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Maple Ridge Opens Warming Centre
Due to extreme cold temperatures forecast across the region for the weekend, the City of Maple Ridge is opening a daytime warming centre at the Greg Moore Youth Centre for anyone seeking relief from the cold.
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HIGHLIGHTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2023
The City completed several major initiatives and projects in 2023 with many more underway to meet strategic priorities. Here’s the highlights from some of the news release issued in 2023.
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Unwrap the Magic of the Holidays & Support Local
Maple Ridge is shining the light on local business and encouraging residents to shop local as part of the City’s Illuminate Maple Ridge Festival. Twenty local businesses have ‘decked’ their businesses to add to the festive downtown lighting displays that have become a holiday tradition for residents and visitors from around the region
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Lifts Total Fire Ban
In keeping with the Provincial declaration, the Maple Ridge Fire Department is issuing notice that the local Fire Ban, enacted on July 7, 2023, has been rescinded effective Wednesday Sept. 27 at 12:00 p.m..
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City Seeks Input on Urban Forest Management Strategy
The City of Maple Ridge is inviting the community to have their say on the development of the City’s first Urban Forest Management Strategy, which will guide policy and decision-making for the management, health and growth of the urban forest in Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Sends Firefighters and Equipment to the Central Okanagan to Aid in Fire Response
Maple Ridge, B.C. – On Saturday August 18, the City of Maple Ridge deployed four firefighters, Engine 32 to assist their colleagues in dealing with this unprecedented fire emergency. The crew has arrived safely in Kelowna and has been deployed as part of a task force to protect homes in the Lake Country. They are being billeted at the UBC campus in Kelowna with firefighters from around BC.
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Businesses Sought for Temporary Job Fair for Film Workers
The City of Maple Ridge has partnered with WorkBC Centre Maple Ridge, film industry groups, and unions to host a Temporary Job Fair on Tuesday, August 22 at the Maple Ridge Public Library (22470 Dewdney Trunk Road) to connect business owners with short-term employees, be it for contractual roles, temporary assignments, or project-based tasks.
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Hammond Multi-Use Path Project Moving Forward
Construction of a multi-use path along the north side of Hammond Road from West Street (from the Maple Meadows West Coast Express Station) east to 203 Street is set to start this summer.
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Whonnock Lake Temporary Swimming Closure
The Whonnock Lake swimming area has been closed due to a water quality test that shows that the E.coli count exceeds the Fraser Health guidelines. The suspected cause ranges from algae blooms, geese or pet waste.
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Camp Fire Ban Lifted
In keeping with the Provincial lifting of the Category 1 Fire Ban, the Maple Ridge Fire Department is issuing a notice that the Fire Ban for Category 1 fires will be rescinded effective Thursday, June 22nd, at 12:00 pm noon.
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Celebrate Canada Day in Maple Ridge
Live music, food, dance performances, a kids zone and family activities are in the line-up for Maple Ridge’s Canada Day celebrations taking place from noon to 6:00 p.m. on July 1 at Memorial Peace Park.
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Maple Ridge Community Foundation Collecting Funds
The City of Maple Ridge is pleased to announce that the Maple Ridge Community Foundation (MRCF) will spearhead the collection and distribution of donations to directly support the residents displaced by the fire that occurred downtown on June 10.
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Stay Safe This Summer and Win a Free Ice Cream
Maple Ridge, B.C: The City of Maple Ridge’s Fire and Rescue Services and Community Safety Officers along with Ridge Meadows RCMP and Pitt Meadows Fire Rescue Services have teamed up with local McDonald’s on the 2023 Community Safety Card program which encourages youth to practice acts of safety
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City Wide Fire Ban Enacted in Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge, B.C: Maple Ridge Fire & Rescue Services has issued a city-wide fire ban effective Thursday, June 8 at 12:00 p.m. in line with the provincial fire ban.
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Sign Up for Alert Maple Ridge to Be Prepared for an Emergency
The City of Maple Ridge is encouraging residents to sign up for Alert Maple Ridge to receive emergency alerts. The communications service which is powered by Voyent Alert, notifies subscribers of emergencies like fires, floods, storms and other hazards in the community
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Have Your Say on Maple Ridge Fire Services
The City is collecting data and input as it develops its new Fire Services Strategic Plan that will guide delivery of fire services over the next 15 years. Residents are invited to share their feedback from May 4 to 22 as part of the Plan’s development.
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Maple Ridge Hosting Summit on Housing Affordability on May 30
Maple Ridge, BC: The City of Maple Ridge will hear from a range of regional groups and partners, including elected officials, decision makers and members of the public at the city’s Housing Affordability Summit on Tuesday, May 30 at the Albion Community Centre.
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Celebrate BC Youth Week (May 1-7) with Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture
The City of Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture’s youth team is excited to celebrate BC Youth Week with a series of fun activities for local youth ages twelve to eighteen. This year's events include drop-in recreational activities, taco night, a three on three basketball tournament, a scooter competition and more.
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Climate Action Summit to shape Maple Ridge’s strategy
Maple Ridge, BC: Trailblazers who have led the way in developing municipal climate change strategies will join BC’s Environment Minister and the head of SFU’s Action on Climate Team (ACT) at the City of Maple Ridge Climate Action Summit on Thursday, April 13 at the Albion Community Centre.
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Maple Ridge Recruiting 2024 BC Summer Games Board of Directors
Maple Ridge has been awarded to be the host city of the 2024 BC Summer Games which will take place from July 18 to 21, 2024. Over 3000 athletes, coaches and sporting officials from around BC will come together in Maple Ridge to represent their region in a variety of summer sports.
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Maple Ridge Awarded $16.5 Million Major Growing Communities Grant
The City of Maple Ridge has been awarded $16.5 million to invest in key community infrastructure projects from the BC Government’s Major Growing Communities Fund. These new dollars will be used by Council to achieve progress on key projects to support critical road, community and green infrastructure in the upcoming five-year financial plan.
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Have Your Say on A New Park at Pazarena Place Using Engage Maple Ridge
The City of Maple Ridge is looking for community input on the design and amenities of a new one-acre neighbourhood park located at the end of Pazarena Place, just east of downtown. This park is located beside the Provenance by Polygon multi-family development off Lougheed Highway.
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Get Prepared for Winter Weather
The City of Maple Ridge has been preparing to deal with the onset of winter weather conditions. The long-range weather forecast calls for a chance of snow later in November.
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Call to Artists - Artist in Residence
The Artist in Residence Program in Maple Ridge provides an opportunity for professional artists to create arts/culture-based community engagement on projects and activities that have a meaningful impact in exchange for studio space and living accommodations.
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Silver Valley Gathering Place and Jordan McIldoon Legacy Bike Park Officially Opened
Maple Ridge, BC: On Friday, August 19, residents gathered to celebrate the opening of the Silver Valley Gathering Place and Jordan McIldoon Legacy Bike Park at the Blaney Hamlet Park site at 13712 230A Street. The Gathering Place is the first of two proposed parks within Silver Valley to provide a hub for residents to hold events and support healthy, connected living.
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BC Conservation Service Investigation on 256 Street Industrial Property
Over the August long weekend the RCMP and BC Conservation Service
attended a gravel extraction site on a City-owned property on 256 Street to deal with a spill of asphalt cement from a storage tank. Tragically, three bears who had wandered on to the site were trapped in the material, two of which were deceased when RCMP attended the site and the third having to be euthanized.
