Extreme Heat

Where to Cool Off in Coquitlam

The City offers a number of resources to help community members beat the heat, including cooled indoor spaces, outdoor pools and free spray parks. 

At all times, everyone is welcome to visit Coquitlam’s cooled public indoor spaces during regular business hours, including Coquitlam City Hall and all recreation centres. 

Outdoor Pools and Spray Parks: Eagle Ridge Outdoor Pool (2689 Guildord Way) and Blue Mountain Wading Pool (975 King Albert Way) are open for drop-ins. For information, hours and rates visit coquitlam.ca/OutdoorPools. (Note: Spani Outdoor Pool is closed for the 2023 season to facilitate a renovation.)

Coquitlam also has 10 free spray parks throughout the city:

There are also many local parks that offer shaded areas and urban forest shade. To find park locations near you, visit coquitlam.ca/ParkFinder.

Libraries, malls, restaurants and retail shops are also great places to get out of the heat and support local businesses while enjoying air-conditioned spaces. 

Staying Safe During Hot Weather

  • Avoid activities that require lots of effort, or exercise during the daytime when the weather is hottest.
  • Wear light clothing and a hat when in direct sun.
  • Stay hydrated with cool liquids, especially water. (Note: Many City parks, including Town Centre Park and Mundy Park, have drinking water fountains.)
  • Find shelter in shaded areas, such as parks and trails.
  • Check on people at risk and get them to a cool space or seek medical attention, if required.
  • Offer pets plenty of water and ways to stay cool, such as a cool damp towel to lay on.
  • Never leave pets or children in enclosed vehicles, even with windows open or in the shade.

More tips and information on how to recognize symptoms of heat-related illness and heatstroke are available from Fraser Health at FraserHealth.ca.

Looking Out for the Heath and Safety of Yourself and Others

Excessive heat can be dangerous to your health and the health of your loved ones. But there are many things you can do to prepare for warm weather or an extreme heat emergency. Follow these tips to help keep cool and ensure the safety of others: 

  • Seek out cool indoor spaces such as community centres and libraries, air conditioned businesses and community organizations;
  • Avoid activities that require a lot of effort, or exercise during the daytime when the weather is hottest;
  • Wear light clothing and a hat when in direct sun;
  • Stay hydrated – alcohol-free, caffeine-free and sugar-free drinks are best;
  • Find shelter in shaded areas such as parks and trails;
  • Check on people at risk – ensure elderly neighbours and those with accessibility challenges or chronic illnesses are not showing signs of heat related illness, and get them to a cool space or seek medical attention if required;
  • Offer pets plenty of water and ways to stay cool, such as a cool damp towel to lay on; and
  • Never leave pets or children in enclosed vehicles, even with windows open or in the shade.

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Stay Informed

When necessary, the City may provide information about heat risks through public service advisories, website updates, and social media. 

You can also stay informed about weather forecasts by downloading Environment and Climate Change Canada's WeatherCAN app.