Town of Holyrood

Town of Holyrood Holyrood, located at the head of Conception Bay, is just a half hour drive from St. John's along the Trans Canada Highway (TCH), and 45 km from St.

John's along the more leisurely route of the Admirals Coast (Conception Bay Highway). The population of Holyrood is approximately 2100. Holyrood is renowned for its scenic beauty, its beautiful harbour and marina and well maintained homes & property. Holyrood incorporates the convenience of urban living with the traditional setting of rural Newfoundland. Driving through the town along the Holyrood Access Road on Route 62, visitors will notice Willows Golf Course and Holy Cross Park, with its outdoor swimming pool, picnic areas and nature trails. Driving through Holyrood, the Main Beach Boardwalk area is a great opportunity to stretch your legs while admiring the beautiful scenery and nature of the Holyrood harbour. Nature enthusiasts can explore around and within Holyrood along its rivers, and catch glimpses of moose, hare or fox and many varieties of birds depending on the season. George's Cove Mountain, known for its cross on top of the hill, reward the hiker with a panoramic view of Holyrood.

🚁✨ Drone Light Show Update ✨🚁Due to high winds forecasted for Saturday, September 19, potentially exceeding 100 km/h, we...
09/16/2026

🚁✨ Drone Light Show Update ✨🚁

Due to high winds forecasted for Saturday, September 19, potentially exceeding 100 km/h, we will be unable to safely execute our Drone Light Show as planned.

While we were looking forward to bringing the show to the skies over Holyrood, safety has to come first. 🌬️

The good news? drone light show Canada will be making a stop in Holyrood as part of our Fall Festival in October! 🍂🚁✨

More information coming soon — stay tuned! 👀

We're Hiring - Casual Firefighters (Temporary, Call-In)The Town of Holyrood is accepting applications for Casual Firefig...
09/15/2026

We're Hiring - Casual Firefighters (Temporary, Call-In)

The Town of Holyrood is accepting applications for Casual Firefighters (Temporary, Call-In).

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 12:00 noon.

Submit your cover letter, resume, relevant certifications, and two professional references to [email protected] with the subject line “Casual Firefighter Application.”

View the full job posting:https://holyrood.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Casual-Firefighter-Job-Posting-2026.pdf

💧 Water System Update - September 11, 2026A comprehensive update on the Town of Holyrood’s water system is available in ...
09/11/2026

💧 Water System Update - September 11, 2026

A comprehensive update on the Town of Holyrood’s water system is available in mailboxes today.

The update provides an overview of the challenges we have experienced over the past several weeks, the work completed to date, current system conditions, and the steps being taken to identify and address the ongoing issues.

We encourage residents to take a few minutes to review the update so you have the latest information on the Town’s water system and the work underway.

📄 The full update is also available online here:
https://holyrood.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Water-System-Update-Septmber-11-2026.pdf

📣 WE’RE HIRING!The Town of Holyrood is hiring a Communications Coordinator – Recreation & Community Services!📅 Term: Tem...
09/09/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING!

The Town of Holyrood is hiring a Communications Coordinator – Recreation & Community Services!

📅 Term: Temporary until December 31, 2026, with possibility of extension.

Full details, including salary, qualifications and application information, are available at:https://holyrood.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Job-ad-Communications-Coordinator-2026-1.pdf

📌 Deadline to apply: Tuesday, September 15 at 4:00pm

📚✏️ Back to School Time! 🚌🚸As students return to school this week, please remember to drive with extra caution. Slow dow...
09/08/2026

📚✏️ Back to School Time! 🚌🚸

As students return to school this week, please remember to drive with extra caution. Slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and always stop for school buses when lights are flashing.

Let’s work together to keep our children safe as they start the new school year

Water Service Update – Tonight’s Planned ShutoffThe Town of Holyrood is advising residents that tonight’s planned water ...
09/03/2026

Water Service Update – Tonight’s Planned Shutoff

The Town of Holyrood is advising residents that tonight’s planned water shutoff will be limited to the following areas:

Affected Areas:
• Godson’s Road
• Byrne’s Lane

111 Conception Bay Highway to the CBS boundary, including all side roads, may experience periodic water shutoffs after midnight. All other areas of the Town should maintain water service overnight.

We are seeing slight improvement in the water system and are asking all residents to please continue conserving water as we work toward returning to normal water levels.

Thank you for your continued patience, understanding and cooperation as we work through this situation together.

The Town of Holyrood is advising residents that water service will be temporarily shut off on Godson’s Road at 10:00 am....
09/03/2026

The Town of Holyrood is advising residents that water service will be temporarily shut off on Godson’s Road at 10:00 am. Water is currently off at Byrne’s Lane.

Water Available to Residents
Bottled water is available at the Town Office – 34 Salmonier Line
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

The Town appreciates residents’ continued patience, understanding, and cooperation as crews work to stabilize the system and restore water service as soon as possible.

Water Service Update - Tonight's Planned Shut-OffThe Town of Holyrood will be conducting further water system investigat...
09/02/2026

Water Service Update - Tonight's Planned Shut-Off

The Town of Holyrood will be conducting further water system investigation and leak detection work tonight.

Water service will be shut off throughout the entire Town from 8:00 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, September 2, until 5:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 3.

Throughout the night, Town crews and contracted leak detection specialists will be working in various areas of the water system. Sections of the system will be isolated at different times to allow crews to investigate and identify areas where water loss may be occurring.

This work is an important part of our ongoing efforts to identify problem areas within the water distribution system and reduce water loss, while helping us better understand the condition of the system.

Water service is expected to resume following the completion of the overnight work, with crews continuing to monitor the system and assess the results.

We appreciate residents’ continued patience and understanding as we work through these challenges. Town staff and contractors continue to work around the clock to identify issues and improve the reliability of the Town’s water system.

Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Water Service Update – Tonight’s Planned Shut-OffThe Town of Holyrood will be conducting further water system investigat...
09/01/2026

Water Service Update – Tonight’s Planned Shut-Off

The Town of Holyrood will be conducting further water system investigation and leak detection work tonight.

Water service will be shut off throughout the entire Town from 8:00 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, September 1, until 5:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, Wednesday, September 2.

Throughout the night, Town crews and contracted leak detection specialists will be working in various areas of the water system. Sections of the system will be isolated at different times to allow crews to investigate and identify areas where water loss may be occurring.

This work is an important part of our ongoing efforts to identify problem areas within the water distribution system and reduce water loss, while helping us better understand the condition of the system.

Water service is expected to resume following the completion of the overnight work, with crews continuing to monitor the system and assess the results.

We appreciate residents’ continued patience and understanding as we work through these challenges. Town staff and contractors continue to work around the clock to identify issues and improve the reliability of the Town’s water system.

Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Water Interruption - Northside Road + side roadsResidents in the Northside Road area are advised that water service will...
09/01/2026

Water Interruption - Northside Road + side roads

Residents in the Northside Road area are advised that water service will be temporarily interrupted today from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Affected Area:
Northside Road, including all side roads within this area.

This temporary interruption is required to support the Town’s ongoing water system maintenance and operational efforts. Water service will be restored as soon as the work is completed, with the current anticipated restoration time of 3:00 p.m.

We appreciate residents’ continued patience and understanding as this important work continues.

Address

34 Salmonier Line
Holyrood, NL
A0A2R0

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17092297252

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