Langley City launches neighbourhood networks to boost safety through community connections

Langley City is launching a new initiative to help neighbours build stronger connections and create safer communities from the ground up.

The Resilient Neighbourhood Networks program brings local residents, community groups, and businesses together to share information, support one another, and respond to everyday challenges or emergencies.

"Safety starts at the neighbourhood level," said Mayor Nathan Pachal. "When neighbours connect, trust grows, fear decreases, and communities move from reacting to preventing problems. Resilient Neighbourhood Networks give residents the tools to create a made-in-Langley-City approach to safety."

The program relies on volunteers to help organize activities and build connections in their neighbourhoods. No experience is needed, and volunteering is flexible to fit different schedules.

Opportunities include organizing social gatherings like block parties or coffee meet-ups, participating in safety walks or emergency preparedness workshops, joining small planning groups to share ideas and identify safety priorities, or helping at community-led events.

The city says strong communities grow when residents, community groups, and local businesses step up, and volunteers' local knowledge and participation will help shape the program's success and guide its expansion across Langley City.

Langley City residents, community groups, and local businesses interested in volunteering can complete the Volunteer Interest Form by March 13 at the city's website.