recreation

The second survey seeks opinions on the size and location of the new future pool in Pitt Meadows, and wants to determine what tax increase people are willing to take on. (Brandon Tucker/The News)

City of Pitt Meadows asking locals to help choose future aquatics centre

Survey will remain open until June 23

 

Strathcona Gardens lifeguard Cianna Dunn keeps watch during a Campbell River Killer Whales practice. Photo by Marc Kitteringham/Campbell River Mirror

Out of the pool: Why some B.C. communities are struggling to staff lifeguards

Expense, access to training, shifting lifestyles forcing facilites to adapting to new realities

 

Stephane Labonne, general manager of parks, recreation, and culture, delivered a special video message to Maple Ridge residents, letting them know how the city plans to address the recent service disruptions. (Special to The News)

City of Maple Ridge vows to solve ongoing leisure centre issues

Staffing shortages and hygiene issues have caused numerous service disruptions lately

 

The public can use an online survey to offer feedback about the Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. (The News files)

Public gets a say in Maple Ridge’s final Parks, Rec, and Culture Master Plan

Final Community Check-In Survey offered online

The public can use an online survey to offer feedback about the Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. (The News files)
A new pickleball hub is proposed in the parks, recreation and culture master plan draft. (The News files)

Rinks, pool and pickleball among top priorities in Maple Ridge

New city council reviews draft parks, rec and culture master plan

A new pickleball hub is proposed in the parks, recreation and culture master plan draft. (The News files)
A blueberry picking machine makes its way across a field off the 216 Street dike in Maple Ridge. (The News files)

Tourism and recreation big part of economy for Maple Ridge

Pitt Meadows agri-tourism includes blueberry picking, corn mazes, and a destination wedding location

A blueberry picking machine makes its way across a field off the 216 Street dike in Maple Ridge. (The News files)
Lake Life. Lia Crowe photography

To the lake!

Okanagan Lake is the heart of summer life in the Okanagan Valley

  • Aug 26, 2022
Lake Life. Lia Crowe photography
Multiple yoga classes have been cancelled at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre. (Metro Creative Stock/The News)

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre cancels over a dozen drop-in classes in one week

An instructor shortage has led to 15 classes being cancelled in late August

Multiple yoga classes have been cancelled at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre. (Metro Creative Stock/The News)
Avid outdoorsman Ron Paley of Maple Ridge once again ventures out with friends – two and four-legged – to explore Alouette Mountain today. He and his friends Chris and Luna hiked several trails during a two-hour, seven-kilometre journey. (Special to The News)

SHARE: Exploring the backcountry trails

Send us your photo showing how you view Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows, and it could be featured soon

  • Jul 24, 2022
Avid outdoorsman Ron Paley of Maple Ridge once again ventures out with friends – two and four-legged – to explore Alouette Mountain today. He and his friends Chris and Luna hiked several trails during a two-hour, seven-kilometre journey. (Special to The News)
Avid Maple Ridge outdoorsman Ron Paley was cycling along the dikes in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows the other day when he capture a family out canoeing the local waterways. Paddling, without question, is one of his other favourite pastimes, and the stellar conditions that day made him a little jealous of the subjects in his picture. (Special to The News)

SHARE: Stunning summer weather ideal for biking or paddling

Send us your photo showing how you view Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows, and it could be featured soon

  • Jul 23, 2022
Avid Maple Ridge outdoorsman Ron Paley was cycling along the dikes in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows the other day when he capture a family out canoeing the local waterways. Paddling, without question, is one of his other favourite pastimes, and the stellar conditions that day made him a little jealous of the subjects in his picture. (Special to The News)
Maple Ridge Leisure Centre’s aquatic facilities was closed for a few weeks, after wire was found in the pool. It re-opened Monday. (The News files)

Maple Ridge’s indoor pools re-open

Lane and leisure pools, as well as the hot tub are once again available to the public

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre’s aquatic facilities was closed for a few weeks, after wire was found in the pool. It re-opened Monday. (The News files)
Maple Ridge Leisure Centre’s aquatic facilities will be closed for a few weeks, after wire was found in the pool. (The News files)

Maple Ridge pool will re-open July 18

A two-week drain and decotamination of the aquatic facilities is underway at the leisure centre

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre’s aquatic facilities will be closed for a few weeks, after wire was found in the pool. (The News files)
A group plays one of the first pickleball games in the new Albion Community Centre. (Neil Corbett/The News)

New Albion Community Centre opens to positive reviews

Maple Ridge’s newest city facility will have official opening event June 22

A group plays one of the first pickleball games in the new Albion Community Centre. (Neil Corbett/The News)
Looking west from Bridal Falls over Chilliwack. (Sam Waddington file photo)

Fraser Valley leaders back gondola proposal, oppose ski resort idea near Chilliwack

‘We urge you to approve the Cascade Skyline Gondola Project,’ Chilliwack mayor wrote to B.C. reps

Looking west from Bridal Falls over Chilliwack. (Sam Waddington file photo)
Photo credit: Kamloops Immigrant Services

Get Moving with Your Community this June

Download the ParticipACTION app, track your activity + help your community compete to win $100K!

  • May 30, 2022
Photo credit: Kamloops Immigrant Services
Funds raised through Sweatin’ for Science support education programs and opportunities in 13 regions across BC and Yukon to nurture, inspire and elevate youth.

BC Tech Leaders Raise Funds and Awareness for STEM Education

BC’s tech leaders are Sweatin’ for Science this month to raise funds…

  • May 23, 2022
Funds raised through Sweatin’ for Science support education programs and opportunities in 13 regions across BC and Yukon to nurture, inspire and elevate youth.
Spray Parks in Maple Ridge have opened for the long weekend. (The News files)

Spray parks and water features have opened in Maple Ridge

Just in time for the Victoria Day weekend, with sun in forecast

Spray Parks in Maple Ridge have opened for the long weekend. (The News files)
There is free admission to Maple Ridge Leisure Centre today. (The News files)

Free drop-in at Maple Ridge Leisure Centre on May 10

Move for Health Day promotes wellbeing through exercise

There is free admission to Maple Ridge Leisure Centre today. (The News files)
Pigeons looking for a meal in Memorial Peace Park. (Neil Corbett/The News) Pigeons looking for a meal in Memorial Peace Park. (Neil Corbett/The News)

Maple Ridge city hall begins new parks and rec planning process

Public feedback sought for new Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan

Pigeons looking for a meal in Memorial Peace Park. (Neil Corbett/The News) Pigeons looking for a meal in Memorial Peace Park. (Neil Corbett/The News)
The video shows many moments from the past 20 years. (Special to The News)

Video celebration of Maple Ridge’s youth centre

The Greg Moore Youth Centre has marked 20 years this month

The video shows many moments from the past 20 years. (Special to The News)