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Cumberland and E. Sixth Greenway Relocation
The greenway will be temporarily relocated due to təməsew̓txʷ construction.August 5, 2022New West Pride Week
Activities August 5 - 14, 2022August 2, 2022City of New Westminster Sells Low Carbon Credits for $26M
City sells low carbon credits to establish a new Climate Action Reserve Fund.July 27, 2022Extended Hours for Cooling Venues During Heat Event
City cooling venues will extend operating hours during this week's heat event.July 25, 2022
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Welcome to New Westminster
As the oldest city in western Canada, New Westminster has a long and rich history. In 1859, the Royal Engineers arrived from England to establish the first capital of the new colony of British Columbia.
The chosen site was selected both for its beauty and strategic location on the Fraser River.
The chosen site was selected both for its beauty and strategic location on the Fraser River.