Construction will begin on the new state-of-the-art fire station in the Goulds the week of July 6, 2026.

Funded through a $12,705,832 investment from the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) Community stream, the facility will reduce operating and maintenance costs, deliver up to a 90% reduction in space heating energy demand, and achieve an estimated 30–40% reduction in total building ownership costs.

Located at 371 Main Road, the new Goulds Fire Station will provide firefighters with a modern, functional facility featuring three drive-through apparatus bays, kitchen and living areas, sleeping quarters, training facilities, and administrative space.

The new station is being designed to Passive House Standard, a globally recognized, science-based energy standard. Passive House Design focuses on five key areas:

• High-performing insulation to reduce thermal bridging
• An airtight building envelope
• High-performance windows
• Heat recovery ventilation
• Passive solar heating and cooling

Currently, the St. John’s Regional Fire Department operates the Goulds Fire Station with career firefighters Monday to Friday until 4 p.m., with volunteer coverage in the evenings and weekends. With the opening of the new facility, service will expand to a full-time, 24/7 career firefighter operation. Goulds volunteer firefighters were informed of this change when the new station was first announced in 2019 and have been supportive of the transition.

Construction is expected to be completed by January 2028 (subject to change). Impacts on traffic and pedestrians are expected to be minimal, though occasional delays may be required to support construction activities.

The City has a strategic direction to be a Sustainable City, economically, environmentally and financially. The Goulds Fire Station advances this direction by reducing operational and maintenance costs while reducing the City’s environmental footprint. It also aligns with the City’s Resilient St. John’s Community Climate Plan, aiming to reach net zero by 2050.