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Cision Canada
13 hours ago
- Health
- Cision Canada
Richmond, B.C. named Canada's Most Active Community Français
The city wins the 2025 ParticipACTION Community Challenge $100,000 grand prize TORONTO, July 22, 2025 /CNW/ - Richmond, B.C. has been named Canada's Most Active Community and awarded the $100,000 grand prize to support local physical activity and sport initiatives as part of the ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk. Now in its sixth year, the national physical activity and sport initiative encourages Canadians to get active throughout the month of June. "Congratulations to Richmond and all of the provincial and territorial winners," said Elio Antunes, President and CEO of ParticipACTION. "Engaging community members in physical activity and sport is an important strategy for building healthier and more connected communities. It was so inspiring to see over 1,500 organizations host more than 10,000 low-barrier, inclusive physical activity and sport activities throughout June. We hope communities keep the momentum going and continue to make room to move year-round!" Richmond has been a strong competitor in the Community Challenge since its inception and won the title of B.C.'s Most Active Community in 2022 and 2024. This year, the city earned the title of Canada's Most Active Community with the help of local organizations that rallied people to get active through more than 1,000 programs and activities. Many of them were free or low cost, helping reduce barriers and supporting Richmond's commitment to building an inclusive and accessible community. "The City of Richmond is proud of our commitment to support physical activity and well-being," said Malcolm Brodie, Mayor of Richmond, B.C. "As a vibrant and active community, we provide safe, fun and inclusive opportunities for all ages to keep our people connected and promote healthy lifestyles. On behalf of the many organizations and individuals that support physical activity and well-being in Richmond, we are honoured to be named Canada's Most Active Community." Since the Community Challenge began in 2019, ParticipACTION has awarded $1.5 million to winning communities to support local physical activity and sport initiatives. To help level the playing field and facilitate accessible opportunities for people in Canada to get active during the Challenge, ParticipACTION has also awarded over $7 million in grants to organizations across the country to provide physical activity and sport opportunities for equity-denied groups. "Congratulations to all of the communities that took part in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge, and to this year's Most Active Community. It is inspiring to see Canadians come together to create stronger, healthier, and more active communities across the country – creating momentum for active lifestyles in Canada." — The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health ParticipACTION also awarded between $7,500 and $15,000 to the following communities from each province and territory to recognize their outstanding efforts to engage their residents in physical activity and sport: Red Deer, AB Pinawa, MB Grand-Bouctouche, NB Clarenville, NL Truro and Cape Breton, NS (tie) Hay River, NT Iqaluit, NU Cochrane, ON Miltonvale Park, PE Québec City, QC Ituna, SK Faro, YT "By making sport more inclusive and accessible for everyone, our government is building stronger, healthier communities," said the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport). "The ParticipACTION Community Challenge is a fantastic program that we are proud to support. Way to go, Richmond, B.C.! Congratulations and thank you for inspiring your neighbours and all Canadians to keep moving!" The 2025 Community Challenge took place from June 1 to 30 and was open to all communities, organizations and individuals across Canada. Over 846,000 participants and 672 communities participated in the Challenge and competed for the title of Canada's Most Active Community. "On behalf of Novo Nordisk Canada, congratulations to Richmond and to all the provincial and territorial winners, along with every individual who took part in this year's ParticipACTION Community Challenge. Novo Nordisk is proud to be the presenting partner of this important initiative, which plays a vital role in supporting a healthier Canada through the promotion of physical activity and prevention of chronic diseases." — Vince Lamanna, President of Novo Nordisk Canada Everyone in Canada should have access to quality sport and physical activity opportunities that help them grow and thrive—physically, emotionally and socially. From drag queen-led fitness events to sunrise hikes for newcomers and sensory-friendly swimming programs, communities across Canada made room to move during the Community Challenge, helping create a healthier, stronger country. About ParticipACTION ParticipACTION is a national non-profit charitable organization that envisions a Canada where physical activity is a vital part of everyday life for everyone. As Canada's leading physical activity organization, ParticipACTION works with its partners, which include organizations in the sport, physical activity and recreation sectors, alongside government and corporate sponsors, to help people move more where they live, learn, work and play. ParticipACTION is generously supported by the Government of Canada. Learn how ParticipACTION has been moving Canadians for over 50 years at About the Community Challenge The ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk is a national physical activity and sport initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout June in search of Canada's Most Active Community. The Community Challenge is open to all communities and individuals, ultimately recognizing Canada's Most Active Community and awarding it $100,000 to support local physical activity and sport initiatives. The ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk is proudly funded by the Government of Canada and Novo Nordisk.
Global News
04-07-2025
- Business
- Global News
Caps on salaries of Metro Vancouver politicians is ‘long overdue' critics say
There are more calls for caps on the salaries of local politicians, after Global News reported some of their earnings. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie took home nearly $400,000 last year. Municipal Affairs critic Tony Luck said, 'I definitely support the provincial government coming and supporting caps. It's long overdue and it needs to be done for bringing fairness and equity and transparency for the citizens.' Including stipends and expenses, Brodie received $244,000 from Richmond, $64,000 from Metro Vancouver, about $40,000 from TransLink, $24,000 from the South Coast Transportation Authority and $28,000 from the Municipal Finance Authority – totaling $397,482. New Westminster Councillor Daniel Fontaine consolidated the numbers, noting Brodie is 'making far in excess of a B.C. cabinet minister, in fact, he's making almost as much as the President of the United States.' Story continues below advertisement 2:16 Metro mayors pull in big paycheques in 2024 Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley took home $377,560. Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West's compensation totaled $376,233 and Delta Mayor George Harvie made $317,401. Those figures include payments from boards, stipends and expenses. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy When Global News asked Brodie if he is paid too much, he wouldn't say. He responded, in part, 'Levels of remuneration will be addressed by Metro Vancouver's new Governance Committee…' A Deloitte report for Metro Vancouver has recommended that the province legislate a maximum remuneration threshold for total income from all local government-related appointments. The province says it will await completion of a governance review at Metro Vancouver and plans to be involved. Municipal Affairs Minister Ravi Kahlon said, 'We actually are likely going to put somebody on the governance review to make sure we're keeping an eye on what's happening and we'll see what comes from that discussion, but clearly something needs to happen.' Story continues below advertisement The province says it hopes to see changes this fall, and supports calls for transparency on politicians' earnings. For now, there's no indication this will be provincially mandated.
