Saint John Proposes Rezoning 18 Hectares of Park and Rural Land for New Housing

November 3, 2025

Saint John’s Common Council is set to consider a major amendment to the city’s Municipal Development Plan that would pave the way for a new residential area. The proposal involves redesignating a large, 18-hectare parcel of land near Summit Drive and Clint Drive, currently zoned as green space, for housing development. According to a public […]

Major Saint John Traffic Disruptions: Plan for Route 1 and Viaduct Closures This Week

November 3, 2025

Drivers in Saint John should prepare for significant lane and ramp closures affecting the One Mile House Viaduct and sections of Route 1 from Thursday, November 6 to Saturday, November 8, 2025. The City of Saint John announced the upcoming disruptions in a traffic advisory issued on behalf of the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure […]

Get Financial Help for Your Kids' Winter Activities: Saint John P.R.O. Kids Applications Now Open

November 3, 2025

Applications Open for Winter 2025-2026 Season Families in the Greater Saint John area can now apply for financial assistance to help get their children into winter activities. The City of Saint John’s Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids (P.R.O. Kids) program has officially opened its online application portal for the winter 2025-2026 season. P.R.O. Kids helps […]

Saint John City Services Hit by Technical Outage: Here's What You Need to Know

November 3, 2025

A technical outage is currently impacting the City of Saint John’s customer service functions, affecting how you can make payments and access account information. The city announced the disruption in a notice posted to its official website, advising residents of several key service interruptions. If you need to contact City Hall, expect significant limitations until […]

Free Overnight Parking in Uptown Saint John Ends October 31: What You Need to Know

October 31, 2025

If you enjoy free overnight parking in Uptown Saint John’s Entertainment District, take note. The City of Saint John has announced that the popular program is coming to an end after Friday, October 31, 2025. This change means you will need to adjust your parking plans for late nights in the uptown area starting in […]

Saint John Fire Department Issues Vital Safety Reminder for Daylight Saving Time

October 31, 2025

Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery As Saint John residents prepare to turn their clocks back an hour this Sunday, November 2, 2025, for the end of daylight saving time, the City of Saint John Fire Department is highlighting a simple task that can save lives: changing the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide […]

Don't Get Towed: A Guide to Saint John's Alternate-Side Parking Rules and Exceptions

October 31, 2025

Navigating Parking in Saint John If you park on the street in Saint John, you need to know the alternate-side parking rules to avoid a ticket or a tow. The city enforces these regulations to help with street cleaning and snow removal, and the rules change twice a month. The City of Saint John uses […]

Saint John Harbour Bridge to Close Briefly Monday Evening for Maintenance

October 30, 2025

Brief Closure Planned for Key Commuter Route If you use the Saint John Harbour Bridge for your evening commute, you will need to plan ahead for a brief closure on Monday, November 3. The New Brunswick Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has scheduled a temporary full closure of the bridge for maintenance work. According to […]

Saint John Braces for Heavy Rain and High Winds: City Issues Weather Advisory

October 30, 2025

Saint John EMO Warns of Impending Storm The Saint John Emergency Management Organization (SJ-EMO) has issued an advisory for residents, urging extra caution as the city prepares for a significant weather event. A forecast of heavy rainfall and high winds is expected to arrive Friday morning, bringing with it the potential for hazardous conditions across […]

Halloween Weather Alert: Saint John to Face Heavy Rain and Strong Winds This Friday, October 31

October 29, 2025

Get ready for a soggy and blustery Halloween. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Saint John and County, warning of significant rain and strong winds arriving this Friday, October 31. What to Expect This Friday A weather system is set to move through New Brunswick, bringing with it substantial rainfall and gusty […]