Town of St. Stephen
22 Budd Ave. E3L 1E9 Saint Stephen, NB, Canada

Back to Yellow Phase means we are back to Public Skating! For our schedule, please see https://townststephen-nb-ca.maxgalaxy.net/ScheduleList.aspx

Back to Yellow Phase effective midnight tonight. Please remember that masks are still mandatory when indoors, and if 2m distance cannot be maintained from those outside your bubble when outdoors. Good job zone 2!

Please note: Tonight’s Spartan’s game is CLOSED to the public but can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/groups/320861012543003/?ref=share Go Spartans!

An update on COVID-19 will take place at 2:30 pm on Thursday, December 10. The event will be livestreamed. We have separate English and French YouTube accounts... for livestream events. The English and French videos will not appear on the same YouTube account until the event is over. To watch in English: www.youtube.com/gnbca2 (pour regarder en Français : www.youtube.ca/gnbca)

There will be a special Meeting of Council on Thursday, November 5th at 5:00pm. Due to COVID restrictions, public participation will be via a live broadcast accessible to the public through the Town of St. Stephen Facebook page. Items to be considered at this meeting will be: 1) Presentation of the 2019 Audited Financial Statements by Mr. Peter Logan, CPA, from Teed Saunders Doyle.... 2) Canada First Basketball - Request for Funding 3) Adoption of the 2019 Audited Financial Statements For a copy of the agenda, please see http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/documents/

Let's light it up in #canadaschocolatetown!

Please be advised that the Friday Afternoon Aquafit from 2:30-3:15 & Friday evening Aquajog, from 6:30-7:00 will both be cancelled for employee training. Aquastretch from 1:15-2:00, will still be running as normal.

More unfortunate vandalism in town along the waterfront. On Monday, staff arrived to work at Town Hall to discover that overnight Sunday, fencing around the proposed hotel area had been pulled over, and decorations for the Walk of Lights had been pulled down, broken to pieces or stolen. After fixing it up and continuing to decorate for this Friday’s turning on of the Walk of Lights, we came in to today to additional vandalism and theft. The section that will be used for Sa...nta on December 4th was spray painted in multiple areas (we are hoping to have time to paint it green again but may not be able to) including on some of the decorations, and strands of lights around the trunks of 2 trees were stolen (pictures are from today). As town staff continues to work towards preparing our waterfront for a beautiful display of lights, we would like to ask our citizens for their assistance in helping us keep it beautiful for everyone to enjoy. Thanks so much to all those who have been so generous with their compliments these past few days as we are getting it ready, and we hope everyone enjoys the lights beginning this Friday!

Town Hall will be closed to the public today until 12pm in order to complete a repair on the water system in the facility. Please call 466-7700 x100 after 8am for assistance.

Join Dr. Jennifer Russell on December 9, 2020 at 1:30 pm as she answers some of your questions about COVID-19 via Facebook Live. Submit your questions below and we will do our best to answer as many as we can in the time allowed.

Applications for the Walk of Lights and Reverse Parade are still being accepted and downloadable copies can be found at http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/its-a-holly-jolly-hometown-chr/

Please be advised that today's Aquafit from 6:15-7:00 will be cancelled.

On Remembrance Day We recognize the sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform, both today and throughout our nation’s history. We honour their courage and dedication, and we thank them for their contribution to our country.... ~Mayor, Councillors and Staff~ Town of St. Stephen

Want to participate with a float or display? See http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/its-a-holly-jolly-hometown-chr/ for a downloadable copy, or pick up a copy at the main desk at Town Hall/Garcelon Civic Center! Walk of Lights. The Town will be lighting up the waterfront in front of the Garcelon Civic Center from 5pm November 20th to January 2nd, including our newly planted Community Christmas Tree (this event will be replacing the tree lighting ceremony in town square). These di...splays will be stationary and spread throughout the park and people are encouraged to walk through and enjoy them. Please email [email protected] if you would like to set up a display for this event (power will be supplied by the Town). Join us along the waterfront at 5pm on November 20th as we turn on our new Walk of Lights, then spend the evening downtown shopping and eating during Moonlight Madness! Reverse Parade and Santa’s Arrival. The Town will be holding a walking reverse parade leading to Santa’s Arrival that will be held on Friday, December 4th, 2020 from 6-8pm. The walk will start on the trail behind Scoops, continue along the trail towards the wharf, and along the waterfront to the last gazebo, where Santa, Mrs. Claus, MOE the Elf and his pal Reindeer will be in a living, outdoor toy workshop. Get pictures with Santa while maintaining social distancing, and children of all ages will get to see Santa making toys! These displays do not have to be traditional floats on trailers and may also consist of displays on the ground. These smaller displays are 1 night only. Please email [email protected] if you would like to sponsor a display/float for this event.

