Indigenous Market Application + PLO Program Begins

Issue #519

Author

Carla McNeil
February 26, 2026

Inside the New West Spotlight

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 🗓️ New West Events - Plenty of options to enjoy

 💝 You’re So Sweet - Thank you, Abigail B.!

 🗞️ New West Local News - Indigenous Market Application + PLO Program Begins

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Local New Westminster Weather

Historical Records for Today - Record high 11.8 2025 - Record low -6.5 2019

🔄 New round, new hiding spot!

The Tin Man is back with a fresh mystery today.
Find the photo on Facebook and Instagram and make your guess.

Results for last week will be in the newsletter tomorrow!

Linda Stein, it is your lucky day! The previous two names drawn for the Bevies & Bites tickets have not come forward to claim them. The event is on Saturday, and it’s going to be a good one! Please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll organize the tickets for you!

Check out all of our local New Westminster Events

February 26, 2026

🗣️ English Conversation Circles at the Welcome Centre – 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

📚️ Drop-in Wildfires Bookshop – 5:45 PM

🫘 Gardening: Planning for Your Seed Garden – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

🎙️ Georgie's Local Karaoke Night – 7:00 PM

🎩 Cabaret of Wonders – 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM

🎭️ Game On with Melody Mangler at the Flapper Lounge – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎙️ The Terminal Pub Colossal Thursdays Karaoke – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

🎤 Notorious Grey Fox Open Mic Jam – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

February 27, 2026

🧒 Toddler Time (12-36 months) – 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

🍼 Baby Social (0-23 months) – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

📚️ French Reading Buddies (6-9 years) – 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🕺 Jacob Lara's Drop-In Class – 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

🍸️ February Business Social Sips – 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM

🎲 Howe Sound Hitmix Bingo – 7:00 PM

🎩 Cabaret of Wonders – 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM

🎙️ Weekly Karaoke Every Friday – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

🎙️ Notorious Grey Fox Karaoke Friday Nights – 9:00 PM until Close

February 28, 2026

🪡 Needle Felting Workshop – 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

💻️ New West Farmers Market AGM – 10:00 AM

🗣️ Spanish Conversation Drop-in – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

⛅️ Climate Café – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

🗣️ English Conversation Circles – Saturday Sessions – 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

🧶 Knitting & Crocheting Circle – 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

🎉 Let You Art "Heart" Out! – 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

☘️ Restoring the Glen Brook: A Community Gathering – 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM

🥐 Perogies for Peace Dinner – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

📖 Ukrainian Storytime (All Ages) – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

🎶 Jazz Cats Socials at Century House – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎩 Cabaret of Wonders – 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM

🎉 Bevies & Bites 2026 – 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM

🎙️ Karaoke Saturdays at Kelly & Carlos O’Bryan’s – 9:00 PM to 12:30 AM

🕺 Saturday Dance Party at Georgie's – 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

Indigenous artists are invited to apply for the 5th Annual New West Craft Indigenous Market, a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community set against the scenic backdrop of the New West Quay.

The market will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., along the boardwalk in front of River Market. The event brings together talented Indigenous performers, artisans, and makers for a day of connection, storytelling, and artistic expression.

Organizers say the market is an opportunity for artists to showcase handcrafted works and unique creations while celebrating Indigenous culture in a welcoming riverside setting.

The call is open to Indigenous artists — First Nation, Métis, and Inuit. Artists must apply individually and are asked to bring their own tent and table.

Applications are being accepted until April 1, 2026, with limited vendor spots available.

The City of New Westminster has introduced its new Park Liaison Officer (PLO) Program, aimed at helping address non-emergency concerns in local parks and ensuring public spaces remain safe and welcoming for everyone.

In the early stages of the program, residents can expect to see PLOs patrolling Westminster Pier Park and along the Riverfront, with additional visits to parks throughout the city.

Park Liaison Officers are available to respond to concerns that are not emergencies but may impact the enjoyment of shared spaces. This includes issues such as vandalism and nuisance behaviour.

Residents can contact a PLO in two ways:

  • By phone: 604-524-4643 (monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week)

  • By email: [email protected] (monitored Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding statutory holidays)

The City reminds the public to call 9-1-1 in the event of an immediate threat to life, an active crime in progress, or open burning.

More information about the Park Liaison Officer Program is available at newwestcity.ca/plo.

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I asked for sparks — what did I get? 🤞⚡️ 

A full-blown storm. ⛈️ 

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