The Town of Portugal Cove - St. Philip's

The Town of Portugal Cove - St. Philip's Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is a growing modern town in a rural coastal setting. Philip’s is a growing modern town in rural Newfoundland and Labrador.

We are close to St. John’s, but separate enough to offer a quiet and rich existence on the edge of the Atlantic. Families and businesses are growing, and life is good. Better yet, we’re surrounded by jaw-dropping coastline and hundreds of years of history and folklore

This page is a forum for information and dialogue with our residents and visitors. We encourage people, community groups and busin

esses to submit photos, promote their events and celebrate our community together. Our goal is to create a positive environment for us all to gather and create an online community as rich as our real one.

Woohoo! 🎉 This morning at the 2026 Killick Coast Games , Team PCSP placed in multiple divisions during the cross country...
08/18/2026

Woohoo! 🎉 This morning at the 2026 Killick Coast Games , Team PCSP placed in multiple divisions during the cross country run! Congratulations and keep up the great teamwork!

2014/2015 Boys Division(1.5km):
2nd: Noah Molloy PCSP
3rd: Matthew Lockyear PCSP

2012/2013 Girls Division (2.0km)
1st: Juliet Squires-Sturge PCSP
2nd: Emma Fleming PCSP
3rd: Mirin O’Regan PCSP

2012/2013 Boys Division (2.0km)
3rd: Sam Hurley PCSP

Did your camper come home missing a favourite jacket, water bottle, or single shoe? 🧢🎒We’ve got a whole table of "whoops...
08/18/2026

Did your camper come home missing a favourite jacket, water bottle, or single shoe? 🧢🎒

We’ve got a whole table of "whoops, that’s mine!" items waiting for their owners at the PCSP Town Hall! Drop by during office hours to check the lost & found pile before these items move on to their next adventure.

📍PCSP Town Hall (1119 Thorburn Road)
⏰ Monday to Friday | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
🚨 All unclaimed items will be donated after Friday, August 28th.

Questions? Contact our summer camp team at [email protected]

Every great adventure begins with turning the first page!📚Join us Tuesday through Thursday in the PCSP Library to discov...
08/18/2026

Every great adventure begins with turning the first page!📚

Join us Tuesday through Thursday in the PCSP Library to discover whats on our shelves, including puzzles, games and brand new book releases! Is there a book title you're looking for? Let us know! We'll add it to our shelves.

Activity nights take place on Wednesdays! Meet Recreation Coordinator Mike each Wednesday from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm to take a break from the heat and make a cool science experiment or craft! Demonstration begins 5:00 pm 🔬🎨

For full details on the PCSP Library, visit our website https://pcsp.ca/live-play/library/

We’ve been making great progress on the rollout of our automated garbage bins!🚛Bins are currently being delivered to hou...
08/17/2026

We’ve been making great progress on the rollout of our automated garbage bins!🚛

Bins are currently being delivered to households along the Thursday route, and we ask that those with the bins, to begin using them on your next scheduled collection day. You can find information on how to correctly place your bin in our updated automated garbage guide on our website here, https://pcsp.ca/services/garbage-recycling/. You can also find information on what can go in the cart, how to contact Public Works, and more.

Deliveries for remaining routes continue weekly as weather and daily operations allow. Bins will be left at the end of your driveway with a physical copy of the automated garbage guide attached to the inside of the lid, you don’t need to be home to accept the bin!

Thank you for your patience as we work to roll out the new service. If you have any questions, please contact Public Works by calling 709-895-8000 ext. 228 or by emailing [email protected].

Public Council Meeting Highlights from Thursday, August 6 ✨CAO Report➡️ The Town wishes all the athletes, coaches, volun...
08/17/2026

Public Council Meeting Highlights from Thursday, August 6 ✨

CAO Report
➡️ The Town wishes all the athletes, coaches, volunteers and staff a great week at the Killick Coast Games being held in Pouch Cove, Bauline and Flatrock starting on August 16th.
➡️ Applications are still being received for the Septic Pumping Rebate Program. A form is available on our website, pcsp.ca or by clicking this link https://tinyurl.com/3t9a9ns3
➡️ Staff are working on the new automated garbage collection program for roll out in the community. If residents have any questions or concerns they are encouraged to call into the Town Office and speak with our public works staff who are happy to help.

Admin and Governance
➡️ Schedule of Meetings – changes were approved to the meeting schedule for the remainder of 2026. For up-to-date information on when meetings are happening visit, https://pcsp.ca/your-government/
➡️ Council adopted the PCSP Flag Policy, which can be found on our website here, https://pcsp.ca/your-government/policies-by-laws/

Community Services
➡️Beautification Project for Rainbow Gully Park – an approval for an entrance way Rainbow Gully Park beautification project was approved following a request for quotes. The project will be completed by the Grand Concourse Authority, in the amount of $30,263.69, and is a budgeted item for 2026.

