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Construction is starting on Burnaby’s first pedestrian scramble crossing at the intersection of Central Boulevard and the Metrotown underground parkade access, one of the city’s busiest pedestrian areas. This improvement will make it easier and safer for people to cross by clearly separating when pedestrians and vehicles can move through the intersection.

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.

We are inviting applications from community members to join a new Chinese Canadian Apology Public Art Project Committee, which will help guide the development of a permanent public artwork recognizing the City’s official apology for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent.

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.

The City of Burnaby is pleased to announce that the Burnaby Lake Overpass is now officially open. As Burnaby’s first dedicated pedestrian and cyclist crossing over Highway 1, the bridge is a safe, accessible new connection for people walking, cycling and rolling.

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.

We will pilot our first School Streets pop-up at Gilmore Elementary School from April 20 to 24, 2026, creating a temporary car free space during school arrival and dismissal times.

We are celebrating National Volunteer Week (April 19–25) and thanking Burnaby’s volunteers for their commitment, dedication, generosity and selflessness in helping to build a stronger, more connected community. Their contributions help shape the city we all want to live in and belong to.