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 🎟️ Enter The Draw Today - Free Heritage Homes Tour Tickets

 🗞️ New West Local News - Resident Benefits + Triple Recognition for təməsew̓txʷ

 😆 Meme of the Day

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May 16, 2025

🕺 Dance Fit – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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

👶 Babytime (0-12 months) – 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New Westminster Area – 1:00 PM

🍔 Between 2 Buns  – 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🧘 Yoga with HIM in New West – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

👨‍🍳 Culinary Kitchen – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🎲 Friendsday Night Board Games – Doors open at 6:00 PM

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

👻 The Ghostly New West Tour – 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

🎸 Live Music at The Terminal - Mike Van Eyes – 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM

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

🎲 Board Night Game – Phantom Alley

May 17, 2025

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New Westminster Area – 1:00 PM

👨‍🎨 Stress Relieving: Mirror & Clay Mandala Art Workshop – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

🏃‍♀️ HIIT & Mat Pilates – Just for the Girls – 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

🚲️ Youth Cycle Express: $2 Drop-in for Youth – (For youth ages 13 - 18) 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Friendship Circle for Tots – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

🎨 Screen Printing – 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🎶 East Meets West – 7:30 PM at Massey Theatre

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

🕹️ Fighting Game Night – Phantom Alley

May 18, 2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Spectrum Strong Parents – 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

🧘 Yoga for Tots – 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

🎭️ Slaysian Drag Brunch – 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM

🎨 Art Explorers with Clarissa Banos ( for 6yrs+) – 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

🖌️ Live Painting Demo with Rod Pedralba – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

🎉 Vyshyvanka Mini-Fest – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

💑 City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - New Westminster Area – 1:00 PM

🍩 B2B + Donuts – 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

⛸️ Public Skate – 1:15 PM to 2:45 PM

🧘 Yang Tai Chi 24 form – 5:00 PM

🏈 Sunday and Monday Night Football – at the Terminal Pub

Win FREE Tickets to the

Heritage Homes Tour Event! 

We are giving away two tickets to the New Westminster Heritage Homes Tour event happening on May 25, 2025. Entering the draw is super quick and easy!

CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE DRAW

🕓 Entries close Thursday, May 22 @ 2:00 PM
🎫 Don’t miss out—enter now!

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Unlock More Fun: Create Your New Westminster Recreation Account Today!

Did You Know? A New Westminster Parks & Recreation Account Unlocks Fun, Savings, and Priority Access

Ready to dive into swim lessons, try a new fitness class, or book a spot for your favorite drop-in activity? It all starts with creating a New Westminster Parks and Recreation account—your key to a season full of activity, learning, and connection.

And if you live in New Westminster, there’s even more in store! Residents enjoy priority registration, exclusive access to limited-capacity drop-ins, and discounted rates on eligible rentals.

Resident Benefits
New Westminster residents with an active account enjoy:

• Advanced access to register for programs and drop-in sessions

• Reduced rates on eligible facility rentals

To access these benefits, adults aged 19 and over must provide proof of residency. Accepted documents include a BC Driver’s Licence, BC Services Card or ID, or a City of New Westminster electrical bill dated within the last three months.

Proof of residency can be submitted online or in person within 14 days of creating an account. Without it, your account won’t qualify for early registration or resident-only rates.

🖥️ Create Your Account

You can set up your account in three easy ways:

• ✅ Online: cityofnewwestminster.perfectmind.com

• ✅ In-person at any New Westminster recreation facility

• ✅ By phone—just call a facility near you

📅 After submitting your online account request, you’ll receive a response within 3 business days.
📍 Please submit the form only once. Need to make changes? Contact: [email protected]

Already Have an Account or Not Sure?
If you’re unsure whether you have an account, visit the login page and click “Forgot Password” to reset or confirm your account.

Adding Family Members
Be sure to add all family members who live at your address when creating your account. Adults 19+ are encouraged to register their own individual accounts.

💬 Learn more and get started today at
👉 cityofnewwestminster.perfectmind.com

🏆️Triple Recognition for təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic Centre as Climate and Community Leader🎉 

The City of New Westminster has every reason to celebrate as the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre continues to earn acclaim—most recently taking home three major awards that highlight its excellence in design, sustainability, and community leadership.

A Community Treasure, Recognized

Though təməsew̓txʷ has already become a beloved fixture in the city, these latest accolades reaffirm what so many community members already know: this facility is something truly special. The BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) recently honoured təməsew̓txʷ with its Facility Excellence Award (over $6 million category), a distinction reserved for public spaces that go above and beyond to reflect community values. With its inclusive, accessible, and eco-conscious design, təməsew̓txʷ continues to stand out as a place where everyone feels welcome.

A Champion of Sustainability and Innovation

The centre also received two prestigious awards from the Recreational Facilities Association of British Columbia (RFABC):

• The Polar Engineering Climate Action Award for leading the way in sustainable design and significantly reducing environmental impact.

• The Bill Woycik Outstanding Facility Award for addressing community needs with innovation, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to environmental responsibility.

These awards are a testament to the forward-thinking vision behind təməsew̓txʷ, and to New Westminster’s leadership in building a greener, more inclusive future.

A Facility Built With Purpose—and Heart

At over 10,000 square metres and a $114 million investment, təməsew̓txʷ stands as New Westminster’s largest-ever capital project and a proud symbol of civic progress. It’s also a national trailblazer: the first completed all-electric facility in Canada certified under the Canada Green Building Council’s Zero Carbon Building – Design Standard.

With a Gold rating from the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification—and an impressive 84% score—the centre continues to set a high bar for inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation.

Honouring Indigenous Culture and Community Connection

More than just a building, təməsew̓txʷ is a place rooted in meaning. Its name—təməsew̓txʷ, or “Sea Otter House”—is drawn from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language, honouring Indigenous heritage, identity, and connection to the land. Designed by hcma architecture + design and officially opened in 2024, the centre reflects the community’s deep respect for culture, history, and place.

A Global Role Model

In addition to these local honours, təməsew̓txʷ has received international acclaim, including the Prix Versailles 2024 World Title—a rare and prestigious recognition that places it among the world’s most outstanding public facilities.

A Lasting Legacy

təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre is more than a facility, it’s a vibrant gathering place, a bold vision brought to life, and a source of enduring pride for New Westminster and British Columbia. Its continued recognition is a reflection of the values it represents: inclusion, sustainability, and community spirit.

With every award and accolade, təməsew̓txʷ reminds us what’s possible when we build not just for today, but for generations to come.

Discover more about təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre by visiting the City of New Westminster’s website.

Read Press Release Here

⛈️ Rain Joke of the Day 🌧️ 

💦Why did the raindrop bring a towel?

Because it wanted to make a splash! 🌊 

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