Click on the link to download a PDF version of the Housing Update presented by Lynn Roxburgh at the 2026 QPRA Annual General Meeting.

Two beautiful homes in Queen’s Park were voluntarily designated recently and we thank these owners for their contribution towards helping to preserve New Westminster’s built heritage.  They have truly provided a gift to our community.

109 Third Avenue – G.R. Speck House built in 1911
This is the third home that owners, Kathleen and Eric, have masterfully restored.   Their attention to detail and their skill in restorative work is amazing and demonstrates their love for preserving the life of a fabulous old house.  They have also considered livability with a modern kitchen and updated bathrooms making this a turnkey location for the next owner.  When these folks decide to put away the sandpaper and move on, they will be leaving a stunning example of heritage restoration for the next generation to enjoy.

125 Third Street – J.J. Johnston House built in 1905
 A beautiful home that has been fully and wonderfully restored, inside and out.   It has been consistently maintained so that it remains comfortable and functioning in all practical ways that are required in any house, old or new.  This property epitomizes how a gracious old home can endure the test of time and be enjoyed for generations.   

The New Westminster Public Library, along with RegenerateBC (a new society dedicated to climate science education and headed up by some fantastic New Westminster educators) is launching a 5 week Climate Action Plan course. Starting March 7, participants will meet weekly to learn about climate science and to make an action plan for themselves, their family, their community, or to affect policy at any government level. Meeting folks where they are, this course caters to everyone from newcomers to climate science (are you making a plan to get their household to recycle more, or to reduce consumption), to folks who are already doing lots in their home and want to activate their community networks (could be where residents’ associations join together), to highly active folks who want to learn more about how to get policy changed at the government level.

We know that the climate emergency will require changes at all levels. Let’s work together as a community to make this happen!

Course runs Tuesday nights, March 7, 14, 21 and April 4 and 11, from 6:00-7:30. It takes place at the New Westminster Public Library in the Auditorium. The course is suitable for adults and teens and we encourage all folks who are interested to attend and bring a friend! The course is free but registration is required so we can plan the space and materials. Register by emailing askus@nwpl.ca

Any questions can be forwarded to:

Caitlin MacRae (she/her/hers)  MLIS

Librarian, Public Services

t: 604.636.3541 | e: cmacrae@nwpl.ca