The Development Team here to help

If you are a property developer, looking for help with the development process, contact our Development Team. We're here to help! The Development Team can provide information on the issues for the development of a specific site and the requirements of the City for the proposed development.

City of St. John's Development Team members

“Meeting with developers or potential applicants helps people understand the factors involved in an application,” said Chief Municipal Planner Ken O’Brien. “Developers get to chat with some of the staff who deal directly with applications, which can smooth out the process and get questions answered.”

The Development Team will meet by appointment with individuals, firms or developers who wish to make an application to the City for the development of property. Meetings can be formal or informal, and discussions are confidential and are not disclosed as public information. We can meet in person at City Hall or online. The goal is to help developers navigate the Envision St. John's Development Regulations.



Meeting before you make a formal application can save a lot of time and energy. 

The team includes staff from Engineering, Planning and Development, Legal Services and other City Departments, depending on the specific issues. They provide guidance on things to consider for the project, the municipal standards and requirements that apply, and valuable insights into some of the challenges that a project may face. If you need further information or would like to arrange a meeting with the Development Team, contact us through Development Team - City of St Johns.

City offering community event space on Downtown Pedestrian Mall

Are you part of a group looking to connect with the community? Do you have something you'd love to showcase or celebrate? Bring it to the heart of downtown St. John’s!

Whether you’re dancing, performing, hosting an activity, or promoting a great local initiative, the City of St. John’s is offering free space on the Downtown Pedestrian Mall to bring energy to downtown and put your organization in the spotlight. Examples include dance showcases, art displays, musical performances, information booths, and more. Space is limited, and applying does not guarantee approval. For more information visit www.stjohns.ca.

Taxi Driver Cruise Information Session

What makes a cruise passenger’s visit truly memorable?

Learn about the cruise industry and gain practical tips to help drivers create standout experiences for every passenger. A Cruise Information Session for taxi drivers will take place Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre. 

RSVP to tourism@stjohns.ca.

Next cohort of Genesis Evolve starts soon 

Evolve is an eight-week hands-on program for early-stage tech founders who want to know if their idea holds up. Genesis is looking for leaders ready to move. If you have an idea and want to explore whether starting a startup is the right next move then consider registering for Evolve. Appy by May 21. Learn more: genesiscentre.ca/evolve.

Insight Business Consulting Program: connecting students with companies

Applications are open for the Insight Business Consulting Program, which matches startups with full-time MBA students at Memorial University to support key business projects. For startups, this is a chance to access new perspectives, skills, and capacity to help move ideas forward. For students, it offers valuable hands-on experience working directly with growing companies. The program is free for businesses with MBA students supported through a fellowship.



Application deadline: May 18 at 3 p.m.

For more information or to apply, visit https://mun.ca

Employer applications now open – Graduate Transition Initiative

Employer applications are now open for the second cohort of techNL’s Graduate Transition Initiative. This program supports Newfoundland and Labrador tech and tech-enabled companies in hiring emerging talent, with funding to help offset onboarding, training, and salary costs. Details about the program—including employer eligibility, graduate criteria, and the application link—can be found here: technl.ca. The application deadline is May 31, 2026.