Thank you for joining us in celebrating our great city in 2024!
Maple Ridge celebrated its 150th anniversary with a series of vibrant events and activities, including a street banner design developed in collaboration with Indigenous partners, Maple Ridge’s largest-yet community event, and public art and heritage initiatives.
Maple Ridge, situated on the traditional territories of the Katzie (q̓ ic̓ əy̓ ) First Nation and the Kwantlen (qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ ) First Nation, was incorporated as a District Municipality on September 12, 1874 and became the sixth local government in the Province of BC.
2024 Banners Design Honour Indigenous Heritage
In recognition of the heritage of Indigenous communities and their deep cultural roots, Maple Ridge 150 street banners were featured throughout the city. These banners were designed in collaboration with Joshua Carr, Kwantlen band member and with his partner, Amber Oliver, to acknowledge that the Kwantlen First Nation and Katzie First Nation have been here since time immemorial.
The banners were approved by Kwantlen First Nation and Katzie First Nation leadership and adorned over 200 banner stands in downtown Maple Ridge and throughout the community and were featured on a special events stage at community events throughout the year.
"Our concept represents our deep connection to the river," shared artists Carr and Oliver. "Since time immemorial, our people have travelled and fished the Fraser River to create sustenance and abundance for our communities, as well as build relationships with one another. We wanted to create a design that embodied our traditions, as well as honours the relationship between Qw’ó:ltl'el, q̓ic̓əy̓ and the City of Maple Ridge. Our design uses the river as that connection, representing the bond between the people and the salmon and the harmony of the moon and the tides. We give thanks to all that the river has to offer us. hay ce:p q̓ə."
Our Neck of the Woods
Thank you for celebrating with us! Just as Maple Ridge continues into the future while reflecting on the past, we're creating a new tradition of fun, family, and adventure. 2024 hosted our inaugural Our Neck of the Woods event, which will be an annual reoccurrence for years of celebrations to come.
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From signing along with the concert, or laughing with friends, it was a day—and night—to remember.
2024 event highlights included campfire story sessions, a zip line, performances from various artists, as well as both an Indigenous and Farmer's markets. Each celebration is unique, and each year will feature new attractions, vendors and performances to explore as we continue to be Community Driven.
Featuring attractions such as the Kanaka Kids Stage, the 2024 event was truly an all-ages experience.
