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Lane Reduction - Duckworth Street (from King's Road to Holloway Street)

Posted on Friday, November 24, 2023 12:05 PM

Monday, November 27 to Monday, December 4

Motorists are advised that Duckworth Street from King’s Road to Holloway Street will be reduced to one lane to facilitate the ongoing construction project adjacent to the National War Memorial. Signage will be in place and traffic lights and/or flag persons will be on site. Motorists may experience delays as a result.

Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times for businesses in the area and business owners are encouraged to speak to the project...

Street Closure - Springdale Street (from Water Street to George Street West)

Posted on Friday, November 24, 2023 09:49 AM

Motorists are advised that Springdale Street, from Water Street to George Street West, will be closed from November 27 to December 1 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to facilitate the ongoing construction of the JAG Hotel. A traffic detour will be in place.

The City of St. John’s apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, contact Access St. John’s by calling 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489), via the app 311 St. John’s, or by email access@stjohns.ca

Road Closures & Parking Restrictions - Downtown Christmas Parade

Posted on Thursday, November 23, 2023 09:30 AM

Sunday, November 26th - (inclement weather date is Sunday, December 3rd)

(the decision to postpone will be made by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the parade)

The 2023 Downtown Christmas Parade, organized by Downtown St. John's, is scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 26th beginning at noon.

FREE Metrobus Santa Shuttle

Free wheelchair accessible Park and Ride service is available for the Downtown St. John’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, November 26th.

Service is available on a load and go basis starting...

Cancellation: Recreation Classes

Posted on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 04:42 PM

The following classes are cancelled on November 22, 2023 due to instructor availability:

Aquatic Fitness at 7 p.m., Paul Reynolds Community Centre

Mews Body Pump at 6:30 p.m., H.G.R. Mews Community Centre

The City apologizes for any inconvenience.

Donate to REAL and Give the Gift of Play

Posted on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 01:14 PM

This holiday season consider giving the gift of play to a child in need by donating to the REAL Program.

The REAL Program is a nonprofit program that provides recreation and leisure opportunities to children and youth in financial need by matching them with an organized recreational activity of their choice. It costs approximately $200 to provide a program or class space for one young person.

Donations of $20 or above will receive a tax receipt upon request. Holiday-themed cards are also available...

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2025 Canada Games Launches Province-wide Mascot Challenge

Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 04:36 PM

The 2025 Canada Games Host Society is inviting students in grades 4-6 in Newfoundland and Labrador to design the official mascot of the 2025 Canada Games.

Youth are asked to create a mascot that’s either an object, animal, or character that reflects the identity, culture, and heritage of St. John’s and Newfoundland and Labrador.

“This is a chance for students to create the iconic face of the 2025 Canada Games and leave a lasting mark on this national event,” said Karen Sherriffs, 2025 Canada...

Street Rehab - November 20 to 25

Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 01:17 PM

Contractors may be working on the following streets from November 20 to 25 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs. Work could include concrete/street excavation, concrete work, paving, heater scarifying, utility adjustment, ditch cleaning and culvert installation. Commuters may experience traffic delays in these areas:

Allandale Road (near turnaround)

Brier Avenue

Canada Drive (Hamlyn Road to Columbus Drive)

Columbus Drive (Wexford Street to...

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