The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee fosters awareness and understanding of the City’s multicultural population while identifying barriers relative to citizen involvement in the community and opportunities for public education. The Committee also reviews and provides input into the development and implementation of the City’s Multiculturalism policy and programs that enhance the culture of the community.
Meetings
- Wednesday February 19, 2025
- Wednesday, April 16, 2025 * Cancelled*
- Wednesday June 18, 2025
- Wednesday September 17, 2025
- Wednesday November 19, 2025
All meetings are scheduled from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. and located at Coquitlam City Hall at 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC unless otherwise stated.
Agendas and Minutes
Agendas are typically available one week prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
For more information, please email the City Clerk’s Office or call 604-927-3010.
Members
- Councillor Matt Djonlic, Chair
- Councillor Brent Asmundson, Vice-Chair
Citizen Representatives
- Parmis Bagher Zadeh
- Tina Balachandran
- Leo Chen
- Carolina Echeverri
- Honore Gbedze
- Ann Johannes
- Nikki Kasravi
- Bita Rezaei
- Edgar Sanchez
- Bibi Singh
- Lucie Wee
Mandate
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee:
- Fosters awareness and understanding of the City’s multicultural population and diversity;
- Initiates and facilitates discussion around existing and emerging multiculturalism issues;
- Identifies barriers relative to citizen involvement in the community;
- Reviews and provides input to Council regarding the City of Coquitlam’s Multiculturalism policy;
- Assists in the development of a multiculturalism policy implementation strategy for the City of Coquitlam;
- Identifies opportunities for public education and discussion regarding multiculturalism in the City;
- Provides input into the development and implementation of programs and services that enhance the culture of the community and create educational opportunities; and
- Consider and make recommendations to Council on matters identified in the Committee's work plan.
Work Plan
The Committee’s annual Work Plan is approved by Council.