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Call to Action Re: an 18-month Temporary Use Permit for the Purpose Society to continue operating the safe consumption site at 40 Begbie Street. ![]()
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Since January, the Coalition's Board and Community Engagement Working Group has been laying the groundwork for a new Advocacy Network—a way to equip our community to speak up for essential services, supports, and housing in New Westminster.![]()
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As part of this work, we’ll be sharing resources and issuing Calls to Action when issues arise and key decisions are being made.![]()
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Here is our first Call to Action:![]()
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Council will soon vote (June 23rd Council meeting) on an 18-month Temporary Use Permit for the Purpose Society to continue operating the safe consumption site at 40 Begbie Street. You can read our submission to Council at: nwhomeless.ca/?page_id=2309![]()
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We need strong community support to keep this life-saving service in place. ![]()
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You can view a simple letter template that you/your organization can add to, so your voice is heard at: drive.google.com/file/d/1XhLdVmzZ4ok-sMmtTVbTIeLKIONwlbmo/view?usp=drive_link![]()
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Letters should be sent to: clerks@newwestcity.ca to be added to the public record, and should also be sent to mayorandcouncillors@newwestcity.ca to ensure that the mayor and councillors also receive them. ![]()
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Please put: Support for the TUP for Purpose Society in the subject line.![]()
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If you are interested in joining the Advocacy network, or keeping abreast of our work, please send us an e-mail at: advocacynewwest@gmail.com.
Will You Be My Neighbour? – A Community Open Mic on Belonging![]()
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A grassroots evening of storytelling, poetry, and connection in Downtown New West![]()
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What does belonging feel like? Who makes you feel seen, safe, or part of something? Where do you feel at home?![]()
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Join us for a cozy open mic night inviting community members to explore and share their own experiences of belonging—however they define it. Whether through spoken word, personal story, poetry, or song, all are welcome to speak, listen, and be part of an inclusive, caring space.![]()
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This event is part of the Communities Building Belonging Will You Be My Neighbour initiative, a national project supported by the Tamarack Institute and hosted locally by the New Westminster Homelessness Coalition Society. Our New West working group brings together community advocates, neighbours, and organizations who believe everyone has a right to feel included, valued, and connected in the place they live.![]()
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Our goal is simple but powerful: to create intentional opportunities that strengthen connection and foster belonging across differences. This open mic is one of many grassroots actions we’re taking to spark conversation and build community—one story, one moment, one neighbour at a time.![]()
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📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24![]()
🕕 Time: 7:00-8:30 pm![]()
📍 Location: Moodswing Coffee + Bar - 655 Front St., New Westminster![]()
🎤 Admission: Free![]()
☕ Cafe items available for purchase![]()
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Whether you share or simply listen, you’re part of the conversation. Everyone is welcome.![]()
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Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-timer, this event is open to all.![]()
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Let's come together as a community to celebrate our diverse voices and experiences. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with others and feel a sense of belonging in a welcoming space. See you there! ![]()
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*We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive space. Comments of a racist, sexist, homophobic, or discriminatory nature will not be tolerated, and you will be asked to leave the event to ensure a safe space for everyone.
OUR VISION:
A connected and compassionate community where everyone belongs.
OUR MISSION:
We Inform, Engage and Advocate to improve life for unhoused and at-risk people in new Westminster.
OUR VALUES:
- We believe everyone deserves compassion and care.
- We believe people should be involved in the decisions that impact their lives.
- We learn from our actions to continually improve.
- We believe in and advocate for culturally inclusive, decolonizing and anti-oppressive practices.
- We help people understand complex issues.
- We believe everyone has something valuable to contribute.
Our Work:
Our Members, Partners and Supporters:
