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NEWS & NOTICES


Water Boil Order: LIFTED
Effective as of Tuesday, September 08, 2026; please be advised that the Water Boil Order advisory has officially been LIFTED for the Town of Bonavista.
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Discretionary Use Notice - 19 White's Road
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 19 White’s Road. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014- 2024, and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be
Aug 241 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 4 Newman’s Point Road
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 4 Newman’s Point Road. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014- 2024, and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and mu
Aug 241 min read


Public Notice - Water Boil Order
Effective as of Thursday, August 13, 2026, there is a boil water order issued until further notice for Bonavista Water Supply due to advice of Service NL. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please take the following precautions: Boil water used for drinking purposes, for at least 1 minute at a rolling boil, prior to use; Boil water for activities where it may be ingested; Do not drink from any public drinking fountains in the affected area; People may use the
Aug 181 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 11 Church Street
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a clothing, grocery, and household goods business at 11 Church Street in the Mixed-Use-Heritage (MU-H) zone of Bonavista. The Town of Bonavista is considering this application under the category of "Specialty Shop” under a discretionary use of the Mixed-Use Heritage Zone (MU-H), as per the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014-2024. This Notice of Discretionary Use is advertised in accordance with Section
Aug 141 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 18-24 Forbes Street
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a clothing Consignment shop business at 18-24 Forbes Street in the Mixed-Use-Heritage (MU-H) zone of Bonavista. The Town of Bonavista is considering this application under the category of "Specialty Shop" under a discretionary use of the Mixed-Use Heritage Zone (MU-H), as per the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014-2024. This Notice of Discretionary Use is advertised in accordance with Section 19 of the
Aug 141 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 3 Bishop’s Lane
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 3 Bishop’s Lane. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024 and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be r
Aug 141 min read


Community Notice - Bonavista Water Tower Dismantling
Important Information for Residents in the Area Bulldog Contracting Ltd. is providing this notice to homeowners and residents in the vicinity of the Bonavista Water Tower regarding upcoming work associated with the dismantling and removal of the structure. PROJECT UPDATE Preparations to dismantle the Bonavista Water Tower will begin Aug 12. Since the contract was awarded in the fall of last year, Bulldog Contracting Ltd. has worked closely with engineers from multiple firms,
Aug 113 min read


Public Notice - Water Quality Update
The Town of Bonavista has received a number of inquiries from residents regarding the current appearance and colour of the municipal water. Some residents have described the water as looking dirty, and we understand that this may be concerning. The current discolouration is not related to any recent or ongoing work being completed by the Town’s Public Works Department. Bonavista’s water supply comes from a natural pond, and its appearance can vary from year to year depending
Jul 312 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 85-87 Church Street
The Town of Bonavista has received an application for approval to operate a Pub & Eatery at the above-noted property. The proposed hours of operation are as follows: October - April Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight Friday and Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. May - September Sunday to Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. The Town of Bonavista is considering this application under the category of "General-Assembly- Catering" under a discretionary use of the Mixe
Jul 221 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 12 Power's Lane
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 12 Power’s Lane. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024 and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be r
Jul 71 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 8 Robbins' Lane
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 8 Robbins Lane. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024 and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be re
Jul 31 min read


Notice: Amendment to Short-Term Rental Accommodation Regulations
The Town of Bonavista wishes to advise residents that, at the Regular Meeting of Council held on June 29, 2026, Council approved an amendment to the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations, specifically Regulation 5(c). The amendment allows for one (1) short-term rental accommodation on streets containing fewer than ten (10) dwelling units, provided all other requirements of the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations are met. Regulation 5(c) now reads: “No more than ten percent (1
Jul 21 min read


Public Tender
The Town of Bonavista is accepting tenders for the sale of the following vehicles and equipment: 1 Used Truck - 2016 Ram 3500 4 X 4 Regular cab with 8-foot bed. --> Tenders below $3,000.00 for this vehicle will not be considered. 1 Used Roller - 2010 Multiquip R2000H Ride-on Static Roller. --> Tenders below $3,000.00 for this vehicle will not be considered. 1 Used Truck - 2000 Chevy 3500 4 X 4 Crew Cab with 8 foot-bed. --> Tenders below $7,000.00 for this vehicle wil
Jun 301 min read


Public Notice - 43 Strathie's Road
The Town of Bonavista has received an application for 43 Strathie’s Road in a residential zone to extend an existing accessory building for the purpose of housing six (6) chickens, one (1) goat, and one (1) rabbit. Anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be received by the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer, Town of Bonavista, no later than 4:30 p.m. on June 29, 2026. Please submit all correspondence to: Crystal Fudge Economic,
Jun 151 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 43 Church Street
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a convenience store business at 43 Church Street. This type of business is identified as a "specialty shop" under a discretionary use in the Mixed-Use (MU) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014-2024. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be received by the Economic, Cultu
Jun 121 min read


Discretionary Use Notice - 58 Baker's Marsh Road
The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation business at 58 Baker’s Marsh Road. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024 and the Short-Term Accommodation Regulations. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and mus
Jun 101 min read


Electronics Recycling Program
Electronics Recycling Program New Products Effective June 1, 2026 Effective June 1, 2026, Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA) would like to inform those wishing to recycle electronics that there will be new products for electronics recycling accepted going forward: • Floor standing copiers, printers and multi-function devices • Computer servers, switching equipment and uninterruptible power supply units • Handheld power tools • Electric bikes and scooters • Texti
Jun 31 min read


Notice of Surplus Funds
The Town Council of the Town of Bonavista hereby offers for sale by public auction for arrears of municipal taxes, the following properties situate and being within the Town of Bonavista
May 212 min read


Federal government invests in natural infrastructure & wetland restoration in Bonavista
The Town Council of the Town of Bonavista hereby offers for sale by public auction for arrears of municipal taxes, the following properties situate and being within the Town of Bonavista
May 141 min read
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