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H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Pool Delayed Opening - September 23

The City of St. John’s advises that the swimming pool located at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre will have a delayed opening Tuesday, September 23 to allow for a pool water treatment. As we continue settling into our new facility, occasional adjustments like this are a normal part of ensuring the highest standard of safety, comfort, and service for our users.

The pool will reopen for afternoon programming on Tuesday, September 23. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

St. John’s Municipal Election – Important Voting Information

The City of St. John’s municipal election takes place on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

Residents are reminded that the last day to return vote-by-mail kits by mail is Wednesday, September 24. After this date, completed kits must be returned to one of the City’s secure drop boxes.

If you have not yet received a kit, please check the Voter Registration Portal before 4:30 p.m. on September 24 to confirm your registration. The portal will be closed for new registrations after this time. New registrants...

Traffic Advisory - Ordnance Street

Starting on Tuesday, September 23, Ordnance Street will be closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to facilitate paving.

Passenger vehicles are asked to detour via Wood Street. Commercial vehicles must detour via Cochrane Street. The detour is scheduled to conclude in approximately two weeks. Access for locals and pedestrians will be maintained. Please obey signage and flagpersons in the area.

The City of St. John's apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, contact...

Cruise Ships arrive September 22 and September 24

The Europa, with 408 passengers, is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 8 a.m. on Monday, September 22, and depart at 5 p.m. The Allura, with 1371 passengers, is scheduled to arrive at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24 and depart at 7 p.m.

Please note that ship arrivals and departures are subject to various conditions, including weather and ships’ schedules. For the most up-to-date information on cruise ships coming to the City of St. John’s call the Cruise Information Line.

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Road Closure - Empire Ave (Jensen Camp Rd To Welland St)

Motorists are advised that due to watermain repairs Empire Ave (Jensen Camp Rd to Welland St) is closed today, Saturday, September 20, 2025, until 10:00 p.m.

Use an alternate route and expect delays. Emergency vehicles and local traffic, including those visiting family, friends, businesses in the area will have access, while all through traffic will be detoured.

For details and a map of the area visit the Water Advisory webpage.

The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.