Notice is hereby given that the City of Coquitlam will be holding a Public Hearing to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to address Council regarding the proposed bylaws as noted on the Public Hearing page. Read on...
The Repair Café is partnering with the Coquitlam Public Library on Saturday, July 13, where volunteers will fix reparable items to help keep them out of the landfill. Read on...
Residents undertaking home improvement projects this summer can minimize the risk of fire by following recommendations to keep themselves, their families and their communities safe. Read on...
Coquitlam is moving forward with active transportation, accessibility, and safety improvements along Nelson Street in Southwest Coquitlam, supported by strong community and Council support. Read on...
Coquitlam’s 2024/2025 curbside collection calendars are here, with important information on garbage and green waste pickup schedules and additional waste management programs offered. Read on...
Murals, bike racks, benches and lights will be brightening up Coquitlam streets throughout 2024 as part of the City’s streetscape enhancement program. Read on...
Coquitlam Council approved an update to Coquitlam’s Stream and Drainage System Protection Bylaw to expand real-time monitoring and control of water treatment to all major development sites city-wide. Read on...
Coquitlam has released its 2023 Annual Report, offering a look back at the City’s accomplishments, financial position and areas of strategic focus over the last year. Read on...
Coquitlam residents and community groups are encouraged to help protect local streams by volunteering to mark storm drains with yellow fish. Read on...
Coquitlam has released its 2024 – 2028 Financial Plan, a comprehensive publication that details the 2024 five-year financial plan adopted by Council. Read on...
Coquitlam block parties are back, encouraging community spirit with $150 cash grants.
The block party program helps residents connect with their neighbors and brings people together to create lively and thriving neighborhoods. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is providing more than $183,000 to support local non-profit and community-based organizations, for everything from afterschool programs and youth sports equipment to community events and cultural festivals. Read on...
Coquitlam is altering its Business Plan, shifting priorities and rebuilding financial systems in order to address the significant operational and financial impacts imposed by recent provincial legislative mandates. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam has released an updated Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap designed to guide the decisions that will shape the future of the community. Read on...
Coquitlam is hosting the City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway event this weekend, encouraging residents to give pre-loved treasures a new home and help keep items out of the landfill. Read on...
Residential and commercial property owners will be receiving their property tax notices in the coming weeks. Property owners who have signed up for electronic notices should receive their eBills this week. Read on...
During National Public Works Week, May 19 to 25, Coquitlam celebrates the public works professionals who provide essential services to the City and its residents. Read on...
A new community centre, improvements to parks, and facility upgrades to ensure the long life of City assets were among the highlights of Coquitlam’s Capital Projects annual report shared with City Council this week. Read on...
The Summer Child and Youth Pass is back for 2024. For just $25, kids up to 18 can enjoy unlimited access to all drop-in activities at Coquitlam's pools and recreation centers from June 14 to September 2. Read on...
Coquitlam won first place for the ground-breaking use of Visual Plan, a digital asset management tool, at the national Canadian Network of Asset Managers conference in Edmonton last week. Read on...
Coquitlam residents and commuters are invited to a drop-in information session to learn about Phase 2 of the Guildford Greenway project and road safety improvements. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is encouraging the community to get involved and share feedback to help shape its first Urban Forest Management Strategy. Read on...
Coquitlam residents who have started their spring cleaning can support a circular economy by registering for Coquitlam’s City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event. Read on...
Visitors to Coquitlam’s city centre will soon have another community space in their neighbourhood when Town Centre Park Community Centre opens its doors to the public on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Read on...
Coquitlam residents are invited to bring small household items that need to be fixed to the City’s Repair Café on Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Street). Read on...
Summer program registration opens soon, with swimming lesson registration starting on April 23 at 8:30 a.m. Find fitness classes, outdoor recreation, tennis and bike camps, and more happening from July to September 2024. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam will be boosting investment and growth in its business sector through strategic marketing efforts, supported by recent federal grant funding. Read on...
Coquitlam residents, business owners and partners are invited to contribute to a conversation about their community at the City’s upcoming Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. Read on...
Council received a project update Monday afternoon on the feedback from recent community engagement, as well as the plan’s proposed priority areas, long-term approaches and strategies. Read on...
Join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week from April 14 – 20 as the City extends its gratitude to all volunteers. Their dedication and generosity enhance the fabric of our community, making a profound impact on the lives of residents. Read on...
