City Seeking Feedback from Businesses on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall

The City of St. John’s invites businesses and organizations in the downtown area to share their perspectives on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. The feedback collected will help shape the plan for the Downtown Pedestrian Mall for 2026 and beyond.

“Local businesses are a vital part of the fabric of our community and economy,” said council lead for Special Events and Cruise, Councillor Jill Bruce. “By consulting with the business community, we’ll better understand how the Downtown Pedestrian Mall can be modified or improved to continue to be a dynamic and attractive destination for both residents and visitors.”

Engagement will be open from January 7 to February 9. Feedback can be provided by:

• Completing the online survey for businesses.
• Providing feedback during a business engagement session.
• Sending an email to engage@stjohns.ca; or 
• Calling 311 and asking to speak to a member of the project team. 

Engagement sessions, organized by business sector, will take place from Monday, January 20 to Wednesday, February 5. For more information about the project and to register for a session, visit Engage St. John’s.

“We are keen to understand how businesses view the Downtown Pedestrian Mall and what improvements could support their goals,” said Councillor Bruce. “This is an opportunity to align our future planning with the needs of local businesses and ensure the Downtown Pedestrian Mall makes a positive impact.”

This engagement is part of a long-term plan for 2026 and beyond, building on previous feedback gathered from residents and visitors in 2024.

The City has a strategic direction to be a Connected City where people feel connected, have a sense of belonging and are actively engaged in community life. Developing and delivering programs, services and public spaces that build safe, healthy and vibrant communities is key to advancing this direction.