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Blossoms in Richmond
Spring is here. Check out the blossoms that are blooming in Richmond. © Robert Plowman

2018 property tax payments are due July 3
Payments can be made online, in-person or mailed in.

City of Richmond postpones grand opening of Brighouse Fire Hall No. 1
A new date for the opening will be announced in the near future.

Storeys receives national award for excellence in planning
The project was winner of the 2018 Award for Planning Excellence in the category of Social Planning.

City of Richmond selected as finalist in Smart Cities Challenge 

Richmond’s submission proposed the creation of an Intelligent Operation Hub that will seamlessly integrate data and coordinate emergency response by all levels of government.

MyRichmond opens portal to enhanced customer service
MyRichmond allows you to access a variety of services with a single sign-on experience, using just one password.

Ultimate July 1 birthday party features Steveston Salmon Festival, Street Party, fireworks and Big Sugar
Richmond is hosting the ultimate birthday party on Canada Day.

Richmond Council approves temporary modular housing
A temporary modular housing project at 7300 Elmbridge Way will provide 40 new homes with supportive services for the homeless within the community.

UPDATE: Special Council Meeting on proposed new homes for vulnerable people continues Friday
The meeting began Thursday when Council heard from approximately 55 of 90 registered speakers. Tonight, Council will hear from the remaining speakers, before beginning deliberations on the project.

Richmond proposes Intelligent Operation Hub In Smart Cities Challenge submission
An Intelligent Operation Hub would link together physical and technical platforms of multiple levels of government and private sector partners to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the City’s service delivery platforms.

Richmond honoured with three awards at BCRPA Provincial Awards of Excellence
Excellence recognize outstanding programs, innovative facilities and dedicated professionals who demonstrate excellence within the community of recreation and parks professionals.
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Creative locals are invited to showcase their talents at Richmond’s Culture Days
Richmond’s creative community members are invited to register to host an event in the ninth annual Culture Days weekend Friday, September 28 to Sunday, September 30. 

Public trails now open on Garden City Lands
A new 2.9-kilometre public trail is now open on the Garden City Lands in Richmond.

Score at Richmond’s Canada Day Hockey Zone
The deadline to register is June 30, 2018. Space is limited.

Help paint pianos for this year’s Pianos on the Streets Program
Led by local artists, PianoPalooza in the Plaza will take place on Saturday, June 23 and will launch the fourth year of this very popular program.

Big Sugar serves up Roots Rock Reggae for Canada Day
The Big Sugar performance is part of a huge Canada Day Street Party spread throughout Steveston Village, which will feature 50 diverse performances on eight stages.

Celebrate Indigenous Day at City Centre Community Centre 
This free event takes place on Saturday, June 23 from 1 to 3 p.m.

City seeks public input into  Dementia-Friendly Richmond Project
Focus groups will take place in June and a survey will be available on LetsTalkRichmond.ca until July 1.

Second round of public input sought for updated Community Wellness Strategy for Richmond
Provide feedback online until June 24.

Child vibrancy and elder wisdom at heart of Richmond Arts Centre’s dance production
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www.gatewaytheatre.com/tickets or by calling the Gateway Theatre Box Office at 604-270-1812.

Step into Steveston’s past as history comes to life with the return of Walking Tour Vignettes
Tours will be offered on Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in June and July. The walks are about 60 minutes long and will cover just over one kilometre in length..


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