cancelled - August 10

Due to forecasted wet weather, the Music @ Bowring Park concert scheduled for Saturday, August 10 at 3 p.m. featuring Youngtree & Carole Bee has been cancelled.

Please visit the Music @ Concert Series page for a full schedule of upcoming events.