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City wins Festivals and Events Excellence Award for Shine Bright New West
The BC Recreation and Parks Association recognizes Shine Bright New West with Excellence AwardMay 6, 2022Building an inclusive food system in New Westminster
We're looking for individuals to help plan an event related to food issues in New WestMay 6, 2022City lands provincial funds for new Riverfront Tugger play area
City lands provincial funds for new Riverfront Tugger play areaApril 19, 202224/7 Emergency Response Centre Shelter
The City, BC Housing and the Lower Mainland Purpose Society are working together to transition the lower floor of 502 Columbia Street (former Army and Navy) into a 24/7 Emergency Response Centre shelter.March 31, 2022
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Welcome to the Royal City
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.