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City of Maple Ridge Opening Cooling Centre
A heat warning has been issued by Environment Canada. This means that two
or more consecutive days of daytime maximum temperatures are expected to reach 33°C or warmer and night time minimum temperatures are expected to stay at 17°C or warmer.
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Maple Ridge Leisure Centre's Aquatics Facility Will Reopen on Monday, July 18
The Maple Ridge Leisure Centre’s (MRLC) Aquatic Facility will reopen to the public on Monday, July 18. An investigation by the City’s maintenance staff determined the source of the metal debris in some pool tanks was residue from cables connected to the decommissioned overhead speaker system on the structural beams above the pool decks.
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Maple Ridge Celebrates Canada Day 2022
Canada Day in Memorial Peace Park (MPP) is back and it’s time to reconnect.
Join us on Friday, July 1 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm in MPP as we celebrate with a wide variety of entertainment across multiple stages.
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Maple Ridge’s Community Social Safety Initiative Attracts Attention from Around BC
In July 2019, the City formally launched its Community Social Safety Initiative (CSSI). Our evolving community driven program responds to crime and social problems using appropriate intervention, the overarching goal being to create a fully functional social safety net for our City. The City-funded program is a first in BC that innovates in utilizing three tiers of public safety coupled with an integrated continuum of housing, health and social services.
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January 31 Is the Deadline to Appeal Your 2022 BC Property Assessment
BC property owners should receive their 2022 Property Assessment Notices from the BC Assessment Authority in the mail by January 15. These independent valuations are used by local governments to calculate property tax rates. If you think that your assessment is incorrect, you have until January 31 to file an appeal. The appeal process is set out on the BC Assessment website at bcassessment.ca.
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City Pilots new Technology for Pedestrian Crossing
On December 17, Mayor Morden joined members of the Yennadon Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and Yennadon Elementary Principal Lisa Lawrence to celebrate the installation of new pedestrian activated crosswalks at 232 Street and 129 and 126 Avenues.
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New Haney Place Mall Owners Have Big Plans
On December 7, Lorval Developments Ltd. announced they were set to complete the acquisition of Haney Place Mall by year end. The announcement also noted that Lorval will work closely with the City and area residents to create a revitalized core for the community that will engage both current and future residents of Maple Ridge.
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Citizens Reminded that the Sale and Explosion of Fireworks is Prohibited
Like most communities in Metro Vancouver, the City of Maple Ridge prohibits the sale or explosion of fireworks and firecrackers without a valid permit. In addition to the risk of personal injury and fires, the random explosion of fireworks has an impact on your neighbours, their pets and wildlife.
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City Opening Cooling Centre
In response to the Heat Warning issued by Environment Canada for Thursday and Friday, the City of Maple Ridge will open the Greg Moore Youth Centre as a cooling centre to provide residents with temporary relief from the heat.
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City Opens Cooling Centre
In response to the Heat Warning issued by Environment Canada, the City of Maple Ridge has opened the Greg Moore Youth Centre as a cooling centre to provide residents with temporary relief from the heat.
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Maple Ridge Launches Community Safety Strategy Consultation
The City is moving forward with public consultation to support further development of the Community Social Safety Initiative (CSSI). Staff and expert consultants have developed a robust engagement plan that includes outreach to individual neighbourhoods and business owners. The consultation will run until July 31, with results presented to Council in September.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Issues Total Fire Ban
The Maple Ridge Fire Department has issued notice that a complete Fire Ban that will take effect on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at 12:00pm noon. No fires, including campfires will be permitted in Maple Ridge. The “TOTAL FIRE BAN” does not include the use of CSA-rated or ULC-rated barbeques, camping type stoves or portable campfire apparatus using camping gas, natural gas/propane, or briquette barbeques, on your property.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Issues Fireworks Warning
The Maple Ridge Fire department also reminds citizens that there is a total ban on the sale or explosion of fireworks year-round in the City of Maple Ridge. Fireworks continue to be a risk to personal injury and a fire hazard in our community. We have attended house fires in the past that were the result from the misuse of fireworks. Fireworks are not harmless fun.
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City Opens Cooling Centre
Fraser Health has issued an Extreme Heat Alert. In response, the City of Maple Ridge has opened the Greg Moore Youth Centre as a cooling centre to provide residents with temporary relief from the heat.
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Maple Ridge Approves Revised Area Transport Plan
Council has ratified TransLink’s updated Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Area Transport Plan (ATP), which includes several improvements to alleviate congestion and expand transit access in the years to come.
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Engagement Begins for New Economic Development Strategy
The City is inviting residents and business owners to provide their input on a new Economic Development Strategy. The document will serve as a blueprint to create and retain employment, while diversifying the local economy.
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Maple Ridge Celebrates Canada Day with Drive-Thru: Cross Country Road Trip & More
On July 1, celebrate Canada Day in new, safe and exciting ways with the City of Maple Ridge! This year’s event is comprised of both in-person and online components. At the epicenter of the celebration is the Drive-Thru: Cross Country Road Trip, featuring live entertainment, themed displays and the Canada Day Food Truck Festival.
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City Launches New Innovation Challenge
The City is shining a spotlight on creative, locally-sourced solutions for our community through a new initiative. The inaugural Innovation Challenge, led by the City’s Economic Development team, aims to generate and celebrate innovative ideas in Maple Ridge.
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Virtual Services Extended Until May 26
On April 20, the Development Services counter at City Hall returned to virtual services to address COVID-19 exposures involving staff working in this area. The decision has been made to extend the use of virtual services until May 26, when the current Public Health Orders are scheduled to end.
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Maple Ridge Bans Future Vape Stores
Council has passed a bylaw amendment additional vape retail stores in Maple Ridge, effective immediately. The ban will serve to protect the health of local youth and aid efforts to revitalize the downtown core.
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City Launches New Online Building Permit Application Tool
The City of Maple Ridge is making it easier for residents to apply for a building permit. The Online Building Permit Application Guide is an interactive portal that assists citizens with preparing their application. It also includes an instructional video on how to use the tool and better understand the submission process.
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Dog Friendly Maple Ridge Pilot Project Launches
Dog owners in Maple Ridge will soon be able to visit select shops and patios with their furry friend in tow as part of a just-launched pilot project. Dog Friendly Maple Ridge (DFMR) provides every local business the opportunity to welcome dogs and their owners through new admittance options and special events.
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Maple Ridge Receives Grant for Silver Valley Gathering Place
The provincial government will be providing $200,000 towards youth amenities at the new Silver Valley Gathering Place. The City of Maple Ridge was awarded the grant as part of the Province of BC’s Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program.
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New Report Enhances Vision for Town Centre Revitalization
Residents are looking for increased walkability, neighbourhood connectivity, safety and greenspaces in the downtown core, according to a new report commissioned by Council. The Town Centre Visioning Report builds on the Town Centre Area Plan (TCAP), which was adopted by the City in 2008. It will be used to align the TCAP with feedback received from the community.
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Council Receives Community Social Safety Initiative Update
Council is marking a major milestone for its Community Social Safety Initiative (CSSI), as the initial strategy nears full mobilization. The original CSSI Action Plan is now 85 percent operational, with most outstanding items requiring collaboration with senior government.
