The city is pushing forward with drastic changes that will forever alter the charm and accessibility of our beloved beach community—without a plan, without input, and without a clear purpose. They are fencing in visitor parking, pouring concrete over gardens and green spaces, and ignoring the voices of the residents who call this place home.
We are taking legal action to stop these unnecessary and harmful developments. We have filed a lawsuit against the city to demand a stop work order—the first step in preventing irreversible damage. But the city is fighting back hard, deploying a team of lawyers to push their agenda forward at all costs. We need your help to stand up to them.
Why This Matters
This fight isn’t just about us—it’s about all of Crescent Beach and the future of our community. The city has repeatedly failed to communicate its plans, disregarding the Crescent Beach Property Owners Association and the people who live here. They are moving forward like bullies, refusing to explain why they are destroying the character of this historic and cherished neighborhood. If we don’t act now, Crescent Beach could lose its unique seaside charm forever.
Every dollar raised will go directly toward legal fees to fight this battle. Here’s how we plan to use the funds:
• Step 1: Injunction to Stop Work on Bayview Street – The quickest and most targeted approach is to pause the city’s work on Bayview Street. This area is the easiest way to challenge the city’s violations of the Official Community Plan and set the stage for broader legal action. The city knows they are at risk of losing and is throwing a team of lawyers at the case, making this a critical first step.
• Step 2: Proving the City’s Violations – Once we stop the work, we will take the city to court to prove they have not been lawfully following their Official Community Plan.
• Step 3: Protecting Our Future – Winning this case will set a legal precedent, allowing all Crescent Beach residents to challenge unlawful city actions, seek reversals, and fight for the protection of our homes, community, and public spaces.
We can’t do this alone. The city is using its deep pockets to steamroll over the community, hoping we won’t have the resources to fight back. But together, we can stand up for Crescent Beach.
Your donation—no matter the amount—helps protect our beach, our green spaces, and the unique character that makes Crescent Beach special. Please donate today and share this fundraiser with others who love and cherish Crescent Beach.
Let’s show the city that our community has a voice—and we won’t be silenced.
March 20, 2025
White Rock and Surrey Official Community Plan Open Houses
Official Community Plan Public Engagement Friday, March 21, 2025
White Rock is updating its Official Community Plan (OCP) in response to new provincial requirements and is reaching out to the community to participate and to ensure that the OCP continues to reflect the community's needs and priorities.
Attend the upcoming engagement session on Friday, March 21 at the White Rock Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to meet staff, learn about the OCP update project, and take the survey.
Open House
this is an upcoming stage for Official Community Plan Update 2025
White Rock Community Centre
Date: April 3, 2025
Time: 4 - 8 p.m.
Location: 15154 Russell Ave, White Rock, B.C.
To ensure that the OCP continues to reflect the community’s needs and priorities, the City is engaging with the community to evaluate how existing OCP housing and associated policies can be revised to fulfill new legislative requirements in a manner that will align with the community’s current goals and priorities.
We’re updating the City’s Official Community Plan (OCP). The OCP is one of the City’s overarching documents. It provides a long-term vision for the city, and guides growth and development.
The OCP update is a multi-year process. We are in the third phase of the project. In this phase we are developing the priority policy directions. These will help shape the detailed policies that will be developed later this Spring.
How to get involved
Your input will help us inform detailed policies. Here are some ways you can provide feedback:
Attend one of our in-person workshops: OCPizza Parties. Learn more about policy topics while enjoying pizza. Register today(External link)!
Cloverdale Recreation Centre
Thursday, April 10 | 6:00-7:30pm
South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre
Monday, April 14 | 6:00-7:30pm
Surrey Libraries City Centre Branch
Thursday, April 24 | 6:00-7:30pm
Newton Seniors Centre
Thursday, April 29 | 6:00-7:30pm
March 19, 2025
Surrey marks milestone with Let’s Hear It BC JUNOS Plaza Party
Saturday, 10,000 music lovers from across the lower mainland came together at Surrey Civic Plaza to attend the Let’s Hear It BC JUNOS Plaza Party. The free, one-day music festival showcased live music from over 30 artists across six stages, including JUNO Award nominees, Tyler Joe Miller, Chani Nattan and Inderpal Moga, as well as Punjabi legend, Sarbjit Cheema. The festival showcased the best of B.C’s music scene for the community to experience the spirit of the JUNOS ahead of the 2025 JUNO Awards Broadcast in Vancouver at Rogers Arena on Saturday, Mar. 30. In addition to live performances, the festival featured an open jam, 5X Art Party, local music organizations, food trucks and a licensed area.
