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Westminster Pier Park Fire - UPDATE
Answers to frequently asked questions related to the WPP fire have been updated.September 24, 2020Iconic New Westminster public art piece removed due to fire damage
On Wednesday, September 16, 2020, the WOW Westminster public art installation by Brazilian artist José Resende was removed from the timber wharf at Westminster Pier Park following extensive efforts to save this iconic piece.September 17, 2020Property Tax Payments due September 30
All property tax payments and home owner grants must be received by September 30, 2020.September 11, 2020City of New Westminster Parks and Recreation to begin reopening recreation facilities starting September 8, 2020
The reopening of recreation facilities and the restoration of services will be approached gradually in alignment with Public Health Orders and in accordance with BC’s Restart Plan, WorkSafeBC, and industry-specific guidelines.September 3, 2020
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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.