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Applications Now Open for BC Games Legacy Funding
The provincial government, through the BC Games Society, is supporting sport and community development projects in Maple Ridge with a new $125,000 legacy fund. While the City of Maple Ridge is not slated to host the BC Summer Games until 2024, the Province has already provided legacy funding to the City and grant applications are now being accepted from local sport groups. The City was scheduled to host the 2020 event, which was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Maple Ridge to Co-Host Intelligent Community Forum Conference
The City of Maple Ridge and the Township of Langley are teaming up to host the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) Smart21 Conference. The virtual event, themed “From Surviving to Thriving”, will take place from February 22 to 24, 2021. It will bring together delegates from the business, government and non-profit sectors who have implemented smart technologies in communities around the world.
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Maple Ridge Hosts Virtual Hackathon
The City of Maple Ridge is launching a virtual hackathon to cultivate new, innovative solutions to keep citizens and businesses connected to their community.
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Council Approves Updated Zoning Bylaw
Council has passed an updated Zoning Bylaw that improves usability, relevancy and sustainability while recognizing substantial changes in development over the last 35 years.
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City Launches E-Commerce Support Program for Small Businesses
Dozens of local small businesses will soon have access to personalized e-commerce support to build their online presence, thanks to a new City-sponsored initiative. The ShopHERE powered by Google program will provide digital storefronts for 25 small businesses across Maple Ridge, free of charge.
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Council Approves Lougheed Transit Corridor Concept Plan
Council has endorsed the Lougheed Transit Corridor Concept Plan, which will shape the development of the area for decades to come. The plan aims to create an urban environment with a focus on pedestrians, bicycles, and green features.
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Annual Community Leaders Forum Moves Online
The City of Maple Ridge will hold its second annual Community Leaders Forum next month and transition to an online format due to COVID-19. The event, organized by the City’s Economic Development Department, will take place on December 10 via Zoom.
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Celebrate the Night Annual Event
The City of Maple Ridge’s biggest annual fall event, Celebrate the Night, is happening on Sunday, October 25 with two new programs designed to keep participants safe while celebrating autumn. The first is the Lights & Lasers Drive-In, located outside the Golden Ears Winter Club, and the second is a livestream concert with JUNO Award-winning trio, ‘Said the Whale’. Other activities will include online games, a virtual costume contest and The Great Pumpkin Recipe Challenge.
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Maple Ridge Releases New Tourism Video
The City of Maple Ridge has released a new video that showcases the community to prospective visitors from around the world. Commissioned by the City’s Economic Development Department, the footage highlights local small businesses, scenic greenspaces and diverse cultures within the community.
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Maple Ridge City Hall Reopens Monday, October 5 for Counter Service
On Monday, October 5 at 8:00 am, the Finance and consolidated Building, Planning and Engineering service counters at City Hall will reopen. COVID-19 site safety guidelines have been developed and are compliant with WorkSafeBC requirements to ensure the safety of staff and customers.
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Film and TV Production Ramps Back Up in Maple Ridge
As the film and television industry resumes activity following the COVID-19 shutdown, Maple Ridge continues to be a popular filming location. Inquiries are coming in daily and dozens of productions are slated to shoot across the community in the coming months, according to a new report from the City’s Economic Development Department.
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Council Receives Update on Commercial and Industrial Strategy
The City of Maple Ridge continues to make progress on the Commercial and Industrial Strategy (CIS), according to a staff update. Among the key findings in the report, which was provided to Council earlier in September, staff noted that the City is on track to achieve a high employment growth scenario with the lands and projects contained in the plan.
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Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pools to Reopen September 28, 2020
The Maple Ridge Leisure Centre (MRLC) pools are reopening September 28 with
safety measures in place that align with Public Health Orders, BC’s Restart Plan and industry specific guidelines including the British Columbia Recreation & Parks Association (BCRPA) and Lifesaving Society (LSS).
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City of Maple Ridge Supports New Provincial Enforcement Measures
On Friday, August 21, the BC Government announced that, effective immediately, Police and other provincial enforcement officers will have the ability to issue $2,000 violation tickets for owners or organizers contravening the Provincial Health Officer’s (PHO) order on gatherings and events.
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New Artists in Residence for Port Haney Location
The Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee is pleased to announce Aaron
Moran and Taryn Hubbard as the new Artists in Residence for the Port Haney location starting in September. Their proposal, “Double Take”, will use temporary art installations at different sites around the community to enhance and reflect on the spaces we see everyday. Maple Ridge residents of all ages and walks of life will have the opportunity to engage in their projects.
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Virtual Ribbon Cutting Celebration at Beckett Park
A short ceremony was held on Wednesday, August 12 to celebrate the soft
opening of Beckett Park in Port Haney. Scott O’Dell, owner of Haney Home Hardware and Mark Lancaster, owner of North Fraser Automotive Repair joined Mayor Morden and Valoree Richmond, Director of Parks & Facilities, to cut the ribbon as part of a video released on the City’s social media sites.
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New Port Haney Park Honours Pioneer Family
Council has announced the new neighbourhood recreation space in historic Port Haney as ‘Beckett Park’, recognizing a pioneer family who moved to Maple Ridge in 1885 and successfully ran the Haney Brick and Tile Company.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Update
The City of Maple Ridge’s buildings, vehicle fleet, equipment and corporate waste are meeting targets set in 2010 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 33% by the year 2020. These targets are part of a world-wide effort to limit rising global temperatures to within 1.5 degrees Celsius over the pre-industrial era to stave off the most harmful impacts of climate change.
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Maple Ridge Reopens Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre and Launches Outdoor Fitness Classes
In preparation for welcoming the community back to some of their favourite activities, detailed safety plans were developed as part of the BC Restart Plan with guiding direction from the Provincial Health Officer, our local health authority, the BCRPA and WorkSafeBC. Though the safety plans are specific to their location and/or activity, all incorporate physical distancing protocols, increased equipment disinfection as well as hand washing and sanitizing.
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Council Approves 225 Street Pump Station for Phase 2 of Sanitary Sewer System Upgrade
On Tuesday, June 23, Council awarded a contract for the upgrade of the 225 Street Sanitary Pump Station which was constructed in 1979. This $2.8 million dollar project is part of a multi-phase program designed to increase capacity of the City’s sanitary sewer network and modernize control systems to meet the demands of growth, both in the town centre and east Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Council Endorses Expedited Outdoor Patio Approval Process
On Tuesday, June 9, Maple Ridge Council voted to give staff the authority to expedite the approval of sidewalk cafes and outdoor patios. This expedited process will assist restaurants, coffee shops, pubs and craft breweries in accommodating social distancing requirements by increasing the number of seats available for their customers.
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Basketball Courts and Spray Parks Set To Reopen
Parks, Recreation & Culture staff have reinstalled basketball hoops throughout the community as part of the phased Parks and Facilities reopening plan. Basketball courts are now available for play and the City is working on the logistics to safely reopen water spray parks before June 30, consistent with the Fraser Health advisory and BC Restart Plan.
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Maple Ridge to Host Virtual Canada Day Celebration!
Join the City of Maple Ridge on Wednesday, July 1 to celebrate Canada’s birthday virtually from the comfort of your home. There will be online fun for the whole family, including: performances, games, magic, crafts, stories, favourite family recipes and more.
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City of Maple Ridge BC Restart Plan Update and Available Online Services
The City is developing the required plans to reopen civic facilities and is committed to aligning with provincial guidelines as administered by WorkSafeBC. As part of this process, work places are being assessed to identify where the risk of transmission is present and controls are being implemented to mitigate those risks.
