Archive for August, 2011

Monthly History Article (excerpt from Maple Ridge – A History of Settlement)

Various lodges, social, and church groups were active in Haney (Maple Ridge) by 1912. The Maple Ridge Board of Trade was organized in 1909 and the 1912 Columbian mentions a Rifle Association under Captain G.L. Churchard. Campers, hunters, and fishermen from Vancouver and New Westminster were starting to visit Maple Ridge, with some people establishing country homes here. The Haney branch of the Women’s Institute was organized in1915 with Mrs. A Stevenson as president. This active group worked with the Fall Fair Association, sponsored an early Boy Scout troop and 4-H groups, as well as doing a great deal of charitable and patriotic work.

Have fun and give back to your community through volunteering as a group. Build leadership and team spirit by choosing a Community Special Event or Park Cleanup for your next team/staff volunteer opportunity. Please contact the Festival and Volunteer Office at festival@mapleridge.ca or call 604-467-7325 (extension 1) to discuss opportunities and to suggest projects.

Maple Ridge employees value their co-workers, the variety in their work and the organization’s positive culture and work environment. The convergence of great community and great cooperation make the District of Maple Ridge a very attractive place to work. If you are interested in learning more about a career with the District, please visit the Careers section on our website.

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
11925 Haney Place, 604-467-7322

Entire Facility Closed
Monday, August 27 to Sunday, September 11
Gymnasium & Weight Room Re-open
6:00 am, Monday, September 12
Pools Re-open
6:00 am, Monday, September 19

Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre
12027 Harris Road, 604-465-2452

Entire Facility Closed
Sunday, August 14 to Sunday, August 21
Facility Re-opens
Monday, August 22

For more information visit our website.

Maple Ridge is no exception to the spread of Giant Hogweed.

Giant Hogweed is a serious threat to natural ecosystems and human health. It contains a sap which can cause very serious burns and even temporary blindness if exposed to sunlight (photo dermatitis). 

Please report any sightings to the Invasive Plant Council of British Columbia. They are attempting to create an inventory, staff and resources to deal with the growing issue. They cannot respond to complaints, but do want to manage the scope of the invasive plant problem in general. They can be reached at 1-250-392-1400, or through their website and are an excellent source of information not only for the Giant Hogweed but other invasive species as well.

Sightings of the Giant Hogweed on road allowances should be reported to the Operations Department at 604-463-9581. Sightings in parks or on parkland should be reported to the Parks Department at 604-467-7346. Property owners should consult the Invasive Plant Council of British Columbia for Best Management Practices.