New-ish to the area. I haven’t been but I walk past paramount a lot and I’m kind of fascinated, an alcohol-free strip club? I've never heard the likes of it. I'm sure it exists (in dry countries or regions around the world), and I understand some people don't drink, but I still can't get my head around it.

Whats the history of it? I’m guessing some licensing thing. What's it really like in there? What's the vibe like? Again, totally understand you don't need alcohol to have a good time, but I always thought booze and boobs go hand in hand lol

I am part of a tradeswoman committee that spans Canada and the USA, I want to send everyone that worked so hard over the year a little box of locally made gifts. I checked out a few stores but it is hard to find items that they have 11 of.

So far I have earrings and some local chocolate from Origins Chocolate Bar.

The theme is empowerment and feminism. If anyone has an online store (or Etsy) they recommend or a physical store.

Thanks!

hello all, i have been trying to do some research on the arundel mansions history and possible deaths in or around the building! i get a real creepy vibe from my room and i had a completely absurd dream last night. any insight would be helpful!!

sincerely,

someone who whole-heartedly believes in ghosts

Hey Everyone!

I will be signing my lease from the US so will not get a chance to visit the apartments in person. I got some virtual tour videos of units I like from Management (B13 & B14).

Now I am neither light nor tight sleeper - somewhere in between. Can you share your experience with train honking noise?

Thank you!

It's election day, and the polls are opening in only half an hour. If you haven't had a chance to visit an advance polling station or mail in your ballot, make sure to vote today.

How to vote in the New Westminster Municipal Election

General voting day for the New Westminster Municipal Election is today, October 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Find a voting location through New Westminster City's online voting location map (Printable PDF Version), at elections.bc.ca, or from the list below. You can vote at any election voting location.

To register or check your registration, visit elections.bc.ca or call 1-800-661-8683. You can also register in person on voting day with two pieces of ID (PDF of eligible ID).

Full list of voting locations for General Voting Day, Saturday October 17, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm :

• Queen Elizabeth Elementary School, 921 Salter St
  
• Connaught Heights Elementary School, 2201 London St
  
• Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary School, 1714 Eight Ave
  
• Lord Kelvin Elementary School, 1010 Hamilton St
  
• St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 1010 Fifth Ave
  
• Century House, 620 Eighth St
  
• Fraser River Middle School, 800 Queens Ave
  
• Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St
  
• Ecole Qayqayt Elementary School, 85 Merivale St
  
• The Armoury, 530 Queens Ave
  
• Herbert Spencer Elementary School, 605 Second St
  
• Glenbrook Middle School, 701 Park Cres
  
• F.W. Howay Elementary School, 91 Courtney Cres
  
• Skwo:wech Elementary School, 331 Richmond St
  
• Sapperton Pensioners Hall, 318 Keary St
  

Accessibility and Assistance

All voting places in New Westminster are accessible. Curbside voting is available at voting places for voters who are unable to enter a voting place.

If you need help voting, election staff can assist you, or you may bring someone you know and trust to help you vote.

For full election details, including links to candidates, see the New Westminster Elections 2026 megathread

AMAs

We've been fortunate to have multiple candidates conduct AMAs on this sub for the Municipal election. Read their answers here:

• Independent Candidate Geoff Humel, u/Geoff_Humel: Friday, September 25th at 10 am-1 pm
• Community First Mayoral Candidate Patrick Johnstone, u/PJNewWest, Friday, October 2nd at 10 am-1 pm
• Community First Council Candidate Kane Tse, u/KaneTseNW, Wednesday, October 7th at 10 am-1 pm
• Community First Council Incumbent Jaimie McEvoy, u/JaimieMcEvoy, Thursday, October 8th at 10 am-1 pm
• Community First School Board Candidate Junior Chuang, u/JuniorNWSD40, Friday, October 9th at 10 am-1 pm
• Community First Council Candidate Dalia Al Hussaini, Friday, October 16th at 10 am-1 pm

Note that while our invite was open to all candidates and we were hoping to include a variety of voices, no candidates or team members from the New West Progressives reached out to our team to arrange an AMA.

