Greenlighting More Sports for Queensborough with $6.6 Million Artificial Turf Field at Ryall Park
Community First has been an active partner with Queensborough residents and city-wide sports organizations in choosing the Ryall Park site and developing the preliminary design via consultation, and have committed $6.6 million in the new capital budget to support the all-weather fields construction.
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Candidate Search Launched
Our candidate search is on!
Have you ever thought about running for city council or school board?
Community First New Westminster has a hopeful, positive vision for our city, where we care for our community and our neighbours. With the rise of right-wing populism in New West, we need leaders who align with our values now more than ever. If this resonates, consider applying as a candidate.
We are launching a democratic and thorough candidate search process, with applications due at the end of January. We will hold our Nomination Meeting in April 2026, and members will elect our slate of candidates.
If you're excited about keeping New West inclusive and compassionate, please reach out to the Candidate Search Committee at [email protected].
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New Westminster leads on protecting tenants.
New Westminster City Council approved two significant programs last week addressing challenges facing tenants in the City’s most affordable housing, continuing their commitment to supporting the most vulnerable residents in the City.
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Local businesses are struggling, but some local Councillors have a solution.
New Westminster City Councillor Tasha Henderson is rallying Councillors from across Metro Vancouver to stand up for small businesses during BC Buy Local Week.
“Small businesses are not only huge investments of money and time for the owners, but also significantly contribute to the vibrancy of our communities,” said Councillor Henderson. “I’m hearing from many small businesses that outrageous unexpected rent increases are making it tough to make ends meet.”
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One year out
With the 2026 municipal election one year away, pundits and politicos are looking to the campaign ahead.
The speculation may be entertaining, but Community First Mayor Patrick Johnstone and his Council team are staying focused on the work that needs to be done today in New Westminster, delivering on the mandate given to them by the voters three years ago.
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New Westminster Ranked Most Affordable in Metro Vancouver by Housing and Transportation Cost Measure
A new report from Metro Vancouver highlights that New Westminster is the most affordable municipality in the region when considering the combined costs of housing and transportation.
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New West Breaks Ground on 89 Affordable Homes for Youth and Young Moms — Despite Opposition from the New West Progressives
Today, Community First Councillors proudly broke ground with provincial partners and Aunt Leah’s Housing on a transformative housing development that will deliver 89 units of deeply affordable housing for youth aging out of care and vulnerable young mothers.
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