Saint John News Update

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Saint John, New Brunswick

Welcome to the latest edition of Saint John Today, prepared for BevNice.ca.

This briefing covers municipal affairs, local developments, public safety, transportation, housing and community news.

1. Important local headlines

Harbour Passage temporary closure

A section of Harbour Passage is scheduled to close temporarily beginning Tuesday, November 3, to allow drilling work.

• Expected duration: Up to three days.

• Detours will be posted for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Work is subject to weather and site conditions.

Residents using the waterfront walking and cycling route should watch for signs and follow the detours.

Saint John Transit announces fare-validation sessions

Saint John Transit has added dates and locations for seniors and students who use the SJTRides electronic fare app.

Riders purchasing senior or student fares through the app must have their eligibility validated. Additional in-person validation sessions are being organized at post-secondary institutions and community locations.

Today’s leading stories

2. City Customer Service Centre closes temporarily today

The City of Saint John Customer Service Centre will close today, November 3, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a staff development session.

The One Stop Development Shop will remain open. Regular customer service resumes Wednesday, November 4, at 8:30 a.m.

3. Business Improvement Levy proposed for 2027

The City has published a proposed budget for the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Area.

• Proposed 2027 levy: $766,486.80.

• Proposed rate: 20 cents per $100 of assessed non-residential property value.

• Public Council meeting: November 30 at 6 p.m.

• Written objections deadline: November 25.

The budget includes funding for beautification, cleaning, safety, promotions and administration.

4. Missing youth investigation

The Saint John Police Force issued a public appeal on November 2 seeking assistance locating 18-year-old Kayla McAlary.

Police reported that she was last seen in the Peel Plaza area on October 28 and that several leads had been investigated.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Saint John Police at 506-648-3333. Check the official police notice for any further updates before sharing.

5. Sewell Street closure continues

The Sewell Street closure began November 2.

• Between Dorchester Street and Coburg Street.

• Approximately five days.

• Infrastructure upgrades and fire hydrant relocation.

Motorists should use alternate routes.

6. Charlotte Street construction

The previously announced Charlotte Street closure affects the section between Broad Street and Broadview Avenue.

The announced duration is approximately 15 days from October 30. Check current road signs before travelling.

7. Affordable housing for seniors

Construction is underway on a 40-unit housing development on Roxbury Drive.

Eighteen units will have rent support for seniors. Eligible tenants will pay 30 per cent of their monthly income toward rent.

The provincial government is providing $1.23 million, with another $310,000 in City grants. Completion is expected next spring.

8. Saint John Transit – Senior and student discounts

Additional in-person validation dates have been announced:

Seniors aged 65 and older must provide government-issued identification showing their date of birth.

What to watch around Saint John

• Harbour Passage reopening following drilling work.

• Sewell Street construction progress.

• Uptown business improvement budget discussions.

• Senior housing development on Roxbury Drive.

• Remembrance Day preparations for November 11.

• Police and public safety announcements.

Official news sources

• City of Saint John – News and Notices