COVID-19 Information

City of Maple Ridge Response

The City of Maple Ridge continues to support the Province of BC’s Public Health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the pandemic the City has provided essential City services as Fire and Police protection, water, sewer and road network maintenance. City Hall has reopened to the public following all Public Health guidelines and the Parks, Recreation and Culture department has developed program delivery to ensure the safety of our customers and staff.

The City continues to update program offerings and facility information via this web page and the City’s social media channels. We are also sharing information from the definitive public health sources to connect our citizens with the most up-to-date information on the changing health orders.

The City of Maple Ridge reminds citizens that the authoritative source for information on COVID-19 and the immunization program is the BCCDC and Fraser Health and we urge citizens to follow their guidance on the appropriate action to take for the safety of you and your family. Look for more information in the ‘Getting the Facts’ section of this page.

The City of Maple Ridge, in accordance with the BC’s Public Health and WorkSafeBC guidelines, has developed COVID-19 safety plans and continues to adapt to the BC Government’s updates. You can view the most up-to-date plan at this link.

COVID-19 Testing

As the pandemic has progressed the information and advice on COVID testing has adapted. People living in the Fraser Health region can find the latest information on testing eligibility by visiting Fraser Health’s website.

COVID-19 Immunization Program

The BC immunization plan now includes a booster for citizens who have received two doses in 2021 and the program has been extended to those who are between five and twelve years of age. Current details of the BC Immunization Plan plan can be found here.

City Facilities

Council Chambers

In light of the next phase of BC’s re-opening plan, we are resuming public access to Council Chambers effective April 8, 2022.

Council meetings open to the public will continue to be hosted through electronic means, with up to 33 members of the public allowed physical access to Council Chambers through a first come, first serve basis. The wearing of masks will be encouraged but not required. Sanitizer stations will be available at entry points to Council Chambers.

We will continue to monitor provincial guidance after April 8, 2022 and revisit our process for public access from time to time.

City Hall

City Hall remains open for business as usual. As we transition to accommodate new health orders and the repealing of mandates, we ask that you monitor your health and avoid public spaces if you are feeling sick or showing symptoms. We also ask that you please respect the comfort levels of those around you.
If you are able to, we encourage you to take advantage of our virtual e-services which can be found at this page, or by visiting the webpages for the below departments.

Recreational Facilities

The provincial proof of vaccination has been lifted as of April 8, 2022 and the Health Officer has repealed the Provincial Face Covering Order as of March 11, 2022. This means that the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre, Greg Moore Youth Centre and other City recreational facilities will no longer require masks or require proof of vaccination!

RESPECT EACH OTHER - Citizens and patrons are asked to continue to respect each other and staff who choose to continue wearing their masks even when not required.

NOTICE SOMETHING OUT OF DATE? - Please let staff know if our signage or website is out of date during this transition period.

WE APPRECIATE YOU - Thank you for your continued patronage and understanding throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Please contact us at prc@mapleridge.ca should you have any questions or feedback.

Building Department

General Information:
website: www.mapleridge.ca/184
email: buildingenquiries@mapleridge.ca
phone: 604-467-7311
fax: 604-467-7461

Inspections:
website: www.mapleridge.ca/207
email: inspectionrequests@mapleridge.ca

Permit Forms:
website: www.mapleridge.ca/190

Planning Department

website: www.mapleridge.ca/152
email: planning@mapleridge.ca
phone: 604-467-7341
fax: 604-466-4327

Engineering Department

website: www.mapleridge.ca/391
email: engineering@mapleridge.ca
phone: 604-467-7339
fax: 604-467-7461

Information Resources on BC’s COVID-19 Response

The BC Centre for Disease Control has been providing regular updates to citizens on the response to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). They have developed a comprehensive information page for citizens.

Fraser Health has also updated their website with information for citizens.

The most frequently asked question is ‘how can I protect myself and my family from getting the virus?’

The answer from the FAQ is that you should follow the same advice that public health officials recommend for the cold and flu season:

The most important thing you can do to prevent Coronavirus and other illnesses is to wash your hands regularly and avoid touching your face.
Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze so you're not exposing other people.
If you are sick yourself, stay away from others. Contact your health-care provider ahead of time so you can be safely assessed. HealthLink BC will provide advice and can be contacted by dialing 8-1-1.

Getting the Facts

The City of Maple Ridge has developed a list of websites and social media channels to provide you with the latest updates as the COVID-19 response continues. In addition, we have curated social media links to help connect you with authoritative sources of information to help you get the facts so you can be help us spread the correct information to your family and friends.

You can link to the information here or by clicking on the “Getting the facts. Sharing the facts.’ menu item on the left side of the page.