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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day is Wed, Sep 30. Let's learn about the lasting impacts of residential schools and reflect on how each of us can contribute to truth and reconciliation. We invite everyone to wear orange and check out our programs: richmond.ca/NDTR
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🚲Go by Bike Week is from Sept. 19–25! Join us at the Richmond Celebration Station on Thurs, Sept. 24, 4:00–6:00pm, at the south end of the Canada Line Bikeway Bridge at River Drive and Van Horne Way. Log your trips, kilometres, and greenhouse gas savings to win prizes! 🎉 🔗richmond.ca/CyclingEvents.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🎉 Culture Days is back! From Fri, Sep 18 – Sun, Oct 4, dive into free and pay-what-you-may arts experiences happening right in your community! Think hands-on workshops, behind-the-scenes studio tours, live demos, and creative activities for all ages!🎨🎭🎶 More information: richmond.ca/CultureDays
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
🚧YVR will be implementing overnight closures on Dinsmore Bridge beginning Monday, September 14, Sunday through Saturday from 10:00PM to 6:00AM. Closures may occur up to six nights per week. Traffic will be detoured via the No. 2 Rd. Bridge. 🔗https://news.yvr.ca/dinsmore-bridge-overnight-closures.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
🚧BC Hydro to conduct 24-hour construction work Sept 11, 7:00PM through Sept 13, 7:00PM at the intersection of Westminster Highway & No. 2 Road. • No left turns permitted eastbound, westbound, or northbound • Suggested detour: Dinsmore Bridge via Gilbert Road 📞1-866-647-3334 ✉️projects@bchydro.com
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🚧Traffic Advisory: Translink will be closing the northbound slow lane on Knight Street Bridge on Thursday, September 10 from 10:00PM to 5:00AM. One northbound lane will remain open. 📞Translink's Customer Information Centre: 604-953-3333 🔗translink.ca/Bridges
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
♻️Give your items a second life at the Richmond Reuse & Repair Café. At Richmond City Hall on Sept. 12, 10AM-2PM, bring your small, clean, gently used items to swap & donate! Have something that needs fixing? Skilled repair experts will be available by appointment to help. 🔗: richmond.ca/Rethink.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
📣Review the draft Economic Development Strategy & share your thoughts on how Richmond builds an inclusive & sustainable local economy that supports community well-being while balancing growth & environmental responsibility. 🔗LetsTalkRichmond.ca/EconomicDevelopmentStrategy 📅Deadline: October 25, 2026
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🚧Construction of the Steveston Community Park playground enhancements will begin the week of September 8, 2026 & is expected to take approximately 3-4 weeks. ✅The majority of the playground will remain open. ⚠️The shipwreck structure, wobble boards, & belt swing set will be temporarily fenced off.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
🏢Residents can apply to volunteer on City Advisory Committees, Boards and Commissions. Opportunities are available in areas including arts & culture, environmental sustainability, community wellbeing, economic development & accessibility. 📆Apply by Friday, September 25, 2026 🔗 Richmond.ca/advisory
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
🎨📸Community members are invited to submit original designs inspired by the people, places, activities and experiences that make Richmond unique for the 2026/2027 Street Banner Contest! Visit LetsTalkRichmond.ca/StreetBanners2027 to learn more & submit an entry with your LTR account by Sun, Sep 27.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
In mid-to-late September, the George Massey Tunnel bike shuttle pick-up/drop-off stop at Rice Mill Road will move to the Steveston Highway southbound on-ramp to Highway 99. The exact day of change will be announced closer to the date. All other shuttle aspects are unchanged. 🔗https://bit.ly/4zCer2j
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
🎨Do you have a highly visible building that could be transformed with a mural? Our Community Mural Program is looking for wall spaces to bring more creativity &vibrancy to our community.🌻 Selected murals are fully funded and managed by the City of Richmond. 🗓️Due September 28 🔗https://bit.ly/4iioMKr
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
🚗 Reminder: 30 km/h speed limits are now in effect in Richmond residential neighbourhoods. New 30 km/h speed limits have been established on local residential roads. If you see a posted 30 km/h speed limit sign, the new speed limit is in effect and enforceable. 🔗 richmond.ca/SafeSpeed
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🚔The Richmond RCMP is looking for applicants for their Auxiliary Program! As a highly trained and dedicated volunteer, you'll play a vital role in enhancing community safety right here in Richmond. 📅Recruiting Information Session on Thurs, September 17 📍Richmond City Hall 👉https://qrs.ly/8sghhgx
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
✨Add a little art to your commute! Aberdeen & Lansdowne Stations now feature large-scale, backlit displays by artists Kai Liu, Keely O’Brien, & Isanna Wong. 🔗richmond.ca/PublicArtPrograms Photos: Stone, Water, Breeze (2026) – Kai Liu Rabbit Sleep (2026) – Keely O’Brien The March (2026) – Isanna Wong
