• Working Downtown

Downtown is traditionally the center of both cultural and commercial activity in any city, and the DDC has been working hard for years to ensure that this is the case for downtown St. John’s. With the development of major projects, an increase in cruise ship and tourist visits to the city, and the opening of several new hotels, it seems business in downtown is booming.

With the current expansion of the oil and gas industry, and an increased presence in the national and international tourism marketplace, business in downtown can only get better. However you choose to work downtown, you’re making the right decision. Our members can attest to that, and they work hard to ensure things continue to improve.

This new program will also be key in assisting building owners attract and retain tenants and help build civic pride among the local business community. Read More

A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 to provide an opportunity for public review and discussion on the summary of the proposed amendments to the St. John’s Municipal Plan and the St. John’s Development Regulations to implement the planning-related recommendations of the Downtown St. John’s Parking Study which was prepared by [...] Read More

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