Month: May 2023

Temporary Fisher Lakes Drive Closure For Rockwood Park Redevelopment

By Giv'er Saint John / May 4, 2023

  The City of Saint John is advising the public that the section of Fisher Lakes Drive at the Lily Lake and Duck Pond crossing will be temporarily closed to all traffic starting Monday, May 8 for a period of approximately three weeks to allow for construction to continue on the Rockwood Park redevelopment project. Work…

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Welcome New Business: United Colours Of Fashion

By Giv'er Saint John / May 2, 2023

Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association welcomes our new business member, United Colours Of Fashion. This non-profit organization recently moved to the Uptown area in March, and they are passionate about empowering newcomers and BIPOC/visible minority groups through training, education, and entrepreneurship opportunities. The organization is run by Rufina Ajalie and Christine Eruokwu two dedicated…

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Celebrate Mother’s Day Uptown | Unique Gifts, Delicious Dining & Fun Activities

By Giv'er Saint John / May 1, 2023

Looking for ways to celebrate Mother’s Day? Look no further than Uptown Saint John! Our charming historic district has many unique gift ideas, delicious dining options, and fun activities for you and your mom to enjoy. In this blog post, we’ll share some of the best ways to make the most of your Mother’s Day…

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City Invites Vendor Community To Attend Information Session Outlining New Social Procurement Initiative

By Giv'er Saint John / May 1, 2023

The City of Saint John is making changes to its procurement policy to incorporate social value into its procurement activities. These changes will contribute to the social and sustainability goals of the City, while continuing to deliver the best overall value to tax payers. The City is inviting the vendor community to attend one of…

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