COVID-19: Restoring Richmond
Find out which City Services & Facilities are open.

Latest updates

menu
  • Font Size:
  • A
  • A
  • A
News & Events

News Headlines

News
Local hummingbird

Keep safe and stay dry.

Extreme Weather Update
Environment Canada Special Weather Statement calling for more rain and wind. Stay safe with these stormy weather tips.

Extreme Storm Event - City crews out in full force
City of Richmond crews are out in full force responding to the high volume of water following heavy rainfall.

City limits 2022 utility rate changes
This reinforced efforts made by the City – and Council’s commitment – to keep utility rates as low as possible despite external cost pressures.

Minoru Centre for Active Living receives International Olympic Committee architecture award
The annual Distinction for Accessibility Award aims to increase the accessibility of all sports and leisure facilities and architectural structures worldwide.

The City implements staff vaccination mandate
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all City staff and Councillors by Dec 20, 2021.

Richmond adopts Bylaw 10000 to ban single-use plastic
Ban in effect starting Mar 27, 2022. 

Proof of vaccine requirements for City of Richmond
Effective Mon, Sep 13, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for participation in a variety of City activities and programs.

TransLink and City of Richmond break ground on new Canada Line Station
The future Capstan Station will provide efficient and environmentally sustainable rapid transit to a rapidly developing Richmond community.
Events

Due to public health guidelines regarding physical distancing, all in-person City events are cancelled until further notice. To see a list of virtual events being offered, visit the City's event calendar.
Information

Winter on the Waterfront tours at Britannia Shipyards 
Tours combine local history and traditional music for an atmospheric journey into the past.

Richmond Culture Days draws national praise
Richmond has once again been named among Canada’s Top 10 cities for its annual Culture Days festivities of free, creative activities.

2021 Writer-in-Residence program closes with public presentation on December 1
This in-person, free program takes place from 6 to 7:30pm.

Glass and foam recycling collection temporarily suspended effective November 22
Recycle BC halts collection due to flood impacts.

Calling all Snow Angels to volunteer to help neighbours this winter
Snow Angels help clear snow and ice from around the homes of residents who are elderly, ill or have mobility concerns. 

Richmond launches Community Ideas Hub to reduce waste Waste
The new Ideas Hub and recently approved single-use plastic ban are designed to help reduce waste as part of supporting sustainable waste management and a circular economy.

 

Subscribe to be notified about updates to this page
Receive regular email updates with links to the latest news releases and information notices, you can also subscribe to many popular sections of the City of Richmond Website and get regular updates sent to the mailbox of your choice. You can change your subscriptions or unsubscribe at any time. Click the "Subscribe Via Email" link on the right side of this page.

Print Back to top