White Rock Tower Plan – What Aren’t They Telling Us?
Apparently, the White Rock City Hall never mentioned that their planned 25-storey tower, THE HUB project will also take over the lot currently occupied by that 6-storey apartment building on the right. Looks like they’re just waiting for it to be torn down.
The above picture and text was recently posted on social media.
As if there is not enough mis-information regarding the proposed White Rock Community Hub.
The Peace Arch News has figured out they have caught lightening in a bottle due to the high interest and opinions on the proposed community hub. Week after week there has been a steady stream of Letters to the Editor section chastising (the most polite word I could think of) council and city staff for even considering building a so called Highrise Hug on the city property at the corner of Russell avenue and Johnston road.
To refresh your memory the current council in a vote of 4-3 directed the city to explore building a community hub on said property. Only myself and councillors TREVEYLAN and KLASSEN voted in opposition.
There are many questions that must be answered as far as I am concerned. None of the answers would cause me to vote in opposition to building a highrise on a piece of land the city has expropriated from Imperial Oil under the guise the property would be turned into a park. This was the plan put forth by the BALDWIN controlled council back 2014-2018. Myself and the rest of council unanimously approved the purchase for park space given the incredible number of high-rises that were or were about to be plunked down in our town centre.
An article like the above only inflames the situation. Most readers won't get past the headline and the firestorm will be fully underway before the city can get corrected information out. To say the least I have an inside track on this topic and if there has been any plans on purchasing the adjoining building mentioned in the article, it has been a very very private conversation and has not included the entire council. I doubt its validity.
The city recently hired and introduced an independente consultant DARCY DUPONT who is currently pouring over all the possibilities, weighing out the pros and cons, meeting with community stakeholders and speaking personally with staff and council. I feel confident his decision will be based on facts and figures.
Does that mean I will change my vote to the affirmative. No.
The city is soon set to release a timeline of online engagement and Open Houses to attain feedback from the community once they have all the information to present.
So let's all just step back for half a minute take a big deep breath and weigh out all the information.
The parade will start at 10AM on Saturday, May 17.
Parade kicks off near the Museum & Library and winds through downtown Cloverdale! We recommend finding a spot anywhere along the pink “parade route” roads!
Please note: The parade route closes at 9:00AM – no late entries will be allowed
BNSF RAIL MAINTENANCE
Public Notice:
BNSF will be operating a grinding train along the White Rock waterfront in the evening after dinner this evening (Thursday)
There will be sparks flying from the rail grinding process, BNSF soaks down the vegetation prior to and following the pass by the grinding equipment.
BNSH has done this operation on our waterfront many times before with no problems.
May 14, 2025
BNSF RAIL MAINTENANCE
Public Notice:
BNSF will be operating a grinding train along the White Rock waterfront in the evening after dinner.
There will be sparks flying from the rail grinding process, BNSF soaks down the vegetation prior to and following the pass by the grinding equipment.
BNSH has done this operation on our waterfront many times before with no problems.
Save Band in Surrey Schools – Take a Stand for Music Education!
Please join us today to stand up for band programs in Surrey schools. For many children, school is their only opportunity to explore music—an experience that can change their lives forever. Budget cuts should not take away their chance to discover the joy and discipline that comes from learning a musical instrument.
Music helps students thrive. It gives them confidence, community, and a voice. Cutting these programs sends the wrong message—that the arts don't matter. But they do.
We urge all parents, students, and community members to come out and protest these cuts. Let’s send a strong message to SD #36: Our children deserve access to music and the arts. Take your budget cuts elsewhere.
A child’s right to learn, grow, and shine in the arts is worth fighting for. Be there. Make noise. Protect music.
May 13. 2025
Tale of Two Cities
May 14, 2025 / 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel (15269 104 Avenue, Surrey) & online via livestream
Surrey Mayor BRENDA LOCKE and White Rock mayor MEAGAN KNIGHT have State of the City Address events planned.
Join Mayor Brenda Locke as she delivers her annual State of the City address to outline her vision for the future of Surrey.
The State of the City address is an important event to energize the city and build excitement around a renewed economic and jobs plan for Surrey. A state of the city gives business stakeholders and potential investors an inside glimpse of the current economic assets and goals as Surrey becomes the largest city in British Columbia.
During her address, Mayor Brenda Locke will share her thoughts on the City’s emerging policy directions, the progress of capital projects, along with her vision for the future of Surrey.
The day of the address follow the link below to watch the mayor in real time.
The City of White Rock is pleased to invite residents, business owners, and community partners to attend Mayor Megan Knight’s 2025 State of the City Address on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Oceana PARC.
Hosted in partnership with the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce and the Surrey Board of Trade, this annual event provides an opportunity for Mayor Knight to share key updates, reflect on accomplishments from the past year, and outline her vision for White Rock’s future.
Note: The city of White Rock will also stream live the mayor's State of the City.
Monday Council Recap
- BRAD DAVIE the newly appointed White Rock Fire Chief was formally introduced to mayor and council last evening. DAVIE comes from New Westminster where he served for the past 2 decades. DAVIE and his family make their home in Langley.
-Staff Sergent DIXON of the White Rock RCMP detachment presented his quarterly report.
- Councillor ERNIE KLASSEN stopped in to formally say goodbye to staff and council. KLASSEN is in Ottawa today for his MP orientation. KLASSEN donated $7500.00 to the White Rock Warming Centre. The money was left over in KLASSEN'S election campaign fund.
