It’s National Public Works Week!

National Public Works Week takes place from May 18 to May 24. This year’s theme is “People, Purpose, Presence” and BC 1 Call is proud to participate alongside many BC municipalities, other safety organizNational Public Works Week takes place from May 18 to May 24. This year’s theme is “People, Purpose, Presence” and BC 1 Call is proud to participate alongside many BC municipalities, other safety organizations, and industry associations.

Here are some events taking place across the province:

• The Province of British Columbia has issued a proclamation declaring May 18-24 will be “Public Works Week” in BC.
• The City of Port Coquitlam is holding an open house featuring a heavy equipment showcase and hands-on displays on May 24 at its Public Works Yard. More information is available here.
• The City of Penticton is holding its open house on May 22 at the City Yards and will feature electrical truck bucket rides alongside interactive displays.
• The City of Richmond held a public works open house on May 10 and is highlighting the department’s work in a new interactive video as part of its celebration of National Public Works Week.
• The City of Nanaimo  has released a proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week which you can read here.
• The City of Terrace  has released a thank you post for #NPWW highlighting the extensive scope of its public works department.
• City of Courtenay will hold a public open house and school tours on May 24 and has released a proclamation marking the week
• The City of Dawson Creek has released a proclamation supporting Public Works Week.

If your organization or municipality is holding a National Public Works Week event, let us know and we’ll highlight it!