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The Town of Bonavista has received an application from the Bonavista Biennale to install a temporary art display/exhibit on Cape Shore Road at Landfall Municipal Park. This type of installation is identified as "culture & civic" under a discretionary use in the Historic Site (HS) 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 a 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 pm on June 3, 2025. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer at the contact info below. Please submit all correspondence to:  Crystal Fudge Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer t:  1-877-571-9785 e:   echo@townofbonavista.com

The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a retail 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, Culture and Heritage Officer, Town of Bonavista, no later than 4:30 pm on May 15, 2025. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer at the contact info below. Please submit all correspondence to:  Crystal Fudge Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer t:  1-877-571-9785 e:   echo@townofbonavista.com

The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a print studio business at 28 Church Street. This type of business is identified as "general service" under a discretionary use in the Mixed-Use Heritage (MU-H) 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, Culture and Heritage Officer, Town of Bonavista, no later than 4:30 pm on May 15, 2025. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer at the contact info below. Please submit all correspondence to:  Crystal Fudge Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer t:  1-877-571-9785 e:   echo@townofbonavista.com

The Bonavista Museum and Archives is seeking a Museum Assistant to join the team. The successful applicant under the Young Canada Works Program, will assist with running children's summer programming and with general museum duties. The ability to work with children & the general public is required. General computer skills & knowledge of local & Canadian history would be an asset. For a full job description visit: https://young-canada-works.canada.ca/Opportunity/ProjectDetails?projectId=23476&showBackToSearch=true&fbclid=IwY2xjawJ9qMtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF1OFJEUE9mSGVPWEM4Vzk4AR4XS2uRRZHGwsCtGycSzdpUgDSovrh2jXEUgUKeH2AM84e8Hsv-JNeV7xVDBw_aem_IdsGhT8T92_BDZB7N1xATg Deadline: May 18, 2025 Where to apply: Attention: Crystal Fudge, Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer By mail: Bonavista Museum, P.O. Box 279, Bonavista, NL, A0C 1B0 By email: echo@townofbonavista.com

As per the Town of Bonavista's Occupancy and Maintenance Regulation (2.31), property shall be free from debris, including any vehicle that is in a wrecked, discarded, or abandoned condition.  Residents who have vehicle wrecks on their property are asked to have them removed as soon as possible.  If you require assistance with removal, please contact the Town Office and your wreckage will be added to the Town's bulk garbage pickup list, with pickup dates throughout June and July. 709-468-7747 info@townofbonavista.com

Residents are reminded that the tax payment deadline for all taxes owing is April 30, 2025. Unless a payment plan is in place, any unpaid amounts may result in a disconnection of services as per Part VII Division 10 (S.160) of the Towns and Local Service Districts Act. Payments can be made at the Town Office or by contacting us by phone or email: 1-709-468-7747 info@townofbonavista.com

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Council meeting scheduled for Monday, March 3, 2025, has been postponed until Monday, March 10, 2025 at 4:00pm.

URBAN AND RURAL PLANNING ACT, 3000 NOTICE OF REGISTRATION TOWN OF BONAVISTA MUNICIPAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 3, 2024 AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS AMENDMENT NO. 3, 2024   TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Bonavista Municipal Plan Amendment No. 3, 2024 and Development Regulations Amendment No. 3, 2024 adopted on 12th day of August 2024 and approved on January 13, 2025, have been registered by the Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs.   THAT the Town of Bonavista Municipal Plan Amendment No. 3, 2024 and Development Regulations Amendment No.3, 2024 come into effect on the day that this notice is published in The Newfoundland and Labrador Gazette. Anyone who wishes to inspect a copy of these documents may do so at the Town Office during normal working hours.

On January 13, 2025, during a regularly scheduled meeting, the Council approved a new policy focused on snow clearing and ice control. This policy aims to enhance public safety and improve accessibility throughout the community by ensuring timely and effective management of winter weather conditions. The Town of Bonavista is responsible for the maintenance of public road rights-of-ways within the geographical boundaries of the Town of Bonavista with the exception of the provincially owned and operated roads ( Confederation Drive, John Cabot Drive, Ryan's Hill Road, Campbell Street, Church Street, Cape Shore Road, Hospital Road, Station Road, Coster Street, Elliston Road, and Spillar's Cove Road. )  This policy outlines the standard procedure by which the Town of Bonavista conducts its snow-clearing and ice-control operations during the winter season.  This policy is enforced during the period of  December 1 to April 15  or during any time in which snow-clearing operations are deemed necessary by the Municipality.  NOTE: There will be no deviation from the priorities in this policy except for medical emergencies that take place during extreme snow events. View the policy here >>> Snow Clearing & Ice Control Policy

The Town of Bonavista published a "Year in Review" newsletter to spotlight our community and to keep our residents informed. It is used to provide updates on Town projects and issues; provide information on resources, events and news.

NOTICE: Please be advised of the change in garbage collection for the upcoming weeks: Monday, December 23rd - DOUBLE RUN Weekly pickups that are normally on Tuesday (24th) and Wednesday (25th), will be picked up on the 23rd. Friday, December 27th - DOUBLE RUN Weekly pickups that are normally on Thursday (26th) and Friday (27th) will be picked up on the 27th. Monday, December 30th - DOUBLE RUN Weekly pickups that are normally on Tuesday (31st) and Wednesday (1st), will be picked up on the 30th. Friday, January 3rd - DOUBLE RUN Weekly pickups that are normally on Thursday (2nd) and Friday (3rd), will be picked up on the 3rd. Anything that is missed on one day, will be picked up the following day!