Back when the new Colony of British Columbia was being formed, New Westminster was considered to be the official capital by the then Lieutenant-Governor, Richard Moody. The cities name was given by Queen Victoria, who named it after Westminster, which was part of the British parliamentary capital of London. Canadian Pacific Railway's completion during 1885 sped the city's growth and development. The new rail line helped supplies to be delivered through New Westminster's port and all over Canada and the rest of the world. Lots of businesses and buildings were erected along Columbia Street, that fast became an essential place for business operations and transaction in the city.
In the city is a thriving and active arts and culture community...