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Traffic Advisory: Portugal Cove Road, Major’s Path and Airport Heights Drive

Work continues on the future roundabout at Portugal Cove Road, Major’s Path, and Airport Heights Drive.

On Thursday, April 30, westbound traffic west of the intersection will be reduced to one lane until 4 p.m. Delays are expected to be minimal. 

The City of St. John’s will provide updates on traffic interruptions and progress throughout the duration of the project. You can follow progress for this project at EngageStJohns.ca and/or subscribe to receive the latest City news and advisories. 

REVISED: 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 Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2 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...

Traffic Advisory - Kenna's Hill

To facilitate sanitary and storm line installations, there will be a lane reduction southbound on Kenna’s Hill from Wednesday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 20.

Motorists should expect delays. Pedestrian access will be maintained, and flag persons will be on site to direct traffic.

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), email access@stjohns.ca or submit an inquiry online.

City Releases What We Heard Report for Young Adult Engagement

The City of St. John’s has released a What We Heard report summarizing findings from public engagement which took place from November 2025 to March 2026. The engagement gathered feedback from residents aged 17 to 30 and will help inform the development of a new young adult engagement strategy that reflects the current needs and expectations of young adults.

The What We Heard document will be shared at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. 

Highlights of What We Heard include: 

Traffic Advisory: Cornwall Avenue

Motorists are advised that there is a temporary lane reduction for Cornwall Avenue on Monday, April 27 to facilitate sewer main repairs. Work is anticipated to be completed this evening. Signage will be in place and flag persons will be on site. Slowdowns and delays will be experienced. 

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), email access@stjohns.ca or submit an inquiry online

Bridge Rehabilitation on Columbus Drive at Waterford Bridge Road Overpass Resumes April 29

Bridge rehabilitation work on the Columbus Drive overpass near Waterford Bridge Road is scheduled to resume on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, and is expected to be completed by August 2026.

Work completed in 2025 included improvements to sidewalks, the median, and areas beneath the overpass. The 2026 construction season will focus on asphalt removal, structural repairs, and repaving of the overpass deck.

Motorists can expect lane reductions and delays on Columbus Drive throughout the project. At...

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 from Tuesday, April 28 to Thursday, April 30 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...