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City of St. John’s Announces Appointment of Derek Coffey to City Manager

City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Coffey as City Manager with the City of St. John’s. In this role, Derek will provide overall leadership for the City’s administration, oversee municipal operations, and support Council in delivering programs and services to residents.

“On behalf of Council, I am very pleased to welcome Derek into the role of City Manager,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “With extensive municipal experience and a deep understanding of our organization, Derek...

Update on Traffic Calming Measures on City Streets

The City of St. John’s is implementing additional traffic calming measures in 2026.

Temporary speed cushions will be installed this spring and removed in late fall at the following locations:

• Great Eastern Avenue – Iceland Place to Ladysmith Drive
• Heffernan’s Line – Back Line to Main Road
• Middleton Street – Harding Road to Newfoundland Drive
• Old Bay Bulls Road – Elliott’s Road to Rosemarkie Street
• Parsons Road – Ennis Avenue to Logy Bay Road

Following the trial period, households on these streets will be...

Delayed Opening: Southlands and Kilbride Lions Community Centres

Due to ongoing snow clean-up efforts, there will be a delayed opening at the Southlands and Kilbride Lions Community Centres of 2 p.m. on February 19, 2026.

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Facilities Update - February 19, 2026

Please be advised that City Hall and recreation facilities will open at 10 a.m. today, February 19.

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Storm Update: Waste Collection & Early Morning Swims Cancelled – February 19

The City of St. John’s advises that lane and leisure swims scheduled for 7 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre and H.G.R. Mews Community Centre are cancelled due to expected weather conditions.

Waste collection is also cancelled on Thursday, February 19. A further update will be provided tomorrow on the updated collection schedule for both Wednesday and Thursday collection. 

An update will be provided at 7 a.m. on February 19, once weather and road conditions have...

City Releases Heritage Strategic Plan

The City of St. John’s has released its new Heritage Strategic Plan, a long-term roadmap outlining how the City will manage, protect, and celebrate its heritage from 2026 to 2036. Council approved the plan at its February 17 meeting.

“The Heritage Strategic Plan provides a clear and coordinated approach to protecting what makes St. John’s unique,” said Councillor Tom Davis, Council lead for Planning and Heritage. “Heritage is about more than buildings. It reflects our history, culture,...

Facilities to Remain Closed: February 18, 2026

Please be advised that all City facilities, including City Hall, recreation facilities, and the Residential Drop-Off at Robin Hood Bay, will remain closed Wednesday, February 18. The Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility will remain open to commercial users only.

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