People, Parks, and Play: Connections for All
Project Update - March 31, 2026:
On March 30, 2026 New Westminster City Council adopted People, Parks, and Play, the City's 10-year Parks and Recreation Plan, guiding how parks, facilities, programs, and services will grow and evolve through 2035, with a long-term vision to 2050.
Click here to view the approved strategy, and here for the Council Meeting recording and report.
New Westminster Parks and Recreation Plan Update
The City of New Westminster is updating its Parks and Recreation Plan to guide the future of parks, facilities, services, and programs for the next 25 years, with a 10-year action plan to 2035. This plan will ensure that New Westminster’s parks and recreation spaces continue to support a growing and diverse community. Your input is essential to refining the recommendations.
Background
The previous overarching plan for parks and recreation across New Westminster was adopted in 2008. Called the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, it has successfully shaped the delivery of parks and recreation services over the last 15+ years. New Westminster is now in need of an update to the 2008 Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan. The new Parks and Recreation Plan will help the City improve parks and recreation facilities, programs, and services across New Westminster over the next 10 years, while also describing a future vision for parks and recreation to 2050.
Important Links
Documents
Who's Listening?
Phases
Round 1 : Engagement : Current experiences and ideas for the future
In-person engagement
The following in person pop-ups were held during Round 1 engagement, from late April to early June 2024:
- River Market Boardwalk (near the Tugger play area) - Saturday, April 27, from 1:00-4:00 pm
- təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre - Monday, April 29, from 3:00-7:00 pm
- Moody Park- Saturday, May 4, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm - Join us for the Fun & Games Fest at Moody Park! We’re hosting an all-ages, family-friendly pop-up, complete with ping pong, mini sports, a photo booth, bubbles, snacks, and more. Come for the fun, stay to share your thoughts on parks and recreation
- Ryall Park & Queensborough Community Centre - Thursday, May 9, from 2:00-5:00 pm
- Sapperton Plaza - Saturday, May 11, from 12:00-3:00 pm
- Simcoe Park - Wednesday, May 15, from 2:00-5:00 pm
- Century House - Wednesday, June 5, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Farmers Market (Tipperary Park) - Thursday, June 6, from 3:00-7:00 pm
- New to New West Intercultural Festival and Information Fair (820 Sixth St, Welcome Centre) - Saturday, June 8, from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
In addition to the pop-ups, online engagement including an survey and a virtual community workshop was held on Wednesday, May 22.
Online engagement
An online survey was hosted on Be Heard New West from April 22 to June 10, 2024.