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
🏒Watch Canada’s National Teams face off against the USA in 3 exciting days of hockey, featuring pre-game festivities & giveaways. A portion of every ticket sold supports the Richmond Ravens! 📅August 12, 13, & 15 📍Richmond Olympic Oval 🎟️$11.55+ Get your tickets! bit.ly/3RzpXKQ
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🚗We are rolling out 30 km/h speed limits on local residential roads to support safer neighbourhood streets. This covers nearly 50 neighbourhoods and about 500 kms of roadway. Once the 30 km/h signs are installed, the new speed limit is in effect and enforceable. Info: richmond.ca/SafeSpeed.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Join us for Climate-Friendly Homes Summer Event Series featuring sustainable solutions that improve everyday living while reducing environmental impacts. Check out the full list of workshops here: www.eventbrite.ca/o/city-of-richmon…
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Join us for Climate-Friendly Homes Summer Event Series featuring sustainable solutions that improve everyday living while reducing environmental impacts. Check out the full list of workshops here:
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🌈 From Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 2, we’re coming together to celebrate our 2SLGBTQI+ community with this year’s theme: “Pride in Momentum.” Starting with the Kick-off event on Sun, Jul 26, enjoy a full week of vibrant events, art, music, and connection! Full line-up of events: Richmond.ca/PrideWeek
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
⚠️ The South Arm Outdoor Pool will reopen tomorrow, July 23. Lessons and public swimming will resume as per the usual schedule. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
The City of Richmond now has an official WhatsApp channel for fast, reliable updates: emergency alerts, weather advisories, service interruptions, and more. 👉 Learn more and follow now from your mobile devices: www.richmond.ca/city-hall/news/2026…
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
⚽🔥UNREAL energy at Richmond Celebrates Soccer's Final Event! Yesterday at Aberdeen Neighbourhood Park, Richmond came out to celebrate the beautiful game and we watched history get made! 🏆 Thank you for celebrating soccer with us. ⚽💙 #RichmondBC #FIFA #FIFAWorldCup2026
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
🚧Traffic Advisory: Sidaway Road Closure at Sidaway Rd and Westminster Hwy (July 20-24, 2026) 🕖Work hours: 7:00am-3:30pm daily 🚗Sidaway Rd will be closed during work hours and reopened daily after construction, use No. 5 Rd or No. 6 Rd as a detour. Local access will be maintained.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Hey Richmond, fall registration opens soon! Mark these dates and times to register in your favourite programs. Tue, Jul 21 Online: 8pm (aquatics only) Online: 9pm (all programs) Wed, Jul 22 In-person: when facilities open Phone: Registration Call Centre 8:30am (604-276-4300) richmond.ca/register.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
🌟Enjoy movie night at South Arm Outdoor Pool! Have a fun night with family and friends in or out of the water. 📅 Thur, July 23 🕣 8:30 – 11:15 p.m. 🏊 South Arm Outdoor Pool 🎟️ Admission: $2 drop-in or pre-register 🔗 richmond.ca/register, ID: 00547294 Phone: 604-276-4300, Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM-5:00PM
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
⚽🎉Join us at Richmond Celebrates Soccer, our signature final event, packed with live entertainment, family-friendly activities, soccer fun, and a public viewing of the final match for first place! 📅Sun, July 19 🕚11AM-6PM 📍Aberdeen Neighbourhood Park ⚽Match Viewing: 12PM 🔗RichmondCelebratesSoccer.ca
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Sometimes people don’t have enough food to get through the week /month. We want to better understand how often this happens, what people do when they need food & whether they use supports such as food banks in Richmond. Take part in the survey by Sun, Aug 16. Letstalkrichmond.ca/FoodAccess2026
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
⚠️⚠️Pool Closure: South Arm Outdoor Pool will be closed for immediate maintenance repairs beginning Friday, July 17 at 12:00 pm and is expected to reopen on Thursday, July 23 for lessons and public swimming. Please visit the City’s other aquatic facilities during this temporary closure.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Metro Vancouver is moving from Stage 3 to Stage 2 water restrictions on Wednesday, July 16, following completion of critical infrastructure work on the Stanley Park Water Supply Tunnel Project. Full details at richmond.ca/LawnWatering
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🌎Inviting homeowners with climate-friendly homes or gardens to take part in the 2nd annual Climate-Friendly Homes & Gardens Tour! This year’s tour will take place on Sat, Aug 22 and Sun, Aug 30. Interested in participating? Register your home by Fri, Jul 31. bit.ly/ClimateFriendlyTour2026
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
💻 A virtual waiting room will be introduced to our registration system to help manage high traffic and support smooth registration. Not all registrations will require waiting. Smaller programs and low-traffic times will continue without a queue. For more information, visit richmond.ca/Register
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