- Council unanimously endorsed the mayor sending a letter to TRANSLINK requesting increased shuttle bus service from our uptown to the beach during the summer hours.
- Council was also informed due to councillor KLASSEN'S resignation from council to fulfill his MP duties representing us in Ottawa, there will be a by election held here in White Rock.
Staff will bring a report to council on June 09th with a by election expected to be held in September.
Fire In The Sky
It has been the practice since the beginning for the annual Celebration of Light (formerly the Symphony of Fire) to host international competitors, the 2025 event will be all-Canadian.
The dates, and teams, will be:
Saturday, July 19 Team Yukon's "Midnight Sun Fireworks"
Wednesday, July 23 - Team Quebec's "Royal Pyrotechnie"
Saturday, July 26 - Team Nova Scotia's Fireworks FX.
So it's "Go Canada Go" all the way!
Lapu Lapu Remembrance Ceremony
A number of community members gathered yesterday afternoon in the Miramar Plaza. The somber ceremony was held to honour those who died and those that were injured in the terrible incident that occurred a few weeks back at the Vancouver Lapu Lapu Festival.
May 12, 2025
Corruption in Local Government
Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke recently responded to allegations that a former municipal employee defrauded the city of $2.5 million, insisting that they have adequate financial safeguards in place. The ex-finance clerk is alleged to have funneled hundreds of cheques to herself, drawing funds from deposits made to the city by developers.
Hike For Hospice Big Thanks
The 2025 Peace Arch Hospice HIKE FOR HOSPICE this year earned $40,000.00
Dozens of walkers turned up last Sunday to enjoy the annual walk around Crescent Beach. The circle route begins and ends at Blackie Spit park.
May 10, 2025
Concerts at the Pier 2025
The lineup for this year's concerts;
June 24th at Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Memorial Plaza (East Beach): THE ODDS, with opener Aidan Farrell
July 10th at Miramar Village (Uptown): MOSTLY MARLEY
July 17th at Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Memorial Plaza: SIMPLY QUEEN, with opener Avenue Elle
August 14th at Memorial Park (West Beach): SGAANAGWA with opener, The Wilds
August 21st at Memorial Park: FIVE ALARM FUNK, with opener Pax
All concerts start at 7 pm (headliner starts at 8 pm), and are free to attend!
Join us for a summer of thrilling music and thriving community here in White Rock.
Little Squalicum Pier is open to the public for the first time in its long history, giving community members unprecedented access to Bellingham Bay.
“You can’t look at the pier without wondering what it’s like to be out there,” Parks and Recreation Director Nicole Oliver said, “Now, anyone can experience Bellingham Bay from a new perspective.”
The pier was built in 1912. Railcars traveled on it, delivering processed cement products to barges moored offshore. Operations ceased there around 1987, and the Lehigh Hanson/Heidelberg Cement Group transferred the pier to the City on Nov. 22, 2021.
Little Squalicum Pier extends 1,248 feet into the bay, making it the longest, public pier in Washington state
........and the longest on the West Coast between White Rock, B.C., and Pacifica, California.
The unique structure provides a view of the area that previously required a boat.
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair with country music legend Corb Lund!
With hits like “The Truck Got Stuck” and “Hair in My Eyes Like a Highland Steer,” Corb Lund brings the perfect blend of country, roots, and cowboy spirit to the stage.
All you need is a General Admission pass — no extra concert ticket required!
The Crescent Beach #240 Legion on 128 St. across from Crescent Park has been a fixture in the south Surrey community for decades. Their mission is to serve Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance, and to serve our communities and our country. Noble goals for sure and the Crescent Beach Legion with its members and loyal volunteers do a great job in fulfilling these goals and being a hub for community activities. My wife and I are both members of the CB Legion and we regularly attend events there, both inside the building and out in the parking lot. With running Green Team Gardening, I thought it would be a great idea to take over the grounds maintenance and we have been volunteering our services over the last year to improve the landscaping. We also help out whenever we can with everything from roof cleaning, clearing off tables, working at the canteen, to selling 50-50 tickets.
As part of its community service, the Legion has three green drop-off bins on the corner of their property across from the #12 Fire Hall. The problem with the bins is not Green Inspiration or the Legion but the people amongst us who see these bins as a free and easy way to get rid of their other unwanted items and outright trash. The bins are set up to receive used clothes and shoes and are clearly marked as such.
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June 24th at Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Memorial Plaza (East Beach): THE ODDS, with opener Aidan Farrell
July 10th at Miramar Village (Uptown): MOSTLY MARLEY
July 17th at Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Memorial Plaza: SIMPLY QUEEN, with opener Avenue Elle
August 14th at Memorial Park (West Beach): SGAANAGWA with opener, The Wilds
August 21st at Memorial Park: FIVE ALARM FUNK, with opener Pax
JOIN US to remove invasive blackberry at at West Beach in White Rock – Sat, May 17! 
When: Sat, May 17, 9:45AM – 1:00PM
Activity: Removing invasive blackberry to protect this beautiful beach front ecosystem!
Where: West Beach (near boat launch at Bay St and Marine Dr.), White Rock
Provided: Tools, gloves, snacks and educational instruction!
Sign up: 
Questions? Email: Max@greenteamscanada.ca
