COQUITLAM, B.C., August 11, 2025 – In response to the heat warning issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada, the City of Coquitlam is encouraging residents to take precautions during the heat warning period.

Where to Cool Off in Coquitlam

The City offers a number of resources to help community members beat the heat, including air-conditioned indoor spaces, outdoor pools and free spray parks. Everyone is welcome to visit Coquitlam’s cooled public indoor spaces during regular operating hours. Visit www.coquitlam.ca/facilities for locations and hours of operation.

Air-Conditioned Recreation Centres:

• City Centre Aquatic Complex (1210 Pinetree Way) – Monday to Saturday from 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Note: The main pool (shallow end) is closed for unexpected maintenance and will reopen after the facility’s annual maintenance shutdown (October 6). The deep end remains open for public swimming.
• Maillardville Community Centre (1200 Cartier Avenue) – Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier Street) – Seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 
• Town Centre Park Community Centre (1207 Pinetree Way) – Sunday and Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

During heat warnings and extreme heat emergencies, domestic pets are allowed in designated areas of recreation centres, as long as they are kept under control and are on a leash, or in a cage or crate. 

Air-Conditioned Adult Recreation Centres:

• Dogwood Pavilion (1655 Winslow Avenue) – Monday, Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30  p.m, and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Glen Pine Pavilion (1200 Glen Pine Court) – Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sunday. 

Air-conditioned Libraries:

• City Centre Branch (1169 Pinetree Way) – Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Poirier Branch (575 Poirier Street) – Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Outdoor Pools and Spray Parks: Eagle Ridge Outdoor Pool (2689 Guildford Way) and Blue Mountain Wading Pool (975 King Albert Way) are open for drop-ins. Mundy Park Outdoor Pool (655 Hillcrest Street) is available for registration 48 hours in advance of the swim, with additional drop-in spaces available.

For information, hours and rates, visit www.coquitlam.ca/OutdoorPools. 

Coquitlam also has 10 free spray parks throughout the City, with most open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.:

• Burns Park Spray Park, 802 Edgar Avenue
• Cottonwood Spray Park, 672 Aspen Street
• Galloway Spray Park, 3404 Galloway Avenue
• Mackin Spray Park, 1046 Brunette Avenue
• Norm Staff Spray Park, 3320 David Avenue
• Panorama Spray Park, 1485 Johnson Street
• Rochester Spray Park, 1390 Rochester Avenue
• Sheffield Spray Park, 3510 Sheffield Avenue
• Blue Mountain Spray Park, 975 King Albert Avenue (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
• Town Centre Spray Park, 1299 Pinetree Way (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

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

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

Supporting At-Risk Community Members

Coquitlam residents are encouraged to check in on family, friends and neighbours, especially seniors, individuals with mobility challenges, or those with chronic health conditions. Help them find a cool space, watch for signs of heat-related illness and seek medical care if needed.

Staying Safe During Hot Weather

• Avoid strenuous activities or exercise during the hottest parts of the day.
• 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 and bottle refill stations.)
• Find shelter in shaded areas, such as parks and trails.
• Check on those at higher risk of heat illness and help them find a cool space or seek medical attention if needed. 
• Ensure pets have plenty of water and ways to stay cool down, 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 www.fraserhealth.ca.

Visit www.coquitlam.ca/WarmWeatherResources for additional information of City resources and tips, as well as links to the Province of BC’s ClimateReadyBC resource portal and Extreme Heat Guide.

Media contact:

Eva Kaczmarczyk
Manager, Risk and Emergency Programs 
City of Coquitlam
media@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.