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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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July 31 | 2018
@NewWestminsterFoodie Eats Her Way Through The Mouth-watering Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Festival
What a weekend for my very first takeover of the Tourism New West Instagram account. It started off with my first visit to Friday’s on...
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March 18 | 2019
Meet the Maker: Episode 2
Behind the scenes at Singing in the Rain! This beloved Broadway favourite is sure to be a hit! Tickets are still available https://www.ticketsnw.ca/TheatreManager/1/login&event=929
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January 10 | 2019
Locals Know:
Eric Moolin from CL Simplex knows where to find great views of the Fraser River Something I usually show visitors is Brunette-Fraser Regional Greenway. It’s...
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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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November 02 | 2017
What to do this Weekend in New West | Nov 3-5, 2017
The first weekend in November is kicking off with concerts, plays, and a craft market! Check out our pick for the top 6 things to...
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June 26 | 2017
Tej Kainth Celebrates 10 Years with Tourism New West
By Sheliza Mitha (Tej’s first day at Tourism New West!, The NewsLeader 2007) June 18th, 2017 marked 10 years exactly since Executive Director Tej...
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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
Old + New West: CKNW
March 31, 1958 – Ed Farey in a CKNW broadcast studio during the Federal election. Photo courtesy of the New Westminster Archives. CKNW plays an...
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July 10 | 2017
#MadeInNewWest Mondays
Cooling down from the heat Instagram @rebecca92rose Celebrating S&O 3rd Anniversary Instagram @patrickjohnstone The first Fridays on Front! Instagram @missmayette Watching movies under the stars Instagram @jason.everyday...
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October 02 | 2017
Live Shows in New West | October 2017
Cozy up to with some live entertainment this month in New West! Vagabond Players: Little Shop of Horrors October 5 – October 27 | 8 PM –...
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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 30 | 2017
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...
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March 28 | 2019
10 Most Instagrammable Spots in New West to Spice Up Your Feed
Great shot! Spruce up your feed with these insta-friendly #MadeinNewWest spots
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March 08 | 2019
Cheers to Uncorked at the Anvil Centre
BC Uncorked is coming to New Westminster. Raise a glass to celebrate BC wine and support a good cause.
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March 14 | 2019
Celebrating Pi with Pie
Happy Pi Day! Where's your favourite spot to get pie in New West?
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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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