For a copy of the agenda, please see http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/documents/

Happy Halloween! Have fun but remember to always be safe and follow protocols in place to ensure that New Brunswick continues to be one of the best places to live!

Mark it Read for Dyslexia 2020 Some people may have noticed that the new Town Hall portion of the Garcelon Civic Center has been lit up red recently. This has been in support of the third annual Mark it Read for Dyslexia Campaign and Mayor Allan MacEachern, the Town Councillors and all our Town Hall staff invite you to join us in recognition of this campaign. Dyslexia is a hereditary disability that makes it difficult to read, write or spell. In Canada, 1 in 5 children stru...ggle with dyslexia and in October, buildings across Canada have been lit up red in support of the 20% of our population who live with dyslexia. (https://www.dyslexiacanada.org/mark-it-read-2020) Let's show some love in #canadaschocolatetown and light it up red!

WF Ganong Dedication Event

Unfortunately the Garcelon Civic Center will have to remain closed a bit longer but we hope to have a more positive update by Thursday and will continue to have updates on here. Thank you for your continued patience and we look forward to seeing everyone again soon!

Please find a Response from the OIT to the request to clarify the terms COMMON AREAS and INDOOR WORK SITE in Article 15 of the Mandatory Order. Further to their response, I have included information below of what was sent out to the Association of Municipalities regarding clarification related to the wearing of Masks at council meetings following discussions held by WSNB and DH. Response: Thank you for your inquiry regarding clarification of terms in the Mandatory Orde...Continue reading

Town of St. Stephen Special Meeting of Council Public Hearing of Objections to be held on Wednesday September 16th, 2020, 5:00 P.M. 22 Budd Avenue... St. Stephen New Brunswick A copy of the agenda can be found at: http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/documents/

We will be changing our facility hours starting Monday, November 2nd and the changes to the walking track and gym are: Facility Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6am-10pm... Friday: 6am-9pm Saturday/holiday: 8am-9pm Sunday: 8am-10pm WALKING TRACK Walking only: 8am-9pm daily Jogging/Running only: 6am-8am Monday-Friday (except holidays) 9pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday GYM Added 9pm to 10pm slot Sunday-Thursday There are no changes to the Aquatic Center at this time. If you have any questions, please call 467-3030 x100 or email [email protected].

Terry Fox was an inspiration to all Canadians and 40 years later his memory still lives on! This morning Mayor Allan MacEachern and local citizen Carol Baker, who spearheads local fundraising efforts for the Terry Fox Foundation, raised the flag in town square in honour of the Marathon of Hope set to take place this Sunday virtually across Canada. Carol will be fundraising around town this week and if you see her, be sure to say hi and show your support!

Missing a bike? A local citizen found this abandoned in their yard and surrendered it to SSFD. It's currently at the fire hall at 199 Union.

The province released updated guidelines for Halloween today. For a printable copy of the poster, please see http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/updated-halloween-guidelines-f/

We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to our co-host for for this past weekends Ribfest, Charlotte County Ground Search and Rescue...we had a wonderful time hosting this event with you! Wed also like to thank our "Ribbers", Texas Rangers BBQ and Crabbys BBQ Shack for taking a chance on St. Stephen. Finally, wed like to thank everyone who came out to support this GSAR fundraiser and we look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

Want to take the training you need to teach swimming lessons with us? The Garcelon Civic Center will be offering a Swim For Life Instructors course on October 3...rd & 4th. Please email [email protected] for the registration form, and more information. Spots are limited due to COVID-19 limitations, so reserve yours soon! See more

