Youth Services Coordinator: Silisha Ali
sali@newwestcity.ca
@newwestyouth
Youth Services Coordinator: Paolo Zenone
pzenone@newwestcity.ca
Celebrating Youth Culture & Contribution
Youth Week Events New Westminster
May 1 - 7, 2025
Youth Week is an annual event held throughout BC during the first week of May to celebrate the remarkable contributions of young people to our communities.
At the City of New Westminster, we're proud to be part of this province-wide celebration, recognizing the positive impact that our youth make all year round.
The week is packed with fun and engaging events for youth all week long. Have a look below - we hope to see you there!
Have questions?
Contact Youth Services Coordinator Paolo Zenone:
604.515.3801
New West Youth Centre Events (Age 13 - 18)
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May 1
New West Youth Awards
Our annual celebration of outstanding youth aged 13-18 in our community. There are five youth categories and a special recognition for an Adult Ally or organization that has gone above and beyond to support youth.
Invite-only Event
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May 5
Red Dress Day
A powerful event honoring the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women across BC. Held on Red Dress Day, this gathering fosters remembrance, reflection, and reconciliation.
📍 New West Youth Centre, 3:15 - 7:00 pm
🎫 $1.00 or Free with NWY Membership
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May 2
Basketball Showdown
A friendly yet competitive match-up with youth versus New West Police and New West Firefighters! It's more than just a game; it's a celebration of teamwork, camaraderie, and community spirit.
📍 tәmәseẃtxw Aquatic & Community Centre, 4:00 - 8:00 pm
🎫 $1.00 or Free with NWY Membership
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May 6
Cultural Collab
Share and learn about each other’s cultures and backgrounds! Expect food from different cuisines to try. If sharing is not your thing, just come to listen and enjoy. Come early as it's a popular event.
📍 New West Youth Centre, 3:15 - 8:00 pm
🎫 $1.00 or Free with NWY Membership
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May 4
Bingo & Brunch
An afternoon of pancakes, bingo, and shared experiences between generations. Prizes to be won! Whether you fresh to the dotting scene or a bingo pro, this event guarantees a memorable time.
📍 Century House, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
🎫 $1.00 or Free with NWY Membership
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May 7
It's a Wrap Party
Celebrate an incredible week with an exciting night of food, music, games, and activities. Win awesome prizes, hang out with friends, and enjoy the ultimate youth celebration.
📍 New West Youth Centre, 3:15 - 9:00 pm
🎫 $1.00 or Free with NWY Membership
May 3
Explore generative art through creative coding! Experiment with live coding, collaborate on digital art, and join a final coding jam, merging visuals, music, and sound into one massive interactive project.
📍 Anvil Centre, 1:00 - 4:00 pm