City of New Westminster
511 Royal Avenue V3L 1H9 New Westminster, BC, Canada

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Faces Behind the Masks Sara was one of the first hires when the ferry started service in 2018 and she's so happy to be back on deck! She started as a deck host and worked her way up being a skipper. Growing up she never thought of sailing the high seas, however now that she's had a taste of marine life, she can't see herself doing anything else. ... "I really like the feeling of community working on the ferry. It's like we're all one big, happy family."

With provincial health orders extended until February 8th, we've updated our summary of available parks and recreation services. Take a look.

Thank you FCM for your generous support from the Green Municipal Fund towards our Sapperton District Energy System project! This initiative will help reduce the carbon intensity of two of the largest development projects in New Westminster: the Royal Columbian Hospital expansion and Sapperton Green, a 38-acre mixed-use development.

We're pleased to announce train whistle cessation will be implemented at two railway crossings, one at Quayside Drive and Laguna Court, and the other at the Brookes Street Pedestrian Crossing in Port Royal. We've been working very closely with Technical Safety British Columbia and with Southern Railway of BC (SRY) to ensure a smooth transition toward cessation at these crossings and the whistle cessation order will be enacted on Friday, December 18, 2020.

Volunteer for a City committee! Take a look at our available vacancies and apply for one that interests you. It's a great way to get involved in your community and influence issues that matter to you. https://www.newwestcity.ca/committees

Please note the Q to Q Ferry holiday schedule. www.newwestcity.ca/qtoqferry . #newwest #newwestminster #qtoqferry

Did you know that information on BC's public health orders is available in several different languages? Translated material on the latest orders can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca//covid-19-provincial-s/restrictions

Give us your feedback on how we as the City can best support electric transportation within New West as we move towards sustainable and electric transportation systems. Complete the survey today through our new public engagement platform, Be Heard New West. beheard.newwestcity.ca/electric-mobility-strategy

What kinds of playground equipment would you like to see at Riverside Park? Register for this virtual open house and give your input.

Looking to improve the comfort of your home? With Energy Save New West, you’ll discover home improvement opportunities including insulation upgrades that not only improve your overall home comfort but can also provide you $1,000s in rebates from government and utilities. Learn more at www.energysavenewwest.ca/existing-homes

We heard lots of great input through our recent COVID-19 Recovery Engagement. For example, participants shared the increased need for outdoor, public spaces to safely connect as a community. Check out the summary report for more!

The City of New Westminster is looking to evaluate how prepared the community of New Westminster is following a major emergency, as part of its Drinking Water Emergency Supply Plan. This will help the City understand the limitations and resources of residents if there is a disruption to the drinking water supply. The survey is open until November 17: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx

Save energy and money this winter with Mysa thermostats. While quantities last, New West residents can save $40 per thermostat in addition to Black Friday sale pricing. Brought to you by the City's Energy Save New West program.

We are creating a new 1.2 km greenway along Agnes Street to support walking, wheeling, and cycling. The Agnes Street Greenway will include a two-way protected bicycle lane for people cycling, improved sidewalks for people walking, and new landscaping, trees, and street furniture like benches. To start, we're installing an interim greenway along Agnes that will allow you to experience it and provide feedback as we work through the design process towards a permanent treatment. ...Learn more about the temporary treatments on our website: https://www.newwestcity.ca//agnes-street-greenway-installa See more

Hey Queensborough residents, bring your pre-sorted soft plastics, other flexible plastics, glass packaging, and large white styrofoam packaging to our recycling drop-off event tomorrow at Starlight Casino from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

ENERGY STAR appliance rebates are back! Purchase a new qualifying ENERGY STAR refrigerator, clothes washer or dryer between now and November 27th and you could receive up to a $500 rebate. Learn more at bchydro.com/appliances

In response to new Public Health Orders issued November 19, 2020, New Westminster Parks and Recreation is required to suspend some services to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Please visit our website for the latest updates. Note that all of our facilities are open.

We've had some reports of coyote sightings recently. Please be cautious and alert, making sure to keep dogs leashed at all times and cats indoors if possible. Remember that coyotes are a normal part of our urban wildlife and while we handle concerns regarding domestic animals, we do not have jurisdiction to handle wild animals (other than the occasional injured wild animal which we transport to a rehab facility). If you see aggressive behaviour from the coyotes, you can report it to the BC Conservation Office. 1-800-663-9453/ 1-800-663-7867.

