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Holiday Open House 2021

Drop by Piper Spit for the Burnaby Lake Park Association’s “reimagined” Holiday Open House.

Due to the current restrictions, we are unable to host activities in the Nature House this year so we are taking things outside! Learn about the birds of Burnaby Lake, the history of the Lake, the BLPA and our our activities from our member volunteers. We will be serving hot apple drink to warm you up!

Register for one of four guided nature walks (11:30 am, 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm, or 1:00 pm) along forested trails to discover birds and wildlife in the park. The walks will have a maximum of 10 participants and will last 30-40 minutes. Saftey checks and protocols are in place for registration and the walk. Register here.

This event is free and everyone, of any age, is welcome! Please dress appropriately for the weather – rain gear and waterproof shoes are likely a good idea! The event will go on unless there is another atmospheric river.

BLPA Weedbusters Welcomes New Volunteers!

Like most organisations, the BLPA had to cease our activities during 2020.  When we were able to resume, we proceeded cautiously, within Metro Vancouver Regional Park and Provincial Health Orders. After developing a COVID-19 safety plan, our work parties looked different from pre-pandemic times: very small groups of existing volunteers, physical distancing, PPE, pre-registration and sanitization protocol.  As provincial health orders eased, we modified our protocols, assessed, and made more adjustments with the goal to ensure that all participants continue to feel safe and comfortable while participating in BLPA activities. 

We are happy to announce that the BLPA is now ready to open our stewardship events to new volunteers.  Did you know, our invasive plant species removal program, also known as “Weedbusters”, began in 2004 which makes it one of the first community group programs to do this important work. 

You do not need any prior experience or knowledge to volunteer. You will learn everything you need to know during the event orientation and there will be experienced volunteers or BLPA DIrectors to answer any questions.

We are starting to organise sessions this month to welcome new volunteers. Please complete the volunteer registration form and our Coordinator will be in touch with details.

We look forward to welcoming you!

BLPA 2021 Annual General Meeting

Due to the continuing conditions with COVID-19, the Burnaby Lake Park Association will be holding our Annual General Meeting virtually using the online Zoom platform.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, you are invited to join us virtually at 7:00 PM PDT as we highlight some of the BLPA’s activities over the past year as well as well as take care of some required society business.

AGENDA

  1. Call to Order/Welcome
  2. Approval and Confirmation of Agenda
  3. Approval of May 20, 2020 Annual General Meeting Minutes
  4. Report from Chair
  5. Treasurer’s Report
  6. Nomination Committee Report
  7. BLPA Elections
  8. Other Business
  9. Adjournment

Existing BLPA members will be contacted by our coordinator with meeting link, agenda and supporting documents.

If you are not a member but would like to attend, please click here to register. You will also find Zoom meeting tips there. You do not need a Zoom account to attend, just access to the internet via a computer, tablet or smart phone.

While all our volunteers and community members are invited to attend, only members will be allowed to vote.

Please RSVP by 6 pm on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.