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City of Maple Ridge to Reopen Playgrounds June 1
In step with the majority of our Metro Vancouver municipal partners and School District No. 42, the City will reopen playground structures on June 1. We ask citizens to refrain from using playgrounds until June 1 to allow staff sufficient time to complete safety checks on equipment and remove caution tape. School District No. 42 will complete similar work on school playgrounds in the community.
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Council Asks for Community Support as Local Businesses Reopen
As we move into Phase 2 of the BC Restart Plan there has been an increased level of activity in our community as a number of businesses cautiously start to reopen. “On behalf of Council I ask everyone to help local business with your patronage and feedback as they navigate new safety guidelines required under provincial health orders and WorkSafeBC. Embrace Dr. Henry’s advice to ‘be kind, be calm, be safe’. This is about rebuilding our economy and confidence in daily interactions,” said Mayor Morden.
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Mayor Morden Thanks Chamber and DMRBIA for Leadership on Local Economy Restart
On Thursday, May 14, the Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (DMRBIA) organized and hosted an online forum to discuss the next Phase of the BC Restart Plan. The event was moderated by entrepreneur Taryn Stephenson and panelists included Minister Lisa Beare, MLA Bob D’Eith, Ineke Boekhorst (DMRBIA), Chris Back (WorkSafeBC), Brenna Ayliffe and Sarah O’Connor (both from Fraser Health). Participants from the City of Maple Ridge included Mayor Morden, Wendy Dupley, Director Economic Development, and Chad Cowles, Manager of Community Social Safety.
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Maple Ridge Council Endorses Council Conduct Bylaw
On Tuesday, May 12, 2020 Council endorsed Bylaw No. 7637-2020. This bylaw
follows in the footsteps of many elected bodies across the country, not just unique to politicians but also to many organizations who set professional standards of conduct.
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Thank Mom & Support Local Business This Weekend
The City of Maple Ridge issued a challenge to encourage local food and beverage
businesses to come up with a ‘Mother’s Week’ special and promote it through local social media channels using the hashtag #mealsformomMR.
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Maple Ridge City Council Delays Property Tax Penalty Date to October 1
As part of the City’s work to update the Financial Plan and set the City tax rate, Council unanimously voted to provide citizens with extra time, if they need it, to pay their taxes. Citizens impacted financially by COVID-19 will now have until October 1, 2020 to pay their property taxes without penalty.
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Maple Ridge Launches Online Fitness Videos
Dr. Henry reminds citizens how important exercise is to maintain physical and
mental health as we work together to flatten the curve. The City has launched a series of new fitness videos that feature some of the City’s popular fitness classes to help citizens stay fit.
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Maple Ridge Launches #mealsformomMR Challenge
Celebrating special occasions has been challenging as we work together to stop
the spread of COVID-19. Soon we’ll be celebrating Mother’s Day and the City of Maple Ridge has launched a promotion to help us show the love for Mom while supporting local restaurants.
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TransLink Service Reduction Impacts Maple Ridge
On Monday, April 21, TransLink announced service reductions in response to
the 83% drop in ridership on all forms of transit as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. TransLink is facing monthly losses of $75 million and its operating companies will implement a number of cost-saving measures ranging from reductions in service to full suspension of bus routes. There will be direct impacts to Maple Ridge as a result of these measures.
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Maple Ridge Statement on Nova Scotia Tragedy
Maple Ridge Mayor Mike Morden has issued the following statement;
“On behalf of Council, and all Maple Ridge citizens, I want to offer my sincere condolences to the people of Nova Scotia who have been impacted by the tragic event that unfolded over the weekend. I want to focus our attention on the victims and remember their accomplishments and contributions to their communities. In these COVID times when we cannot gather together to express grief and console each other, it is important to honour the lives of these neighbours so far away,” said Mayor Morden.
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Chamber and BIA Collaborate on COVID-19 Service Lists
On Friday, March 27, Mayor Morden, reached out to the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (DMRBIA) and Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce to encourage both organizations to collaborate on ways to connect citizens with local businesses who are offering essential services during COVID-19.
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City of Maple Ridge Issues an Immediate Open Air Burning Ban
Effective immediately, Maple Ridge has enacted, and will be enforcing, an Open Air Burning Ban in support of Metro Vancouver, BC Ministry of Environment, BC Ministry of Health and Climate Change Strategy, BC. This order has been enacted by the City of Maple Ridge’s Emergency Operations Centre as part of the local COVID-19 health emergency response.
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City of Maple Ridge Enhanced Enforcement Measures
Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has invoked extraordinary powers under a State of Provincial Emergency (SOPE) to keep British Columbians safe, maintain essential goods and services, and support the Province’s ongoing response to novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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City of Maple Ridge Takes Steps to limit the Spread of COVID-19
Further to the closures announced earlier this week, effective on Friday, March 20, City Hall, Bylaws and the Operations Centre front counters will be closed to the public. Staff are will still working to ensure City operations run smoothly, we’re just doing business a bit differently. Whenever possible, please use our eServices available at www.mapleridge.ca/eservices
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Maple Ridge Recreation and Culture Facilities Close Based on BCCDC Recommendation
The City’s recreation and culture facilities will close, effective March 17, 2020, until further notice and pending further updates from Provincial and local health authorities. This decision has been made in response to the BC Centre for Disease Control’s directive to limit public gatherings to a maximum of 50 in an effort to minimize the transmission of COVID-19.
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Hometown Hero Larry Walker Inducted Into MLB Hall of Fame
The City of Maple Ridge would like to congratulate Larry Walker Junior on his induction into the MLB Hall of Fame. Many across the community and the nation watched as Larry Jr. displayed humility and grace as he was interviewed to discuss the magnitude of his achievements as a professional baseball player.
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Official Ribbon Cutting for New RapidBus Service in Maple Ridge
On Wednesday, January 9, TransLink officials and elected leaders from communities along the Lougheed Highway will take the new R3 RapidBus from Coquitlam Central Station to the Haney Place bus loop where they will be greeted by Maple Ridge Mayor Mike Morden and members of Council. The event will include a ribbon cutting ceremony with live music to celebrate the launch of the RapidBus service.
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Maple Ridge Council in favour of 2020 - 2024 Financial Plan
On Tuesday, December 10, Council unanimously gave first, second and third reading to the 2020 - 2024 Financial Plan Bylaw. This bylaw is the culmination of a detailed department-by-department review of business plans conducted by Mayor and Council on November 5, 18, 19 and 20. Adoption of the bylaw will be considered at the January 14, 2020 Council meeting.
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Council Provide Stronger Enforcement Tools for Nuisance Properties
On Tuesday, December 10, Council recommended that the Maple Ridge Nuisance Prohibition Bylaw be forwarded to the January 14, 2020 Council meeting for consideration. This bylaw will provide the City’s Bylaw Department and Police with stronger enforcement tools to deal with residents that are causing a nuisance to the community.
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Business Survey Results Confirm Council’s Strategic Priorities
On Tuesday, November 26, Maple Ridge Council received the results of a survey conducted as part of the 2019 Town Centre Business Walk. Council members, along with survey partners, the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association, went into the business community to conduct a survey of the business climate in the Town Centre.
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City Passes Safer Streets Bylaw and Updates to Traffic Bylaw
On Tuesday, November 12, Council passed the new Safer Streets Bylaw and updated the City’s Highway & Traffic Bylaw as part of a broader Community Social Safety Initiative known as ‘LEAD Maple Ridge’. LEAD derives its name from the acronym of the plan development process ‘Listen, Engage, Assess & Deliver.’ The upcoming public consultation for development of this plan was endorsed by Council on October 29, 2019.