♻️Recycle right, Richmond! Take a moment to sort recyclables correctly. Remember: ✅Put glass bottles and jars in the grey glass recycling bin ✅Place recyclables loose in the blue box ✅Use the Recycling Wizard in the free Richmond Recycling app. Visit richmond.ca/RecycleSearch 🔗https://bit.ly/4pnmY4C.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
🚧We will be upgrading the No. 4 Rd / Westminster Highway intersection to improve traffic flow and make things safer for pedestrians and cyclists. When: Monday, July 13 – December Please expect potential traffic impacts during this period and plan accordingly.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
⚠️Power Outage ⚠️ Cambie Community Centre is currently experiencing a power outage. Drop-in programs are not running and the fitness centre is closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update this notice as soon as more information is available.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
⚽🎉There's plenty of soccer fun to be had this July. Whether you're a fan, player, or looking for a great event, join us for these upcoming activities. Our signature final event begins July 19: a huge celebration to close out an incredible summer of soccer in Richmond! 🔗RichmondCelebratesSoccer.ca
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
⚠️A power outage is currently affecting traffic signals in the area of No. 5 Road, Steveston Highway, Bridgeport Road, and the Cambie Road corridor. Please drive with caution. We'll share updates as more information becomes available. Please view the outage map here: bit.ly/4y86Sje
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
⚠️Power Outage ⚠️ Cambie Community Centre and the Hall are currently experiencing a power outage. Drop-in programs are not running and the fitness centre is closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update this notice as soon as more information is available.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
⚠️⚠️Pool Closure: South Arm Outdoor Pool is closed for the rest of the day due to bad weather. The pool will reopen as scheduled tomorrow.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
🌾🍓 Get ready to taste your way through Richmond with the Local Food Map! Your go-to guide for farm stands, bustling farmers markets, fresh seafood, and quality wineries all in one place. Support local, eat fresh, and plan your next flavour-filled outing today! 🔗 richmond.ca/FoodMap
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Some things never get old — The Canada Day Parade at the Steveston Salmon Festival is one of them. This photo's from 2013, but the spirit's exactly the same. Come celebrate with us at today's Salmon Fest! Photo credit: Bob Plowman
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
🏡Please be reminded that property taxes are due Thursday, July 2, 2026. Those who have not received their notice can: • Call the City Tax Department at 604-276-4145 • Visit City Hall with photo ID to request a copy • Access their account at richmond.ca/MyRichmond Learn more: richmond.ca/tax
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
We are saddened by the loss of former City Councillor and federal cabinet minister, Tom Siddon. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives were touched by his presence. The City will lower the flags at City Hall in his honour.
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
We are committed to making info about how public funds are managed accessible. We're honoured to receive top marks from the C.D. Howe Institute for the 4th year running & two prestigious GFOA awards for financial reporting excellence for the 23rd & 16th consecutive years. bit.ly/4wavExm
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
It's Pollinator Week (June 22-28) and we're relaunching the Nectar Trail! Join in by: 🐝Pollinator-friendly garden space (1 m²) 🌷Planting spring and autumn flowers 🌺Marking your garden on the map 🔗Register your garden: LetsTalkRichmond.ca/NectarTrail
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Today (June 21) marks the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize & celebrate the cultures, achievements & contributions of First Nations, Inuit & Métis. Take part in local workshops & events that encourage learning, reflection & connection. 🔗 richmond.ca/NIHM
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
🏃‍♀️Let’s get Richmond moving! 🙌 We’re ready to bring the energy again for the 2026 ParticipACTION Community Challenge. June features free & low-cost activities alongside our regular programs for everyone from beginners to fitness enthusiasts! Check it out and join in: richmond.ca/ParticipACTION
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
We cheered on Canada as we took a massive 6-0 win! Where were you during this incredible game?🍁 This June, amazing community events, soccer themed activities, and public match viewings are happening all throughout Richmond. Find the next event near you at RichmondCelebratesSoccer.ca!⚽
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City of Richmond BC @cityofrichmondbc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
🏃‍♀️🚲 Recreation happens everywhere in Richmond! Explore parks & trails, join outdoor programs, enjoy public art, play sports, or visit the Richmond Nature Park for amazing programs. From family fun to fitness & outdoor adventure, get active this June & in ParticipACTION! 🌞 🔗richmond.ca/RecParksMonth
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