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UBA Welcomes First Executive Director

Led by a volunteer board of directors since its formalization in 2013, the Uptown Business Association of New Westminster (UBA) has hired its first ever executive director. Sheila Cameron will manage the non-profit society’s operations… 

Call for Artists: Banners 2026

Call for Artists Submission Deadline: June 1, 2026 Artist Compensation: $5,000 *Fabrication & installation costs covered by the UBA  The Uptown Business Association (UBA) is inviting design proposals for their 2026 Banner Run. We are… 

Uptown New West Street Beautification Grant

Jazz up those storefronts! Businesses or organizations occupying street-level storefronts can put their best foot forward and add features to improve their presence within the streetscape. Beautification measures could include but are not limited to… 

Uptown New West Patio & Parklet Grant

Add some outdoor seating so folks can munch & people watch. Food & Beverage businesses may develop or improve patios or invest in parklet development (utilizing street parking or other curbside lanes) where conditions allow… 

Uptown New West Activation Grant

Bring your community event to our neighbourhood! Plan your small-medium scale events and activations to take place in publicly accessible spaces in the UBA catchment area such as plazas, building setbacks, sidewalks, windows and other… 

Uptown Plaza Activation Grants are back for 2024

Planning for your 2024 events and looking for a great location? Uptown Plaza is a lively public space in the centre of the walkable Uptown neighbourhood known for its shops and eateries. The plaza is… 

Snowflake Spectacular

Head to the newly revitalized Uptown Plaza at 6th and Belmont for an interactive pop-up experience! The snowflake wonderland features special live music and dance performances, a giant snow globe, snowflake making activities, and much… 

Uptown Plaza Winter Market

Uptown Plaza Winter Market Saturday, December 17 from 12pm-5pm Market vendors in Uptown Plaza, activations in Royal City Centre and Westminster Centre Come one come all to the Uptown Plaza Winter Market! This indoor/outdoor local… 

Evolve E-Bike Share now in Uptown!

We are excited to share that Evolve E-Bike Share has now expanded to Uptown New West! You will now be able to grab an e-bike in front of Westminster Centre at 6th and Belmont. Make sure… 

Uptown Mini Putt – Fall Edition – October 29

It’s back baby! The FREE Uptown Mini Putt course! Up for ONE DAY ONLY on Sunday, October 29 from 12-4 in Uptown Plaza (Belmont and 6th).  And this time…there are pumpkins! Practice your putts, &… 

Uptown Mini Putt August 13

Come one come all to the FREE Uptown Mini Putt course! Up for ONE DAY ONLY on Sunday, August 13 from 12-4 in Uptown Plaza (Belmont and 6th).  Practice your putts, & enjoy a round… 

UBA launches Uptown Micro Grant Program

Uptown Plaza is ready for your community activities and events! Uptown Business Association is offering grants to community organizers to host activities in the plaza At Belmont and Sixth Street is Uptown Plaza, a lively… 

Uptown Live

New Westminster’s Ultimate Street PartySaturday, July 15, 2023 The TD Uptown Live Street Party will rock the streets of New Westminster on Saturday, July 15, 2023, with a full schedule of live music on multiple… 

Uptown Spring Market 2023

Uptown Spring MarketFriday, March 3 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pmInside and outside Royal City Centre and Westminster Centre Come one come all to the Uptown Spring Market! This indoor/outdoor spring event is the perfect… 

Uptown Live Christmas makes Uptown New West Shine Bright!

Shine Bright New West is in Uptown New West with glorious lights and music! The Uptown Business Association in partnership with the City of New Westminster is celebrating the holiday season with live music on the… 

Road Closures (for cars) Road open for the Uptown Ped Zone

The Uptown Business Association, in collaboration with the City of New Westminster, has created a pedestrian zone for Uptown New West on the four Saturdays in July 2020. Starting July 4, from 9 am – 7… 

To Donair or not to Donair….is there a question?

Recently, Downtown New Westminster did a blog post about donairs in Downtown New West. It did not escape our notice that the top of their list was Zaaki Cuisine. Which is, of course, in Uptown.… 

Uptown New West Business listings #COVID-19 adaptions

Have you been wondering about your favourite local business and services during the COVID-19 pandemic? We’re compiling a list of businesses and vendors you can patronize that have adjusted their hours or moved online, offer… 

BIG #UPTOWNLOVE May 4-8th contest

We LOVE the businesses, services and restaurants in Uptown New West SO MUCH. So we’re sharing that love. We’re running a contest on our Facebook and Instagram pages to make it easier for you to… 

Uptown Love Contest April 20-May 1

We’re running a contest on our Facebook and Instagram pages to make it easier for you to support the businesses and services in Uptown New West during the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many people have had… 

COVID-19 Resources from City of New Westminster

The City of New Westminster has been collecting business-related resources which is being updated as new information becomes available. We recommend checking this site regularly as it includes a great amount of information pertinent to businesses… 

COVID-19 Update from the UBA

Dear Uptown Area businesses, services and organizations: The Uptown Business Association of New Westminster (UBA) shares your concerns about the current COVID-19 situation.  We understand that you may be grappling with difficult choices on staffing, service,… 

Uptown is getting some new faces!

There are some new faces coming to Uptown New West and we couldn’t be more excited… Artusi Restaurant-Opening in November at 412 6th St Artusi Restaurant will be bringing contemporary rustic Italian food to Uptown New… 

The Farmer’s Market is BACK!

Don’t fret! Don’t worry! Don’t be scared! The New West Farmer’s Market is back and better than ever! The Market kicks off its season on November 2nd with a variety of amazing Dia de Muertes… 

We want YOU in the Belmont Parklet!

The parklet is open, the sun is out and it’s time to meet our friends and neighbours in Uptown New West! We’re looking for people like YOU to activate the Belmont Parklet! This newest New… 

Uptown Live is back baby!

Uptown Live 2019 is going to be a little bit country, a little bit rock n’ roll and a whole lotta fun! Our annual street party and music festival returns to uptown New West on… 

Santa Claus is Coming To Town

You better not pout You better not cry You better not shout…and we’re telling you why! SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN! Santa and Mrs Claus are coming to Royal City Centre on Saturday, November… 

Recovery Day BC is BACK in Uptown New West!

Whether you are in recovery, an ally to someone who is in recovery, or you just think that sobriety is awesome – come on out to Recovery Day BC on September 8th, 2018 ! Everyone… 

New West Cultural Crawl August 10-12, 2018

The New Westminster Cultural Crawl is returning on August 10, 11 and 12! The Crawl is an annual arts & culture festival that celebrates and exhibits the vast creative talents across New Westminster. Artist studios… 

Uptown Live Street Closures

  Uptown Live, New Westminster’s Ultimate Street Party, is taking place on Saturday, July 21, 2018, between the hours of 12:00pm and 9:00pm. Uptown Live is free to the public and features live performances on… 

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