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Public Information Session: Heather Way – Sanitary Sewer Installation

By Giv'er Saint John / March 24, 2025

During the 2025 construction season, the City of Saint John will be installing a new sanitary sewer on Heather Way from Dunnett Drive to the northern entrance of Boyaner Cresent. The project generally includes the installation of a new sanitary sewer in the southbound lanes of Heather Way and reinstatement within the limits of the…

Saint John To Receive Additional Funding To Accelerate Housing

By Giv'er Saint John / March 21, 2025

Pictured from left to right: Brent McGovern, Chief Administrative Officer, Amy Poffenroth, Commissioner, Growth & Community Services, Carrie Smith, Project Manager, Housing Accelerator Project, Her Worship Donna Noade Reardon, Mayor of the City of Saint John, John MacKenzie, Deputy Mayor and Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay. To make progress towards solving the housing crisis…

Downy Ford Sales Welcomes Kevin Doucette

By Giv'er Saint John / March 21, 2025

Downy Ford Sales, Welcomes Kevin Doucette to the team. With over 25 years in the auto industry, Kevin welcomes his old clients and new clients for all your transportation needs. Give Kevin a call today 506 632-6000

Temporary Changes to Saint John Transit Routes, March 21

By Giv'er Saint John / March 20, 2025

On Friday, March 21 due to construction activity at 99 King Street, Saint John Transit will not be able to service stops at King Street or at the bottom of King Street (City Hall) between 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. For the duration of the construction, there will be no transit service on King Street.…

Traffic Advisory: King Street

By Giv'er Saint John / March 20, 2025

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following traffic interruption that will begin on Friday, March 21 on King Street.  This closure and detour are necessary for the development of 99 King Street. Traffic detours will be in place for motorists, and sidewalks will remain available for pedestrians. Businesses…

Tree Removal and Memorial Relocation in Rainbow Park

By Giv'er Saint John / March 17, 2025

The City of Saint John, in collaboration with the Province of New Brunswick, will commence tree removal in Rainbow Park later this week to prepare for the construction of the new south end school. The affected area will be roped off during the tree cutting process. As part of this project, the Turner Brewer Memorial…

Traffic Advisory: Charlotte Street and King Street

By Giv'er Saint John / March 14, 2025

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following traffic interruption on Tuesday, March 18 on Charlotte Street and King Street. This closure is necessary for the development of 99 King Street. Street: Charlotte Street and King Street Specific area: Charlotte Street between Union Street and King Street. King Street between Germain…

Temporary Changes to Saint John Transit Routes, March 18

By Giv'er Saint John / March 14, 2025

On Tuesday, March 18 due to construction activity at 99 King Street, Saint John Transit will not be able to service stops at Kings Square North, King Street, or at the bottom of King Street (City Hall). For the duration of the construction, there will be no transit service on King Street. Routes will return…

Temporary Changes to Saint John Transit Routes, March 12-14

By Giv'er Saint John / March 12, 2025

Beginning Wednesday, March 12 to Friday, March 14, 2025, due to construction activity at 99 King Street, Saint John Transit will not be able to service stops at Kings Square North, King Street, or at the bottom of King Street (City Hall). For the duration of the construction, there will be no transit service on…

Traffic Advisory: Charlotte Street and King Street

By Giv'er Saint John / March 12, 2025

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following traffic interruption that will begin on Wednesday, March 12 on Charlotte Street and King Street. This closure is necessary for the development of 99 King Street. Street: Charlotte Street and King Street Specific area: Charlotte Street between Union Street and King Street. King…

First Female Mayor For Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / March 8, 2025

In 1983, Elsie E. Wayne (1932-2016) became the first female mayor of the City of Saint John, and became extremely popular. She served three terms as Mayor, from 1983 to 1993. In the 1993 federal election, she ran as the governing Progressive Conservative Party’s candidate in the riding of Saint John-Rothesay. In this election, the…

Saint John Fire Department Actively Recruiting Holiday Relief Firefighters

By Giv'er Saint John / March 8, 2025

The Saint John Fire Department (SJFD) is currently recruiting holiday relief firefighters with a diverse range of skills, background, and experience to contribute to the high standard of fire services delivered in Saint John.   As a way to engage with and encourage community members to consider a profession in firefighting, SJFD will be offering a…