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Garbage Must Be Covered Beginning April 1

Garbage put out at the curb for collection must be completely covered from April 1 through November 30. Acceptable methods of covering garbage include using nets or containers (metal or plastic) with a closed lid. City garbage cart lids must also be completely closed.

Waste is not permitted at the curb before 6 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. This helps to reduce the amount of litter in your neighbourhood and on city streets, parks and open spaces.

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City of St. John’s Adjusts Social Media Strategy Following Platform Review

The City of St. John’s is adjusting its social media presence following a review of platform performance and engagement. The City will deactivate its corporate X (formerly Twitter) account, along with the What’s Happening St. John’s and Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) X accounts, effective April 4. The St. John’s Regional Fire Department has also made the decision to deactivate its X account.  The review highlighted concerns about the X platform, including reduced audience engagement,...

Space in Adult and Older Adult Spring Recreation Programs

There’s space in our adult & older adult programs! Looking to explore something new or revisit a hobby? We've got something for you! Join us for paint nights, learn to knit, bridge (level 3), ukulele for beginners, drop-in chess, rug hooking and drawing.

Paint Nights

Have fun and socialize while creating an acrylic painting on canvas led by an instructor. No experience required; materials provided.    

Southlands Community Centre: Monday, April 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Kilbride Community Centre: Sunday,...

Overnight Parking Bans Ending

The following on-street overnight parking bans are ending effective immediately as of this notice:

• Downtown Business District: 4 to 6 a.m. on Water Street (from Waldegrave Street to Prescott Street) and Duckworth Street (from New Gower to Cochrane Street)
• Streets outside the designated downtown area: 12:30 to 7:30 a.m.

Residents are reminded that the Weather-Related Parking Ban may be implemented on roads outside the downtown area during or following adverse weather events.

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City of St. John's Addresses Allegations of Conflict of Interest Involving Councillor Ellsworth

The City of St. John's requested an independent investigation into allegations of conflict of interest involving Councillor Ron Ellsworth. The allegations relate to a piece of property on Goldstone Street which was acquired by the City of St. John’s to complete upgrades to the road network in the area to improve safety. Councillor Ellsworth was the real estate agent for the property.

The investigation was initiated by Council following outside allegations. The complainant chose not to file an...

The Loop Closed for the Season

Due to weather conditions, the Loop at Bannerman Park will remain closed for the season effective Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

311 App Unavailable (March 19, 2025)

System maintenance is scheduled for the City's mobile app '311 St. John's' overnight tonight from 11:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. Thursday, March 20.

The app will not be in service during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.