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Traffic Advisory: No Parking For Snow Clearing

By Giv'er Saint John / January 9, 2026

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following parking interruption for Friday, January 9, 2026. This work is necessary to complete snow clearing, including snow removal. The following street will have no on-street parking from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, January 9: • Forbes Street • Tartan…

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City of Saint John Is Now Accepting Nominations for 2025 Civic Recognition Awards

By Giv'er Saint John / January 8, 2026

The City of Saint John is pleased to announce that it is now accepting nominees for the 2025 Civic Recognition Awards. These annual awards recognize outstanding contributions and achievements of residents, groups, organizations, or businesses that made a significant impact in 2025 and whose exemplary actions, volunteer efforts, achievements or contributions have made Saint John a better place to live. Common…

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Flash Ice Is Back for the New Year — Book Your Discounted Ice Time!

By Giv'er Saint John / January 8, 2026

The City of Saint John is excited to announce the return of our popular Flash Ice Sale, featuring newly released surplus ice rental slots available from January 21 to February 3 at special discounted rates. These coveted time slots can disappear quickly, so whether you’re organizing a birthday celebration, family outing, corporate event, or extra…

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A Call to Action

By Giv'er Saint John / January 8, 2026

This is the title of the fifth book that I have written regarding fire fighting matters in the city of Saint John and it has 242 pages and has received lots of praise from readers . I had reached the senior ranks of the fire department and have r been in charge of fire fighters…

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Saint John Launches Large-Scale Development Incentive Program to Spark Urban Growth

By Giv'er Saint John / December 16, 2025

The City of Saint John has introduced the Large-Scale Development Incentives Program, a new initiative designed to encourage high density residential growth in the uptown and inner harbour areas. This policy is aimed at supporting major development projects that will help transform and grow our community, while ensuring the process remains open, fair, and accountable.…

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Changes To Solid Waste Collection Schedules For Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

By Giv'er Saint John / December 16, 2025

City of Saint John solid waste customers are advised of the following changes to regular collection schedules December 25, 2025. Solid Waste customers in the following areas will not have their garbage and compost collected on Christmas Day: Instead, solid waste customers in these areas should place garbage and compost curbside by 7:30am on Saturday,…

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Alternate-side Parking Changeover Is In Effect

By Giv'er Saint John / December 16, 2025

Reminder: Alternate-side parking changeover is in effect tonight. Please note that due to construction, alternate side parking rules will be suspended in the following areas: Alternate-side restrictions Source City of Saint John

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Community Invited to Celebrate 2025 New Year’s Eve Fireworks

By Giv'er Saint John / December 16, 2025

The City of Saint John  invites residents and visitors to join us in celebrating New Year’s Eve with a spectacular fireworks display from Long Wharf on December 31, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. (weather permitting). Poor Weather Date: January 1, 2026, same time and location. To keep everyone informed, weather status updates will be shared on…

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Happy Holidays From Taste of Egypt

By Giv'er Saint John / December 12, 2025

Management and staff wish all our current and future customers a Safe and Happy Holiday. From December 14th to the 24th purchase a $100.00 gift card and receive a free $50.00 gift card

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City of Saint John Invites Residents to Celebrate the Holidays on Ice

By Giv'er Saint John / December 12, 2025

The City of Saint John is pleased to announce three free festive public skating sessions this holiday season, offering residents and visitors a chance to enjoy community rinks, spend time with family and friends, and celebrate the season together. Holiday Skate Schedule: Christmas Eve Skate Wednesday, December 24, 2:30 – 4:00 PM Stewart Hurley Arena…

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City of Saint John Opens 2026 Community Grant Applications

By Giv'er Saint John / December 11, 2025

The City of Saint John is excited to announce that applications for the 2026 Community Grants Program are now open. This annual initiative provides funding to local non-profit organizations that help build healthy, active, and inclusive communities through social, cultural, and recreational programming. Who Can Apply Eligible non-profit organizations based in Saint John may submit…

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Flash Ice Sale — Book Your Discounted Ice Time!

By Giv'er Saint John / December 11, 2025

The City of Saint John is thrilled to launch our Flash Ice Sale, offering surplus ice rental slots from December 24 to January 6 at special discounted rates. Fresh ice time has just been released and history shows that more than half of the slots are snapped up quickly. Whether you’re planning a birthday party,…

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