New Brunswick Human Rights Commission Mandatory masks in compliance with Human Rights Act For more information about the act or how the commission can assist, New Brunswickers can call 506-453-2301 or 1-888-471-2233 (toll-free in the province). They can also visit the commission’s website, send an email to [email protected], or contact their local MLA.... 27 October 2020 The following statement was issued today by Claire Roussel-Sullivan, chair of the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission: On Oct. 8, 2020, the Government of New Brunswick updated its mandatory order under the Emergency Measures Act to include a mandatory mask rule in public spaces as a means to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Although the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission recognizes that mask wearing has been proven as an important public health measure to reduce the spread of COVID-19, as part of its mandate it has reviewed the measure as drafted and finds it reasonable and balanced in light of the public health goal and urgency. In particular, we are pleased to see that the mandatory order applies the principles of the duty to accommodate under the act by accommodating individuals who are not able to wear a mask due to age, mental disability, or physical disability. The commission encourages individuals who are exempt from wearing a mask, due to health or other protected grounds, to communicate with service providers, employers and landlords to find the appropriate accommodation. Businesses are urged to seek alternative ways to offer their services and individuals who are exempt from mask wearing, are required to accept reasonable accommodation while also paying special attention to physical distancing, frequent hand washing, and avoid, as much as possible, crowded places. Over the past weeks, the commission has received numerous requests for information regarding masks, and is pleased that various government agencies and departments, employers and service providers have reached out to ensure they are properly applying the mandatory order and accommodations pursuant to the act. For more information about the act or how the commission can assist, New Brunswickers can call 506-453-2301 or 1-888-471-2233 (toll-free in the province). They can also visit the commission’s website or send an email to [email protected].

The Garcelon Civic Center is closed for a repair. Please follow our social media sites for more updates. Thank you to our patrons for their patience.

Please follow our Facebook page for information about when we will be able to re-open. Thank you to our patrons for their patience during this unexpected mechanical issue.

Town Hall will be closed to the public until 12pm Tuesday, November 3rd. Please call 466-7700 x100 after 8am for assistance. Thank you.

Take home a piece of Ribfest! $8 each or 3 for $20 (taxes included) for their sauces... And it looks and tastes so good on their ribs!!

Join us live here on Facebook at 7pm. A copy of the agenda can be seen at http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/documents/

Theyre open! Today and tomorrow, 11-8

The Town of St. Stephen invites you to attend the unveiling on September 16th, 2020, of a bronze sculpture honouring the great New Brunswick scientist and historian, William Francis Ganong. The ceremony will take place at 1:30pm along the waterfront in front of the Garcelon Civic Center at 22 Budd Avenue, St. Stephen. Please maintain social distancing during the event and wear a mask if you are not able to social distance. Parking will be available at the Garcelon Civic Cente...Continue reading

PUBLIC NOTICE: Please note that due to an event this Friday and Saturday at the Garcelon Civic Center, there will be changes to traffic flow in the area. The entrance to the lineup for Ribfest will be off Prince William St. at Duke St, and along Duke and Budd Ave, entering the Civic Center parking lot from the east side only. ... Budd Ave will still be accessible to through traffic, but please expect some delays. A reminder that the traffic point nearest The 5 Kings is a one-way exit only. Parking for the Garcelon Civic Center and Town parking will be in the Southwest corner of the lot. The northeast section of the lot, closest to the provincial building, will be accessible from King St., and for Friday and Saturday will support 2 way traffic. As parking will be limited at the Garcelon Civic Center, we would like to remind our citizens of our town parking lots behind RBC and Scotiabank, and also give a reminder that street parking has a 2 hour limit. If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 466-7700.

Theyre here!!!! The St. Stephen Drive Thru Ribfest featuring Texas Rangers BBQ and Crabbys BBQ Shack will be held Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12th from 11am-8pm in the Garcelon Civic Center parking lot. The entrance to the lineup for Ribfest will be off Prince William St. at Duke St, and along Duke and Budd Ave, entering the Civic Center parking lot from the east side only. Vehicles will NOT be able to access the lineup from any other access point, al...though through traffic along Budd Ave will still be allowed. Parking for the Garcelon Civic Center and Town parking will be in the southeast corner of the lot. The northwest section of the lot, closest to the provincial building, will be accessible from King St., and will support 2 way traffic during this event. Come see these award winning Ribbers while you can! Cash, credit and debit accepted. Sponsored by the Town of St. Stephen and Charlotte County Ground Search & Rescue.

