“The City's outstanding public works team is dedicated to keeping Richmond running smoothly. From maintaining our roads and dikes, to ensuring clean water and recycling, their dedication is what makes our community thrive," said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. "I encourage everyone to come out to the Public Works Open House for a fun family day. It is a wonderful chance to learn about the important work our staff does and to celebrate the many ways they help make our city a great place to call home."
Enjoy a day of hands-on activities at this free, outdoor event, which will take place rain or shine. Some of the highlights include:
- Viewing and exploring full-sized heavy equipment such as dump trucks, graders and backhoes.
- Playing in the Kidstruction zone.
- Taking a picture beside a Richmond Fire-Rescue fire truck.
- Learning about flood protection and other City initiatives at a variety of booths from different departments.
- Live music and entertainment.
- Learning the basics of planting at the potting station.
Bring a reusable water bottle to hydrate with some of Canada’s best drinking water from one of the many portable tap water stations available at the event. There will also be food vendors with delicious meals and snack options for purchase.
Event parking is limited so walking, carpooling, cycling, rolling or taking public transit is highly encouraged. Overflow parking will be available at the Austria Club, Blair Elementary School and JN Burnett Secondary School.
Shuttles will also be continuously provided from 10:30am to 3:30pm between the City’s Operations Yard and JN Burnett Secondary School (5011 Granville Avenue). Wheel Watch will be on site to safely secure bicycles, scooters, wagons and strollers for free during the event.
For more information, visit richmond.ca/PWOpenHouse.
Richmond’s Public Works Open House kicks off the celebration of National Public Works Week 2025 (May 18 to 24), which recognizes the many people who provide and maintain essential public works services, and educate the public on public works’ vital role in everyday life.