TD Bank Group is investing in Uptown Live.
Organizers of the summer street party have announced that TD is the presenting sponsor of Uptown Live, which will return to New Westminster on Saturday, July 23 from noon to 9 p.m. The event showcases top B.C.-based live music performances, interactive activities, kids’ zones, art exhibits and food truck vendors.
“We are extremely pleased to be working with the Uptown Business Association and the City of New Westminster in delivering such a high-quality festival," Deb Haller, branch manager of the TD Canada Trust, Sixth Street Branch, said in a press release. "We are delighted to become the title sponsor of Uptown Live which has built such a solid reputation over the past several years. TD is proud to be supporting our local community in this way.”
Bart Slotman, chair of the Uptown Business Association of New Westminster, said TD is a valued corporate partner for Uptown Live.
“TD has a widely recognized reputation for supporting the arts in communities across Canada and we are thrilled to have TD as our title sponsor this year,” he said in a press release. “This agreement helps ensure the continued growth and success of the event.”
Thousands of people descended on uptown New Westminster for Uptown Live in 2012, 2013 and 2014. After a break in 2015, the event is set to return to New West this year.
Organizers of Uptown Live expect to unveil this year’s entertainment lineup in early June. In past years the event has featured performers including Zolas, Bright Light Social Hour, Five Alarm Funk, The Matinee, Rich Hope, Good for Grapes, the Boom Booms and Bend Sinister.
