Thurs. June 1: Help shape Burnaby's future

Good morning !

As I’m writing this, I’m enjoying the cool weather before some of the heat returns next week and I have to turn my AC back on.

Luckily, the weather will stay cool and sunny for all of the jam-packed events that Burnaby has going on this weekend and next week, including parades, nature events, and so much more.

Let’s dive into today’s newsletter.

👀 In today's edition:

• Help shape the future of Burnaby

• Environment week hits the city

• We found the best sushi places in Burnaby

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CITY

Burnaby 2050 wants to hear your opinion

Burnaby is introducing a new Official Community Plan project, which will guide the city’s developmental goals over the next 25 years, and they want to hear from residents.

The Official Community Plan, called Burnaby 2050, has now entered the “Visioning” phase, and residents can provide feedback through an online survey which closes on July 17, or at the city’s speaker series or pop-up events.

If you want to know more about what Burnaby 2050 is addressing, or where you can find the speaker series, you can find that information here.

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Burnaby Bulletin

🚑 A new online dashboard comes to Burnaby Hospital and Royal Columbian hospital. The dashboard will show you estimated emergency room wait times, expected length of stay and hospital status.

🏠 1,450 new homes and four new towers are proposed for Brentwood Town Centre. The plan went back to council on May 30, with amendments made for family-friendly housing. [Burnaby Now]

🏢 The City of Burnaby wants your feedback on the new city hall location. The survey closes on July 7.

☀️ Kick off summer at the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival with Dear Rouge and Sabai on the TD Main Stage, and the continent’s biggest dragon boat races Jun. 24-25!*

🍩 Lee’s Donuts is opening a pop-up shop at the City of Lougheed Shopping Centre. The Granville Island-based pop-up will remain open in the mall for the next six months. [Dished Vancouver]

🚲 A provincewide e-bike rebate is hitting BC. Starting June 1, rebates on eligible e-bikes will be available to those over 19 and will be based on income.

🚴‍♀️ The 3rd Annual Tour de Concord, free Bike Festival, and pro cycling race is happening on Jun. 10. Register for free today!*

🚗 Burnaby strata owner wins a parking battle with a commercial owner, which requires the commercial owners to pay for 24 parking stalls that were deemed as being “common property.” [Burnaby Now]

🏥 A Burnaby nurse has been suspended for taking pictures of confidential information belonging to 114 patients at a long-term care facility. [Burnaby Now]

🎃 Apply now for Burnaby Halloween Festival's 2023 Grant program! Get financial support for approved activations in three categories: Major Event Grants, Special Category Grants, and Community Activation Grants.*

🏆 Do you want to see your favourite business recognized? Are you a hard-working business owner? The 2023 Burnaby Business Excellence Awards are now open for nominations.

👨‍🌾 Burnaby Farmers Market is back for another great season! Saturdays from 9am until 2pm at 4949 Canada Way—the parking lot of Burnaby City Hall.*

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COMMUNITY

Environment Week weeds its way into Burnaby

Environment Week hits Burnaby starting on Saturday, with a whole host of family-friendly activities to help residents get more involved with nature and raise awareness about how to reduce waste and pollution and preserve wildlife in the city.

Read the breakdown of events here to learn how you can participate in a national commuting challenge, enjoy a canoe trip on Deer Lake, take guided tours, and explore the city’s eco-centre.

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Brewery & the Beast is the ultimate summer festival of meat, beer, and music!

Just in time for Father’s Day, grab your tickets to get an all-inclusive pass to the best chefs and meat-centric dishes in the city, along with craft beer, cider, wine, cocktails, and more!

To buy tickets, see the full line up, and see all event details visit: BreweryAndTheBeast.com.

READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

The best sushi in Burnaby

This week we’re continuing with our Beacon’s Readers’ Choice Awards category winners, and we have the results for the best sushi in Burnaby.

What do you think of the results?

SPONSORED BY VANCOUVER BUBBLE TEA FESTIVAL

Visit Vancouver Bubble Tea Festival this summer

Canada’s largest Bubble Tea Festival is returning to Burnaby Swangard Stadium on Jul. 7-9, bringing you the theme of Taste of Taiwan and two outdoor movie nights.

Get your tickets now!

Where to eat & drink

🍝 Anton’s Pasta Bar is recommended not only for its authentic Italian cuisine, but also for the huge serving sizes that often leave customers unable to finish their meal in one sitting.

🍜 Myst Asian Fusion offers up a wide range of Taiwanese and Japanese dishes, and you can dine there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Customers rave about the expansive menu.

🍲 Little Cockatoo Cafe is a small, hidden gem according to their customers. It offers a range of European dishes, including meat platters and fresh grilled vegetables. You can find it at 7548 Edmonds St.

🤝 Now Hiring

Looking to make a move? Here are local jobs open right now:

• Marketing Events Assistant at Lotus Canada

• Loss Prevention Advisor at Tommy Hilfiger

• Server at JOEY Burnaby

• Proposals Coordinator at Ausenco

• Butcher at Whole Foods

• Human Resources Generalist at Kelly Services

Hiring and want to share your job posting? Reply back and let us know!

🗓 Things to do

Thursday

• L.E.A.P Job Fair: This job fair aims to bring together inclusive employers and job applicants with disabilities or other employment barriers. Entry is free, get your tickers here.

• Health care Burnaby Virtual Job Fair: Attend this virtual job fair from 11am to 2pm that focuses on jobs in the Burnaby health-care setting. Advance interviews can be set up after registration here.

Friday

• BC Quest for the Cup: Over 40 teams from Canada and the US come to compete in a tournament at Scotia Barn to finish off the spring season.

• SFU Women’s Golf Day: Join PGA of Canada pro golfer Kat Kennedy for a free, one-hour introduction to golf. The event is free but does require advance registration here.

Saturday

• Hats Off Day: Enjoy a parade, street festival and vintage car show at this famous Burnaby heights festival. The events kick off at 9:30am, and the street party runs from 11am to 4pm. Entry is free.

• Vancouver Brain Tumour Walk: Join the first in-person walk in three years to help bring awareness to and end brain tumours. There are no fees or fundraising minimums, but pre-registration is required here.

• Jason Lane Band at the Admiral Pub: Stop by and listen to some rock and blues music from this five-piece band at the Admiral Pub from 3-7pm.

Sunday

• Environment Week Pop-Up Activity: Talk to arborists and urban planners at the Amazing Brentwood to learn more about how Burnaby’s Urban Forest Management Strategy and Official Community plan are working.

• Guided Nature Walk: Join the Burnaby Lake park Association for a walk and learn how to use the iNaturalist app at the same time. The event is free but pre-registration is required here.

Monday

• The National: The rock band comes to Deer Lake Park for an outdoor concert starting at 6pm. Buy tickets here.

• Heritage Adventures Day Camp: If your children are off from school, consider a day-long day camp for them at Burnaby Village Museum filled with fun and activities. Register your child here.

Tuesday

• Guided Canoe Trips on Deer Lake: Enjoy the sights and sounds of Deer Lake from inside a canoe during one of two different evening sessions. Pre-registration is required here.

• Fandom Trivia: Test your knowledge and your friend’s in a night filled with intriguing trivia questions starting at 7:30pm at The Rec Room Brentwood.

Wednesday

• EPTECH Vancouver 2023: The EPTECH trade show returns to the Marriott Burnaby Conference Centre to bring together entrepreneurs, designers, engineers, developers and more. Register here.