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Council Endorses Maple Ridge Downtown Development
On Tuesday, October 29, Council gave third reading to the Comprehensive Development Zone that will see a multi-million dollar revitalization of Maple Ridge’s downtown. This new tailored-made zone, incorporating residential, commercial, office and education space, maps out the master plan for a site that stretches from Plaza Street to 224 Street between Dewdney Trunk Road and Brown Avenue.
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BC Ale Trail Launches in Maple Ridge
The Maple Ridge Ale Trail, which is part of the self guided BC Ale Trail, will be launching on Saturday, September 21 at the Haney Farmers Market in Memorial Peace Park, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
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Update St. Anne Camp
On Thursday, August 1, City of Maple Ridge staff removed a temporary structure constructed by Dwayne Martin, one of the original occupiers of the St. Anne Camp.
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BC Supreme Court Dismisses Pivot Legal Application
Consistent with previous direction from the BC Supreme Court, a July 15 judgment of Mr. Justice Grauer has reaffirmed the original Court Order relating to the occupation of the St. Anne lands in Maple Ridge, and confirmed the City’s conduct related to the implementation of these Orders.
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Repair & Replacement of Structural Support Columns at MR Leisure Centre Moves Opening to Early 2020
Through ongoing work on the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Aquatic Upgrade project, significant issues were discovered with a structural support column located in the original part of the facility that was constructed 40 years ago.
Upon discovery of the structural issue, the construction contractor notified City staff and an independent structural engineering company was brought in to examine all similar support columns. After doing a detailed assessment, the engineering firm recommended replacing all, or part, of 11 support columns in the facility. City staff moved immediately to undertake the column repairs and replacement. The addition of this work has extended the Leisure Centre Aquatic Upgrade completion timeline to early 2020.
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Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Work w/ Ridge Meadows RCMP Detachment to Launch Policing Service Review
Both the City of Maple Ridge and the City of Pitt Meadows have seen tremendous growth over the last decade or more resulting in new challenges in the way the Ridge Meadows RCMP Detachment delivers services to each community.
As a national police force, the RCMP has access to technologies and evidence based best practices developed here in our community, and in communities across the country, to address the scope and context of new challenges that both communities are dealing with on a day-to-day basis.
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PR Three New Artists in Residence Selected for 2019-2022
The Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee is pleased to announce that Natali Leduc, Gerry Sheena and Manuel Strain have been selected as the new Artists in Residence. These three artists bring a wide range of perspectives, experiences and skills to the community. They will officially start their residencies this summer
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City Affirms Commitment to Work with the Province on Social Housing Plan
The City is working in a very deliberate fashion to address the ruling of the BC Supreme Court to identify the specific housing needs of the St. Anne camp occupants. That ruling recognizes the City and Province’s mutual need to work together to place the occupants into housing and ultimately achieve camp closure.
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Lougheed Transit Corridor Study Launched
The upcoming launch of TransLink’s B-Line Rapid Bus Service in Maple Ridge will provide a fast connection for local residents to access the Evergreen Extension in Coquitlam. The City of Maple Ridge's Planning department is launching a study that will examine the future around the Lougheed corridor, as well as give citizen's an opportunity to share their voice on how they would like to shape the surrounding communities.
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March 8 Update: St. Anne Camp Evacuation
The Maple Ridge Fire Department and Bylaws Department will continue their work to address the fire safety of the St. Anne site under the terms of the Fire Evacuation Order through the upcoming weekend.
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Update: St. Anne Camp Evacuation
The Maple Ridge Fire Department and Bylaws Department continue their work to address the fire safety of the St. Anne site under the terms of the Fire Evacuation Order.
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Update: St. Anne Camp Evacuation
The Maple Ridge Fire Department and Bylaws Department continue their work to address the fire safety of the St. Anne site under the terms of the Fire Evacuation Order.
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Update: St Anne Camp Evacuation
The City of Maple Ridge’s Emergency Support Services (ESS) team opened a Reception Centre at 12 noon on Saturday to provide meals and overnight accommodation for the evacuees from the St. Anne Camp; fifteen people registered for support and accommodations on Saturday. The ESS operation will continue until Noon on Tuesday March 5 at which time the operation will transition to the Salvation Army who will provide overnight emergency weather response services moving forward.
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City Activates Emergency Support Services to Provide Temporary Shelter For St Anne Camp Occupants
On Saturday, March 2 the City of Maple Ridge activated the Emergency Support Services (ESS) team to provide a Reception Centre for the people occupying the St. Anne Camp who are being evacuated from the site. The Reception Centre will be located on Lougheed Highway east of 222 Avenue where the Salvation Army has been providing emergency cold weather beds. The ESS team consists of City staff supported by trained volunteers.
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Evacuation Order Issued for the St. Anne Camp Site
Late Friday afternoon, March 1, the City of Maple Ridge was advised that an Evacuation Order was issued for the St. Anne Camp site by the Provincial Fire Commissioner after an application by Maple Ridge Fire Chief Howard Exner.
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Update of St Anne Camp Fires
In light of the 3 fires that have occured in the span of 72 hours at the St. Anne camp site, the City has doubled the security presence around the site for the foreseeable future to address neighbourhood and site safety. The City has also requested additional police attention around the camp to support this increased security.
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Mayor Morden Meets with Provincial Ministers
On Monday, February 25, Maple Ridge Mayor, Mike Morden met with a number of BC Provincial Ministers to discuss a broad range of issues around housing affordability, delivery of addiction and mental health services and community safety.
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City Returning to BC Supreme Court to Address Fire Risks
The two fires on Wednesday, February 28, and the evidence that a significant quantity of ignition sources and accelerants have been reintroduced to the site has reinforced a decision by the City of Maple Ridge to return to the BC Supreme Court.
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BC Supreme Court Order Enforcement Continues at St. Anne Camp
On Friday, February 8 the BC Supreme Court granted the City of Maple Ridge
the authority to address the long-standing fire and life-safety issues at the St. Anne site identified by both the Maple Ridge Fire Department and, more recently, the Provincial Fire Commissioner.
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Inspection of St. Anne Camp Site Begins
On Friday, February 8 the BC Supreme Court granted the City of Maple Ridge
the authority to address the long-standing fire and life-safety issues at the St. Anne site identified by both the Maple Ridge Fire Department and, more recently, the Provincial Fire Commissioner.
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Inspection Notices Posted at St. Anne Camp
On Friday, February 22, occupants of the camp were provided with 24 hour notice that all tents and structures will be inspected for prohibited materials as outlined in the BC Supreme Court order.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Inspects St. Anne Camp
On Friday, February 8 the BC Supreme Court granted the City of Maple Ridge the authority to address the long-standing fire and life-safety issues at the St. Anne site identified by both the Maple Ridge Fire Department and, more recently, the Provincial Fire Commissioner.
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Nomination Committee Will Recruit Board of Directors for 2020 BC Summer Games
In July of 2020 the City of Maple Ridge will welcome over 3500 young athletes, their coaches and family members to our community for a four-day celebration spanning 18 different sports. In preparation for the Games, the City of Maple Ridge is forming a Nomination Committee to recruit candidates for a Board of Directors to lead the organization of this major community event.
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Maple Ridge Council Introducing Code of Conduct
On Tuesday, November 13, as part of their first formal Council Meeting, Maple Ridge Council will discuss and adopt a code of conduct that will define how they will interact with each other and the public during their term.
