Youth Week is an annual event held throughout BC during the first week of May to celebrate the remarkable contributions of young people to our communities.

Visit the event website for full details and updates on activities for New Westminster youth aged 13 -18: newwestyouth.ca/youthweek

Events at a Glance

New West Youth Awards
Our annual celebration of outstanding  youth aged 13-18 in our community. There are five youth categories and a special recognition for an Adult Ally or organization that has gone above and beyond to support youth.
Thursday, May 1
Invite-only event

First Responders Basketball Showdown
A friendly yet competitive match-up with youth versus New West Police and New West Firefighters! It's more than just a game; it's a celebration of teamwork and community spirit.
təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic & Community Centre
Friday, May 2, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Drop-in Fee: $1.00

Go-Karting Out Trip, Pre-Registration Required
Race your friends on high-speed electric karts, test your skills on the track, and experience the thrill of competitive karting! We'll meet at the New West Youth Centre.
Speeders Go-Karts, Richmond
Saturday, May 3, 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Registration Fee: $70.00

Code Makers, Pre-Registration Required
Explore generative art through creative coding! Experiment with live coding, collaborate on digital art, and join a final coding jam, merging visuals, music, and sound into one massive interactive project.
Anvil Centre
Saturday, May 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Registration Fee: FREE

Intergenerational Bingo & Brunch, Pre-Registration Required
An afternoon of pancakes, bingo, and shared experiences between youth and seniors. Prizes to be won! 
Century House
Sunday, May 4, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Registration Fee: $2.00

Red Dress Day
A powerful event honouring the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women across BC. This gathering will foster remembrance, reflection, and reconciliation.
New West Youth Centre,
Monday, May 5, 3:15 - 7:00 pm
Drop-in Fee: $1.00

Cultural Collab
Share and learn about each other’s cultures and backgrounds! Expect food from different cuisines to try. If sharing is not your thing, just come to listen and enjoy. Come early as it's a popular event.
New West Youth Centre
Tuesday, May 6, 3:15 - 8:00 pm
Drop-in Fee: $1.00

Wrap Party! Drop-in
Celebrate an incredible week with an exciting night of food, music, games, and activities. Win awesome prizes or just hang out with friends!
New West Youth Centre 
Wednesday, May 7, 3:15 - 9:00 pm
Drop-in Fee: $1.00

Contact New Westminster Youth Services Program Coordinator
Paolo Zenone
 
604.515.3801