Category Archives: Culture & Community

Saint John Firefighters Museum BBQ Aug 29th and 30th

Hey everyone we’re Inviting you to our last fundraiser of the season!! Everyone is welcome! Come join us for BBQ, truck rides and colouring pages as well as visiting our museum! Tomorrow August 29th and Wednesday August 30th from 10-3, all in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada! Can’t wait to see everyone there! Read more »

Beautification Grant Program Expands To The City’s North End

A recent boundary expansion will allow the City’s Beautification Grant Program to promote vibrant neighbourhoods in even more areas of Saint John, encouraging residents and property owners in the City’s North End to paint, plant, prune, and plan for an exterior facade or landscape renovation. The Beautification Grant Program was launched in 2016 and has… Read more »

City of Saint John 2022 Civic Recognition Awards Recipients Recognized

City of Saint John 2022 Civic Recognition Awards Recipients Recognized

The City of Saint John held its annual Civic Recognition Awards June 19th, recognizing outstanding contributions and achievements by residents and organizations that made a significant impact on our city in 2022. Saint John Mayor Donna Reardon presented commemorative certificates to three organizations and five individuals to thank them for their outstanding work in the… Read more »

City of Saint John Update On Rapid Housing Initiative Funding Application Partnerships

City of Saint John Update On Rapid Housing Initiative Funding Application Partnerships

  Since Council’s adoption of the City’s Affordable Housing Action Plan in October 2022, staff have focused their efforts on taking action and moving towards achieving the plan’s outcomes. At last night’s meeting of Council, City staff provided an update related to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) Rapid Housing Initiative funding program and… Read more »

Here We Grow: Saint John’s Population On The Rise

Here We Grow: Saint John’s Population On The Rise

It’s official – more people are now calling Saint John home. According to data released by Statistics Canada in January, the population has grown by 2.4% percent, or 1,759 residents bringing the City’s population to 73,611 as of July 2022. This increase marks the fastest growth the City has experienced in decades, and already exceeds… Read more »

City Of Saint John Will Benefit From An Outdoor Skating Rink To Bring People Back To Public Spaces Safely

City Of Saint John Will Benefit From An Outdoor Skating Rink To Bring People Back To Public Spaces Safely

  On behalf of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked… Read more »

City of Saint John Recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day

City of Saint John Recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day

The City of Saint John is joining all Canadians in recognizing June 21, 2022 as National Indigenous Peoples Day.  This day provides an opportunity for Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples to our community. Coinciding with the summer solstice, June 21… Read more »

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