If you have an opinion on the large trucks rumbling through Saint John’s Central Peninsula, you now have more time to make your voice heard. The City of Saint John has extended the deadline for a public survey aimed at shaping the future of heavy trucking policy in the uptown area.

Residents, business owners, and other stakeholders now have until November 26, 2025, to provide input on how the city should manage heavy truck traffic. This initiative is a key part of MoveSJ, the city’s master transportation plan designed to create a more balanced and integrated network for everyone.

Balancing Streets for Everyone

The core question is whether the city has the right balance when it comes to allocating limited street space in the densely populated Central Peninsula. The survey asks if access for heavy trucks should be reduced to better accommodate other priorities like pedestrian safety, cycling, public transit, and general vehicle traffic.

According to the official notice, the feedback will help Common Council make an informed decision on a new policy direction. Specific changes under consideration include:

• Limiting the size of trucks permitted in the area.
• Restricting the hours during which large trucks can operate.
• Reducing the size of designated loading zones.

How to Participate

Sharing your perspective is straightforward. You can complete the survey online through the city’s public engagement platform. For those who prefer a non-digital option, paper copies of the survey are available at the City’s Customer Service Centre on the ground floor of City Hall.

The survey closes on November 26, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this survey about?

The survey collects public opinion to help determine a new policy for heavy truck access and operation in Saint John’s Central Peninsula.

Why is the City conducting this survey?

It is part of the MoveSJ transportation master plan, which aims to create a balanced transportation network that serves pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and vehicles of all sizes.

What kind of policy changes are being considered?

The city is exploring options such as limiting the size of trucks, restricting their hours of operation, and adjusting the size of loading zones in the uptown area.

Who is encouraged to participate?

All city residents, local business owners, and any other interested stakeholders are encouraged to provide their feedback.

What is the new deadline to complete the survey?

The final day to submit your feedback is November 26, 2025.

How can I take the survey?

You can fill it out online by visiting the Shape Your City Saint John website. Paper copies are also available at the Customer Service Centre at City Hall, 15 Market Square.