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City Prepares for First Snow Storm of 2024

City crews are preparing for the winter storm forecasted to start today (January 5, 2024), continuing until Saturday morning, which could bring significant snowfall.  

Consider postponing non-essential travel during stormy conditions with low visibility. If you are driving, please allow extra time for the commute, slow down, and prepare for winter driving conditions.

City crews work around the clock on roads and designated sidewalks during and after a snowstorm. You can help our crews do their job...

Winter Activity Centre Opening

The Winter Activity Centre in the North Bank Lodge at Pippy Park is scheduled to open this Saturday, January 6, 2024. For up-to-date schedules and hours of operation call the snow line at 709-737-3651. 

During the winter, the Pippy Park campground is transformed into an area suitable for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Trails are lit for evening use and there is no cost to use the trails.

Rental hours of operation

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Residential Tax Bills

The City of St. John’s will begin forwarding the January to June 2024 Residential Tax Bills to Canada Post on Tuesday, January 9. Residents should receive their bill within the coming weeks. 

If you have any questions, please contact the City's Finance Department.
Phone: 709-576-8251
Email: taxation@stjohns.ca

Space Available in a Variety of Recreation Programs

We still have space in a variety of our recreation programs. We offer a diverse range of activities for individuals to explore and engage in various hobbies. Whether it's bridge, line dancing, ballroom dance, or learning to play a new instrument, there’s something for everyone. We also have space in our preschool program.

Bridge Level 1

Bridge level one for beginners introduces participants to the trick taking card game using a deck of cards with two competing partnerships.

Kenmount Terrace...

Youth Talent Show 2024

The City of St. John’s is hosting a Youth Talent Show, an annual event to showcase talents of our young stars. If you’re between the ages of 10 and 16 years, sign up today to perform your talent in a positive and encouraging environment. Whether you're a singer, dancer, musician, magician or possess a unique skill, this is your chance to shine!

Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024

Time: 2 p.m.

Location: D.F. Cook Recital Hall, School of Music, Memorial University

To participate, complete and submit an

Overnight Winter Parking Bans in Effect

On-street overnight winter parking bans are in effect from January 3 until April 5, 2024.

The following bans are in effect daily regardless of weather and street conditions:

• Downtown Business District: 4 to 6 a.m. on Water Street from Waldegrave Street to Prescott Street and Duckworth Street from New Gower to Cochrane Street

• Streets outside the designated downtown area: 12:30 to 7:30 a.m.

Tickets may be issued to vehicles parked on the street during the above-noted times, and any vehicle impeding...