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City of Saint John Hosting Affordable Housing Virtual Town Hall Engagement Sessions

By Giv'er Saint John / April 14, 2022

The City of Saint John is inviting anyone interested to participate in one of three town hall engagement sessions for the Affordable Housing Action Plan. Residents are encouraged to join in the discussion and provide input that will help identify the actions needed to guide the community’s response to maintain and create safe, suitable, and affordable housing options for all.…

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Seeking Victim Services Members

By Giv'er Saint John / April 14, 2022

The Saint John Police are recruiting mature, compassionate, and dependable individuals who are up to the challenge of becoming a Victim Service member. Victim Service members are an integral part of our emergency response to critical incidents. Although they are not counsellors, they volunteer their time to provide immediate crisis support to victims and survivors…

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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week – Dan Forbes

By Giv'er Saint John / April 14, 2022

Dan Forbes is one, among many, of our incredible Public Safety Telecommunicators in Saint John. He has been with the Public Safety Communications Centre since its inception in 1995. He has been an operator, trainer, acting supervisor and supervisor. His leadership, both formal and informal, within the Centre has made him a role model for…

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Uptown Gift Card Sale On Now!

By Giv'er Saint John / April 13, 2022

Your chance to save Uptown! Starting on April 12, 2022, at 9 AM get 20% off Uptown Gift Cards! These cards can be used at many different Uptown businesses. Use the code found on the Gift Card website for a purchase of $100 minimum to $500 maximum per person to qualify for this sale while…

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Renovations To The Shoppes Of City Hall Pedway Set To Begin

By Giv'er Saint John / April 5, 2022

Beginning Monday April 4, Fundy Harbour Group, owners of the building, will begin extensive renovations to the mall level of the Shoppes of City Hall pedway.  The project is expected to take four to six months and will be completed in two phases. Access to City Hall and all businesses in the pedway will remain open throughout the…

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Seatbelt Campaign April 3-9, 2022

By Giv'er Saint John / April 1, 2022

The Saint John Police will be conducting a Seatbelt Campaign between April 3-9, 2022. The campaign will focus on educating the public about the dangers associated with driving without properly wearing a seatbelt and on the enforcement of seatbelt legislation. This is one of several road safety campaigns that our Traffic Management Officers will target…

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Saint John Fire Department Is Actively Recruiting Holiday Relief Firefighters

By Giv'er Saint John / March 25, 2022

The Saint John Fire Department (SJFD) is currently recruiting holiday relief firefighters with a diverse range of skills, backgrounds, and experiences who will contribute to the success of our team. The SJFD is an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the communities they serve. A focus on diversity in the fire service supports Common…

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Saint John Parking Trials New Hotspot QR Code Payment Method

By Giv'er Saint John / March 25, 2022

The City of Saint John has re-opened 13 parking spaces at the top of King Street for the public to use while enjoying the Uptown core. These spaces will be the first to trial the new HotSpot QR code payment method. The HotSpot sign uses a QR code that directs users to make secure payments…

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City Seeks Public Input On The Creation Of A Ridesharing By-law

By Giv'er Saint John / March 24, 2022

The City of Saint John is looking for your input into the creation of a by-law for ridesharing companies on the City’s public engagement platform, Shape Your City Saint John. The Province of New Brunswick has passed legislation that sets standards for licensing and regulations for ridesharing companies within the Province. Under this legislation, the…

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Public Safety Alert – Imitation Firearms

By Giv'er Saint John / March 24, 2022

The Saint John Police would like to raise public awareness about the dangers and law as it relates to imitation firearms. The Saint John Police have increasingly encountered incidents involving imitation firearms such as airsoft, BB or pellet guns. Using an imitation firearm during the commission of an offence or for a dangerous purpose can…

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Fraud Alert – Bail Scam

By Giv'er Saint John / March 17, 2022

It is Fraud Prevention Month and the Saint John Police Fraud Unit would like to alert the public of an on-going bail scam targeting residents in our area. The scam typically involves a fraudster calling and identifying themselves as a relative, police officer or lawyer. The fraudster claims that the victim’s relative has been arrested…

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By-Law Number LG-17 A By-Law Respecting Weight Restrictions Within The City of Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / March 17, 2022

Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider giving third reading to the bylaw entitled, “By-Law Number L.G.-17, A By-Law respecting Weight Restrictions within The City of Saint John” at its meeting of March 21, 2022.   The by-law is a complete update to the…

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