Coquitlam’s Junior Firefighter program kicks off its sixth year with local youth spending part of their spring break training to be firefighters. Read on...
Coquitlam is extending its commitment to promote greener travel through an extension of its e-scooter pilot to 2028 while also moving forward with a broader E-Mobility Strategy. Read on...
At HUB Cycling’s 11th Annual Bike Awards on March 12, Coquitlam received an Infrastructure Improvement Award for its first-ever City-built protected bike lane. Read on...
Coquitlam’s Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex at 633 Poirier Street will undergo its annual maintenance closure on the pool and fitness centre starting Tuesday, April 2. Read on...
If you had $500 to spend, what small project or event could you dream up to bring people together?
Coquitlam residents of all ages have until April 18 to apply for a Neighbourhood Small Grant (NSG) of up to $500. Read on...
After record-breaking progress on new rental units in 2023, Coquitlam anticipates a slowdown in housing gains due to the impacts of new provincial legislation. Read on...
Coquitlam’s award-winning Child Care Partnership Strategy has facilitated more than 680 new child care spaces that are "in-stream" or at various stages of the development approvals process. Read on...
As Coquitlam works to build a safe, accessible and connected transportation network, members of the community are invited to learn more and share feedback on proposed improvements to Nelson Street. Read on...
If you’re looking for a fun and rewarding place to build a career, then mark your calendars and join us at Pinetree Community Centre, March 8-9. Read on...
Coquitlam Fire Rescue is offering free wood chipping to residents in the Westwood Plateau neighborhood, one of the City’s wildland-urban interface areas at a greater risk for wildfires. Read on...
Over the next five weeks, interested members of the public are invited to share their input on three future community amenities in the neighbourhood. Read on...
Coquitlam is proud to be named one of BC’s Top Employers for the seventh year in a row, reflecting our ongoing commitments to City staff and to our wider community. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam has implemented new accessibility features to foster inclusivity and help guide patrons visiting the aquatics facilities at its two largest recreation complexes. Read on...
Coquitlam's Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Services Officers will be active in the community this year, encouraging local dogs to assist in training their human companions for the benefit of everyone's enjoyment in local parks. Read on...
As predicted, the snow arrived in Coquitlam at approximately midnight. As of 11 a.m., the snowfall remains quite intense, and is predicted to continue that way through most of the day. Read on...
With more winter weather in the forecast, Coquitlam continues to prepare for the impacts and reminds residents of their responsibilities to be prepared. Read on...
Starting on February 1, non-profit organizations serving Coquitlam will have an opportunity to apply for financial support through the City’s Spirit of Coquitlam Grant program. Read on...
Dog owners in the City of Coquitlam are reminded that 2023 dog licences expired on December 31 and the discount period to renew is underway. Read on...
Recently, the B.C. government introduced sweeping changes to the framework for how municipalities plan and approve homes through three new pieces of legislation. Read on...
It will be anything but a silent night on Saturday, December 23, at Lafarge Lake as Coquitlam looks to break a world record hosting Jingle Bells Night. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam mourns the passing of Don Cunnings, a Freedom of the City recipient whose indelible mark on the community spans four decades of dedicated service and volunteering. Read on...
Following previous statements, the City of Coquitlam is providing an update on the geotechnical issue at the Amacon Construction Ltd. development site at 500 Foster Avenue in Coquitlam. Read on...
Building on the momentum of the recent Growing Together Employment Forum, the City of Coquitlam and the Tri-Cities Local Immigration Partnership are excited to introduce a joint mentorship pilot project. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is providing more than $136,000 to support local non-profit and community-based organizations, for everything from conservation projects and emergency services to festivals and sports tournaments. Read on...
Coquitlam’s 2024 budget intends to make critical investments in key community priorities – including public safety and housing – while maintaining core services and protecting public assets. Read on...
Following the statements issued on November 30 and December 1, the City of Coquitlam is providing an update on the geotechnical issue at the Amacon Construction Ltd. development site at 500 Foster Avenue in Coquitlam. Read on...
Following the statement issued on November 30, the City of Coquitlam is providing an update on the geotechnical issue at the Amacon Construction Ltd. development site at 500 Foster Avenue. Read on...