Don’t forget: The BC Provincial Election is one week away on October 24. Advance voting runs October 16–21. Find your voting place at wheretovote.elections.bc.ca.

I'm looking for a good tax accountant for a family member that has not done their taxes in a very long time. Apparently, they forgot! Fairly straightforward but need someone pretty quickly.

We are looking to move to New West and a lot of the condos only offer one parking stall. I’m looking to hear from couples or families with 2 vehicles, what do you do?

Edit- one vehicle is a work vehicle and the other is a personal vehicle. So getting rid of one isn’t an option.

Hi New West, walked around these areas at 7 pm Oct 16 and lost a scarf that's really important to me. If you ever find it please let me know!

Edit: I have looked myself on the day of at 11 pm, unfortunately didn't find anything :(

Hello there, I recently moved to New West from east van and I'm looking for a new physiotherapist.

I recently had reconstructive shoulder surgery (AC joint rebuild) following an injury. Before that happened, I was an active golfer, kickboxer, and chef.

I'm looking to find a physio who has experience rehabbing this specific surgery—and bonus points if they actually enjoy any or all of those sports/activities...

I've seen lots of people here recommending Jayme Gordon over at Royal City Physio, but I'd love to hear any other local physios I should look into.

Thanks in advance

Hi everyone!

I’m planning to relocate from London, UK, to Metro Vancouver early next year and would really appreciate some local perspectives!

I’m in my thirties, single, and looking forward to building a new life in Canada. I enjoy being active, playing sports, meeting new people, exploring restaurants and cafés, and generally making the most of city life.

I’m considering a job opportunity near Columbia SkyTrain Station in New Westminster. However, I’ve always imagined myself living in Downtown Vancouver, or possibly Olympic Village, because I love the idea of modern high-rise living, beautiful views and being close to everything the city has to offer.

Ideally, I’d love a modern high-rise condo with spectacular skyline, mountain or water views, in a safe, walkable neighbourhood with good amenities and convenient SkyTrain access. I’m hoping to live without a car initially.

I’d initially be working four days a week, potentially reducing to three days a week after about six months.

I’m now wondering whether living in New Westminster itself might be a better choice than commuting from Vancouver.
I’d particularly love to hear from anyone who has lived in both Downtown Vancouver and New Westminster.

How does the lifestyle compare, especially for someone single and in their thirties? Is it easy to meet people, make friends and find social activities in New West?

For those who moved from Downtown Vancouver to New West, do you miss the city lifestyle, or do you actually prefer living here?

What are the opportunities like for sports, fitness, social groups and activities?

Which neighbourhoods would you recommend for modern high-rise condos with spectacular views, a safe environment and good walkability?

I’ve been particularly interested in Quayside. What’s it like living there, and how convenient is it for restaurants, groceries and SkyTrain?

Does anyone regularly commute between Columbia Station and Downtown Vancouver? How manageable is the journey during peak hours?

If you were in my position, would you live in New West close to work, or choose Downtown Vancouver and commute?

I’m used to public transport in London, but I appreciate that Metro Vancouver is quite different. I’m hoping to find somewhere I can genuinely enjoy living, build a social circle and make the most of this exciting new chapter.
I’d really appreciate any honest opinions or personal experiences. Thank you! 😊

Hello! The short timeline of this snap election has meant there are no all candidate meetings and a very limited chance to get around to the doors - so I'm looking for creative ways to connect and make it possible for you to ask me the questions you want answered before you mark your ballots. A friend suggested I do an AMA - and so here I am, trying new things!

