Protests and demonstrations are deemed a right of free speech and expression in democratic nations, but increasingly this right is being challenged by governments and policing forces that are intent on setting limits to these basic freedoms. Land and water protectors and climate change activists have been labelled as “domestic terrorists” and police forces are increasingly using so-called “less lethal” weapons and surveillance regimes such as facial recognition to track individuals.This month's…See More

On February 13, 2020 in partnership with Moms Stop The Harm (MSTH) and Stop Overdose Ridge Meadows (STORM) our film presentation is “Flood: The Overdose Epidemic In Canada”.Between January 2016 and December 2018, there have been more than 12,800 apparent opioid-related deaths in Canada, resulting in reduced life expectancy for the first time in four decades. Flood: The Overdose Epidemic in Canada is a documentary that aims to reduce the stigma around substance use disorder (SUD) and inspire…See More

Cinema Politica Ridge Meadows presents a free documentary film with post-film guest panel discussion.Synopsis: Housing prices are skyrocketing in cities around the world. Incomes are not. PUSH sheds light on a new kind of faceless landlord, our increasingly unliveable cities and an escalating crisis that has an effect on us all. This is not gentrification, it's a different kind of monster. The film follows Leilani Farha, the UN Special Rapporteur on Adequate Housing, as she's travelling the…See More

Cinema Politica Ridge Meadows and Golden Ears Transition Initiative jointly present this encore screening of the documentary film To The Ends of the Earth.This commanding exposé uncovers how the harvest of "extreme fuel" amounts to human and ecological devastation in the name of status quo extraction and consumption. To The Ends of the Earth brings forward the voices of those who not only denounce the rise of extreme energy, but also envision the new world that is taking shape in its stead: a…See More

Maple Ridge Council will hear a request to declare a Climate Emergency at their regular July 23 meeting. It would be helpful if Council could see as many concerned and supportive citizens in the audience as possible. The Climate Emergency request will be presented by Steve Ranta, a member of Extinction Rebellion Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows, at the regular Maple Ridge Council meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in the Council Chambers. The entrance is on the east side of City Hall, off Dewdney…See More

This year's theme is Solutions and will showcase groups, organizations, and individuals that are involved in making our community a better place to live, work, and play. We will focus on building a vibrant, resilient and localized community while shining a light on solutions to issues big and small, whether they are local or global. We will highlight the environment, food security, local economy, social collaboration, and health and wellbeing.See More

The Heart of the Fraser calls attention to the continuing destruction of an environmentally sensitive and culturally-rich ecosystem of the lower Fraser River, namely the gravel reach from Hope to Mission, British Columbia. The movie showcases the extraordinary environmental aspects of this unique ecosystem, and the need and efforts to protect and restore the gravel reach from further environmental degradation.Guest speakers include:Lina Azeez, Watershed Watch Salmon SocietyBrendan Chu, film…See More

This Father's Day, 224th Street in downtown Maple Ridge will be closed off for several celebrations!"On Sunday, June 16, come celebrate Father's Day with a day of exploring downtown Maple Ridge. There is so much to enjoy including:"Race the Ridge" bike race Food Truck Festival Local craft beer garden Live Entertainment Artisan Market Pancake Breakfast Family Activities Local business activities"Links:…See More