project Update

We are pleased to share that starting on Monday, May 4, Phase 1 of the westward expansion of Westminster Pier Park will be officially open to the public.

Completion of Phase 1 invites the community to experience the new outdoor fitness area, ping pong tables, picnic areas and riverfront tiered deck seating – all offering panoramic views of the Fraser River.  A key highlight is the central installation of ‘Ebb and Flow’, a significant public art piece by Brent Sparrow and Kelly Cannell, representing traditional Musqueam Salish markers, placed among ‘log jam’ seating. 

Phase 2, opening the remainder of the park is expected to complete in July.

June 5 update: 

Circulation through Park C has been adjusted to enable paving of the main park access. Pedestrians will continue to have access through Park C between Westminster Pier Park and the Esplanade. Wayfinding signage is posted on-site.

As we announce this exciting milestone, please note that the areas highlighted with a dashed blue line will remain fenced as construction continues on the remainder of the site – including festival plaza, stage, spray park, lawn areas, dog off-leash area and washrooms.

Updates will continue to be provided on this page and through the City’s official communication channels.

Play Area Impacts

The play tower next to the Sixth Street pedestrian overpass and ramp is temporarily closed until completion of Park C construction.  The closure is necessary to provide the  contractor with access to install two new park washrooms next to the play area.  We appreciate your patience.

project background

This park will be located on the west side of Westminster Pier Park, next to the 660 Quayside development.

It is designed for active use and includes a quiet area near the residential tower. A central multi-use path will run through the park and will also serve as a service lane connecting to Westminster Pier Park at the Sixth Street pedestrian overpass. The park will have several "outdoor rooms" with different features, including an outdoor fitness area, table tennis, a small off-leash dog area, and various seating options. To the south of the path, a large open plaza with raised lawn areas will offer great riverfront views. The plaza will also have a seasonal interactive water play area, special lighting, custom paving, seating, and a performance stage for events. At the park’s east entrance, there will be a public art installation created by two First Nations artists.

For more information about the 660 Quayside Project, visit 660 Quayside Drive & Westminster Pier Park Expansion | City of New Westminster

schedule

Construction Start: June 2025

Anticipated Completion (weather dependent):

Phase 1: Completed May 4, 2026

Phase 2: July 2026

project impacts

Typical work hours will be Monday to Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, and some work may be required after 5:00 pm and on Saturdays, later in the project. All work will be in accordance with the Construction Noise Bylaw No. 6063, 1992.

Construction vehicles will access the site from Begbie Street, with traffic control personnel as needed to manage traffic.

The site will be closed during construction for safety. However, a safe emergency exit will be maintained from the Pier West parkade stairs through the construction area. The Riverfront Esplanade connection from the Fraser River Discovery Centre to Westminster Pier Park will be open for public use. If any intermittent closures are required, on site signage will be posted in advance.

We are committed to minimizing any disruptions during construction. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to bring this new riverfront park to New Westminster!

PROJECT CONTACT

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Parks and Recreation:

Phone 604.527.4567

Email active@newwestcity.ca