As we advance the largest capital construction program in Burnaby’s history, it is important that we explain to residents the financial planning that has made these projects possible. Which means clarifying what are reserves, reserve funds and how must we use them?

It was great to be at Web Summit last week, showcasing Burnaby’s innovation economy on the global stage. Not only were we invited to speak, but Burnaby’s growing presence in technology and life sciences was referenced again and again over the course of the summit—from centre stage to the exhibition floor, and in conversations with organizations and founders from around the world.

As a City, we are always looking for ways to improve how we serve our community. Over the past few years, Burnaby has delivered a level of capital investment that is unprecedented in the city’s history, including one of the largest municipal investments in community facilities anywhere in Canada.

Last Friday, I met with Premier David Eby, major community contributors, senior representatives from the Burnaby Hospital Foundation, doctors and frontline staff to discuss the future of Phase 2 of the Burnaby Hospital redevelopment. The meeting took place amid widespread frustration and disappointment across Burnaby following the Province’s announcement earlier that week that the Phase 2 construction contract had been cancelled.

One of the things we are best known for in Burnaby is our exceptional network of parks, outdoor spaces and natural beauty. As we move into the warmer months, we get more opportunities to enjoy these spaces, and it’s also when we host many of our City events.

Tomorrow night, Rise FC kick off the new Northern Super League season as reigning champions at Swangard Stadium. In Burnaby, promoting accessible, active living across every project we can is a priority.

The overnight lifting of the Burnaby Lake Overpass across Highway 1 last November was one of the city’s highlights of 2025. We are delighted to announce that as of Monday, April 27 the new overpass will officially be open to the public.

In the coming days, many residents across Burnaby will gather to celebrate Vaisakhi—one of the most important days of the year for our Sikh community. This week, Jewish families are marking Passover, while Christians recently came together for Easter.

Last Sunday marked the first Walk and Chat with the Mayor of 2026, beginning the eighth year of what is becoming a real community tradition through spring and summer in Burnaby. Walkers meet at the Christine Sinclair Community Centre at 9 am, for a one-hour walk.

In the 1980s and early 1990s, federally funded affordable housing fell from tens of thousands of units annually to almost none. Over the following decades it became a major driver of the crisis we face today.