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New West is shaped by stories, and memories shared. See what locals are doing, and take part in the latest #MadeinNewWest experiences below.
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March 14 | 2018
The 5 Best Ways to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in New West This Weekend
This year St. Paddy’s Day falls on a Saturday and New West is THE place to celebrate. New West has plenty of bars and pubs...
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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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July 20 | 2017
Events this Weekend in New West | July 21-23
Friday, July 21 Fridays on Front Fridays on Front is on the redesigned Front St. Each week from 5-8 PM, Front Street will feature artisan...
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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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March 27 | 2018
Art & Community Spaces at the Craft Cafe
Sarah Campbell – Staff Writer Wandering through the New West River Market, it’s hard to miss the brilliant colours and warm atmosphere of the Craft Cafe....
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February 05 | 2019
Locals Know
Want to know where the Locals Go? Read on for another great tip from a New Westminster local- Stacey Cheverie
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July 03 | 2019
Old + New West: Cycling
Ca. 1965 – Photograph shows several bicyclists riding Cap’s-branded bikes in a May Day parade on Columbia Street. Photo Courtesy of New Westminster Archives. Gerald...
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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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August 02 | 2019
Old + New West: Hyack Square
Beginning in 1859, the Royal Engineers surveyed what is now Downtown New Westminster into a grid pattern parallel to the Fraser River. What is now...
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August 16 | 2019
SFU Philosopher’s Cafe: An Insight into the Human Mind
SFU Philosopher's Cafe: An Insight into the Human Mind. Expand your perspectives and meet new people! Read more to find out each meeting's themes and prepare for intellectual conversation!
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July 17 | 2017
#MadeInNewWest Moment Monday | July 17, 2017
Welcome to #MadeInNewWest Moment Monday, where we will be sharing the top #moments captured by our social community on the weekends this summer! Tag your photos...
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June 24 | 2017
13 can’t miss ‘Summer 2017’ events in New Westminster
New Westminster has become well known for its variety of fun filled, family-friendly events year-round. From mouth-watering food, thought-provoking art, and engaging live music, this...
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May 24 | 2018
5 Awesome Heritage Themed Festivals And Events This Weekend in New West
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Why not take a step back in time, and celebrate the spirit of New Westminster. We’ve rounded...
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July 04 | 2018
New West Summer Giveaways!
Every event this summer we’re giving away amazing prizes from around new west – for free! We are so excited about this year’s event line...
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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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August 09 | 2019
Retro New West: VRGE & Burger Heaven
The RETRO aspects of New Westminster that remain today! The city that epitomizes blending the old with the new.
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