- June 20, 2022
Burnaby’s first reconciliation crosswalk: City supports student-led efforts
The City of Burnaby has partnered with the Burnaby School District to support the efforts of a Grade 6/7 class at Westridge Elementary, who came up with the idea to put reconciliation into action through the installation of a new crosswalk near their school, designed by a local Indigenous artist. - June 17, 2022
City of Burnaby launches process to renew Official Community Plan
The City has embarked on “Burnaby 2050”, a multiple phase project to renew Burnaby’s Official Community Plan (OCP). Burnaby’s current OCP was adopted in 1998, and the community has experienced considerable growth and change in the nearly 25 years since. The new OCP will cover the next 25 years, establishing a long-term vision and planning framework for the city through to 2050. - June 10, 2022
Burnaby to kick off Canada Day long weekend with a new ‘StreetFest on Central’ event
There will be dancing in the streets on Canada Day as the City of Burnaby is hosting a new evening event this year, StreetFest on Central—complete with food trucks, family friendly activities, live performances and a fireworks display. - June 9, 2022
City and BC Housing to host information sessions on Kingsway and Edmonds Conceptual Master Plan
The City of Burnaby and BC Housing are working together on a Conceptual Master Plan for the publicly owned land at the southwest corner of Kingsway and Edmonds, and are inviting residents to learn more at two virtual information sessions later this month. - June 1, 2022
Latest edition of City Connect provides highlights of new recreation facilities
Residents and business owners are encouraged to watch their mailbox this month for the latest edition of City Connect, a newsletter delivered to more than 100,000 Burnaby homes and businesses. - May 31, 2022
City’s investment strategy receives Certificate of Excellence from international organization
An international organization representing finance officials has awarded the City of Burnaby its Certificate of Excellence, recognizing the City’s continued commitment to professionalism and best practices when it comes to managing public funds. - May 26, 2022
City launches new Chinese Canadian History Resource Guide and companion school program
The City of Burnaby is excited to announce the launch of the Chinese Canadian History Resource Guide to showcase and honour the contributions of Chinese Canadians towards the development of Burnaby. - May 24, 2022
Lakefield Drive active transportation improvements to include new public spaces and amenities
The City of Burnaby is building new pedestrian and cycling facilities along Lakefield Drive and 4th Street and is asking for input on some planned new public spaces and amenities.