Global News
26-06-2025
- Business
- Global News
City of Richmond now ground zero for a number of controversies
The City of Richmond is now ground zero for a number of controversies. The RCMP continues to investigate gift card purchases by the City of Richmond, after a Global News investigation revealed nearly half a million dollars was spent on cards between 2022 and 2024. A forensic audit is also reviewing the past 10 years of gift card purchases in Richmond, where one employee has been terminated. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie told Global News, 'Well, what I can say is on the gift card issue, we are trying get to the very bottom of this situation.' 2:08 Many questions after Richmond Olympic Oval delegation travels to Europe in 2022 Also being questioned are massive salaries. In 2024, Brodie's compensation totaled more than $379,000 – payments coming from the city, Metro Vancouver, TransLink and The Municipal Finance Authority. Story continues below advertisement Former Olympic Oval CEO George Duncan was paid $582,000. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Duff Conacher with Democracy Watch commented, 'People are getting paid $582,000 in a public sector position, I mean that's crazy.' He added that 'the salaries for these officials seem to be much greater than what should be paid to public officials for these kinds of positions.' 2:24 Richmond staff internal memo on gift cards Recently, the Olympic Oval and the city refused requests to disclose costs of a 2022 European junket to Olympic-related events. Brodie says he was unaware. 'I did not know about that trip. I think that number of people sent was excessive.' Sources later told Global News that almost $78,000 was spent sending eight people to Spain and Switzerland. It's a sharp contrast to Vancouver, Whistler and West Vancouver, who all say they have not gone on any Olympic-related trips since 2020, despite having hosted events in 2010. Story continues below advertisement Meanwhile, a forensic audit of the Olympic Oval continues. An outside agency is examining possible fraudulent activity or questionable transactions.
Global News
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Richmond mayor defends grabbing news camera, dodging question
Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie is defending his actions on Tuesday when he grabbed a Global News camera and avoided answering a question. Brodie was at the opening of a playground in Steveston when a Global News cameraman attempted to ask him a question about a European junket taken by employees of the Olympic Oval and the city. Brodie seemed to avoid the question at the playground event, eventually turning around before grabbing the camera and continuing to walk away. Speaking on CKNW on Wednesday morning, Brodie said it was an 'unfortunate situation.' 'I said that I wasn't going to do the interview at that time,' Brodie told CKNW host Scott Shantz. 'And then he went away. Then he came back, again, I'm in the middle of a group of people with social conversation. It was a really a nice, very nice family event. And then, he just insisted that he was going to have an interview. And I said, no. Story continues below advertisement 'And the camera was up quite near my face. Again, this is all kind of a blur, but the way I remember it is the camera up near my space and I had said no and frankly in a civil society I expect that to be respected after I've given literally hundreds of interviews with Global and other news outlets over the years.' 2:08 Many questions after Richmond Olympic Oval delegation travels to Europe in 2022 Brodie said he was reacting to the camera being 'in his face' and expected that an interview would be prearranged and not a surprise question at a different event. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'It was a family event, well attended, and I had indicated that I was unprepared to do an interview at that time,' Brodie said. 'I don't think, from my point of view, it's unreasonable to expect that if you wish to do an interviews that there would be, you know, just because I'm standing there doesn't give the right for somebody to come up and put his camera in your face and demand answers.' Story continues below advertisement Brodie is sitting down with Global News reporter Jordan Armstrong on Wednesday morning. 'I have done countless interviews over my time and I always try and answer as best I can and provide as much detail as I am able to do,' he added. –with files from Catherine Urquhart
Global News
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Richmond Mayor questioned over Olympic Oval Europe trip
As Global News continues to investigate spending at the City of Richmond, there has been a troubling incident involving Mayor Malcolm Brodie. It happened Tuesday morning at a playground in Steveston. Global News attended as invited guests and, in addition to covering the event, we tried to ask Mayor Brodie about a European junket taken by employees of the Olympic Oval and the city. In a stunning turn of events, Mayor Brodie grabbed our camera. 2:08 Many questions after Richmond Olympic Oval delegation travels to Europe in 2022 Richmond's media relations person intervened, saying the mayor was sensitive to our reporting on Monday that the city and Olympic Oval had refused our repeated attempts to obtain costs of the 2022 junket, which later prompted us to file a freedom of information request. Story continues below advertisement Sources inside the Oval have now told us eight people went to Olympic-related events in Spain and Switzerland and that the trip cost about $77,787. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'Unfortunately, a lot of politicians across the country know that they can't blatantly steal the public's money and so they use perks and junkets as another form of corruption, which really amounts to theft of the public's money because there's no reason for most of the trips that they're taking,' Democracy Watch co-founder Duff Conacher commented. After Brodie left the playground, his PR person contacted Global News and requested a sit-down interview for the mayor on Wednesday.
