2021 Citizens Report

YEAR IN REVIEW

MAY

The Albion Community Centre construction was followed closely by the neighbourhood.

JUNE

This photograph from the Maple Ridge News was taken at an event on June 7 to show support for the Katzie First Nation as they took part in a mourning/ remembrance ceremony in honour of the 215 children found buried at the former site of the Kamloops residential school. Approximately 100 people attended the vigil and Chief Grace shared words and memories of the residential school system and its impacts on First Nations across Canada.

The ‘Dog Friendly Maple Ridge’ program rolled out as health orders loosened and the weather transitioned from spring to summer.

JULY

Our festivals staff delivered a ‘Drive Through’ Canada Day event that took you on a ‘coast-to-coast adventure with live performances throughout the route. The event culminated in a drive through food truck festival with some yummy treats for every appetite.

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