Real Ridge Podcast

Maple Ridge is sharing the stories behind the headlines with our all-new Real Ridge Podcast. Listen in on candid conversations with community leaders, subject-matter experts, City staff, and Mayor Dan Ruimy about the issues our community cares about most.

Real Ridge Podcast is a government podcast hosted by City of Maple Ridge, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

City of Maple Ridge hosts Real Ridge Podcast, a government show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  09 | Beyond the Sirens

  Jul 28, 202653 minS1

  In an emergency, every second matters - but how do you prepare to be ready for ANYTHING? In this episode, Mayor Dan Ruimy and Maple Ridge Fire Chief Dave Samson go beyond the sirens to explore one of the City’s most essential public services. From medical emergencies and wildfire response to disaster preparedness, public education, and community risk reduction, the diverse work of Maple Ridge Fire and Rescue helps ensure both short and long-term readiness for crisis and emergency response. Hear the evolution of Maple Ridge Fire & Rescue from volunteer group to modern staffed fire service, how real incidents have generated adaptive responses, and how proactive collaboration between firefighters, City staff, partner agencies, community organizations, and residents helps keep Maple Ridge ready for whatever comes next.

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  Episode #8

  08 | Moving a Growing City

  Jun 22, 202644 minS1

  As Maple Ridge grows, transportation is becoming much more than the daily commute - it shapes how residents connect, work, recreate, and access local businesses, as well as key factorss like affordability and livability. In this episode, Mayor Dan Ruimy sits down with TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn to talk about what it really takes to build a transportation system that works for a fast-growing community like Maple Ridge. Together, they unpack the role of regional collaboration, updates on the long awaited Golden Ears Way 4-lane widening, the long-term nature of infrastructure planning, and why investments like Bus Rapid Transit, road improvements and active transportation can benefit everyone - not just transit users. The conversation also explores how reliable mobility supports economic growth, helps businesses attract customers and employees, and reduces the risks that come with growth outpacing transportation investment.

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  Episode #7

  07 | Building A Community For All – Faster!

  Jun 1, 202645 minS1

  What does it really take to build housing in Maple Ridge? How do you support developers to move projects forward faster while still protecting the infrastructure, livability, and long-term planning that residents count on? In this episode Mayor Dan Ruimy dives into housing, growth, and development with James Stiver, Director of Planning and Building for the City of Maple Ridge. James shares how the City is streamlining approvals through Development Services Optimization, highlights new tools like the Certified Professional Program and Velocity Concierge service, and explains how policy, infrastructure, and planning must work together to support complete communities. From digital permitting and faster reviews to transit-oriented growth and community planning, this conversation spotlights how Maple Ridge is working to support builders, respond to housing demand, and ensure growth is intentional, managed, and designed to benefit the whole community.

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  Episode #6

  06 | Water: The Hidden System Under Pressure

  May 18, 202642 minS1

  You turn on the tap and water is there. But behind that simple moment is a complex system under growing pressure. So what does it take to keep safe, reliable drinking water flowing in a growing city like Maple Ridge? In this episode Mayor Dan Ruimy sits down with Davin Wilson, Manager of Water Utility for the City of Maple Ridge, to talk about how our water system works, the planning and maintenance it takes to support it, and why conservation is a shared responsibility. Davin explains how growth, aging infrastructure, and hot summer conditions can put pressure on the system. From understanding where our water comes from to recognizing the role residents play in using it wisely, this episode highlights why we need to maintain this essential service.

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  Episode #5

  05 | When Disaster Strikes, Will You Be Ready?

  May 4, 202643 minS1

  The forests, rivers, and landscapes that make our community beautiful also bring unique disaster risks. So how can you prepare to keep yourself and your loved ones safe in an emergency? In this episode Mayor Dan Ruimy sits down with Edd Bennett, Emergency Response Program Manager for the City of Maple Ridge, to talk about local hazards, community resilience, and why preparedness is a shared responsibility. Edd explains how emergency planning helps protect residents, reduce pressure on first responders, and strengthens the city’s ability to respond and recover when major events happen. From knowing your risks and building a household plan to attending workshops and signing up for alerts, this conversation highlights the practical steps people can take to be more ready. It’s a timely reminder that while emergencies can’t always be prevented, preparation can make all the difference.

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