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October 16 | 2018
Sing out at the Top 3 Open Mic Nights in New West!
Whether you’re a singer-songwriter or a music aficionado the Royal city has something musical to offer! We’ve rounded up this list of some top musically themed...
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April 22 | 2019
The 10 Best Places for Chocolate in New West
With Easter this weekend we have chocolate on our mind! But forget about waxy bunnies and eggs, we have searched out the best places in...
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June 03 | 2017
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...
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May 31 | 2017
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...
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April 02 | 2019
Locals Know: A Dog’s Life
New Westminster locals know all the best spots! For this installment, we turn to one of our four legged friends to find out the best dog friendly spots in New West
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January 02 | 2017
2017 New Years Resolutions
New year, new you right? Here’s a few ways you can stick to your resolutions this year. 1. Fitness Fad Catch a workout at one of...
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May 11 | 2019
Last Minute Gifts for Mom
Mother’s Day is Sunday May 12th and if you haven’t picked up a gift for the Mom’s in your life, don’t worry. We’ve got lots...
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May 31 | 2019
Old + New West: Queen’s Park – Part 1
1920’s: Queen’s Park Arena and Exhibition Buildings. Photo Courtesy of New Westminster Archives. Queen’s Park is one of the most popular spots within the city...
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August 04 | 2017
August Long Weekend in New West | August 5-7, 2017
Planning on staying local this August Long Weekend? Here are some fun things to do in New Westminster. 1. Start the weekend off with a...
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May 01 | 2017
Bucket List 150 #MadeInNewWest
Submit Your Ideas to New Westminster’s 150 Bucket List This year, Canada turns 150 years old and to celebrate this incredible milestone, we will be...
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December 21 | 2018
Locals Know:
Locals Know is a weekly series that is produced by Tourism New West. If you would like to be a part of this, email your...
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September 03 | 2018
Your Guide To The Best Summer Beer & Wine!
Steel & Oak Roselle Take a minute for yourself and enjoy the Roselle beer from Steel & Oak to crunch your thir st. Roselle is...
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October 27 | 2017
What to do this Weekend in New West | Oct 27 – 29, 2017
From spooky tours to ghoulish games here’s the top 5 things to do in New West this weekend for Halloween! Friday, October 27 Fright Night on...
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August 28 | 2017
#MondayFunDay at Pandora’s Locks
Restore power to a vault, escape wonderland, and find Becky… It’s no secret that escape rooms are all the rage these days, but did you know...
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March 20 | 2017
Hello Spring! We’ve missed you.
The sun is shining and the flowers are blooming – we couldn’t have asked for a better way to welcome Spring. Take a stroll along...
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September 08 | 2017
This Weekend in New West | September 8-10, 2017
It’s an event-filled weekend ahead for New West! From sports to music with some laughs + scenic views in between. Friday, September 8 MANN Cup The...
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