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And what the city has learned about Be Heard New West
New West Anchor Staff
May 11, 2023
Happy Thursday, everyone!
With the weather set to become quite warm (we’re expecting a 10-day stretch of sun!) it’s probably a good reminder to ensure that you’re taking precautions to protect yourself in the heat. This includes wearing sunscreen, donning a hat, and knowing where all the shady spots are.
Last year The Anchor spoke with the City of New Westminster about its plans to beat the heat. There are some tips you can certainly use if you’re trying to stay cool.
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LOCAL NEWS
Shawn Bayes will retire from the Elizabeth Fry Society on May 12. Supplied.
During Monday evening’s city council meeting, Mayor Patrick Johnstone declared Friday, May 12 as Shawn Bayes Day.
Bayes, a long-time New West resident, is known in the community for the tireless work she’s done with the Elizabeth Fry Society, a not-for-profit that helps vulnerable populations.
Our Brianna Reeve sat down with Bayes to talk about the honour.
CIVIC ISSUES
How has Be Heard New West been performing?
The City of New Westminster recently released data about the online engagement tool, and is reflecting on its more than two years of use.
Take a look at our piece on this here.
📣 Neighbourhood bulletin
👶🏼 An update on Wesley Wiebe. A post by family friend Cindy Labbe to the little boy’s GoFundMe page says Wesley, his brothers Ben and Theo, and his mom and dad have moved into Canuck Place. There is currently no way to treat baby Wesley’s 9cm tumour. Learn more about how to help here.
🧸 Award-winning playground. You can find it right here in New West: The Sixth St. play area at Pier Park was recently given an excellence award by the BC Recreation and Parks Association.
🏆 Top honours. Alex Lysyuk took home first place in his competition category after participating in the Concours d’art Oratoire. This is an annual competition that provides students with the opportunity to give presentations in French. Congratulations, Alex!
📅 Summer Camp registration opens today at 10am for the City of New Westminster. Find something for children 3-15 years! Register online.*
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🗞 In other news
Policing split. The Township of Langley and the City of Langley won’t be using the same Mounties anymore, as the township has announced it’ll be looking to set up its own RCMP detachment. (CBC Vancouver)
Beleaguered broker. Greg Martel, a Victoria-based mortgage broker, is accused of scamming dozens of investors out of their money. Martel’s company, My Mortgage Auction Corporation, oversaw Shop Your Own Mortgage. My Mortgage Auction previously went into receivership. (CTV Vancouver)
Trial in Burnaby teen's death. Ibrahim Ali’s trial continues—he’s charged with first-degree murder after the victim's body was found in Burnaby’s Central Park. Recent testimony came from a neuropathologist at Vancouver General Hospital, as well as a constable. (CBC Vancouver)
Pay to park at a park. West Vancouver has decided to start charging for parking at Lighthouse Park, Whytecliff Park, and Nelson Canyon Park. Rates will be $3.75 an hour. (Global BC)
OnlyFans account. Kristin MacDonald, who previously started an account with the subscription site, is speaking out after she said the school district she works for—District 43 in Coquitlam—said she had broken rules as outlined in their collective agreement. (Global BC)
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
NWSS students Gabe Junio, left, and Isobel Wright. Supplied.
On Friday May 12, 60 students from grades 9 to 12 will be showcasing their jazz skills during A Love Supreme. The evening show will take place at New West Secondary, and doors will open at 7pm.
In the meantime, get to know two of the young, talented musicians who play in the ensemble: Gabe Junio and Isobel Wright talk about why performing is important to them, and how your support of fundraisers like this one can make a difference.
THROWBACK THURSDAY
As Gene Wilder once said in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, “you have to go forwards to go back.”
That’s what we’re doing in this piece, as we move forward in time to celebrate the Dorothy Robertson Memorial Tournament this weekend. A number of up-and-coming Bellies will be playing over three days, with games happening at the Moody Park and Queen’s Park arenas.
Here’s why the tournament technically has its roots in a first date in New West that happened decades ago.
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