Scavenger hunts, pirate parties and caroling nights are just some of ways visitors can spark joy at their Lights at Lafarge experience this winter. Read on...
Coquitlam grade 11 and 12 students interested in gaining hands-on Fire/Rescue training with the Junior Firefighter Program are encouraged to apply by Friday, December 8. Read on...
Coquitlam’s Lights at Lafarge – Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor lights display – returns with new lighting features and a free kick-off event that’s sure to spark your holiday spirit. Read on...
With hundreds of new homes going up across the community, Coquitlam is taking action to reduce the disruptions that can come with construction. Read on...
Coquitlam is receiving a federal investment of more than $4.4 million to support a project that will minimize the risk of future flooding events, as announced today by MP Ron McKinnon and Dennis Marsden, Acting Mayor for Coquitlam. Read on...
Coquitlam highlights the availability of free parking for veterans and encourages residents to join the City in honouring veterans in meaningful ways this Remembrance Day, including poppy painting and messages of remembrance. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is committed to fostering a more inclusive community and has continued to implement measures to prioritize accessibility over the last year. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is celebrating a milestone in its commitment to sustainable technological innovation with the successful completion of its LED Street Light Conversion Program. Read on...
As Coquitlam continues to work on initiatives to support a strong and resilient future, the City is inviting the public to learn more and help shape the Climate Action Plan. Read on...
Coquitlam residents can once again set out additional yard waste for free curbside pickup on their regular collection day between October 23 to November 30. Read on...
There are some exciting changes in store for recreation registration this year. On November 7 the registration period for winter recreation programs is launching on with an expanded calendar that divides registration dates out by program type. Read on...
Celebrate local salmon-spawning creeks with free activities at Coquitlam’s popular Salmon Come Home event on Sunday, October 22 at the Hoy Creek Hatchery. Read on...
October is Circular Economy Month and Coquitlam is inviting residents to bring their smaller household items to get repaired instead of having to dispose of or replace them. Read on...
Coquitlam was recognized for several awards at the 2023 Communities in Bloom (CiB) National and International Symposium and Awards, including a rating of 5 Blooms – Gold with special recognition for Immigrant Link Centre Society and Read on...
During Fire Prevention Week, October 8 to 14, Coquitlam Fire/Rescue is reminding everyone about the importance of cooking safety, as cooking is the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries - Cooking Safety Starts with You. Read on...
Coquitlam residents and visitors to Town Centre Park are reminded of Metro Vancouver’s construction work along Pipeline Road, which will affect the park and traffic flow in the area. Read on...
Responses are in for Coquitlam’s annual Community Satisfaction Survey, and data from nearly 800 residents shows strong satisfaction with City services. Read on...
A wind warning is in the forecast in Coquitlam over the next 24 hours. Residents are asked to take precautions and be prepared, as high winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam joins communities and individuals across the nation in honouring the Survivors of the residential school system, the children who did not make it home, and their families and communities. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is offering deepest sympathies following a police incident in Coquitlam, which claimed the life of a dedicated RCMP officer and left two other officers injured. Read on...
A Coquitlam pilot project launched this month will deliver user-friendly, actionable data on park use, vehicle crash sites and economic development. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam is asking for feedback on improvements and amenities you want to see as we move forward with the next phase of the Glen Park Master Plan. Read on...
We each have a role to play in nurturing a sense of belonging and ensuring the safety of everyone in Coquitlam, whether they live here or are just visiting. Read on...
Do you have a keen interest to contribute to your community? Coquitlam is accepting applications for its Public Library Board and Board of Variance. Read on...
Tap into your creative spirit in September and October as Coquitlam joins communities across Canada in celebrating Culture Days from September 22 to October 15. Read on...
Coquitlam is delivering on commitments to protect and enhance the natural environment, and to prepare for the impacts of our changing climate. Read on...
Coquitlam’s Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (PSLC) at 633 Poirier St. will undergo its annual maintenance closure from Tuesday, Oct. 10 to Monday, Oct. 23, reopening Tuesday, Oct. 24. Read on...
Start your fall cleanup and reduce waste by registering for Coquitlam’s Fall City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event taking place September 23 and 24. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam has opened a number of cleaner air spaces to provide short-term relief to individuals at risk and those suffering from the current air quality conditions in our area. Read on...
Registered not-for-profit organizations based in and serving Coquitlam residents can apply for financial support from the City through the fall Spirit of Coquitlam Grant program. Read on...
