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New Westminster school district eyes climate action course

NWSS students say the climate crisis isn't taught well enough in schools.

Mar 14, 2022 10:37 AM Read more >

Federal government funds New West tourism facility

Fraser River Discovery Centre receives $150,000 from Government of Canada

Mar 11, 2022 4:25 PM Read more >

May Day returns to New Westminster's Queen's Park Stadium in 2022

May Day participants, volunteers and sponsors sought for 2022 event

Mar 10, 2022 12:05 PM Read more >

New Westminster school trustee backs federal petition for free menstrual products

The female-dominated school board made B.C. history in 2019 by voting to provide free period products in all New West schools. Now, a federal petition wants Ottawa to go even further.

Mar 8, 2022 8:54 PM Read more >

New Westminster celebrates International Women’s Day

City highlights local pioneers who “broke the bias” including first firefighter and mayor

Mar 8, 2022 12:05 PM Read more >

Russia's invasion of Ukraine: How to talk to children about war and conflict

This advice from the New Westminster school district can help guide conversations with kids from tot to teen.

Mar 7, 2022 6:06 PM Read more >

New West schools' lunch program gets $45,000 boost

Fuel Up, which makes sure every child gets a nutritious lunch, got a $45,000 grant – but it could still use more money.

Mar 7, 2022 11:54 AM Read more >

Why New West schools are turning down the heat in March

Snuggly sweaters and warm socks will help start conversations about climate action.

Mar 7, 2022 9:26 AM Read more >

New West school district earmarks $250K to buy land

With small school sites and rapid growth putting the squeeze on New Westminster schools, SD40 wants to start a nest egg for future property purchases.

Mar 4, 2022 3:46 PM Read more >

New Westminster school district trims deficit for 2021/22

Better-than-expected revenues have reduced the number from $2.1M to shy of $1.7M.

Mar 4, 2022 2:35 PM Read more >

Community Poll

Participate in our next community poll.

Do you think New West city council should sign a carbon emission declaration and pledge form?

No, it's an invasion of privacy. No, the climate change focus should be on policy, not on personal choices. No, it's unfair to those who may have mobility or other challenges. No, for another reason not listed here. Yes, councillors should lead by example. Yes, personal responsibility and policy change can co-exist in the fight against climate change. Yes, it would make a symbolic statement. Yes, for another reason not listed here. Don't know/don't care.

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