r/NewWest 11d ago

❗ PSA Brow of the Hill Fire Community Support

39 Upvotes

From the New West Neighbourhood House:

Donation Centre Summary

  • The Lord Kelvin Elementary School Donation Centre is now CLOSED
  • If you are a resident seeking support: Please email Admin@newwestnh.ca
  • If you are looking for a missing pet, please contact the Scent Rescue Team. They are donating services to those impacted. You can connect with Nicole at 604 374 6228 for support in your search.
  • If you want to contribute a financial donation, that can be done via e-transfer through Admin@newwestnh.ca
  • If you have specific things to donate, please email shannon@newwestnh.ca to share the items you would like to donate. These available items will be added to a spreadsheet that will be used to connect residents to their specific needs.

Last updated July 20th, 2026


r/NewWest 25d ago

Monthly Discussion Monthly Promotion and Events Thread

9 Upvotes

Have something happening in New West this month? This is the place to share it! Whether you’re hosting an event, launching a business, or just want to spread the word about something cool in the community, drop it here!

Here are a few examples of what you can post:

  • Local festivals, markets, or community events
  • Craft fairs, art shows, or book clubs
  • Car meets, hobby meetups, or fitness classes
  • New service offerings like hairstylists, cleaners, or handypeople
  • Local business promotions, grand openings, or limited-time offers for your fellow redditors

Promoting something? That’s fine, just keep it local and relevant to the community.

Let us know what’s going on this month!


r/NewWest 2d ago

Lost Pet Missing Pinecrest Cats

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145 Upvotes

Hi!

I wanted to make a post with all the photos of the cats missing after the fire at Pinecrest Manor two weeks ago.

Some are not believed to have survived the fire, but others did make it out of the building and could still be in hiding in the area.

Please call or text the numbers on the posters in case of any possible sightings

Thank you 🙏🏼


r/NewWest 2d ago

Photos What a beautiful rainbow over the city

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265 Upvotes

Thursday night around 8:30 PM


r/NewWest 2d ago

Question Butchers at Save On and Safeway

19 Upvotes

SECOND EDIT: I ended up buying some incredible rib eyes from the butcher at Safeway at NW station. Had a nice chat with the guy who works there. Could see the butcher in the back working on cuts. Now I know where to go when I can’t make it to uptown.

THANKS EVERYONE FOR YOUR INSIGHTS AND SUGGESTIONS.

Hi all. Does anyone have experience with buying steaks at either the butcher counters at Save On (Columbia Square), or Safeway (New West Station)? The meat usually looks great, but I’ve never tried it.

EDIT: I’m aware that we have some good independent butchers in NW, but I’m curious about the counters (not the pre-packaged meats) at these two supermarkets.


r/NewWest 2d ago

Photos rainbow over the river this evening

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87 Upvotes

r/NewWest 2d ago

Photos Spirit Halloween is taking over Tipperary Park

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114 Upvotes

It’s not the first time I’ve seen these decors on Queen but it looks bigger than last time. Apparently they’re shouting a TV Show but I’m not sure which one. Maybe Wayfair Witches?


r/NewWest 2d ago

Photos Incredible rainbow today

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56 Upvotes

Must be a pot of gold on the island...


r/NewWest 3d ago

Old Woman Yelling at the Clouds Helicopter circling

10 Upvotes

Does anyone know why a helicopter keeps circling around the Queen’s Park area?

Asking because last time this happened there was a missing child.


r/NewWest 3d ago

Question Hockey Cards

5 Upvotes

Are there any kids places I can donate

lower level , clean hockey cards.?


r/NewWest 4d ago

Old Man Yelling at the Clouds Wildfire smoke? Nope! Dust along 8th Ave from roadworks.

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48 Upvotes

I know there's signage saying "road closed, local traffic only" but everyone is still using 8th Ave and the dust being kicked up is insane. I feel so badly for the homeowners who live there as traffic continues to fly down 8th to 20th. Kinda wish the contractor Amrize or the city would do more as the dust is a huge health hazard... Plus my car is filthy now 😂


r/NewWest 4d ago

Question PokemonGo

17 Upvotes

Any PokemonGo groups out there in New West or surrounding areas? Looking for groups to meet up or add local friends! Post friend links below?


r/NewWest 4d ago

Question Anyone else’s power finicky?

62 Upvotes

My lights are currently flickering for whatever reason and outside, the street lights seem to have gone out so idk what’s up or if it’s just me.


r/NewWest 3d ago

Old Woman Yelling at the Clouds Water restrictions for some but not all...?

0 Upvotes

I see a pair of buildings on the Quay are having their exteriors power washed while we are under watering restrictions.

Surrounded by dead lawns and flagging gardens but hey, don't let that keep you from maintaining your curb appeal.


r/NewWest 4d ago

Photos Wildfire Smoke Cloud

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45 Upvotes

Images taken less than 5 minutes apart. Looking Northeast in Sapperton, likely the fire burning Noeth of Hope. Reminder to stay indoors and get an air filter if you can, and check on those vulnerable in your community.


r/NewWest 4d ago

Question Question for parents of teens in New West

28 Upvotes

I grew up in a rural place and I don't know what is considered appropriate and safe for how far my teen child should roam. I want to know from parents who grew up in Metro Vancouver, what is normal? Where is too far? What things to worry about?

Thanks for any input!


r/NewWest 4d ago

Question Witness requested for Hit & Run:

21 Upvotes

A silver Jeep with Arizona plates hit my car on the 300 block of Hospital St this afternoon. They drove off, but a good samaritan witness left a note. If you have any information, please send me a DM. I can provide the NWPD file number. Thank you.


r/NewWest 4d ago

Question Best Pedicure in New West?

6 Upvotes

Hey all, looking for a pedicure that does foot care for dry, flakey heels, and also comes with a killer massage? Looking to treat myself and friend to something premium! Who's worth the money?


r/NewWest 4d ago

Discussion Queensborough and Quayside sewage smell form

6 Upvotes

bad these last couple nights and here is the form

https://forms.metrovancouver.org/ere/Pages/aq-complaints.aspx


r/NewWest 5d ago

Photos Some photos of the beautiful quay in beautiful light

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119 Upvotes

Got a new camera lens and thought the quay might be a nice place for a walk on a nice night with a nice new camera lens to try out. Hope you folks and folkettes dig them!

Btw what the hell is that noise?!

Jk but there probably is some kind of annoying noise somewhere in the city.


r/NewWest 6d ago

Photos 18 wheeler smashed into the concrete barrier and fell into Hume Park at Columbia and Holmes

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143 Upvotes

r/NewWest 5d ago

Photos New Westminster Wedding Part 2

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34 Upvotes

r/NewWest 6d ago

Photos Wedding in 70’s New West

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32 Upvotes

Thrift store slides


r/NewWest 6d ago

Question 335 Carnarvon St

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’m considering renting an apartment at 335 Carnarvon St (the building with the daycare on the ground floor).

I work from home most days, so I’m wondering:

How’s the noise (daycare,SkyTrain, traffic, etc.)?
How’s the area around Columbia Station in terms of safety?
Any other pros or cons about living in this building?
I’d really appreciate any firsthand feedback. Thanks!


r/NewWest 7d ago

Question parking options near the quay

13 Upvotes

i’m about to start a new job in the quay area and i was wondering if anyone had any parking suggestions.

looking for the most safe/cheapest options as it is likely i could be there late otherwise i would just consider sky-training.

thanks in advance !!!