The City of Coquitlam has opened a number of cleaner air spaces to provide short-term relief to individuals at risk and those suffering from the current air quality conditions in our area. Read on...
Residents and park visitors are urged to take precautions as Coquitlam’s fire risk remains at a dangerously high level during ongoing drought conditions with wind and dry lightning forecasted. Read on...
Get ready for an electrifying crescendo as Coquitlam’s 2023 Summer Concert Series ends on a bold note in Town Centre Park on Friday, Sept. 1. Read on...
Coquitlam’s City Centre Aquatic Complex (CCAC) will undergo its annual maintenance closure from Tuesday, Sept. 5 to Sunday, Oct. 1, reopening on Monday, Oct. 2. Read on...
As temperatures continue to climb, and Environment Canada and Fraser Health issue heat warnings, the City of Coquitlam is reminding residents of the different options to find local relief from the heat and stay safe during the current heat warning. Read on...
Live music from award-winning musicians, captivating dance performances, Indigenous and cultural education opportunities, and more are just days away at this weekend’s Kaleidoscope Arts Festival. Read on...
Coquitlam residents can soon plan their fall activities, hobbies and events as registration for general recreation, fitness and park programs opens on Aug. 16 at 8:30 a.m. Read on...
New murals, feature lighting and more have started to make an appearance across Coquitlam through the City’s streetscape enhancement program. Read on...
Coquitlam is reminding residents, park visitors and businesses to make sure they are not allowing bears access to attractants such as garbage, birdseed or fruit. Read on...
Coquitlam residents of all ages and abilities are invited to learn about local sports opportunities, test their skills, enjoy free slushies and play sports games at the City’s popular Sports Fair. Read on...
Get ready for fabulous food truck fare and foot-stomping fun as The Promised take the stage in Town Centre Park on Friday, August 4, as part of Coquitlam’s free Summer Concert Series. Read on...
Coquitlam continues to support the delivery of much-needed housing as it launches of a new online portal that makes it easier to submit development applications. Read on...
Following public feedback and further staff assessments, Coquitlam’s Northeast Community Centre is moving into design with the confirmation of the proposed building amenities and spaces, including a larger pool. Read on...
Coquitlam supports regional water restrictions to help ensure an adequate supply of water for critical uses such as drinking and firefighting during the dry summer months. Read on...
Coquitlam’s Kaleidoscope Arts Festival – the Tri-Cities’ ultimate celebration of arts and culture – returns with captivating performances and immersive arts activities at two fantastic locations August 18 and 19. Read on...
Coquitlam will soon receive a $150,000 boost for its work pinpointing and planning for future risks, including natural disasters related to climate change. Read on...
Coquitlam’s ongoing efforts to mitigate wildfire risk, includes training, interdepartmental and inter-agency collaboration, strengthened enforcement, and public education. Read on...
Coquitlam has released its 2023 – 2027 Financial Plan, entitled Building for the Future, a public-facing document that provides the details of the five-year financial plan adopted by Council. Read on...
Registration for fall programs opens this summer with two important dates. Swimming and skating programs open for registration on July 26 at 8:30 a.m., while registration for general recreation, fitness and park programs opens August 16 at 8:30 a.m. Read on...
The Mariner Park tennis courts will be replaced this summer, with improvements scheduled to begin in July and continue through to the end of September 2023. Read on...
On behalf of the City of Coquitlam, City Council extends our heartfelt support and recognition to Kwikwetlem First Nation on the occasion of Swelkexwtn ("This is our land"!) Day being celebrated on July 1. Read on...
The wildfire at Minnekhada Regional Park is a stark reminder of the importance of proactive measures to prevent – and fight – fires in our community. Read on...
City crews will be completing maintenance work on the centre medians along Lougheed Highway between Chilko Drive and Orchid Drive on Wednesday, June 26 and Thursday, June 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Read on...
The City's contractor is scheduled to repave a number of streets in the Ranch Park Area. Construction is expected to begin the week of June 24 and will be ongoing for 3 months (weather dependent). Crews will work Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Read on...
The City's contractor will be completing a number of road safety improvements at the intersection of Barnet Highway and Lansdowne Drive. Work is expected to begin the week of June 17 and will take approximately two months to complete (weather dependent). Read on...