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Council Approves Development Permit for Phase One of Transformational Downtown Development
Council approved the development permit for Phase One of a seven stage development that will see the transformation of the property between Dewdney Trunk Road and Brown Avenue between Plaza Street and 224 Street to a mixed commercial and residential development. Phase One includes development of eight commercial retail spaces fronting on Dewdney Trunk Road and 154 apartment units, including 49 units of market rental housing.
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Alouette River Ecosystem Partnership Created to Restore Pacific Salmon Runs
A new Alouette River Ecosystem Partnership (AREP) has been created to work constructively with BC Hydro and the Provincial government to restore the salmon runs and ecosystem damage created by the damming and alteration of the Alouette River on the traditional lands of the Katzie and Kwantlen First Nations over the past century.
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Contract Award for New Synthetic Turf Fields
On Tuesday, September 25 Council awarded the contract for synthetic turf for two new sports fields currently under construction at Telosky Stadium, located adjacent to Thomas Haney Secondary School.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Serves Fire Order Regarding Tent Encampment
On Monday, September 24, the Maple Ridge Fire Chief, in his capacity as a
local assistant to the Office of the BC Fire Commissioner, issued a Provincial Fire Order to the City of Maple Ridge and Province of British Columbia relating to fire and life safety issues at the tent encampment located upon City-owned and Provincially-owned lands at 223 Street at St. Anne Avenue.
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Albion Community Centre Design Completed
Maple Ridge Council was provided an overview of the design elements for the new Albion Community Centre that will be co-located with the c??sq?nel? Elementary School currently under construction on 104 Avenue, east of 240 Street.
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Question Set For Non-Binding Plebiscite on Garbage & Green Waste
Citizens across BC will be selecting their new Mayor, Councillors and School Trustees as part of the upcoming General Local Election. Here in Maple Ridge, electors will receive a second ballot for a non-binding plebiscite on curbside garbage and green waste pickup.
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DMRBIA and City Partner on Pop-Up Park
On Friday, September 21, four parking spots on the east side of 224 Street north of McIntosh Avenue will be converted into a ‘Pop-Up Park’ from Noon until 6:00 pm to celebrate ‘International Parking Day’.
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Fire Ban Lifted in Maple Ridge
The fire ban on outdoor burning within the permitted areas of Maple Ridge was lifted as of 4:00 pm, September 11, 2018.
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Brandon Gabriel’s ‘Where the Golden Eagles Are’ Back Alley Mural Unveiled
On Friday, August 24 the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (DMRBIA) hosted the unveiling ceremony for the latest in their ‘Back Alley Mural Program’ projects. The newest mural titled ‘Where the Golden Eagles Are’ was painted by renowned Kwantlen First Nation artist Brandon Gabriel.
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New Community Festival Grants Awarded By Council
In the second intake of festival grant funding, the following three organizations received support: Maple Ridge Christmas Festival Society, Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Recycling Society (Earth Day) and the Christmas Haven group.
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May 28, 2018 Update: Fraser River Freshet
On Monday, May 28 the BC River Forecast Centre updated their Flood Advisory for the Lower Fraser and they are reporting that the peak level for the 2018 Freshet has passed and the Fraser River levels will drop slowly over the next week to ten days.
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Update: Maple Ridge Response to Fraser River Freshet
The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a High Stream Flow Advisory for the Fraser River. As a precaution, the City of Maple Ridge has activated the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to Level 1 and is closely monitoring conditions along the river and conducting daily dyke inspections.
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Nominations Are Open for the 15th Annual Accessibility & Inclusion Awards
On May 28, 2018, the Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Municipal Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness (MACAI) will be recognizing leaders who are ‘difference makers’ within our community supporting individuals with varying abilities inclusive of physical, emotional, cultural and financial circumstances.
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Celebrating Volunteerism in Maple Ridge
The City of Maple Ridge, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services, Valley Fair Mall and the Kiwanis Club of Golden Ears have joined together to host a pancake breakfast to celebrate National Volunteer Week.
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Province of BC Purchases Properties for Temporary Modular Housing
On Monday, March 5, 2018 the Honourable Selina Robinson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced that the BC Government has purchased three properties, 22534, 22548 and 22556 Royal Crescent, for the construction of 55 temporary modular housing units in Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Named NAIOP ‘Most Business Friendly Municipality’ For Third Year
On Thursday, November 23, 2017 the Metro Vancouver Chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP) will present Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read with a NAIOP Award for Municipal Excellence recognizing Maple Ridge as the ‘Most Business Friendly Municipality’ in the region for the third consecutive year.
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Fern Crescent Road Project Update
The City of Maple Ridge will be seeking community and neighbourhood input as it looks to improve the safety of drivers, cyclists and pedestrians for the section of Fern Crescent from the Eagles Hall, just east of Balsam Street, through to the intersection of 236 Street.
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Council Moves Forward with Outdoor Pool Project
On Tuesday, October 3, 2017, Council moved forward with the development of an outdoor pool, located east of Thomas Haney Secondary co-located with the City’s existing lawn bowling and tennis facilities.
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Council Briefed on Outdoor Pool Consultation
On Tuesday, September 19, 2017 Council received a briefing by Paul Fast from HCMA Architecture and Design on the community consultation that is underway to explore the development of a new 10 lane 25-metre competition pool facility located east of Thomas Haney Secondary west of 232 Street adjacent to the Maple Ridge lawn Bowling and tennis facilities.
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Maple Ridge Begins Public Consultation on Secondary Suites
On Tuesday, September 19, Maple Ridge Council directed staff to begin a consultation program to determine the community’s views on expanding the availability of secondary suites in Maple Ridge in order to increase rental housing stock for the community.
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Speed Limit Raised to 60 KPH on New Four Lane Section of 128 Avenue
On Wednesday, August 23, 2017 Operations staff at the City of Maple Ridge installed new speed signs along the newly widened section of 128 Avenue between 210 Street east towards the intersection at 224 Street raising the speed limit from 50 kilometres per hour (KPH) to 60 KPH.
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Maple Ridge CAO Ted Swabey Resigns
Maple Ridge Chief Administrative Officer Ted Swabey announced his resignation from the position of CAO at the City of Maple Ridge effective September 8, 2017. He will be joining the Municipality of North Cowichan as City Manager.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Enacts Fire Ban
With the dry and warm weather we are experiencing, the weather forecast into the next two weeks and the Forest Fire Weather index moving towards Extreme Forest Fire Danger Rating, effective immediately the Maple Ridge Fire Department is invoking a fire ban in all areas of Maple Ridge.
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City of Maple Ridge Unveils New Street Banners
The installation of six new street banner designs started on Monday, June 26 and the full installation throughout the community is expected by Thursday, June 29, just in time for the weekend Canada Day celebration at Memorial Peace Park.
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June 21 Update: City of Maple Ridge Injunction Application
On June 20, the City of Maple Ridge asked the BC Supreme Court for an adjournment of the hearing of the City’s injunction application to consider the large volume of evidence which had been filed on behalf of those occupying the St. Anne protest camp, and to ensure that sufficient court time is available to hear the City’s application in its entirety.
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Fraser River Update
The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory for the Fraser River. The advisory includes areas of the main stem river from the Fraser Canyon downstream to the ocean.
