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City Council Meeting Recap: March 11, 2025

The following is a recap of the City of St. John's Regular Council Meeting on March 11, 2025, which provides an overview of Council decisions. All related documents for the decisions below, video and the full agenda from the meeting is available by clicking the link below. 

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Council Honours Councillor Debbie Hanlon 

Council paid tribute to Councillor Debbie Hanlon at this week's council meeting, who passed away on March 4. Councillor Burton read her obituary which was an...

St. Patrick’s Day Holiday City Schedule – March 17, 2025

Due to the St. Patrick’s Day holiday on Monday, March 17, City offices and facilities will be closed.

Please note:

• Garbage and recycling will be collected as scheduled on Monday, March 17.
• The Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility is open for commercial users only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• All City parking by-laws are still in effect including paid parking regulations as Monday is not a Shops Closing holiday.
• The Loop at Bannerman Park will be open, weather permitting. Call 709-733-LOOP (5667).

Plumbing Permits: Why They Matter

Renovating or building a home can be stressful, but having the proper permits in place can save you time, money, and headaches. While plumbing permits might not be top of mind during renovations, they are essential for many projects and should be part of your planning process.

Why Get a Plumbing Permit?

1. Ensure safety and quality: A plumbing permit, obtained through a licensed contractor, ensures your work meets the safety and quality standards outlined in the National Plumbing Code. This is...

City Awards Over $1.8M in Community and Capital Grants

At the March 11, 2025 City Council Meeting, over $1.8 million was approved for Community and Capital Grants. For 2025, community grants total $1,312,500 and capital grants total $489,630 plus $43,127 in waived permit and development fees.

The City of St. John's grants and subsidies program makes available financial and other resources to nonprofit organizations and individuals whose programming supports the City’s strategic directions.  

“We are proud to support the community groups, organizations,...

City Offering Community Event Space on Downtown Pedestrian Mall

The City of St. John's is offering free space on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall for organizations to engage with the community in creative ways.

Interested organizations are encouraged to apply by completing the application form and outlining their ideas for enhancing the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. Please review all requirements before submitting.

Space is limited, and submitting an application does not guarantee approval. City staff will contact applicants directly regarding their submissions.

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World Poetry Day Reading Event

The City of St. John’s will be hosting a World Poetry Day Reading Event on Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. in the Foran Greene Room, Fourth Floor, City Hall.

The event will be hosted by the City’s Poet Laureate Mark Callanan and feature the following six poets:

• Maggie Burton
• Mary Dalton
• George Murray
• Michelle Porter
• Craig Francis Power
• Aaron Tucker

This is a public event and registration is not required. Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be served.