Just in case you missed it, please check out the special meeting of council on Sept 16th. If you would like to view online click on the link in the post below.

Starting this Friday at 11am!

Meet your candidates for MLA:

Next Friday and Saturday 11-8!

This event will be streamed at 7pm tomorrow on our Facebook page, and will be available on CHCO online and on tv.

We are excited to announce our first two course offerings in the Aquatic Center for the Fall season. Starting on the 11th of September and running through to th...e 20th our Bronze Medallion/Cross will be starting. Our National Lifeguard Service will follow, starting on the 20th and running through to the 27th. If you would like to sign up for these programs, or have questions about the specific days & times, please email [email protected]. See more

We are excited to open our Aquatic Facility to St. Stephen again! We are asking that all swimmers please follow social distancing guidelines and arrive at the aquatic facility pre-changed and showered, as changing rooms will only be open for use when leaving the facility. We also strongly encourage that masks be worn at all times in the lobby area. A separate schedule will be posted for the Labour Day long weekend.

Water levels are low across New Brunswick...lets all do our part!

Welcome back! Wed like to remind our users to always follow directional arrows and to maintain social distancing at all times. Pool attendance will be first come, first serve. The gym and rink can still currently be booked in advance by calling 467-3030 x100.... The rink schedule is currently available on our website at https://townststephen-nb-ca.maxgalaxy.net/ScheduleList.aspx or copies can be picked up at the main reception desk.

A message from the St. Stephen Volunteer Firefighters regarding this years Bucket Sit:

**Closing Date: Thurs., Sept. 10, 2020** EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LIFEGUARD PERMANENT PART-TIME - UNION GARCELON CIVIC CENTER... The Town of St. Stephens Garcelon Civic Center is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and qualified individual to fill the Permanent Part-time Lifeguard position at the facility. Responsibilities include monitoring, and ensuring the safety of patrons of the aquatic area as well as promoting fun, safe leadership skills through instructions to all ages in a healthy aquatic environment while providing excellent customer service as part of a team environment. For a full job description email [email protected] or call 466-7700 ext. 104. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three (3) references by mail to: Town of St. Stephen 22 Budd Ave, St. Stephen, NB, E3L 1E9 Attn: Alison Estey Or e-mail to [email protected] or fax to 506-466-7701 Please reference competition no. 04-2020 in your submission. Closing Date: Thurs., Sept. 10, 2020. The Town of St. Stephen thanks all respondents; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LIFEGUARD PERMANENT PART-TIME GARCELON CIVIC CENTER The Town of St. Stephens Garcelon Civic Center is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and qualified individual to fill the Permanent Part-time Lifeguard position at the facility. Responsibilities include monitoring, and ensuring the safety of patrons of the aquatic area as well as promoting fun, safe leadership skills through instructions to all ages in a healthy aquatic environment while provid...ing excellent customer service as part of a team environment. For a full job description email [email protected] or call 466-7700 ext. 104. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three (3) references by mail to: Town of St. Stephen 73 Milltown Blvd., Suite 112, E3L 1G5 Attn: Alison Estey Or e-mail to [email protected] or fax to 506-466-7701 Please reference competition no. 04-2020 in your submission. Closing Date: Wed, Aug. 12, 2020 The Town of St. Stephen thanks all respondents; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For a copy of the Mandatory Order released yesterday as well as for clarification on the "1m vs. 2m while seated" regulation that took effect Monday, provided by the Regional Emergency Management Coordinator, please see www.town.ststephen.nb.ca/covid-19

Reminder to Rotary Field users - The field is being used for organized soccer & ball practices for the final weeks of the summer. Dog owners that use the field should keep their dogs on leash at all times and please pick up dog waste immediately and put it in the garbage can (as per the town bylaw S-8) fines can be given for not following these bylaws. If you have a dog at the field and there is a practice please avoid that area of the field. We need to keep Rotary Field clean as children play there thanks for your co-operation.