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Thanks Richmond for continuing to do your part to keep yourselves and others safe.

Richmond Arts Centre programs are back in studio 
Programs are gradually returning with virtual classes beginning on Thursday, November 5 and in-studio classes commencing Thursday, November 12.

Fitness and aquatics memberships are back in Richmond
Customers who hold memberships can now choose to reactivate them to access and register for fitness and aquafit classes, fitness centre visits and swim sessions.

Richmond reintroduces indoor recreation programs
Many popular fitness and recreation programs are moving indoors to community centres across Richmond commencing Monday, October 19.

Richmond to determine timing of Single-Use Plastic and Other Items Bylaw following Provincial approval
Richmond welcomes the Provincial announcement that it has given the go-ahead for its Single-Use Plastic and Other Items Bylaw No. 10000 to ban foam food service containers, plastic straws and plastic checkout bags.

Minoru Centre for Active Living Aquatic Centre to open
The City of Richmond's new state-of-the-art indoor aquatic centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living is now open.

$6.2 million funding expedites Oval Village District Energy Project
The City, on behalf of Lulu Island Energy Company, has received funding from the Provincial and Federal Governments to help speed up implementation of another phase of the Oval Village District Energy Utility (OVDEU).

City of Richmond calls on government to expedite regulations for Money Services Businesses
The City is calling on the Provincial Government to act quickly in an effort to stamp out illegal money laundering.

Richmond Fire-Rescue offers tips to safely store and use hand sanitizer
While hand sanitizer is essential to safely reducing the spread of COVID-19, Richmond Fire Rescue is reminding people to be careful with how it is stored and used.
Events

Due to public health guidelines regarding physical distancing, all in-person City events are cancelled until further notice. To see a list of virtual events being offered, visit the City's event calendar.
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Spooktacular ways to celebrate Halloween online
The City is offering online, interactive options for families to participate in and enjoy as an alternative to in-person gatherings this Halloween.

Richmond public walls wanted for vibrant community murals
The City’s Public Art Program is looking to add vibrancy to public wall spaces through its Community Mural Program. 

Upgrade and save with Richmond’s clothes washer rebate program
Those eligible for a rebate must order, purchase and install a pre-qualified clothes washer within a home located in Richmond during the fall program period from now until November 27, 2020.

Have your say in Richmond’s 2020 Community Child Care Planning Project
The City of Richmond is seeking public feedback to inform the 2020 Community Child Care Planning Project. 

Richmond Culture Days kicks off with virtual and in-person activities
From September 25-October 25, take part in free or “pay what you may” activities happening virtually and in-person across the city.

City of Richmond invites community grant applications
Applications for grants are now open until Wednesday, October 28.

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