Best-Kept Secrets in New West
Discover the Best-Kept Secrets in New West According to Our #BCTourismMatters Week Interviewees 1. Spend Some Time Exploring the New Businesses and Refreshed Energy in the Area With so many new businesses opening up in the City, the vibe of the Downtown area is rapidly changing and for Angie Whitfield from the Downtown New West BIA, that […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 7
A Little Bit of Mexico in (the) New West By Sheliza Mitha | Photos courtesy of El Santo When local restaurateur Alejandro Diaz first visited Canada at the age of 14 from his hometown of Mexico City, he knew it wouldn’t be his last time. He instantly fell in love with the country and […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 6
To Market To Market! By Sheliza Mitha | Photos courtesy of the New West Farmers Market Though some variation of farmers markets have likely been around for centuries, they seem to have come a long way over the past decade or so when it comes to the diversity of products, food vendors and entertainment – […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 5
New Westminster’s New Media Gallery By Sheliza Mitha The September 2014 opening of the sleek and modern Anvil Centre brought with it more than just an impressive conference centre. Tucked away among its four floors and 18,000 square feet of multi-faceted space is the New Westminster Museum and Archives, the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 4
Brewing it up at Steel & Oak By Sheliza Mitha When business partners Jorden Foss and Jamie Garbutt first opened the doors to Steel & Oak on June 23, 2014, the intention was to simply follow their passion for brewing European-style craft beers. What once began as a hobby of creating small batches of […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 3
Championing Coffee & Community at Old Crow Coffee Co. By Sheliza Mitha | Photos courtesy of Old Crow Coffee Co. New Westminster is quickly evolving into a culinary hub in its own right within the Lower Mainland. Whether it’s authentic Mexican food, gourmet burgers, craft beer or a local roast – the Royal City is […]
Behind the Scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 2
Inside New West with Christina Anderson By Sheliza Mitha Although Canada momentously celebrates its 150th birthday this year, New Westminster’s history is even older – by nearly a decade. In fact, it was in 1859 that New Westminster officially became the first city in Western Canada. Now, some 158 years later, New Westminster is […]
Behind the scenes of the New West Tourism Industry: Part 1
Building Community & Events with Angie Whitfield of the Downtown New Westminster BIA
Hyack Festival 2017
This year’s theme is – First Nations. First Cities. Telling Our Story. Together. Join in the Hyack Festival Celebration this year with activities for the whole family. Here are 7 events taking place throughout New West during the weeklong celebration! 1. The Anvil Salute May 22 from 11:30am-12:30pm at Queen’s Park Stadium 2. May Day […]
Look out for Queensborough’s Boutique Pop-Up in May 2017
Queensborough Landing is hosting a new boutique pop-up shop for the first time this May, running over two weekends. They’ve collected an assortment of local makers, creators, and small businesses to create a unique shopping experience you won’t want to miss! The first weekend is May 13-14th, just in time for Mother’s Day, and it […]
