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⚓ Hot dogs can help locals in need
👋 And a New West group needs volunteers
New West Anchor Staff
June 06, 2023
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Welcome to Tuesday, New West!
We’re into the warm months of June, but would you believe rain is on the way? Friday’s expected to be a tad wet, though it’ll still be 22 degrees.
There is something refreshing about a little rain in the warmer weather. We’ve watched with excitement as our relatively new planters look lush and green. They’re almost as green as the recently planted plants along the Agnes Greenway—which will have its official opening on June 17. Find the details here.
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CAN YOU HELP?
The Don’t Go Hungry program, which has roots in New Westminster, is still trying to raise funds to be able to provide fresh, nutritious food to those in need.
On Saturday, June 17, they’ll be selling hot dogs, chips, pop, and ice cream to raise funds to be able to keep purchasing food, so that they can keep going. The fundraiser is happening outside the Buy-Low Foods in the Edmonds area.
Learn more about the status of the Don’t Go Hungry program here.
LOCAL NEWS
If you hadn’t heard, Tipperary Park will be getting close to $250,000 from the federal government to improve its green space.
Learn more about the planned improvements for the area.
SPONSORED BY CITY OF NEW WESTMINSTER AND ENERGY SAVE NEW WEST
Energy upgrade and bonus rebates
Did you know that you can access bonus rebates up to $2,000 when you complete two or more eligible energy upgrades? This incentive is in addition to the rebates you receive for individual measures from the CleanBC Better Homes program.
Energy Save New West’s 2022 data shows the average energy savings for homes who completed two or more upgrades was 80% more than those who completed just one upgrade. If you’re considering home renovations this spring, we encourage you to pursue multiple home upgrades to maximize your incentives.
For more information, check out Two Upgrade Bonus Rebate and Home Energy Improvement Bonus Rebate programs or talk to Energy Save New West today!
📣 Neighbourhood bulletin
🇺🇦 Ukraine fundraiser. Enjoy a formal dinner that begins with Ukrainian delicacies, and will be followed by entertainment and speeches. Tickets start at $50. The event is taking place on Saturday, June 10 at the Holy Eucharist Cathedral.
🍼La Leche League. The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 14, and the topic is “when your baby arrives.” Learn more about the meeting here.
👋Volunteers needed. The Royal Columbian Hospital Auxiliary needs volunteers for its New to You thrift store, as well as its lotto booth and gift store; the latter two are located at the hospital. Find details here.
📅 Registration for City of New Westminster City programs opens Thursday, Jun. 8, 10am for residents. Be prepared to register online!*
☀️ Start your summer at the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat festival with Dear Rouge and SABAI on the TD Main Stage. Plus, North America’s biggest dragon boat races June 24-25!*
*Sponsored Listing
SPONSORED BY VANCOUVER FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL
Vancouver Folk Music Festival returns this summer!
From global beats to soul-stirring ballads, rollicking Cajun tunes to glorious traditional dance music from Italy—experience all this and much more at the Vancouver Folk Music Festival, July 14-16 at Jericho Beach Park.
Early bird discounts until June 15, get your tickets now!
🗞 In other news
E-bike rebate. The BC government says the program has seen an extremely high demand, resulting in thousands of people ending up on the wait list. (CBC Vancouver)
Pride security. The federal government will be offering $1.5M to pride groups across the country, with the aim of helping the groups with their security costs. (CTV Vancouver)
Lifeguard shortage. If you’re planning to go visit pools and beaches in Vancouver, a heads up that there have recently been lifeguard shortages. So much so that at least two beaches in the city didn’t have lifeguards over the weekend. (CityNews Vancouver)
Rice Lake. Investigators in North Vancouver say a 26-year-old man drowned over the weekend. This is the third water-related event in as many weeks. (CBC Vancouver)
Dangerous ball pit. A mom from New West says she was at the Adventure Zone playground with her young son when he and a number of other children found a knife in a ball pit, along with band-aids and what appeared to be rolling papers. It happened on Saturday. (CityNews Vancouver)
Familiar busker. Jann Arden will be out and about on the streets of Vancouver, campaigning to raise awareness regarding the issue of live horse exports. (CTV Vancouver)
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Health check: Be Heard New West
The banner for the Be Heard New West website/City of New Westminster
Who is frequenting the online feedback tool? After city staff released information about Be Heard in a report last month, we took a look at the provided data.
If you haven’t had a chance to read this piece, you can do so here.
🤝 Now hiring
Cast member at Landmark Cinemas.
Barista/cashier at the Starbucks location at Westminster Centre.
Greeter at White Spot at the Royal City Centre.
Bubble tea cashier & barista at CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice
Hiring in New West? Reply to this email and let us know!
Where to eat and drink
🇻🇳 Saigon Ivy. This restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine with its customers recommending the BBQ chicken and pork, or their traditional noodle soup. You can find it at 520 6th St.
🍕 L'Onore Pizza. This space is known for its oven-brick sourdough pizzas, and is available for both takeout and dine-in. Customers recommend both the artisanal pizzas and frittas. They’re located at 28 E Royal Ave. #110.
🇲🇽 Ole Ole Mexican Cuisine. Ole Ole is recommended for its authentic Mexican cuisine and dishes, from enchiladas and chimichangas to the flan. It’s open for dinner only at 831 Twelfth St.
🍩 Bonus: Lee's Donuts. OK, so this one isn’t in New West—it’s actually in Burnaby. But if you don’t have to go all the way to Granville Island to try this often raved-about donut joint, then you’re welcome. Open most days from 10am (11am on Sundays) until donuts sell out. Lougheed Town Centre.
Local deals and specials
🧘♂️ OYF New West. Oxygen Yoga and Fitness has a Summer Sizzle sale going from now to June 11. You can save $100 on a three-month prepaid membership with the code SIZZLE100. Find the discount here.
🎙️Groove Cat Books. Every Wednesday, Groove Cat Books offers 25% off kids books. Details here.
🎶 Kirtan: Yoga at the Quay. This is a by-donation event, happening on June 7 at 7pm. More information can be found here.
Know an awesome deal New Westies should know about? Reply back and let us know!
Things to do
🎺 New West Secondary School June Revue features concert and jazz bands, a mass choir, strings and more! Alumni will be joining the stage for a generational finish to this fantastic show. Buy your tickets here. Happening Thursday, June 8.
🎡 Ecole Lord Tweedsmuir Spring Carnival is a free event that is open to all families between 5 and 8pm! Tickets are available for food, games, and activities like bouncy castles, a petting zoo, face painting, and dunk tanks. Happening Friday, June 9.
🛍️ The Indigenous Market returns to the River Market. Hosted by New West Craft and Shop First Nations, the market brings together local Indigenous artists, small business owners, and makers to showcase their work and will also have live entertainment. Happening Saturday, June 10.
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