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Opening Dates for Splash Pads and Outdoor Pools

The splash pads at the Kenmount Terrace Community Centre and Bannerman Park will open for the season on Thursday, June 19.

Splash pads are in operation from 9 a.m. to dusk, daily.

The splash pad at Bowring Park will also be operational with the opening of the outdoor pools at Bowring and Bannerman Park on Wednesday, July 2.

Visit StJohns.ca/PoolsAndSplashPads for full schedules and further information.

Patrons may bring their own lifejackets, kickboards, flippers, hand-paddles and pull-buoys....

Application - 166 St. Clare Avenue

A Discretionary Use application has been submitted by Phonetastic Repair for 166 St. Clare Avenue.

Description

The application is a Home Occupation for mobile phone repair. The floor area will be approximately 9.29m² and operate Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. The business will have up to 3 clients per day. Off-street parking is available.

Comment By

9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Comments

Provide your comments to the Office of the City Clerk including your name and address to cityclerk@stjohns.ca...

Application - 413 Bay Bulls Road

A change of Non-Conforming Use application has been submitted by Advanced Autoworks & Detail Centre Ltd. for 413 Bay Bulls Road.

Description

The proposed application is a change of Non-Conforming Use to add Car Sales Lot to an existing Commercial Garage and Office Use. The new Use will operate out of the Office, which has a floor area of approximately 41.8m². Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. No vehicles will be sold on-site.

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9:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Call for Expressions of Interest Deadline Extended - St. John's Local Board of Appeal

The City of St. John’s invites expressions of interest from persons wishing to become a member of the St. John’s Local Board of Appeal to fill two vacancies. The City believes in equal opportunity and is committed to reflecting the community’s diversity on our boards and committees.

The Appeal Board hears appeals of decisions of the City made under the City’s Development Regulations with respect to:

• applications to undertake development
• revocation of an approval or permit to undertake development

National Indigenous Peoples Day (Observed) Holiday Closures - June 23, 2025

Please be advised that City offices and recreation facilities will be closed for National Indigenous Peoples Day (Observed) on Monday, June 23.

Please note the following:

• Garbage and recycling will be collected on Monday.
• The Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility is open for commercial users only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• All City parking by-laws are still in effect including paid parking regulations as Monday is not a Shops Closing Holiday.
• Street cleaning operations will occur as scheduled on...

Downtown Pedestrian Mall to Open June 26

The Downtown Pedestrian Mall will return on June 26 and run until September 1, 2025. Operating daily from noon until 10 p.m., Water Street from Adelaide Street to Prescott Street will once again transform into a bustling people-friendly zone. 

Since its introduction in 2020, the Downtown Pedestrian Mall has grown into a beloved annual tradition that provides a safe and fun space for pedestrians to explore Downtown St. John’s. 

Highlights of this year's Downtown Pedestrian Mall include: 

• Pop-up events...

New Edible Orchard to be Planted at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre

The City of St. John’s is pleased to announce that a new edible orchard will soon take root at the new H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, thanks to funding support from Tree Canada.

The orchard will include a variety of apple, cherry, plum and pear trees, with a total of 60 trees being planted on site. Once established, the orchard will provide fresh fruit for the community to enjoy, promote local food security, and support the City’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Tree...