🎙️ THE FINAL EPISODE...FOR NOW. 🎙️
After more than 120 episodes over the past three and a half years, For the Record is taking a short hiatus as New Westminster heads into the October 17 civic election campaign.
In this special season finale, Councillors Daniel Fontaine and Paul Minhas sit down for one last conversation before the podcast pauses for the duration of the election campaign.
💚 NEW WEST WORKS
The hosts revisit the New West Progressives' vision for creating safer, cleaner and more welcoming neighbourhoods through investments in community safety, cleaner streets, support for local businesses, and initiatives aimed at making public spaces more vibrant and inviting.
🏃 ACTIVE NEW WEST
Daniel and Paul also discuss the party's plans to expand sport, recreation and fitness opportunities throughout the city. From rebuilding the New Westminster Pier to investing in parks, trails and community recreation facilities, the conversation focuses on creating a healthier, more active city for residents of all ages.
🌉 One discussion asks an important question: If White Rock was able to rebuild its iconic pier so quickly after storm damage, why is New Westminster still waiting more than six years later for construction to begin on its own pier?
🗳️ 100 DAYS TO GO
With July 9 marking exactly 100 days until Election Day, the hosts reflect on what promises to be one of the most closely watched municipal elections in New Westminster's history.
The episode also examines the emergence of a new civic political organization, BEE Good New West, and what another political party could mean for voters and the campaign ahead.
🎧 Finally, Daniel and Paul reflect on the journey For the Record has taken over the past three and a half years. From weekly council discussions and interviews with community leaders to conversations about the issues shaping New Westminster, the episode serves as both a look back at the podcast's evolution and a thank you to the many listeners, guests and supporters who have helped make more than 120 episodes possible.
❤️ While For the Record will take a short break during the civic election campaign, this final pre-election episode provides a fitting conclusion to three and a half years of local conversations, community stories and civic discussion.
Thank you for listening - and best wishes to everyone participating in the 2026 civic election.