Planning and Development
➡️ Council is proceeding with Municipal Plan Amendment No. 25, 2026 and Development Regulations Amendment No. 42, 2026, which propose to enable development of a Garden Suite to provide an alternative housing option on existing properties for affordable, seniors and intergenerational housing, by adopting the Commissioner's Report and approving the amendments (with the Commissioner’s recommendation). The Commissioner's Report and amendments will now be forwarded to the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs for registration in accordance with the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000.
➡️ Council are also proceeding with Development Regulations Amendment No. 44, 2026, which proposes to allow front yard setbacks greater than 32 m at Council’s discretion in select land use zones, by adopting the amendment. The amendments will now be forwarded to the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs for registration in accordance with the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000.

Public Works and Safety
➡️ Council approved a study on parking and safety in the Beachy Cove Road area surrounding Beachy Cove Beach, to Harbourside Engineering.
➡️ A replacement pump was approved for the Thorpe’s Road sewage lift station, at a cost of $32,590.00 plus HST.
➡️ Council approved the Water Sewer Line Leak Policy can be found on our website here, https://pcsp.ca/your-government/policies-by-laws/
➡️ The By – Law for Solid Waste was revised and adopted and can be found on our website here, https://pcsp.ca/your-government/policies-by-laws/

The end of our summer reading challenge is getting closer! 📚Until August 28, we're challenging all ages to a reading adv...
08/17/2026

The end of our summer reading challenge is getting closer! 📚

Until August 28, we're challenging all ages to a reading adventure filled with stories about kindness, friendship, unity, and so much more! This is a fantastic opportunity to discover new favourite authors and explore different kinds of stories!

Here is how it works:
📚 For every 5 books you read, you will receive a free age-appropriate book from the Town and get an entry into our grand prize draw!
📚 Make sure to read books based on this year's theme, using the 'Themed Books' checklist! Every themed book you finish gets you another grand prize entry.
📚 Keep track of all your reading and any challenge activities you complete!

Simply send photos of your progress to our Recreation Coordinator, Mike Stone, at [email protected], or call 709-895-8000 ext. 226 to be entered in the draw.
You can find the full list of reading milestones and themed book categories on our website!

Need ideas for what to read? Check out our website for library hours, summer activities, and plenty of reading inspiration. For full details on the program and library services, please visit pcsp.ca/live-play/library/

📚 Happy reading, everyone! 📚

The 2026 Killick Coast Games have officially begun! 🎉Athletes from PCSP are set to compete through August 20 across mult...
08/17/2026

The 2026 Killick Coast Games have officially begun! 🎉

Athletes from PCSP are set to compete through August 20 across multiple sports, bringing great energy and community spirit to this annual tradition.

A big thank you to our host municipalities; the Town of Flatrock , the Town of Pouch Cove, and the Town Of Bauline for hosting this year's events. We also want to thank MHA Fred Hutton, Mayor Dave Bartlett, Deputy Mayor Kim Churchill, PCSP , and Councillor Wendy Squires-Ennis for attending Sunday's opening ceremonies and waving the PCSP flag proudly ☀️

Good luck to all athletes! Remember to play hard, support one another, and make great memories this week, and don't forget to cheer on every athlete (but, if you see one wearing a purple shirt make sure to cheer extra loud 😉)

Follow the official 2026 Killick Coast Games page to stay updated on schedules, scores, and highlights throughout the week.

Nominations close this week for the Bill Churchill Memorial Scholarship! 🥎The Bill Churchill Memorial Scholarship celebr...
08/17/2026

Nominations close this week for the Bill Churchill Memorial Scholarship! 🥎

The Bill Churchill Memorial Scholarship celebrates youth in Portugal Cove - St. Philip’s who excel in sports, academics, leadership, and community involvement.
This $500 award recognizes young leaders who inspire others through dedication, sportsmanship, and mentorship - whether on the field, in the classroom, or out in the community.

If you know a Level 1 - 3 student or a soon-to-be post-secondary student making a real difference, nominate them today! 🎉

🥎Thank you to Gerry's Backhoe Services Men's Softball Team for hosting the Bill Churchill Memorial Tournament this past July.

🗓️Deadline for applications is Friday August 21st, 2026.
https://pcsp.ca/article/nominations-now-open/

The Town of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is in receipt of an application to establish a Medical & Professional (private th...
08/14/2026

The Town of Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s is in receipt of an application to establish a Medical & Professional (private therapy services) as a home occupation from an existing dwelling at No. 30 Country Garden Road.

The hours of operation for the proposed business are Monday to Thursday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Friday to Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, by appointment only. Parking will be provided in the driveway of the dwelling. The current zoning for the property is Residential Medium Density which permits Medical & Professional as a Discretionary Use.

Prior to considering the application, Council is inviting public input regarding the proposal. Residents are encouraged to submit written comments to [email protected].

Please be advised that this application is open to appeal once a decision has been made by Council as per Section 42 of the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000.

Further information on this matter may be obtained by contacting the Planning & Development Department at 709-895-8000 (option 4).

Address

1119 Thorburn Road
Portugal Cove, NL
A1M1T6

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17098958000

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