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NEW WESTMINSTER YOUTH FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM

The New Westminster Youth Firefighter program invites motivated and passionate youth (grade 10 - 12) to apply for this fun learning experience. The program places students in a Fire Academy situation featuring classroom review, workplace experience, and live-fire combat!

The application deadline is Friday, May 26 at 9:00 pm. Applications are available inperson at the Youth Centre, 620 Eighth Street, or online at newwestyouth ca For more info contact Paolo Zenone at pzenone@newwestcity.ca or 604.515.3801.

CHANGES TO PROGRAM REGISTRATION DATES AND TIME

Starting this summer, registration start times are changing from 8:30 am to 10:00 am. In addition, day camps and seasonal programs will now have separate registration start dates. Upcoming dates to know:

• Summer Day Camps - May 11 @ 10:00 am for New Westminster residents, and May 12 for everyone.

• Summer Programs - June 8 @ 10:00 am for New Westminster residents, and June 9 for everyone

For information about why this change has been made please visit newwestcity.ca/rec.

RED DRESS CAMPAIGN IN MAY

Red Dress Day on May 5 honours the memory and lives of missing and murdered

Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people across Canada and the US Started in 2010 by Métis artist Jaime Black, the day has grown into a movement to educate and create awareness and calls to action for systemic change The City will be recognizing this important movement throughout the month of May with displays, learning opportunities, and a community event Find out more at: newwestcity.ca/reddress

WATERING RESTRICTIONS START MAY 1

Stage 1 watering restrictions are in effect May 1 to October 15, regardless of weather. These restrictions help prepare for potential water shortages during the warmer months The intent is for watering to take place in the early morning hours, when demand is low and evaporation is minimal. The policy affects both residential and non-residential areas. Watering outside the allowed times requires a permit Visit newwestcity.ca/lawnwatering for details on when you’re permitted to water your lawn and garden, and how to apply for a permit