Surrey has long been a driving force in the South Asian music scene, and today, its influence continues to grow and shape the future of the industry. Attendees are invited to provide their feedback on the event and help shape future events via an online survey for a chance to win a $200 gift card to Guildford Town Centre at surrey.ca/junosplazaparty.
Charges laid In South Surrey Shooting
Two men have been charged in connection with a shooting that took place late on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Surrey, leaving one man injured.
At approximately 11:15 p.m., Surrey RCMP’s Provincial Operations Support Unit (SPOSU) responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the 15100 block of 33 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from gunshot wounds.
Shortly after, members of the SPOSU Gang Enforcement Team identified a suspect vehicle in the area. With the assistance of Integrated Police Dog Services (IPDS), two suspects were arrested. The SPOSU Serious Crime Unit is leading the investigation.
Charges Laid
The suspects, identified as 24-year-old Mitchel Iyama and 21-year-old Isaiah Avery John, are now facing serious charges:
Mitchel Iyama has been charged with:
• Attempted murder using a firearm for the benefit of a criminal organization
• Flight from a peace officer
• Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
Isaiah Avery John has been charged with:
• Attempted murder using a firearm for the benefit of a criminal organization
Both suspects remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in court on March 19 and March 25, respectively.
Surrey Councillor Has To Pay For City Information?
Surrey councillor BOB BOSE was shocked then he was told by the city's Finance Department if he wanted any information on the American real estate and development firm from Chicago on a city project he would have to file an FOI Freedom of Information request.
“This ridiculous roadblock and it k tells me I’ve hit a nerve, and someone doesn’t want taxpayers to know what’s going on between the City of Surrey and the Hunden Partners of Chicago,” said Bose.
Given the burgeoning trade war with the U.S., he says the city needs to focus more on partnering with Canadian companies.
March 18, 2025
No "Oh" Fence
(Read Don Pitcairn's TNT editorial below)
There is an online petition about the City of Surrey destroying Crescent Beach by fencing off BNSF property and eliminating 145 roadside parking spots.
This includes those areas used by people with mobility and health issues for easy beach access.
The petition results along with a recent resident survey that achieved over a 90% NO response for this project will be submitted to a judge this week for a court injunction to stop this plan in its tracks.
Please visit this petition and show your support by adding your name to it. https://www.change.org/.../city-of-surrey-destroying...
South Surrey naturopath under investigation again
Naturopath Allison Patton served one term on council in Surrey, B.C. (Allison Patton/Facebook)
Allison Patton was previously disciplined for improperly calling herself a ‘community physician’
A naturopath and former councillor in B.C.’s second biggest city is under investigation for giving intravenous treatments to a mental health patient without the knowledge of the patient’s doctors, the IJF has learned.
Allison Patton is facing a renewed investigation into whether she had obtained informed consent for the intravenous vitamins she provided to Rob Sampson while he was out on day passes from an involuntary hold at Langley Memorial Hospital in 2019, according to documents shared with the IJF. She was a city councillor in Surrey, B.C., at the time
Susan's advocacy for accessibility was instrumental in the city of White Rock installing the mat that was installed on our iconic pier this year.
The mat makes our pier more accessible for wheelchairs, strollers and walkers.
Panelist Spotlight: Susan Bains
Meet Susan Bains, a powerhouse advocate for accessibility and human rights! After becoming a permanent wheelchair user, Susan witnessed firsthand the barriers that exist in public spaces turning her personal experience into a lifelong mission for change.
With 20+ years in progressive HR, she’s a pro at navigating legislation and building collaborative relationships. Her advocacy focuses on breaking down barriers, raising awareness, and pushing for real, lasting accessibility.
