Councillor Ahmed Yousef

06/01/2026

On this June 1st you would have been 78. I remember you today and every day of my life. You taught me the meaning of hard work and devotion to others. Watching you as I grew up and realizing how difficult your life was as you ensured everyone else was comfortable, taught me to value every person, to appreciate that they are fighting their own battles, and that family is above all else.

When faced with difficulties, I remind myself of the insurmountable difficulties you faced and overcame. When I look into my children’s eyes I see your spirit shining through. When I receive recognition and accolades, I know that it’s because of you that I’m receiving it. You embodied integrity, honour, ingenuity and love. You always thought of others before yourself, half or more of your life was spent in a space resembling a prison cell on an offshore oil rig so you can provide for those you loved and those you didn’t even know. You gave yourself away to others and would be happiest in the simple surround of a green field on the farm.

Teaching me that life is about service to others and not personal gain is a lesson that can only be taught through action. The first time in my life to store your number in a cell phone, I didn’t know what to store it under. “Dad” didn’t cut it, and I had way too much respect and admiration to use your name; then it came to me. “Devotion!” You were devotion personified.

So, on this day I send you my love and wish you were here to see what little I’ve accomplished in hope that it will bring you a smile and a bit of pride. I’m eternally indebted to you for all that I have and all that I am. Until we meet again I promise to follow your example and teachings of learning at least one new thing each day, and to take every opportunity to make myself a little better so that I can serve those around me better. I do not weep for losing you, as you taught me that we will all go, but for that my children will not experience your presence as I have.

Happy birthday!
الفاتحة

05/26/2026

From our family to you and yours, may the blessings and joy of Eid Al-Adha surround you and your loved ones.

05/21/2026

On this day, 21st of May remembering the Circassian genocide, or Tsitsekun.

It was the systematic mass killing, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement of between 95% and 97% of the Circassian people during the final stages of the Russian invasion of Circassia in the 19th century.

It resulted in the deaths of up to 1.5 million people and the destruction of Circassia, which was then annexed by the Russian Empire. Those planned for extermination were mainly the Circassians, who are predominantly Muslims, but other ethnic groups in the Caucasus were also affected, as part of the Caucasian War.

05/20/2026

Remembering one of the greatest Formula 1 World Champions, Nikki Lauda. Lauda was an Austrian racing driver, motorsport executive and aviation entrepreneur, who competed in Formula One from 1971 to 1979 and from 1982 to 1985. Lauda won three Formula One World Drivers' Championship titles and—at the time of his retirement—held the record for most podium finishes (54); he remains the only driver to have won a World Drivers' Championship with both Ferrari and McLaren, and won 25 Grands Prix across 13 seasons.

NikiLauda

05/11/2026

Watching you raise your son with so much love, patience, and humor is an inspiration. Thank you for loving me, guiding me, and always being the best example of a partner and a phenomenal mom.

In my heart there is only one person who could ever come close to my mother, and that is you. I'm incredibly blessed to have two amazing ladies in my life.

Happy Mother’s Day to the absolute best partner anyone could ask for. Thank you for your endless love, support, and warmth. The world is a better place because of you.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

are not only special, they have superpowers!
I grew up with the proverb that “a mother understands what a child does not say.”

My mother, Widad Nasr, was and is a protector, disciplinarian and friend. To her I owe everything that I am and will ever become. Mothers exemplify traits that all of us can learn from.

What is a Mother?

A mother is someone to shelter and guide us,
To love us, whatever we do,
With a warm understanding and infinite patience,
And wonderful gentleness, too.

How often a mother means swift reassurance
In soothing our small, childish fears,
How tenderly mothers watch over their children
And treasure them all through the years.

The hearth of a mother is full of forgiveness
For any mistake, big or small,
And generous always in helping her family
Whose needs she has placed above all.

A mother can utter a word of compassion
And make all our cares fall away,
She can brighten a home with the sound of her laughter
And make life delightful and gay.

A mother possesses incredible wisdom
And wonderful insight and skill-
In each human heart is that one special corner
Which only a mother can fill!

Author: Katherine Nelson Davis

05/02/2026

Happy and

This is the Home Show. With close to 300 exhibitors, you’ll find everything you need to renovate, decorate and landscape your home. And that’s just the beginning. C'mon out to PlanetIce and Maple Ridge Fairgrounds.

Ridge Meadows HOME SHOW

05/01/2026

Remembering one of the greatest Formula 1 World Champions, Ayrton Senna🇧🇷

Senna was a Formula One Brazilian racing driver from 1984 to 1994. Senna won three World Drivers' Championship titles with McLaren, and—at the time of his death—held the record for most pole positions (65), among others; he won 41 Grands Prix across 11 seasons.

04/10/2026

Hey Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

There is a blood donation clinic by Canadian Blood Services at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 11750 207 St.

Check your eligibility by downloading the GiveBlood app or visit blood.ca.

Please sign up and . We are !

With a heavy heart I dedicate this donation to my late friend Stephane Labonne. He fought a valiant and inspiring battle with cancer. He will be fondly remembered and cherished in the memories of all who we lucky enough to be in his presence.

Blood transfusions are necessary for trauma accidents, cancer treatment and other urgent surgeries. Your donation is essential to protect our community members, let's look after one another.


Canadian Blood Services Stephane Labonne

04/08/2026

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