🌟 RIVERVIEW Sign Lighting in April🌟
Throughout the month of April, our iconic sign will be illuminated in a series of special colours to raise awareness for important causes and recognize meaningful observances. Each lighting display is a community-submitted tribute to those impacted and the organizations doing vital work in these areas.
Here's what to watch for this month:
April 2 - Gold for World Autism Awareness Day
April 4 - Purple for National Dental Hygienist Week
April 7 - Green for National Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Month
April 11 - Blue to Spark the Night for Parkinson's Day
April 12 - Indigo for National Medical Laboratory Week
April 13 - Off for International Dark Sky Week
April 15 - Orange & Blue for Functional Neurological Disorder Awareness Week
April 17 - Red for World Hemophilia Day
April 19 - Pink, Blue, & Yellow for Global Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Awareness Day
April 21 - Dark Blue & Gold for Recognizing Riverview
April 22 - Green & Blue for Earth Day
Don’t miss your chance to help shape the Bridgedale–Gunningsville–Robertson Secondary Planning Area.
Take a few minutes to review the draft Secondary Plan and complete the survey to share what you think works well — and what could be improved. Your feedback on proposed roads, trails, and land use will help guide how this area grows.
Survey closes May 18 👉 https://speakupland.ca/riverview-secondary-plan
Did you know? Most homes lost in wildfires are ignited by small embers—not direct flames. Even tiny sparks can travel and land on decks, roofs, or dry leaves.
Learn how to reduce your risk and protect your property at our Wildfire Awareness BBQ on May 30 at Riverview Fire & Rescue.
Read more in our latest news story, and join us to learn more in-person!
Town of Riverview offices will be closed on Monday, May 18 for the Victoria Day holiday.
🏊 The Pat Crossman Memorial Aquatic Centre is open for evening swimming lessons only.
📲 To report immediate concerns related to roads, traffic lights and signs, trees, or flooding outside of regular service hours, call 506-387-2030 to be connected with our after-hours dispatch service.
Enjoy a safe and happy Victoria Day Weekend!
Licensing your cat or dog in Riverview takes just a few minutes — and helps keep your pet safe if they ever get lost.
✔ Required by by-law
✔ Helps Animal Control identify your pet
✔ Includes access to lost pet support tools
Don’t forget: a free custom tag is available for a limited time with promo code RIVERVIEW100 until May31 🔗 riverview.docupet.com
We’re inviting residents to add their ideas directly to the interactive map for the Bridgedale–Gunningsville–Robertson Secondary Planning Area. Drop a pin and leave feedback on proposed roads, trails, land use, and more. Feedback from the community will help shape how this area grows over time.
📍Add your pins before May 18: speakupland.ca/riverview-secondary-plan
Save the date!
Join us for a BBQ & Wildfire Awareness Day on May 30 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Riverview Fire Station (560 Pinewood Road). Come enjoy a family BBQ, explore fire equipment, and learn how to protect your home from wildfire risk.
More details in the Events page of our website!
Pet licences help ensure pets can be quickly identified and reunited with their families if they go missing. Right now, you can also get a free designer tag when you register your pet online. Visit riverview.docupet.com and use promo code RIVERVIEW100 (limited time).
🐻 A bear was spotted this afternoon near the reservoir in Mill Creek. As bears and other wildlife become more visible over the warmer months, please stay vigilant and do not approach.
Bear in mind these tips when enjoying our many parks and trails:
👉 Stay alert when hiking, and watch the trail ahead
👉Carry noisemakers such as bells or cans with rocks inside
👉 Hike in a group whenever possible
👉Keep children close when exploring, and talk to them about what to do if you encounter a bear or other wildlife
👉Keep all dogs on a leash
Learn more about avoiding black bears - link in bio.
At Monday's Special Council Meeting, council voted to explore adding more roundabouts, and approved grants for:
👉️ Friends of the Moncton Hospital
👉️ Make a Wish Foundation
👉️ Multicultural Assocication of Greater Moncton (MAGMA)
👉️ Jamaican Canadian Association
👉️ Al Salam Community Centre
Don't forget that Election Day is May 11! Head to ElectionsNB.ca for more information on candidates and how to vote. The new Council will be sworn in at the Oath of Office Ceremony on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Read the full highlights on our website!
Market opportunities exist in Riverview, and the Town’s Commercial Development Grant is here to support business owners who are ready to tap into them! Eligible construction projects on commercial zoned land may qualify for this non-repayable grant, which supports new or expanding businesses that increase the real property value by at least $200,000.
Explore the Commercial Development Grant today: https://www.townofriverview.ca/develop
Thank you to everyone that joined our virtual and in-person engagement sessions for the Bridgedale-Gunningsville-Robertson Secondary Planning Area last week!
There’s still time to have your say on the future of this undeveloped area in Riverview. Before the interactive engagement opportunities close, be sure to visit the project website to answer survey questions and drop pins on the interactive map. Your input will help shape the Secondary Plan and guide how this area grows over time.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation 👉️ speakupland.ca/riverview-secondary-plan
