The City of St. John’s announced its plans to safeguard voter access and uphold election integrity in response to the ongoing postal disruption.

Due to the City holiday tomorrow in observance of National Truth and Reconciliation Day, City Council Committee of the Whole will take place today, Monday, September 29, at 3 p.m.

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The City is working to address the impact of the current postal strike on the upcoming municipal election. 

Contractors may be working on a number of streets from September 29 to October 4 under the City’s annual streets rehabilitation and infrastructure maintenance programs.

 The City is actively developing a contingency plan to address vote-by-mail kits that may still be within the Canada Post system during the unexpected Canada Post labour disruption.

The City of St. John’s is proud to support First Light St. John’s Friendship Centre in observing Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2025. 

The City will observe National Truth and Reconciliation Day on Tuesday, Sept. 30, to honour survivors, their families and Indigenous communities, and to raise awareness about the legacy of residential schools in Canada.

Seniors and older adults are invited to celebrate Seniors Day on October 9 at our free event with information booths, light refreshments, prize draws and entertainment by Those Beautiful Uglysticks.

Stanley’s Lane, at the intersection of Bay Bulls Road, will be closed to traffic on Thursday, Sept 25, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.