COQUITLAM, B.C. August 11, 2025 – Looking to tidy up your home and pass along items you no longer need? Register for Coquitlam’s Fall City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event, taking place Saturday, September 20, and Sunday, September 21, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This popular event helps gently used household items find new homes – whether you’re selling them or giving them away. It’s also a fun way to connect with neighbours, explore sales across the city, and maybe even score a few great finds of your own.

Since the event began in 2014, more than 1,840 households have taken part, helping to keep usable items in circulation and out of the landfill.

Get on the Map and Join the Fun

When you sign up, your address will be included on the City’s interactive map. It will also be promoted through the City’s website and social media channels to help more shoppers find your sale and plan their route.

Register Online to Get Started

Registration opens Wednesday, August 13 and closes at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17.

The event is open to single-family and duplex homes, as well as multi-family buildings with permission from the property owner, manager or strata. Online registration and details are available at coquitlam.ca/GarageSale.

Participants can choose to take part on one or both days and select the types of items they’ll be offering, such as books, clothing, toys, electronics, home décor, furniture, tools or sports gear.

No Yard? No Problem! Take Part in the Fall Swap and Sale

Don’t have space for a garage sale? Apartment and condo residents can still join in the fun. On Saturday, September 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the City is hosting a Fall Swap and Sale at Centennial Pavilion (620 Poirier Street).

This indoor market-style event offers a great way to declutter, connect with others and keep good stuff out of the landfill. Entry is free for shoppers.

Reserve your spot by registering at coquitlam.ca/Registration using course ID 00196675. Tables are $33.88 each. The registration deadline is Wednesday, September 17.

Helpful Resources Available

Residents will also find tips on running a successful garage sale, signage templates, donation options and advice for what to do with leftover items after the event at coquitlam.ca/GarageSale.

Recycling Options

If residents have items remaining after the event, the City suggests these options for donation and proper disposal:

• Check out organizations and locations on our Guide to Donating Locally.
• Residents who receive Coquitlam’s curbside collection service can request curbside pickup of up to four large items with the Large Item Pick-up program by calling Waste Connections of Canada at 604-636-3521. coquitlam.ca/LIPU
• Residents can use the Waste Wizard search tool to enter whatever item they need to recycle, giveaway or dispose of and to find out where and how to dispose of it correctly. coquitlam.ca/WasteWizard
• Drop off eligible items at the United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre (995 United Boulevard). The facility features a large, full-service recycling depot for the free drop off of recyclables. The facility also hosts a Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver’s new donation centre located on-site to drop off items in working condition to help support their youth mentorship programs. For a list of accepted donations, visit their website at BigBrothersVancouver.com.

Coquitlam’s Environmental Sustainability Plan

Coquitlam finalized an Environmental Sustainability Plan in January 2022 that guides decisions and ensures the long-term resiliency and sustainability of the community. The Environmental Sustainability Plan is organized into five themes: Climate Action, Built Environment, Waste Management, Water Management and Natural Areas, Wildlife and Habitat. Learn more about the Environmental Sustainability Plan at coquitlam.ca/EnviroPlan.

Media Contact: 
Caresse Selk 
Senior Manager Environment 
604-927-3500
epw@coquitlam.ca

We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ (HUN-kuh-MEE-num) word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-KWET-lum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (kat-zee), and other Coast Salish Peoples.