We have several employment opportunities available, including a Facilities Management Coordinator, who will be responsible for the maintenance of several key municipal buildings and will play an important role in helping the City achieve our target of becoming a carbon-neutral corporation. Take a look at all opportunities on our website. https://www.newwestcity.ca//e/employment_opportunities.php

New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services are currently responding to a major fire in Queensborough in the area of Derwent Way and Salter St. The public is asked to avoid the area and residents should close their windows and remain indoors. #NewWest

As part of Fire Prevention Week, New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services is holding a colouring contest for kids of all ages. Head over to our website and download a colouring sheet, decorate it any way you like, and drop it off at the Glenbrook Fire Hall for a chance to win a prize. The deadline for submissions is October 23rd. Visit www.newwestcity.ca/FPW for more info.

Want to learn more about where your municipal tax dollars go? Tune in to our Open Council Workshop on Monday, Nov. 23 at 1:00 pm to hear from staff and Council. Visit our Budget 2021 page for more info.

ROADWORK ALERT: CN Rail will be replacing the rail track at Braid St. east of Brunette Ave. resulting in a full road closure to all vehicles, pedestrians & cyclists from Friday, Oct 23, 7pm to Sunday, Oct 25, mid-day. More info & detours routes: http://ow.ly/857E50C00ba #NewWest

For the safety of passengers and crew, masks are mandatory on the Q to Q ferry over the age of two. If you forget yours, we’ll have disposable ones available. High-touch areas will be cleaned after each crossing and hand sanitizer is available onboard. 6 Capacity is limited to six passengers and two crew.

Hey, history buffs! Register for this free photo tour of post-war New West, taking place tonight via Zoom. Details at the link below.

Help keep streets and sidewalks clear and accessible for all. Please do not sweep leaves onto the street. Any leaves or yard waste that do not fit into your greens bin can be put into kraft paper bags and placed beside your cart about a metre away. . #newwest #newwestminster

Show you care about your community by wearing a mask. Thanks for helping protect New West! #newwest #newwestminster #wearingiscaring #maskupnw #MaskingForAFriend

Now is a great time to enjoy the sun, support local businesses, and try sustainable modes of transportation. Check out our website for upcoming Streets for People events where you can take part in games, get a free bike safety check, learn about transportation in the city, and enter to win a $150 gift card to a New Westminster business of your choice.

Join us for the last Glenbrook Ravine native species planting of the year! On October 24 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, we'll be planting approximately 200 native trees and shrubs. Brought to you in partnership with the Invasive Species Council of Metro Vancouver

This week is Fire Prevention Week! Stop by our fire prevention tent and learn more about fire safety. There will be activities and giveaways! Come find us throughout the community from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the following locations: Oct7 Westminster Centre, Oct 8 Hyack Square, Oct 9 McBride Safeway. Learn more about other Fire Prevention Week activities at: https://www.newwestcity.ca//fire-prevent/articles/7850.php

New Westminster and Tilhqot’in Nation become Sister Communities with the signing of a Sister Community Agreement. Read more: https://www.newwestcity.ca//press_relea/site_post/3032.php

Streets for People in 2020 events continue! Join Happy City, HUB Cycling and Uptown businesses at the 6th and 6th area of Uptown for family-friendly games, free bicycle safety checks, information pop-up about Streets for People, and a chance to win a $150 gift certificate for your choice of New Westminster store.

Before you start, talk to Energy Save New West to learn how you can access up to $15,000 in NEW rebates for home upgrades including insulation, windows/doors, furnaces/boilers, heat pumps and more! www.energysavenewwest.ca

Proper cart placement is important so collection days go as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips!

Protect those around you by wearing a mask. Thanks for caring, New West! #newwest #newwestminster #wearingiscaring #maskupnw #MaskingForAFriend

Hey #NewWest businesses! Here's a handy graphic with tips on how to keep our commercial streetscapes clean and accessible this fall and throughout the year.

We want to know what you think we should prioritize as we prepare the 2021 City budget. Take our survey and let us know! Survey link in Instagram bio and also www.newwestcity.ca/budget2021 #newwest #newwestminster

Let us know what your priorities are as we go through the Budget 2021 process. Take the survey at newwestcity.ca/budget2021

Join us on 9th Street this Friday and enjoy an afternoon of free bicycle safety checks, family and wheelchair-accessible games, information about Streets for People, and a chance to win a $150 gift card for the New Westminster store of your choice!

Tree sale happening on Halloween! View the list of available trees and reserve yours. https://www.newwestcity.ca/treesale

If you are a licensed child care organization or facility in New Westminster, we want to hear from you! Take this survey to give our Child Care Working Group an idea of the status of child care operations in our city and how we can support these services moving forward. Thank you for your participation!