Join us at Breaking Barriers on March 28 to hear Susan’s powerful insights on creating a truly inclusive society. Let’s work together to turn ideals into action!
White Rock’s Daytime Warming Centre is now closed.
The Centre operated daily from December 2 to March 15, 2025.
Tarrific News
Premier EBY announced on Friday in response to the numerous letters he received (including from The White Rock Sun) the Province of British Columbia has appealed to Ottawa to put tariffs on the coal dirt trains that pass through White Rock daily. The coal dirt is mined in Wyoming, yet Washington, Oregon and California will not allow the coal dirt to be shipped out of their ports. Thus the trains are all rerouted to Delta's Deltaport.
March 15, 2025
Highrise Hub
EDITORS NOTE:
This project will not go to a referendum. The referendum will be the next civic election in October 2026.
Local resident XU JINHUA was reported missing on February 23. She was last seen in the area of Crescent Beach. Since then there has been numerous search parties, rallies and prayer meetings to draw the community together in the search.
To put a personal connection to this heart breaking loss of a mother and daughter her friend and search supporter TANYA ANNE JOHNSON posted the message below on social media.
Tanya Anne Johnson
Three Weeks Missing: Holding Vigil, Holding Hope
It has now been three weeks since Jinghua Xu disappeared. Three weeks of searching, of praying, of walking the shores and following every thread we can find. Three weeks of a community coming together, held in the knowing that she is deeply loved, deeply missed, and must not be forgotten.
Jinghua is not just a name or a face on a missing person’s poster—she is a mother, a wife, a sister, a friend. She is someone who gave so much to those around her, and now, we are giving back. Through the hands and hearts of this community, she is still here—guiding us, connecting us, calling us to care for one another in ways that stretch beyond her story alone.
Her family loves her deeply and misses her beyond words. Every day, I speak with them, and every day, they express their profound gratitude for the efforts of everyone searching, sharing, and holding space for her. They will be arriving soon to join in the search efforts, bringing their love and dedication to finding her.
There have been prayers spoken in many languages, candles lit in her name, feet moving across the earth in search of her, waters blessed with the hope that she will come home. People who had never met before are now walking this journey together. Strangers have become family in this unfolding.
But Jinghua is still missing. And we are still searching.
If you feel called to help, please share her story. Every share, every whispered prayer, every moment of awareness is a ripple that moves further than we can see.
If you are local and able, please join us in searching. If you are at a distance, please hold her in your heart, light a candle, and keep believing that answers will come.
Jinghua, wherever you are, you are not alone. You are loved, you are held, and we are not giving up.
Together, we keep searching. Together, we remember.
Video Of The Day
We have all done it.
Got the lyrics to a dong wrong.
Joke Of The Day
Trump wants to ban the sale of pre-shredded cheese.
He wants to make America grate again.
Did you hear about the cheese factory in France that exploded?
There was nothing left but de brie
Thought For The Day
Community Events
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Elizabeth Hollick’s
ART EXTRAVAGANZA - Giveaway and Auction
Friday, March 28, 6 - 9pm
at White Rock Players' Club 1944-2024
Come for an unforgettable evening of art! Elizabeth Hollick had a stroke, and to make room to support her care she has decided she would like to give away 70 original paintings. Free!
As well, there will be a small number of paintings to purchase through an auction and 100 filled sketch books (also free!)
Elizabeth Hollick is known for her decades of community involvement, through murals including “The Wonderful Year We Fell In Love” outside the playhouse. She is also the founder of the Larger than Life drawing group, and was awarded the Order of White Rock for her service to the community. Her cheerfulness, humour and generous nature are beloved in White Rock.
This event is free to attend, but has limited availability due to space: first come, first entry.
Donations are welcome and will go towards her ongoing care and rehabilitation.
The City of White Rock will conduct Water Main Flushing from March 24-31, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to maintain the City's water system. Residents may notice temporary changes in water pressure and some discolouration, which is not a health hazard. Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/ms4hm4ey .
Naturopath Allison Patton served one term on council in Surrey, B.C. (Allison Patton/Facebook) 
March 28, 2025 5-9pm
Ways to Help:
Join our WhatsApp Search Group: 
Notice of Water Main Flushing 
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