Skytrain Stations:
Braid Station
Sapperton Station
Columbia Station
New Westminster Station
22nd Street Station
Centrally and conveniently located on the SkyTrain line in Metro Vancouver, New Westminster is a great place to call home.
New Westminster may be BC's oldest city, but it has gone through a transformation in the last few decades. Historic architecture and modern designs come together to create a vibrant community.
Lots of walkable neighbourhoods are woven together throughout the city from the downtown waterfront area to the residential areas of Sapperton and over the bridge to Queenborough.
There's plenty to do in the Royal City, with parks, the River Market and shopping. Hit Front Street to pick up some antiques (and while you're there, spot many local popular filming destinations). Or catch sight of many brides-to-be checking out the bridal salons along Columbia Street.
The waterfront is a vibrant and eclectic area that has been steadily growing for decades. The new seasonal Q-to-Q ferry connects the Quay with Port Royal in Queenborough. The revitalized riverfront market and pier park attract tons of locals and visitors. The boardwalk is a year-round hot spot for pedestrians and cyclists alike.
Also check out the local urban breweries and wineries, popular spots for locals and visitors.
Douglas College attracts students and renters to New Westminster.
Homes in New West range from large, heritage homes to modest smaller houses and both high and low rise condos.
Enjoy lunch or gelato at the market and then wander down the boardwalk to the new Pier Park, complete with playgrounds and beach volleyball.
A favourite local spot for families, Queen's Park has plenty of room to picnic, rose, garden, lots of playground space, a new spray park AND a seasonal petting zoo!
The Anvil Centre is a boutique conference centre that hosts all types of events, classes and shows. Its gorgeous contemporary architecture make it a standout on historic Columbia St.
Hop on the Q-to-Q or over the Queensborough Bridge to visit Port Royal. Walk the trails, visit the playground and take in the Fraser River views.
Braid Station
Sapperton Station
Columbia Station
New Westminster Station
22nd Street Station
New Westminster is a small area but there are lots of recreation opportunities within its borders. Whether you're looking to get outdoors or play indoors, there are facilities to provide lots of activities for all ages:
Even a Circus School!
For a full list of recreation facilities with program and activity information, see the City of New Westminster's Recreation webpage.
New Westminster has public and private schools, French Immersion programs, and Home & Online Learner programs. There are also three Youth Alternate programs and a specialised school for Autistic Learners.
School District: No. 40
To see all Public Elementary Schools in New Westminster, see the New Westminster School Board list of Elementary Schools.
To see the Private and Independent schools in New Westminster, see the FISA BC site's list of schools, filtered by area.
To see all the Middle Schools in New Westminster, see the New Westminster School Board list of Middle Schools.
New Westminster is home to one public and one private secondary school, as well as an alternate program.
Get information about New Westminster Secondary School (public)
Get information about Urban Academy Senior (private)
Get information about Purpose Independent Secondary School (alternate school)