News Releases

Commissioner of Transportation & Environment and Saint John Water to Retire

By News Releases / January 14, 2016

William (Bill) Edwards, P. Eng Commissioner of Transportation and Environment Services and Saint John Water has announced his retirement effective March 3, 2016.

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Christmas Tree Drop Off Program

By News Releases / December 28, 2015

Christmas Tree Drop Off Program from Friday, January 1, 2016 to Friday, January 15, 2016. When it’s time to get rid of your Christmas Tree, drop it off at one of the City of Saint John Christmas Tree Drop-off Sites.

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City of Saint John Holiday Hours & Services

By News Releases / December 24, 2015

December 24, 2015 – January 1, 2016

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P.R.O. Kids Reception Recognized Sponsors

By News Releases / December 24, 2015

Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, P.R.O. Kids was able raise $220,000 to assist 1,500 kids in 2015.

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Saint John Asked to support National Syrian Refugee Resettlement Plan

By News Releases / December 4, 2015

“This is about leadership and working across our diverse community-focused sectors: labour, non-profit, business, government, community groups and individuals to support a national undertaking that has a very real local impact,” says Mayor Mel Norton. “As a safe and caring community, Saint John has built a reputation as a haven for people around the globe. Our City and values were built by refugees and immigrants and are upheld by our citizens today.”

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Public Notice: Mill Street Viaduct Eastbound Ramp Closure

By News Releases / November 28, 2015

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure advises the motoring public that the east bound off ramp at the Mill Street Exit 122 near the Red Rose Building will be fully closed starting Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 at 9 am. This work is expected to take approximately two days to complete and is necessary in order to replace lighting.

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31st Annual Mayor & Council Christmas Tree Lighting

By News Releases / November 24, 2015

Head to Loyalist Plaza at 6pm for caroling and a visit from Santa Claus, as we light the magnificent tree! Celebrate in the Market Square Atrium following the ceremony where refreshments will be served and FREE photographs will be taken with Santa!

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Saint John – 63rd Annual Santa Claus Parade

By News Releases / November 18, 2015

The 63rd Annual Santa Claus Parade is this Saturday, November 21st at 6 pm. The City of Saint John invites everyone to come out and enjoy the magic of the season with us! The theme of this year’s parade is “A Cartoon Christmas – Past and Present” and the City is looking forward to all of the entries, unique, creative, and aglow with lights, as well as the marching bands and festive sounds of the season.

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Changes this Winter for Overnight Parking

By News Releases / November 13, 2015

The City would like to inform citizens of changes to overnight on-street parking restrictions in the north, east and west sides of the City.

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Saint John Service of Remembrance

By News Releases / November 10, 2015

The City’s Service of Remembrance is to be held at Harbour Station, 99 Station Street, Saint John, NB, Wednesday morning, November 11th. Doors will open to the general public at 9:00 a.m. and attendees are requested to be seated by 10:10 a.m.

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Major milestone reached for Safe Clean Drinking Water Project

By News Releases / November 8, 2015

Port City Water Partners has been declared preferred proponent with respect to the City’s Safe Clean Drinking Water Project.

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Traffic Advisory: Millidge Avenue/ Valerie Street

By News Releases / November 3, 2015

Intersection of Millidge Avenue and Valerie Street will be closed to traffic in both directions on Wednesday, November 4 from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. for installation of pedestrian traffic signals.

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