Accessibility is at the forefront of the services that the City of Coquitlam provides. Delivering community facilities, infrastructure, neighbourhood plans and community recreation programs for people of all ages and abilities are just a few examples of our commitment to accessibility.
At the City we:
- Develop and periodically update our plans and regulations to guide the planning and implementation of our services, neighbourhoods, community facilities, recreation programs, parks and infrastructure.
- Encourage the cost-effective provision of housing which either meets, or can readily be adapted to meet, the needs of people with disabilities.
- Design and build a street network that is accessible to individuals of varying ages and abilities.
- Design and build pedestrian infrastructure with the abilities of all users in mind.
- Provide access to local transit through sidewalk connections, passenger landing pads, and other bus stop facilities for people of all abilities.
- Welcome people of all abilities to our Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities programs and services.
- Commit to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)– an overarching Business Plan Priority focusing on initiatives to build an equitable and inclusive society for all.
From planning and regulation to implementation, accessibility is and will continue to be at the heart of the services we provide.
The City of Coquitlam is committed to enhancing accessibility within the community. As of Sept. 1, 2023, municipalities are listed as prescribed organizations in the Accessible British Columbia Act. Find out more about what the City is doing on the Enhancing Accessibility page.
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Recreation Accessibility Resource Guide
Coquitlam offers adaptive programs, accessible facilities and equipment to enhance recreation accessibility in the community to provide opportunities for people of all ages, abilities and means to access recreation. View the Recreation Accessibility Resource Guide (PDF).