Arts & Entertainment

Local Love is in the Air (and on the streets)

By Giv'er Saint John / July 8, 2025

Uptown has a bold new look, just in time for summer and Canada Day! Have you spotted the new banners flying high around Uptown Saint John? They’re hard to miss – bright, beautiful, and full of Local Love. Each one is a celebration of the businesses, people, and neighbourhood spirit that make this place so special.…

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Uptown Box Art 2025

By Giv'er Saint John / July 8, 2025

The Uptown Saint John BIA is super excited to present a new art installation in King’s Square (corner of Charlotte Street and King’s Square North). Our very first traffic box artistic installation was done by local artist, Fabiola Martinez in 2022. Due to infrastructure changes on Charlotte Street over the past year, that box was…

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Uptown Looks a Little Brighter Thanks to Uptown Clean Sweep 2025!

By Giv'er Saint John / June 2, 2025

This year’s Uptown Clean Sweep brought together 93 passionate volunteers from 12 local businesses who joined our Uptown Saint John BIA team to help tidy and beautify our streets. With 820 lbs of garbage collected, this event is a shining example of what community collaboration can do. See all the action, smiles, and teamwork in…

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Uptown Sparkles Event Wins A Prestigious Award

By Giv'er Saint John / May 16, 2025

Press Releases Uptown Sparkles Event Wins A Prestigious Award! 2025 BIA Award PR.docxDownload ED, Nancy Tissington and Operations Manager, Nick Crozier – Accepting the Award About Uptown Saint John Inc. Uptown Saint John Inc. (USJI), the local business improvement association, is a not-for-profit that is legislated by the province of New Brunswick and takes in…

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Quick Look at a Few of the New Businesses in Uptown Saint John | Early 2025 Edition

By Giv'er Saint John / May 16, 2025

Something new is always brewing Uptown! Whether you’re looking for a fresh lunch spot, a creative hangout, meaningful gifts, or a space to move and recharge, these businesses are here to deliver. From helping little learners grow to giving readers and writers a cozy place to connect, each adds more personality to our Uptown community.…

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Explore Uptown Saint John over March Break

By Giv'er Saint John / February 21, 2025

In partnership with Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency. Read their blog post; Spend Your March Break in #UptownSJ Note: Updated February 2025, originally posted March 2023 Hey there, fellow parents! March Break is here, and if you’re looking for fun ways to keep the kids entertained (without hearing “I’m bored” on repeat), Uptown…

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Valentine’s Day in Uptown Saint John: Love, Charm & Unforgettable Moments

By Giv'er Saint John / February 13, 2025

In partnership with Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency Read their blog post; LOVE was Made for Me and You in #UptownSJ Updated January 2025, First published February 2023 Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down and celebrate love. There’s no better place to do it than Uptown Saint John. Uptown makes…

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2nd Year of ‘Student Created’ Banners on Prince William Street

By Giv'er Saint John / August 7, 2024

The Business Improvement Association, Uptown Saint John Inc., has recently installed new artistic banners on historic Prince William Street. This is the second year for an installation of this kind, showcasing our wonderful, talented youth! These banners were created, by local students from École des Pionniers, Centre Scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain, St. Malachy’s Memorial High School, Touchstone…

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Welcome Sakura Fu Sushi | New Business in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / June 21, 2024

We are delighted to welcome Sakura Fu Sushi, the newest culinary gem to join the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association! Find this wonderful new food addition in the Market Square Food Court. Owners Dan Fu and Yawen Li bring the authentic flavours of Japanese cuisine to their menu by crafting their dishes with the…

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Welcome JO’s Samosas and Sweets | New Business in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / June 19, 2024

We are excited to welcome JO’s Samosas and Sweets, a fantastic new business in the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association. Owned by Orastagul Mirsolieva and Jumaboy Marakhimov, this wonderful eatery is now permanently located in the bustling Saint John City Market. They started selling samosas as a pop-up at Queen Square Market, then moved…

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Welcome Charlotte Street Bakery | New Business in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / June 19, 2024

We are thrilled to welcome Charlotte Street Bakery, a fantastic new addition to the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association! Loretta Landry and Maggie Bryson, the owners of Jeremiah’s Deli, have expanded their culinary endeavours with this delightful bakery located right next door in the Saint John City Market. Charlotte Street Bakery and Jeremiah’s Deli…

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Welcome Milberry Marketing | New Business in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / May 21, 2024

We are thrilled to introduce a new addition to Uptown Saint John: Milberry Marketing at its new home on Prince William Street. Inside this independent marketing agency, you’ll find a bright, fun, and inviting space, including a cozy, colourful living room area. Visitors and clients can immediately sense the team’s creativity and accomplishments by viewing…

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