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Culture Walk: Exploring Our Nature
Maple Ridge’s celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary will start this week with “Culture Walk: Exploring our Nature” on Sunday, June 4 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
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MACAI Seeking Nominations for Accessibility Awards
MACAI is seeking nominations for local businesses, organizations and members of the general public who are ‘difference makers’ by supporting individuals with varying abilities, inclusive of physical, emotional, social and financial challenges and needs.
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May 11 Update: St. Anne’s Protest Camp
On Friday, May 5, City staff provided legal notice to the campers onsite that they need to vacate the site as it falls under the City’s Parks Regulations Bylaw.
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Cultural Plan Survey Launch
We need the community’s help to shape the direction and priorities for the future to build a vibrant community for everyone who lives, works and plays in Maple Ridge.
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St. Anne’s Protest Camp Update
On Tuesday, May 2, 2017 a group identifying themselves as the ‘Alliance Against Displacement’ entered a fenced off area in the Haney neighbourhood.
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City Monitoring Camp Formation
On the morning of Tuesday, May 2, 2017 a group set up a camp on a property located on the west side of St. Anne’s Street south of 117 Avenue.
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Help Shape the Future
The City of Maple Ridge is currently involved in an extensive consultation around the future development of parks, recreation and cultural facilities to meet the needs of our growing community.
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Brand Review Recommendations Endorsed by Council
Maple Ridge Council has made employment growth one of their key priorities. Recognizing that Maple Ridge is in a very competitive landscape, Council directed staff to undertake a review of the perception of the Maple Ridge ‘brand’.
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Council Urges Citizens to Participate in Community Facilities Conversation
The City of Maple Ridge is in the very early stages of a community consultation to gather citizen’s feedback on proposed Parks, Recreation & Culture facilities projects to meet the needs of our growing community. The facility concepts that are before the public have been taken from the 2010 Parks, Recreation & Culture Master Plan.
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Hospital Parking
On January 19, 2017, Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read met with Mr. Geoff Roberts, Director of Parking for Fraser Health, to outline concerns that have been expressed by citizens about paid parking at the Maple Ridge Hospital.
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Community Facilities Consultation Launches Community Survey
At the beginning of December 2016 the ‘Community Facilities Conversation’ was launched with the establishment of a webpage and the deployment of displays at the Maple Ridge Public Library, the west entrance of City Hall, Planet Ice and the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre.
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2017 Property Assessments Released
Over the next week, BC property owners will be receiving their 2017 Property Assessment Notices. The 2017 assessment is based on the value of the property as at July 1, 2016.
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City of Maple Ridge Mourns the Passing of Tom Cameron
On December 17, 2016 past Citizen of the Year recipient Tom Cameron passed away after a long battle with cancer. Tom was recently honoured by Maple Ridge Council for his contributions to the City of Maple Ridge.
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Fraser Health Offers Naloxone Training in Maple Ridge
On Wednesday, December 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm Fraser Health, in partnership with the Strong Kids Team and Alouette Addictions, will be hosting a free overdose prevention, recognition and response training session at the Greg Moore Youth Centre in Maple Ridge.
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City of Maple Ridge Launches Community Facilities Conversation
On November 1, 2016 the City of Maple Ridge launched our newly formed ‘Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture’ Department! The new name reflects our abundant natural spaces, the many opportunities for active and social engagement and how all of these amenities make Maple Ridge a vibrant and healthy community.
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Maple Ridge Receives Two NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence for Second Year
On Thursday, November 24, 2016 the Metro Vancouver Chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP) presented Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read with two NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence recognizing Maple Ridge as the ‘Most Improved’ and ‘Most Business Friendly Municipality’ in the region.
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Maple Ridge Christmas Card Design Contest
The City would like to celebrate the beauty of Maple Ridge and the joy of the holiday season with images from our young citizens. We are pleased to announce the first ever ‘Maple Ridge Christmas Card Design Contest’ which is open to Maple Ridge students from Grades 1 to 7.
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Maple Ridge Strong Kids Team Push for Access to Naloxone
In response to the fentanyl crisis in BC the Strong Kids Team hosted a ‘Fentanyl Forum’ where an estimated 500 community members acquired information about the dangers of fentanyl, how to respond to an overdose and how to access Naloxone.
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November 1 Marks New Era in Recreation Service Delivery
On October 31, 2016 the Joint Parks & Leisure Services Agreement with the City of Pitt Meadows will officially conclude and beginning November 1 Maple Ridge will be served by the ‘Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture’ Department.
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Mayor Read Thanks MP Dan Ruimy for Ottawa Meetings
On Monday, October 24 and Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Mayor Nicole Read led a small delegation to Ottawa to meet with Cabinet Ministers and key staff from a number of Government Ministries to present a request for financial support and leadership to advance a proposed Civic and Cultural Facility in downtown Maple Ridge.
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Maple Ridge Youth Strategy Acknowledges “It Takes a Village”
At this Monday’s Council Workshop meeting, Council unanimously endorsed the Maple Ridge Youth Strategy acknowledging that it does “Take a Village” to ensure the youth of Maple Ridge are provided with the best environment in which to grow and thrive in.
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City of Maple Ridge Wins Two Awards for Excellence of Business Practices
The presentation was introduced by Frank Quinn, General Manager: Public Works & Development Services who took the opportunity to announce that the City of Maple Ridge has been given two awards, Most Improved Processing Times and Most Business Friendly, from the Vancouver Chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP).
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Community Dialogue on Homelessness Starts October 20, 2016
The City of Maple Ridge has asked a subcommittee of the Social Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) to host a Community Dialogue on Homelessness. The group will host four forums starting on October 20, 2016 running each successive Thursday through to November 9, 2016. The sessions will be held at The ACT Arts Centre and run from 7:00 to 9:00 pm with the doors opening at 6:30 pm. No pre-registration is required.
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Be Prepared for Storm Season
Environment Canada has posted a special weather statement for a series of powerful storms bringing heavy rain and strong winds approaching the South Coast in the coming days.
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Fentanyl Forum for Parents & Youth Runs October 5 in Maple Ridge
: In response to a province wide health crisis, a community ‘Fentanyl Forum’ will be hosted at Westview Secondary School (20905 Wicklund Ave) on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm with doors opening at 6:30 pm. The forum will be held in the multipurpose room.
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Maple Ridge Expertise Showcased at UBCM
Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read and City staff are sharing their experiences and expertise in dealing with the province-wide issue of homelessness as part of the annual Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Conference.
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Hammond Area Plan Receives First Reading
On September 20, 2016 Council unanimously voted to give the Hammond Area Plan Bylaw No. 7279-2016 first reading and begin the formal process required to adopt the Area Plan and accompanying Development Permit guidelines.
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City of Maple Ridge Launches ‘Forward 2020’ Program
In May, 2015 BC Housing made an offer to invest approximately $15 million to build and operate a permanent housing facility that will contribute to a long-term solution around homelessness, addiction and mental health in the community.
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City Enters into Agreement to Purchase 21375 Lougheed Highway
The City of Maple Ridge has entered into an agreement to purchase the property located at 21375 Lougheed Highway, just east of the intersection at Laity Street, as a potential site for both the interim housing facility and the purpose built permanent housing facility.
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City of Maple Ridge Supports First ‘Business Walk” with Chamber of Commerce
On Wednesday, July 28 Mayor Nicole Read, Councilors Corisa Bell and Bob Masse along with Maple Ridge’s Member of Parliament Dan Ruimy joined Lindsay Bisschop from the BC Ministry of Jobs, Tourism, and Skills Training and twenty members of the local Chamber of Commerce for the first ever ‘Maple Ridge Business Walk.’
