Each year, readers of The New Westminster Record newspaper are asked to cast their votes for their favourites in a number of categories. We are proud to share that a few of our parks and recreation spaces made it to the top of your A-List. Thank you for your votes! We are proud to serve the community and support active living in New Westminster during these challenging times. 

Queen’s Park remains a winning destination offering a wide variety of activities for you to enjoy in a naturally beautiful setting. The crown jewel of the city was declared a WINNER by readers in the following categories: 

• Place to Ride Your Bike 
• Kids’ Hangout 
• Neighbourhood 
• Place to Catch the Game 
• Place to Walk Your Dog 

...and finalist in these categories:

• Historic Site/Landmark
• Place to Bring a Tourist
• Sports Facility

Did you know?
Queen’s Park was the very first public park created in the Colony of British Columbia upon the establishment of the city in 1859. Learn more about the park's storied history.

Other locations were also recognized as favourites in the community:

• WINNER Sports Facility: Canada Games Pool 
• FINALIST Place to Learn a New Skill: Century House
• FINALIST Place to Network: Century House
• FINALIST Sports Facility: Mercer Stadium Track
• FINALIST Place to Walk Your Dog: Westminster Pier Park

Thank you again for your votes!

See all 2020 A-List winners and finalists.