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Application - 227 Empire Avenue

A change of Non-Conforming Use application has been submitted by Duo Maple T & I Inc. for 227 Empire Avenue.

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The proposed application is a change of Non-Conforming Use at 227 Empire Avenue from a Restaurant to a Restaurant and Retail Use for grocery items. The business will occupy a floor area of approximately 70 m2 with hours of operation Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Off-street parking is provided.

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9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2026

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Traffic Advisory - Intersection of Water Street and Prescott Street

To facilitate work on the Water Street Infrastructure Project, there will be disruptions at the intersection of Water Street and Prescott Street on Thursday, May 14 as follows:

• Traffic along Water Street will be reduced to one shared lane for both directions.
• Eastbound traffic on Water Street will not be able to turn left onto Prescott Street.
• Westbound traffic on Water Street will continue to be able to turn right onto Prescott Street (no change).
• All Southbound traffic on Prescott Street will be...

City of St. John's Implements New Water Conservation Stages

The Water Conservation Order has been in place since 2002 and continues to guide outdoor water use in St. John’s. To better reflect changing conditions and help residents understand when and why conservation is needed, the City has introduced a new four-stage water conservation system.

This staged approach allows the City to respond more clearly and effectively during periods of high demand, dry weather, or pressure on the water supply, while also raising awareness about the importance of using...

Students Inspire Action at City of St. John’s SUPER Speak-Off Event

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, the City of St. John’s hosted the annual Speak Up and Promote Environmental Responsibilities (SUPER) Speak-Off Event at City Hall Council Chambers.

The event brought together talented Grade 6 students from Bishop Abraham Elementary, Hazelwood Elementary, Macdonald Drive Elementary, and Roncalli Elementary Schools. Prior to the final event, each participating school hosted its own speak-off competition, where up to three finalists were selected to advance to the...

City Releases What We Heard Reports for Rennie’s River, Central and Mundy Pond Neighbourhoods

The City of St. John’s has released What We Heard reports summarizing findings from the second phase of public engagement which took place in February and March 2026 on the development of plans for the Rennie’s River, Central and Mundy Pond neighbourhoods.

Once complete, the plans will translate the vision and high-level policies from the Envision St. John’s Municipal Plan to local policies and improvements for each neighbourhood. These plans set out objectives and policies for: land use mix,...

Employment Pathways & Services in NL Event

Looking for information about working and building connections in St. John’s?

The City of St. John’s is partnering with Collective Interchange and Expertise Hub Cooperative to host Employment Pathways & Services in NL, an event designed to help people who are new to St. John’s learn more about local employment supports, career pathways, and opportunities to connect with organizations and employers.

Finding employment in a new city can be challenging, especially when navigating unfamiliar systems,...

Keeping Sports Fields Dog-Free, Safe and Enjoyable

The City of St. John’s is reminding residents that dogs are not permitted on sports facilities (sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, or other fenced recreational facilities) whether on or off leash. These spaces are reserved for recreation and organized sports and maintaining them as dog-free areas helps ensure they remain safe and well-maintained.

Even when it’s not visible, dog waste can leave behind bacteria and parasites that may pose health risks to people using the fields. This is...