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Maple Ridge Celebrates New Rainbow Crosswalk
On Thursday, July 28 the City of Maple Ridge will celebrate the installation of the Rainbow Crosswalk on 224 Street and Haney Place with a community BBQ, hosted by PLEA Community Services Society of BC, at the bandstand in Memorial Peace Park from 12:00 to 3;00 pm.
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Maple Ridge Designated as Age-Friendly BC Community
In January, 2015 the City of Maple Ridge established an Age-friendly community committee to begin the work necessary to achieve recognition as an “Age-friendly community” as identified in a program developed by the Union of BC Municipalities in 2004. During the 2016 Seniors Week, the province of BC announced that Maple Ridge has earned Age-friendly BC recognition.
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Council Seeks Input From Downtown Businesses On Shelter
At the June 6, 2016 Council Workshop meeting a resolution was passed to invite the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association and the adjacent properties to a forum to discuss BC Housing’s proposal to extend the use of the temporary shelter.
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Special Council Meeting Draws Overflow Crowd
On Friday, May 26 the City of Maple Ridge received a proposal from BC Housing to address the immediate needs for housing solutions while the community conversation happens around a long term solution. Council invited BC Housing, their partner agencies Fraser Health and Alouette Addictions and the Ridge Meadows RCMP to a Special Council meeting held on Monday, May 30 to present their proposal and answer questions from Council and the public.
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BC Housing Presents Interim Housing Solution
Maple Ridge Council will hear a number of homelessness and housing updates as part of a Special Council Meeting today Monday, May 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers. This meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed on the City website.
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Pitt Meadows Regional Airport Board Changes Announced
As the City of Maple Ridge and the City of Pitt Meadows recently began a review of the governance of the Pitt Meadows Airport as well as the development of a long term strategic plan for the facility, the current Board of Directors have announced their decision to step down to clear the way for a new Board, effective July 31, 2016.
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Maple Ridge Acquires Whonnock Lake Property
The City of Maple Ridge has purchased a piece of waterfront property on Whonnock Lake for approximately $2 million as part of a long term strategic plan to acquire all of the properties on the shoreline.
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Council to Review Parks Bylaw Based on BC Supreme Court Rulings
At the May 16, 2016 Committee of the Whole meeting Council received a proposed amendment to the Parks Regulations – Bylaw No. 7085-2014. The amendment relates to temporary shelters in public parks to ensure that City bylaws respect the judgements issued by the BC Supreme Court.
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Maple Ridge Council Reduces 2016 Business Class Tax Increase
Yesterday, at the Committee of the Whole meeting, Council approved the 2016–2020 Financial Plan Amending Bylaw to include changes to the business class tax increase. With the adjustments that were made, the property tax increase for business and light industrial class properties has been reduced from 3.15% to 1.85%.
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Strong Kids Team Launches Youth Survey
On Monday, February 2, 2016 Phase Two of the Strong Kids Team work began with the launch of an online survey geared towards youth and young adults in our community.
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Community Heritage Commission Hosts 2016 Heritage Week Events
Join the City of Maple Ridge Community Heritage Commission as our community celebrates Heritage Week from February 15 – 21, 2016. The theme this year is “Distinctive Destinations: Experience Historic Places” and there are many activities scheduled throughout the week.
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Council Asks for Alternatives to One Year Pool Closure
Maple Ridge Council will be holding a special Workshop meeting on Thursday, December 10 to examine alternatives to the proposed one year shutdown to replace the aging mechanical systems and renovate the oldest section of the Leisure Centre pool facility.
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Maple Ridge Receives Two NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence
On, Thursday, November 26, 2015 the Metro Vancouver Chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP) presented Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read with two NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence recognizing Maple Ridge as the ‘Most Improved’ and ‘Most Business Friendly Municipality’ in the region.
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Maple Ridge Launches Strong Kids Team
The Maple Ridge Resilience Initiative Strong Kids Team was formed to ensure that children and youth in our community have the best environment to grow up and thrive in.
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New Chief Administrative Officer
After an extensive national search process, the City of Maple Ridge is pleased to announce that Ted Swabey has been hired to be the City’s new Chief Administrative Officer. He will be joining the City on December 1, 2015.
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Community Public Art Grants Available for Projects – Deadline October 30, 2015
The City of Maple Ridge through the Public Art Steering Committee is providing small grant funding for community organizations and service groups to support projects that engage artists with residents in a creative collaboration that is publicly accessible and leaves a lasting experience or legacy for the general public.
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City Moves Fall Chipping Program Dates Forward
The wind storm on August 28, 2015 knocked down significant amounts of trees, branches and debris. Based on the need to dispose of this material in a responsible way, the City, in conjunction with the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society, has moved the Fall Chipping Program forward by one full month.
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City Sells Downtown Land Parcel For $7 Million
In December of 2010 Maple Ridge Council bought 14 properties located between 119 and Selkirk Avenues west of 227 Street for $3.7 million. In the months that followed the purchase, the old structures on the property were demolished and the site was prepared for development.
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Temporary Shelter Will Open in Early October
In October, 2015, a temporary shelter will open in the former ‘Sleep Shop’ building located just east of the intersection of 222 Street and Lougheed Highway. The low barrier shelter will have 40 beds and will operate until March, 2016.
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Construction Begins on 128 Avenue Four Lane Widening from 210 to 216 Street
This $8.2 million project is the first phase of a project that will see 128 Avenue and Abernethy Way expanded to a four lane configuration with storm water systems, streetlights and intersection turn lanes to allow better north south access from this busy roadway. In addition to the improved road network, this project also includes a separated asphalt multi-use path from 210 to 216 Street to enhance safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Maple Ridge Fire Department Enacts Fire Ban
With the extremely dry and warm weather we are experiencing, and the weather forecast into the next two weeks, the Forest Fire Weather index has now moved to an Extreme Forest Fire Danger Rating. Effective immediately the City of Maple Ridge Fire Department is invoking a fire ban in all areas of Maple Ridge.
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Rural Maple Ridge Homeowners May Now Qualify for Lower Fire Insurance Rates
Last year, Maple Ridge Deputy Fire Chief Howard Exner, organized and executed a special exercise, monitored by the Fire Underwriters Survey, to demonstrate their capacity to get water to rural areas of the community that are not serviced by fire hydrants. This exercise was timed and the water quantities were measured and certified formally.
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Proposed BBQ at Cliff Avenue Homeless Camp Not Sanctioned by City
Some local advocates have been posting notices around the community relating to a proposed BBQ on Saturday, June 6. The organizers of the event are the Social Housing Alliance BC. The event has not been planned in consultation with the City of Maple Ridge or approved through the City’s event approval process.
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Walmart Buys Former Target Canada Lease for Haney Place Mall Location
Earlier today Walmart Canada reached out to Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read confirming the media reports that they plan to purchase a number of leases for the vacated Target Canada locations across Canada including the Haney Place Mall location. The final sale of the leases is still subject to court approval.
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Update on Former Target Location at Haney Place Mall
The City of Maple Ridge has been in close contact with Narland, the owners of Haney Place Mall, regarding the future use of the space vacated by Target Canada when the Maple Ridge store closed on March 30, 2015.
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Sunrise Apartment Fire Update
On Saturday, March 21, 2015 at approximately 6:00 am the Maple Ridge Fire Department responded to a fire between 222 and 223 Streets and 122 Avenue at the Sunrise Apartments.
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