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Visions of Biophilia

Visitors to the Richmond Nature Park can now enjoy the new public artwork, Visions of Biophilia, by artist Desirée Patterson.

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Halloween Activities and Fireworks

Halloween-inspired events and activities are on now through Thursday, October 31 including the Halloween Fireworks Festival at Minoru Park.

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Halloween Hoot

Drop-in to Halloween Hoot: A Family Spooktacular at the Richmond Nature Park

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Visions of Biophilia

Visitors to the Richmond Nature Park can now enjoy the new public artwork, Visions of Biophilia, by artist Desirée Patterson.

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Fireworks Safety

The City of Richmond and Richmond Fire-Rescue are reminding residents it is illegal to possess, buy, sell or detonate fireworks and firecrackers in the city without a permit.

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Halloween Activities and Fireworks

Halloween-inspired events and activities are on now through Thursday, October 31 including the Halloween Fireworks Festival at Minoru Park.

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Civic Services Notice

City of Richmond in-person civic services will close on the following statutory holidays in 2024

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City Grant Programs

The City of Richmond is reminding residents and non-profit organizations that the application deadline for the 2025 annual City Grant Programs is Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

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Halloween Hoot

Drop-in to Halloween Hoot: A Family Spooktacular at the Richmond Nature Park

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Business & Partner Appreciation Event

The City of Richmond’s 2024 Business and Partner Appreciation Event was held on Thursday, October 3.

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Employment Connections Event

The event will be held on Wednesday, October 23 at the Brighouse Library.

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Street Banner Contest

The City of Richmond is inviting residents to help choose the winning street banner designs that will be displayed on banner poles in 2025.

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National Seniors Day

Join the City of Richmond and its community partners for this annual celebration of National Seniors Day on Tuesday, October 1.

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Election Signage Rules

With the 2024 Provincial Election campaign officially underway, the City of Richmond is reminding candidates, their supporters and residents of the rules around placement of election-related signs.

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Monday, September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.

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Arts Strategy Update

The City of Richmond is undertaking work to review and update the Richmond Arts Strategy for the next five years, and community members are invited to contribute their ideas and feedback.

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New Museum Exhibit

The Richmond Museum’s new exhibition, Family Treasures, explores the many ways our belongings reveal our unique histories and surprising shared connections.

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Engaging Artists in Community Program

This program pairs a community partner with an artist or artist team to work creatively on a six-month to year-long project.

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City granted Bill 44 extension

The Province has granted the City of Richmond an extension to comply with Bill 44 rezoning so that critical infrastructure improvements can be done before construction of multiplexes with up to six units on single family lots can occur.

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Heat Pump Rebates

The City of Richmond is offering new incentives to help residents transition to electric heat pumps as a cost-effective heating and cooling solution for their home.

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Feedback on Flood Protection Upgrades

The City is seeking feedback from residents and businesses about proposed Dike Master Plan upgrades.

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Richmond Honours 2024 Olympic Athletes

On September 9, Richmond City Council honoured three Olympians with certificates of achievement for their success in Paris.

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Official Community Plan Update

Richmond is updating its current Official Community Plan (OCP) and is encouraging residents and community members to learn more and provide input.

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Gang Prevention Information Sessions

These sessions aim to provide valuable insights and practical strategies for identifying and preventing gang involvement.

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City Advisory Committees

Richmond City Council is inviting residents to apply for vacancies on a number of Advisory Committees, Boards and Commissions.

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Alexandra Community Garden

Do you want to grow your own food and flowers, but do not have the space? Sign up for a garden plot at the new Alexandra Community Garden opening this fall .

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Annual Tree Sale

Trees are being offered to City of Richmond residents only. Trees may be purchased through the MyRichmond online portal from Monday, September 9 to Friday, October 4.

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Culture Days

Celebrate local arts and culture with more than 80 free events and activities offered during Richmond Culture Days from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, October 13.

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Minister Suspends Cambie/Sexsmith Project

The Province has placed the supportive housing building on hold.

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Public Works Open House

Discover the inner workings of the City of Richmond's essential services at the annual Public Works Open House.

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Minoru Lakes Upgrade

Richmond is among four communities across the province receiving upgrades to their water infrastructure after a combined investment from the federal and provincial governments, and municipal partners.

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Street Banner Contest

From now through Sunday, September 15, artists of all ages and abilities are invited to share their vision of Richmond.

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Chilcotin River Breach Update

An excess of water and wood debris resulting from the Chilcotin River landslide and dam breach is expected to begin to make its way along the Fraser River through Richmond in the coming hours.

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No. 3 Road Art Columns

No. 3 Road Art Columns highlight Richmond’s food culture, natural heritage and the Cherry Blossom Festival

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Community Murals

Property owners, organizations, stratas and non-profit groups with highly visible walls are invited to participate in the City’s Community Mural Program.

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Richmond Garlic Fest

The scent of garlic is set to waft through the air as a backdrop to the 14th annual Richmond Garlic Fest on Saturday, August 17.

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Passing of Former Councillor

It is with sadness the City of Richmond has learned of the passing of former long-time City Councillor and School Trustee Linda McPhail.

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Richmond Maritime Festival

Celebrate the history of Steveston at the Richmond Maritime Festival with free, family-friendly maritime-themed activities such as live music, art installations, puppet shows, community exhibits and more.

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Steveston Community Park

The Steveston Community Park playground will undergo an exciting transformation beginning this summer.

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Canada, Here We Are!

The Richmond Museum is excited to present Canada, Here We Are!, a travelling exhibit from the Royal BC Museum, about the unique contributions of Ukrainian Canadians to our country.

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BC's Most Active Community

Richmond is again British Columbia’s Most Active Community. ParticipACTION, the national organization promoting healthy living and physical fitness, announced the honour today when unveiling the winners of its 2024 Community Challenge, a nation-wide physical activity initiative encouraging Canadians to get active.

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Bill 44

Over 4,000 residents attended a series of in-person open houses and an online consultation over the past two weeks to discuss the background and impact of recent provincial housing legislation on the City of Richmond.

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Pride Week

Richmond residents and community members are invited to celebrate Pride Week from Monday, July 29 through Sunday, August 4 with free activities and events for all ages.

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North Dike Upgrades

The City of Richmond is inviting the public to get more information about upgraded flood protection along the north dike from Lynas Lane to No. 2 Road.

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Cambie and No. 5 Road

The City of Richmond will begin extensive upgrades to the intersection of Cambie Road and No. 5 Road beginning Wednesday, July 17. It is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2024.

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MyRichmond Reminder

MyRichmond—the one-stop online portal to access many City services such as recreation program registration, taxes and utilities, permitting, licensing and emergency notifications—now requires two-factor authentication to log in.

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Big Blue Blocks

With the arrival of summer comes warmer weather and, in some cases, heat and air quality warnings.

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Summer is here

With the arrival of summer comes warmer weather and, in some cases, heat and air quality warnings.

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New Housing Regulations

Provincial housing legislation and you – City of Richmond holds open houses for information and feedback

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Infrastructure Upgrades

Several capital projects to upgrade utilities and infrastructure are coming to the Steveston area this summer. These projects will allow the continued delivery of high quality services including drinking water, sewage management and a robust active transportation pathway network.

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Capstan Station

Richmond requests feedback on Capstan Station public realm

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Child Care Strategy

The City of Richmond is developing a new 10-year Child Care Strategy and is inviting feedback until Sunday August 4.

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Community Murals

City of Richmond seeks high profile walls for community murals.

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