Culture & Community

Start to Finish Skills Workshops: Writing for a Grant II

By Giv'er Saint John / September 5, 2017

Register now for Artslink NB Upcoming Programming on: September 11th: WORKSHOP: Writing for a Grant II, Fredericton September 12th: WORKSHOP: Writing for a Grant II, Florenceville-Bristol September 13th: WORKSHOP: Writing for a Grant II, Sussex Start to Finish Skills Workshops: Writing for a Grant II Writing for a Grant II will walk participants through aspects…

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Freedom of the City Ceremony

By Giv'er Saint John / September 4, 2017

Mayor Don Darling and Members of Common Council are pleased to invite the public to our bestowing ceremony of the “Freedom of the City”, the City’s highest honour, to our nine local Military Cadet Units. The ceremony will take place at the City Hall Plaza (foot of King Street in front of City Hall), on Saturday,…

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2017 Saint John Fall Registration Expo

By Giv'er Saint John / September 3, 2017

Presented by the City of Saint John & P.R.O. Kids  Saint John’s Fall Registration Expo is your opportunity to learn about all the various sports, recreation, arts, cultural and educational programs and services that are available for Saint John residents of all ages during the fall and winter seasons! Free Admission Thursday, September 7, 2017 6:30…

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City Hours and Service Schedules for Holiday Weekend

By Giv'er Saint John / September 2, 2017

The City of Saint John reminds citizens that City Hall, Rothesay Avenue and Adelaide Street offices as well as the Carleton Community Centre will be closed on Monday, September 4th. The Saint John City Market will be closed on Monday, September 4th. Saint John Transit will follow its Sunday/Holiday schedule.  There will be no Comex service on…

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2017 Scotiabank AIDS Walk

By Giv'er Saint John / September 1, 2017

Registration has begun for the 2017 Scotiabank AIDS walk! To register, join a team, or donate, please click here. Also, please visit and share the Walk event page on Facebook. The Scotiabank AIDS Walk was founded 30 years ago, and has remained a grassroots labour of love. Last year’s events raised over $1.1 million that…

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Stuff the Bus with School Supplies Event a Huge Success

By Giv'er Saint John / August 30, 2017

A heartfelt thank you to all those who donated at the Saint John Transit: Stuff the Bus – School Supplies for PALS event this past Saturday. It was a huge success! If you would still like to donate school supplies for PALS, you can do so by visiting Saint John Transit, located at 55 McDonald Street.…

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Traffic Advisory: Overnight Closures of Wall Street/Somerset Street Underpass Structure

By Giv'er Saint John / August 29, 2017

Gateway Operations wishes to advise the public of upcoming closures to the Wall Street/Somerset Street underpass structure. The first of 4 overnight closures will take place on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Specific dates of subsequent closures will be communicated at least 2 days prior to each closure, and are subject to the progress of the…

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Be “72-hours ready” in case of emergency

By Giv'er Saint John / August 28, 2017

With hurricane season underway, New Brunswickers and their families are reminded to be “72-hours ready” in case of an emergency. That involves having everything they need to be self-sufficient for at least three days, including food, water, medication, batteries, cash and other necessities. Previous weather systems have demonstrated that any New Brunswick community can be…

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Sewing Course being offered at Saint John Arts Centre

By Giv'er Saint John / August 26, 2017

Have you been meaning to make time for yourself to enjoy the hobby of sewing? Is it time to look at your sewing machine with a new perspective? Master your fear of the machine and become more comfortable with its use and care. In this six-week sewing course you’ll learn fundamental skills that you will…

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Drawing Basics at Saint John Arts Centre

By Giv'er Saint John / August 25, 2017

Join Maggie Higgins for a fun and informative overview of Drawing Basics at the Saint John Arts Centre! This class is ideal for beginners who’ve always wanted to try drawing or intermediate students who are eager to hone their skills. It is designed to develop your hand and eye in traditional skills and ideas that…

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Giant Tiger Helps Youth at Boys and Girls Clubs Take a Giant Step Forward

By Giv'er Saint John / August 24, 2017

As part of their mission to make a difference for Canadian youth and their families, Giant Tiger has partnered with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada to launch the Giant Tiger Giant Steps Program, a homework support program for children in grades 7 and 8. Giant Tiger Giant Steps offers opportunities for young people to complete homework…

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Call for Applications: Catapult 2.0

By Giv'er Fredericton / August 23, 2017

Catapult is an accelerator program for ambitious artists and creative entrepreneurs who are ready to bring their work to market. Catapult aims to improve the entrepreneurial skills and business networks for its participants, and to foster and culture of entrepreneurship in New Brunswick’s arts sector.

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