Utilities

Utilities like phone, electricity and internet are offered by independent companies.

Telephone, cellphone and internet

There are a number of providers offering telephone, cellphone and internet services in St. John's. The costs associated with these communication services depend on the type and number of services the individual wishes to purchase. Search on your computer or use the St. John's Yellow Pages directory.

If you don't want to enroll in a long-distance package with a telephone company, a pre-paid long distance calling card is an alternative. These cards allow the owner to call long distance to many international locations at reduced rates. Cards can be found in grocery stores, large retail outlets and convenience stores throughout the city.

Newfoundland and Labrador public libraries provide public internet access throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. There is also free public Wi-Fi areas in some City facilities and in Victoria Park and Bannerman Park.

Television services

There are a number of providers offering television services in St. John's. The costs associated with these services depend on the what you order. Search on your computer or use the St. John's Yellow Pages directory.

Mail

Mail service is provided by Canada Post. Mailboxes can be found throughout the St. John's area. Mail is delivered either to your home or to free-standing mailbox units located in your neighbourhood. Additional information on the location of post offices, mailing rates, shipping parcels and change of address can be found at www.canadapost.ca.

Electricity and heating

Newfoundland Power is the provider of electricity in St. John's. Newcomers to the city will be required to use their service to meet their electricity needs. Some homes in the city have a heating furnace that requires the use of heating oil.  A full listing of home heating providers can be found in the Yellow Pages. Natural gas heating options are unavailable in St. John's.