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Donate to REAL and Give the Gift of Play
Posted on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 01:14 PM
This holiday season consider giving the gift of play to a child in need by donating to the REAL Program.
The REAL Program is a nonprofit program that provides recreation and leisure opportunities to children and youth in financial need by matching them with an organized recreational activity of their choice. It costs approximately $200 to provide a program or class space for one young person.
Donations of $20 or above will receive a tax receipt upon request. Holiday-themed cards are also available...
2025 Canada Games Launches Province-wide Mascot Challenge
Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 04:36 PM
The 2025 Canada Games Host Society is inviting students in grades 4-6 in Newfoundland and Labrador to design the official mascot of the 2025 Canada Games.
Youth are asked to create a mascot that’s either an object, animal, or character that reflects the identity, culture, and heritage of St. John’s and Newfoundland and Labrador.
“This is a chance for students to create the iconic face of the 2025 Canada Games and leave a lasting mark on this national event,” said Karen Sherriffs, 2025 Canada...
Street Rehab - November 20 to 25
Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 01:17 PM
Contractors may be working on the following streets from November 20 to 25 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include concrete/street excavation, concrete work, paving, heater scarifying, utility adjustment, ditch cleaning and culvert installation. Commuters may experience traffic delays in these areas:
Allandale Road (near turnaround)
Brier Avenue
Canada Drive (Hamlyn Road to Columbus Drive)
Columbus Drive (Wexford Street to...
Holiday Lights at Bowring Park
Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 10:43 AM
Ring in the holiday season with our 22nd annual celebration of music and lights at Bowring Park Duck Pond on Saturday, December 2 at 5 p.m. The event will feature local entertainment as we officially light up the duck pond. More details will be provided closer to the event, visit StJohns.ca/HolidayLights for updates.
Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Community Food Sharing Association, and a reusable mug for free hot chocolate provided by the St. John’s Lions Club.
Enjoy the holiday...
Traffic Lights Shut Down - Allandale Road / Bonaventure Avenue / Elizabeth Avenue Intersection
Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 10:11 AM
Saturday, November 18 - 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Motorists are advised that the traffic lights at the Allandale Road/Bonaventure Avenue/Elizabeth Avenue intersection will be shut down starting at 7 a.m. on Saturday, November 18 to facilitate paving in the area. Flag persons will be on site directing traffic. Motorists should anticipate delays and use alternate routes where possible. Power will be restored by 5 p.m.
The City of St. John's apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an...
Resident Feedback for Budget 2024
Posted on Thursday, November 16, 2023 02:18 PM
Each year, Council ratifies the City of St. John's' annual budget and sets the mill rates in December for the upcoming year. The budget outlines the City's projected revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year.
Feedback to inform the budget is collected continuously throughout the year by Council from constituents. This feedback is reviewed and reflected upon by Council when making budget decisions.
In preparation for the delivery of the 2024 budget in December, the City is encouraging...
Detour - Duckworth Street (King's Road to Holloway Street)
Posted on Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:04 AM
7:00 a.m. Monday, November 20 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 24
A detour will be in place on Duckworth Street from November 20 to 24 to facilitate construction related to the Provincial Government’s National War Memorial refurbishment project.
Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times for businesses in the area and business owners are encouraged to speak to the project representatives on site with any concerns.
Residents are also advised that some on-road parking on Water Street and...
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