Community First delivers: Our record on safety, housing, capital projects and more
The report is in.
In 2023, this Council set five clear priorities for New West. This week, city staff delivered the final report on our progress, and here's what those five priorities delivered.
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Community First supports seniors' kitchen program
In some homes, dinner time is a social event where family comes together to share the news along with a meal.
But for some seniors on limited budgets, supper might be a lonely slice of bread or a ready-made meal.
In March, Community First approved a plan to make New West better for our elderly neighbours. Part of the plan is hosting a community kitchen where seniors can get together to learn some new cooking skills, try foods from different cultures, and enjoy some good company.
To that end, the Province has just awarded New West $15,000 to help staff plan the activities and reach out to vulnerable seniors.
Everyone deserves to enjoy a good meal with friends. We’re thankful for the grant to help us create this opportunity for our elders.
Read all about it in the local Freshet
Community First Leads the Way on Tenant Heat Protection as Other Communities Follow
New Westminster, B.C. – Community First is once again setting the standard for renter protection and climate resilience. In May, New Westminster City Council approved Community First’s groundbreaking bylaw amendment requiring landlords and property owners to maintain at least one living space in an occupied rental unit at a safe temperature of 26 degrees Celsius or less.
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Prospective school board candidates announced
We’re excited to announce our slate of prospective school board candidates for the fall municipal election. Community First party members will have a chance to confirm these candidates at our upcoming nomination meeting on May 3.
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Prospective Council Candidates announced!
We’re excited to announce our slate of prospective council candidates for the fall municipal election. Community First party members will have a chance to confirm these candidates at our upcoming nomination meeting on May 3.
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Cool rule for New West tenants
New rule means landlords must ensure one room is below 26 degrees
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RELEASE: Mayor Patrick Johnstone Seeks Another Term
NEW WESTMINSTER, BC — Mayor Patrick Johnstone will seek another term in the municipal election on October 17, 2026, as the city continues to debate how to address growth, housing, and affordability.
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Council calls for Queensborough Bus Commitment.
Community First members of New Westminster City Council on Monday reiterated their call on the Ministry of Education to fund a permanent Queensborough School Bus program.
In addressing a motion brought to Council by Councillor Paul Minhas, all members of Council spoke of the importance of providing safe and predictable transportation from Queensborough to New Westminster Secondary School. A two year dedicated bus pilot project operated by School District 40 has not yet secured funding to continue past the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
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