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Happy Halloween! Stay safe.

Happy Halloween! Stay safe.

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.

A Time for Reflection
Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to commemorate, educate and reflect on the history and impacts of residential schools.

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.

Richmond awarded funding to support Homelessness Action Plan
This one-time funding is distributed  to address the impact of homelessness and keep communities safe and healthy as they recover from the pandemic.

Richmond residents invited to volunteer for over 75 Advisory Committee positions
Over 75 positions are now open for terms beginning in Jan 2022.

Richmond invites public feedback on City website 
A short online survey is available for the City's website users to share which features and improvements are a priority. 

Richmond participates in Provincial E-scooter pilot project 
The e-scooter pilot project supports a new low carbon mobility option.

City receives $175,000 grant for Garden City Lands study
The grant will support the City's ongoing soil remediation studies on the Garden City Lands.

     
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.
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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. 

Richmond’s Sustainability Report highlights progress
Award-winning District Energy, state-of-the-art recycled road paving and leadership in electric vehicle implementation are just some of the ways Richmond is continuing to be one of Canada’s most sustainable communities.

Richmond’s aviation history takes flight in new self-guided walking tour
This latest downloadable tour complements the previously released neighbourhood walking tours that were launched in Fall 2020.

Richmond to provide free menstrual products in civic facilities
The City of Richmond has installed dispensers with free menstrual products in women’s and universal washrooms in many City facilities to promote gender equity and reduce barriers to recreation and social activities.

New museum exhibit explores Richmond’s changes over time
The exhibition is open to the public at the Richmond Cultural Centre. 

 

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