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City of St. John’s Expands Municipal Habitat Conservation Agreement

The City of St. John’s is proud to announce the expansion of its Municipal Habitat Conservation Agreement, a significant step forward in protecting local wildlife and natural spaces for future generations. The Municipal Habitat Conservation Agreement, created in partnership with SAM and the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, recognizes ecologically significant lands and guides the City’s long-term efforts to conserve wetland and terrestrial habitat within its boundaries. The expanded...

Pools and Hot Tubs: Install Safely, Enjoy Responsibly

As temperatures rise, many residents are looking forward to cooling off and relaxing in backyard pools and hot tubs. Whether permanent or temporary, these amenities offer plenty of summer fun—but they also come with serious safety responsibilities.

The City of St. John’s reminds all residents to take proper precautions and follow City regulations when installing and using pools and hot tubs.

Permit and Installation Requirements

Before installation, contact the City’s Inspection Services Division...

Promulgation Notice - St. John’s Commercial Property Tax and Vacancy Relief By-Law

Promulgation Notice

Take notice that the St. John’s Municipal Council has enacted the St. John’s Commercial Property Tax and Vacancy Relief By-Law.

The said By-Law was passed by Council on the 3rd day of June, A.D., 2025, to repeal and replace the St. John’s Commercial Property Tax By-Law enacted by Council on October 29, 2012. 

All persons who wish to view such Regulations may view same at the Office of the City Solicitor of the St. John’s Municipal Council at City Hall, and any person who wishes...

City of St. John’s Seeks Public Input to Plan the Future of Downtown

The City of St. John’s is inviting residents, businesses, and interested parties to an Open House on June 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at City Hall to provide feedback on several initiatives to plan the future for downtown.

“We’ve heard from residents, business owners, and community leaders that downtown matters — and they want to see action,” said Mayor Danny Breen. “The message is clear: people want a downtown that is safe, welcoming, full of opportunity and thriving year-round. The City is ready to...

Fire Ban Extended To Thursday, June 5

Please be advised that the fire ban effect for the St. John’s Regional Fire Department Region including St. John’s, Mount Pearl, and Paradise has been extended to Thursday, June 5 due to current and anticipated dry weather conditions. The ban will be re-evaluated leading into the weekend.

🚫 Not allowed:
• Outdoor wood-burning appliances
• Charcoal BBQs
• Open fires

✅ Still permitted:
• Propane firepits
• Propane BBQs

The SJRFD reminds you to be fire safe when using propane firepits and barbeques, to...

Application - 99 Pearltown Road

A Discretionary Use application has been submitted for 99 Pearltown Road.

Description

An application has been submitted for an extension to an existing Single Detached Dwelling, which is a Discretionary Use. The proposed Dwelling extension will be approximately 35m². A variance on the side yard setback has been requested.

Comment By

9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Comments

Provide your comments to the Office of the City Clerk including your name and address to cityclerk@stjohns.ca or P.O. Box 908,...

Cruise Ship Silver Dawn arrives June 4

The Silver Dawn with 660 passengers is scheduled to arrive in the Port of St. John’s at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, and depart at 6 p.m.

Please note that ship arrivals and departures are subject to various conditions, including weather and ships’ schedules. For the most up-to-date information on cruise ships coming to the City of St. John’s call the Cruise Information Line.

Parking Impact

The public is reminded that parking is limited on Harbour Drive during cruise ship visits to accommodate tour...