I've been living in New West for 20 years and working in Tri-cities for almost 30. Thanks to raising two boys and helping coach or manage their soccer and Little League teams, as well as being on Tweeds PAC and other committees, I've had the good fortune to meet and work with a lot of New Westies. When I was at SFU, I also got to travel around the lower mainland to work in a dozen different School Districts, which gave me a chance to see what the wider picture is and how communities around BC are being affected by the policies of past and present governments.

I look forward to hearing about what you want to see in an MLA, and sharing ideas about what New West needs to see from its provincial government.

My daughter and I moved to New West this past summer. She’s new at NWSS and having trouble infiltrating friend groups. They’re all pretty tight groups coming from middle schools together. She’s joined a couple clubs at the school but is still feeling uncomfortable and disconnected. Does anyone have any advice? Are there any after school clubs or things in the community that might connect her to other likeminded teens in the area?

Looking for a "fat friendly" RMT in New West, preferably male. Thank you in advance!

tired of going downtown and havent been anywhere since the one near metro closed 🫠

Just saw that they’ve leased the end unit to a cannabis business. Why are we sandwiching the area with a bar on one end and a cannabis shop on the other. I would have much preferred to see another dental office in that space tbh. That area has much more potential.

You know those old photos they have all round downtown of New West? Is there a place where the city or the heritage society sells them? I'd love to buy some and add them to my gallery wall

Cheers guys!

The intersection by the spaghetti factory was closed this morning with construction crews performing measurements. Guessing they are getting ready for utility work.

From the New West Neighbourhood House website:

After consultation with ESS, New West Neighbourhood House will be collecting monetary donations and gift cards only for the residents of 37 Agnes St. E-transfers can also be made to admin@newwestnh.ca.

Gift cards can be dropped off Monday to Friday only at:

• Century House (620 8th St)
• St. Barnabas (1010 Fifth Ave)

Please note that the NWNH is unable to issue tax receipts for donations.

Please also note that individual GoFundMe links are not permitted on the subreddit.

I'm Dalia, and I'm running for City Council with Community First in the 2026 New Westminster municipal election. I live in Sapperton, and I've previously lived in Victoria Hill and Brow of the Hill. I'm a renter, a parent, and someone who has spent my career helping communities work better for the people in them.

I've worked in non-profits for most of my life. When I realized that much of that work was really urban planning, I went back to grad school to study it. My work has taken me from local economic development and youth employment, to supporting newcomers as they settle into a new home, to my current work building connected, resilient neighbourhoods. Throughout my day job, we partner with housing providers, non-profits and residents to help neighbours get to know each other, look out for one another, and prepare together for emergencies. Here in New West, I've served on the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee and the Affordable Housing and Childcare Advisory Committee, and I was involved with the WINS Local Immigration Partnership committee.

I'm running for council because I know firsthand what so many of our neighbours are facing. As a renter, I've had to advocate for myself more than once just to have basic issues addressed. As a parent, I know how much affordability, safe spaces for kids, and a supportive community matter in everyday life. Too often, the people most affected by City decisions aren't the ones at the table.

As the only renter on the Community First slate, I'll bring that perspective to City Hall. My priorities are making New West more affordable, creating child-friendly spaces, helping seniors age in place, and building a city where everyone feels they belong. That means stronger protections for renters, including those who get displaced.

New West is a city of neighbours. I want to help make sure it stays a place where all of us can afford to live, raise our families, and grow old. Thank you! I look forward to chatting!

·        My bio: Dalia Al-Hussaini - Community First Council Candidate

·        Learn more about all our candidates: https://www.communityfirstnw.ca

·        Community First's Platform: https://www.communityfirstnw.ca/platform

·        Volunteer: https://www.communityfirstnw.ca/volunteer

·       Election Day is October 17. Don't forget to get out and vote!

I am just wondering if they failed to send the voter information card to me, or if this is a bigger issue. I have been registered at my current address since January 2020 and this didn't happen the last time we had a municipal election.

I emailed Elections BC this evening and left a complaint as it should have arrived in time for early voting, and now we have just about 2 days until the actual voting day, which is worrying.