If you commute through uptown Saint John, you need to adjust your route on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. According to a traffic advisory from the City of Saint John, crews are closing a section of northbound Germain Street to accommodate a crane lift.

Closure Details and Location

The closure impacts northbound traffic on Germain Street between Grannan Street and King Street. Crews will shut down the road to through traffic from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The city scheduled this three hour window to ensure workers safely complete overhead crane lifting operations.

What You Need to Know

You will find a marked detour route to guide you around the closure. Traffic control personnel will be on site to direct vehicles and maintain safety. The city asks all motorists to drive with caution and watch for pedestrians and workers in the active area.

If you have questions about the closure, you can contact the City of Saint John Customer Service Centre at 506 658 4455 or visit them on the ground floor of City Hall at 15 Market Square.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Germain Street closing?

The northbound lane of Germain Street will close on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Why is the road closed?

The city is closing the street to allow for safe crane lifting operations.

Will there be a detour?

Yes. Crews will set up road and sidewalk directional signage to indicate the detour route for all through traffic.