Which neighbourhoods, parks and landmarks make you proud to call Saint John home?
The city has launched a new photo contest on social media called #MySaintJohn to help create some positive online dialogue.
Spokesperson Lisa Caissie told our newsroom the idea stemmed from the city’s population growth framework.
“We’re looking at this as an opportunity to shine the light on Saint John and for citizens, who are our biggest ambassadors, to share with each other, to share with the communities and share with potential newcomers what Saint John has to offer,” Caissie said.
PHOTO CONTEST! Join us to celebrate the places that make us proud to call #mysaintjohn home. This week’s prize: 2 tickets to ELF @ImperialTheatre Nov 24 & family pass to NB Museum @nbmmnb. Draw date Oct 22. Submit photos to mysaintjohn@saintjohn.ca
Visit https://t.co/ivZn37cFVq pic.twitter.com/JvdhJUxvOE— City of Saint John (@cityofsaintjohn) October 15, 2018
Caissie said the first phase, which runs until the end of November, focuses on favourite places, adding they are also working on coming up with other ideas.
“Some of this will grow organically, we understand that, but the next focus may be on people and then perks, which is what we’re saying are Saint John’s brag tags,” she said.
Caissie said they will do weekly random draws for “brag bags”, which include prizes from several local sponsors.
Story by Brad Perry
Twitter: @BradMPerry
Email: perry.brad@radioabl.ca
(Photo submitted)
