✨ Today’s Public Speaking Tea was truly inspiring! ✨

Today Mayor Knight delivered an uplifting speech to a full house of friends, family, community supporters, and judges at the Public Speaking Tea for the White Rock Youth Ambassadors at the Rotary Field House. Councillor Elaine Cheung and Surrey councillor Linda Annis also joined to cheer on this year’s incredible candidates.

This special high tea event is the first judged event of the season, leading up to the Puttin’ On the Ritz Gala on July 18. The nine outstanding candidates bravely took the mic to share heartfelt speeches while guests enjoyed a classic afternoon tea of sweets, sandwiches, and plenty of applause.

Councillor Michele Partridge is one of this year’s six judges. A dedicated supporter of the WRYA, Michele has volunteered as a judge a few times in the past and brings her wealth of experience to the table.

👏 All of today’s candidates came well-prepared and impressed everyone with their poise and passion. Also, well done to the organizers and volunteers of this event.

From candidacy to coronation, the WRYA program empowers youth with life skills they’ll carry with them into their future careers and personal journeys.

@wryouthambassadors

#WhiteRockYouthAmbassadors #PublicSpeakingTea #WRYA2025 #YouthLeadership #CommunityPride #PuttinOnTheRitz #WhiteRockBC #community

Elaine had a great time at the Kent Street Activity Centre Volunteer Appreciation Lunch today in her role as Deputy Mayor. It’s always inspiring to see how many incredible volunteers help make White Rock such a vibrant, caring community.

Elaine got to be one of the helpers to serve lunch to our amazing volunteers and of course, snuck in some time to chat and learn more about all the amazing activities happening at Kent Street. From carpet bowling to the Happy Singers, the kitchen volunteers, and even the computer club — there’s truly something for everyone.

Big thanks to all the volunteers who give their time to make these programs possible. You are the heart of this community.

Nice to see Mayor Megan Knight and Councillor Christopher Trevelyan pop by at the end too!

#WhiteRock #CommunitySpirit #VolunteerAppreciation #KentStreet #CityWithHeart

Canada Day is around the corner.. July 1!! See you then🍁🇨🇦

#canadaday #whiterockbc #whiterockbc #community

🌟 What a weekend in White Rock! 🌟

It was a jam-packed and joy-filled couple of days for Elaine!

"Yesterday, I had the honour of giving opening remarks at Yoga on the Pier as Deputy Mayor — a peaceful (and windy!) start to the weekend in celebration of International Yoga Day.

This morning, I joined Mayor Megan Knight for Zumba on the Beach — and wow, what a workout! 💃🏽 It was led by the fabulous Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas, whose energy was contagious. Nathalie also teaches regularly at the Kent Street Activity Centre — we’re lucky to have her!

Then I popped over to the always lively White Rock Farmers Market, where I picked up some great local goodies. This week’s highlight? The Junior Entrepreneurs — a talented 6-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy making beautiful resin bookmarks and paperweights (yes, I bought one!).

I also stopped by Greg’s Art at the Blue Cottage to admire some fantastic local artwork, and caught the O’Carolan Celtic Ensemble as they were getting ready to put on another fabulous show.

I just love this city — the vibrancy, the creativity, and the smiling faces everywhere I looked. 💛"

#WhiteRockBC #LoveWhereYouLive #CommunityVibes #FarmersMarket #ZumbaOnTheBeach #YogaOnThePier #SupportLocal #JuniorEntrepreneurs #ArtInTheCity #Grateful #CelticMusic #WeekendInWhiteRock #kentstreetactivitycentre

🌧️🧘‍♀️ Rain, wind, and unwavering community spirit!

This morning, Elaine had the honour of giving opening remarks as Deputy Mayor at Yoga on the Pier, celebrating International Yoga Day and part of the City of White Rock’s Community Fitness Challenge.

Despite the weather, about 50 dedicated yogis came out to move and breathe together, led by the incredible Nalin from Kevala Yoga. We were honoured to be joined by Mr. Sanjay Kumar Dey, Vice Consul of the Indian Consulate, who also participated in the practice.

We were also deeply moved by Tammy, a member of the Tsawwassen First Nation, who shared meaningful reflections on the importance of land acknowledgement — especially fitting as today is also National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Thank you to everyone who showed up with heart, resilience, and intention. Rain or shine, White Rock shows up!

#YogaOnThePier #WhiteRockBC #CommunityChallenge #InternationalYogaDay #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay #WRGetsFit #Gratitude #CommunitySpirit

** CULTURAL CREATORS NEEDED **

Apply to be a Cultural Creator at the White Rock & South Surrey Culture Crawl, Oct. 4 - 5, 2025.

Do you have an arts, culture or heritage program you'd like to share with your community?

Apply to be a Cultural Creator at the White Rock & South Surrey Culture Crawl and share your passion with others.

Apply online --
Application deadline is July 13, 2025

The White Rock & South Surrey Cultural Crawl celebrates arts, culture, and heritage across the Peninsula. Over two days, enjoy art and historical exhibits, music, tours, theatre, and enrich yourself in culture.

Learn more at www.whiterockcity.ca/culturecrawl

#WhiteRockEvents #CommunitySpirit #CityOfWhiteRock #Whiterockbc #arts #culture #community

👀 Worried about the Community Hub? We’re listening.

We’ve heard the concerns about location, height, cost, and transparency. That’s exactly why Survey #2 is now live — it’s your chance to directly shape where the Hub could go, what it includes, and how it serves our community.

✅ No location has been chosen.
✅ No designs have been proposed.
✅ This is your opportunity to guide the next steps.

Take the survey now and have your say ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/4bkkt7pb
🗓️ Open until July 11 at 4:30 p.m.

Let’s build this together — with facts, with input, and with respect for everyone’s voice.

#WhiteRockCommunityHub #WeAreListening #HaveYourSayWhiteRock #GetTheFactsWR

Here’s this week’s city council update.

#community #whiterockbc

📣 Happening Today!

Elaine was join the Mayor and fellow Councillors this morning at the Fourth Annual Seniors Expo—a vibrant celebration of the many incredible programs, services, and supports available to seniors in the South Surrey and White Rock community.

🗓️ Today – Saturday, June 14
📍 Star of the Sea Hall, 15262 Pacific Ave, White Rock
🕘 On now until 1:00 PM!

This free community event brings together local organizations and businesses dedicated to enhancing the lives of our seniors. Whether you're a senior, caregiver, or simply curious about available services—there’s something here for everyone!

Come on down, say hello, and explore all the amazing resources our community has to offer. 💙

#WhiteRock #SouthSurrey #SeniorsExpo #CommunityEvent #SupportOurSeniors #CityCouncil #ElaineCheung #WhiteRockBC

This morning Michele, Elaine, follow councillors Bill Lawrence and Dave Chesney joined Mayor Megan Knight as she delivered the 2025 State of the City Address, where she talked about the city's top strategic priorities including topics such as infrastructure improvements, housing, the Community Hub and much more.

Thank you to Oceana Parc Retirement Living for hosting and for the delicious meal, and thank you to @sswrchamber for organizing this great community event.

**VIDEO: We highly recommend everyone watch the speech at this link to get the facts about our growing community:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1JY5gDnx4o/

#whiterock #communitysupport #whiterockpier #whiterockbc #community #whiterockcouncil #planningforthefuture