Communications and Public Engagement
Communications and Public Engagement
Communications • Phone: 604-820-3732 • Fax: 604-826-1363
The City of Mission’s office of Communications and Public Engagement is responsible for connecting with the community to help grow a more prosperous, livable City of Mission. Staff and Council are committed to involving the people they serve in the decisions that affect them. We want your diverse opinions and experiences so that a broader array of information is available to decision makers. The office is also responsible for media relations, digital content, social media and crisis communications.
Media Contact
Taryn Hubbard
Manager, Communications and Public Engagement
604-820-3732
thubbard@mission.ca
Latest News
Mission Council Adopts New Strategic Plan Focused on Building Foundations
Mission, BC—Mission Council adopted a new strategic plan for the City of Mission on Monday night that will guide overall service delivery, investment decisions, and strategic focus areas. The strategies outlined in the document will help the City fulfill its vision of...
Mayor Joins BC Transit Board as New Director
Mission, BC—Mayor Paul Horn has joined BC Transit’s board of directors, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure announced earlier this week. “I’m excited to work with Transit leaders and other mayors to ensure we continue to evolve our transit resources,”...
Taking on Recycling Contamination Through Education
Mission, BC—A new education campaign set to help the City of Mission reduce contamination in curbside recycling by 25% and meet Recycle BC requirements kicked off this month. From snappy videos to new social media and website content to in-the-field recycling bin...
Province Invests in More Mental Health Supports for Children and Youth in Mission
Mission, BC—More support for children and youth in need of mental health and substance use care will soon be available in Mission with the expansion of BC’s Integrated Child and Youth teams into the city. The announcement took place at the Mission Youth Centre on...
Give Your Feedback on the Budget and Financial Plan
The City of Mission is gathering community feedback on the 2023 Budget and 2023-2027 Financial Plan.
A Reminder to Remain Sewer Savvy to Prevent Clogs in City Pipes
Mission, BC—Over the holidays, Public Works crews discovered that a pair of sweatpants had caused a major clog in one of the city’s sewers. To end up here, the clothing would likely have been flushed down the toilet. While the team quickly got to work removing the...
Heritage Award Nominations Open
Mission, BC—Nominations are open for the annual City of Mission Heritage Award. This is an award to honour and recognize the efforts made by individuals, groups, and businesses who have made a significant contribution towards protecting, enhancing, and restoring...
Federal Funding Awarded for 7th Avenue Greenway Construction
The City of Mission is the grateful recipient of a large investment from the Active Transportation Fund to construct Phase 1 of the 7th Avenue Greenway.
City of Mission Makes Significant Donation from the Forestry Reserve to Fund Remaining CT Scanner Campaign
Mission, BC—Profits from the Forestry Reserve have been donated to the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation to support their campaign to fund a CT scanner at Mission Memorial Hospital. Council supported a one-time donation of $377,500 from the Forestry Reserve to...
Lights Dazzle on 80-Foot Tree in Centennial Park Pilot Project
Mission, BC— This year the City of Mission is lighting up one massive, 80-foot tree at Centennial Park as a first look at creating a seasonal light experience for the community in future years. While this year the team focused on upgrading electrical, sourcing lights,...