Situated on the shores of the mighty Fraser River and nestled against the Coast Mountains, Maple Ridge is a mecca of adventure for the outdoor enthusiast. Located 45 kilometers east of Vancouver, it is a progressive community well-known for its beautiful countryside and spectacular scenery. It is a community of urban sophistication that retains a sense of rural charm.
Arts and recreation facilities abound, creating a culturally vibrant and active city for healthy living. Maple Ridge has become a year-round centre of festivals and festivities like the Jazz and Blues Festival, Maple Ridge Fair and the Santa Claus Parade. Its Town Centre is the focus of community life in the area, offering a state-of-the-art leisure/youth centre complex, library and performing arts centre. Numerous boutique-type stores are located in the area.
Mayor & Council
With Glowing Hearts!
March 12 - 21, 2010
The 2010 Winter Paralympics, officially known as the X Paralympic Winter Games, will be held in Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia.