New West Spotlight's Community Cookbook Supports Royal Columbian Hospital

A Festive Collaboration Brings Local Restaurants and Community Together for a Good Cause

NEW WESTMINSTER, BC – September 10, 2025 – The New West Spotlight is proud to announce the launch of a landmark community initiative: the New Westminster Christmas Cookbook, a unique collaboration uniting New Westminster’s most beloved restaurants and chefs in support of the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation. As part of a city-wide effort to celebrate New Westminster’s celebrated food scene and give back during the holidays, the New West Spotlight launches community cookbook benefiting Royal Columbian Hospital to raise critical funds for the hospital’s equipment and patient care services.

Marking its official release on September 10, 2025, the cookbook showcases cherished holiday recipes—ranging from festive starters and spectacular mains to decadent desserts and seasonal cocktails—contributed by renowned local restaurants. Each recipe is enhanced by behind-the-scenes stories, chef insights, and full contact details, inviting readers to explore New Westminster’s rich gastronomic landscape. This effort presents a creative way for the community to rally around a vital healthcare institution while enjoying a taste of the city’s finest kitchens at home.

100% of proceeds from the New Westminster Christmas Cookbook will be donated directly to the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation, ensuring funds go toward purchasing critical equipment and enhancing patient care for the more than half a million people RCH serves. By merging culinary excellence with community giving, New West Spotlight launches community cookbook benefiting Royal Columbian Hospital as a festive centerpiece for supporting local business and healthcare simultaneously.

This initiative highlights several key benefits for participating restaurants and the community alike. Restaurants gain a high-profile platform to share their culinary talents with thousands of readers, benefit from additional exposure in both the cookbook and New West Spotlight’s coverage, and demonstrate their deep-rooted commitment to community health and wellness. For residents, the cookbook provides not just delicious inspiration but an easy, impactful way to contribute to the well-being of their neighbors and loved ones.

“When New Westminster businesses support each other and our community institutions, everyone thrives,” explains Carla McNeil, publisher of the New West Spotlight. “This cookbook celebrates our incredible local culinary talent while making a meaningful difference for our hospital—it's exactly the kind of collaboration that makes our city special.”

This announcement comes at a moment when the importance of community connections and healthcare support remain top of mind. The New West Spotlight, known for keeping residents abreast of city news and events, is leveraging its platform to drive impact beyond journalism—strengthening bonds between residents, local businesses, and critical institutions. The holiday season offers a perfect backdrop for this blend of celebration, gratitude, and giving.

To further capitalize on the project’s community focus, the New West Spotlight is providing advertising opportunities to local businesses throughout the campaign, maximizing visibility for both culinary partners and supportive sponsors. Distribution will include both print and digital versions, making the cookbook widely accessible to every household eager to cook, share, and give back this holiday season.

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Carla McNeil, Publisher, New West Spotlight: “When New Westminster businesses support each other and our community institutions, everyone thrives. This cookbook celebrates our incredible local culinary talent while making a meaningful difference for our hospital—it's exactly the kind of collaboration that makes our city special.”

Call to Action

To discover more about the New Westminster Christmas Cookbook or to pre-order your copy and support the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation, visit newwestspotlight.ca.

About New West Spotlight

New West Spotlight is a daily digital newsletter committed to keeping New Westminster residents informed about the city’s latest events, news, and opportunities. Dedicated to building stronger community connections, our platform celebrates local stories, highlights the city’s dynamic businesses, and champions initiatives that uplift and energize New Westminster. Learn more at newwestspotlight.ca.

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