News Flash

Road and utility construction in the summer often leads to frustrating traffic impacts, so the City works to reduce these impacts wherever possible while critical infrastructure is upgraded and maintained.

COQUITLAM, B.C., June 24, 2026 – Road and utility construction in the summer often leads to frustrating traffic impacts, so the City works to reduce these impacts wherever possible while critical infrastructure is upgraded and maintained.  

Residents can stay informed about upcoming road work by signing up for traffic alerts via email, text message and by following the City on social media.   

Why It Happens in the Summer

Like most municipalities, road paving, sidewalks and other transportation construction takes place during warmer, drier months, when site and weather conditions are the best for asphalt paving and concrete work. 

This work ensures that infrastructure can continue to safely accommodate the needs of a growing community. 

Along with roads, many underground utilities are located under major routes in Coquitlam, and these utilities also need regular maintenance, upgrades and replacements — including water, sanitary, drainage and more. Road repaving following this work is necessary to restore the asphalt surface, and this also ideally happens in the summer. 

Learn more about ongoing projects this summer at coquitlam.ca/TrafficHotSpots and visit the Road Work and Construction Frequently Asked Questions.

Working to Reduce Traffic Impacts

The City takes various measures to reduce the traffic disruptions that road work and other construction can create for residents. 

• Short-term full road closures help to get the construction work done as soon as possible. 
• Night-time or off-peak hours work on major routes help avoid or reduce congestion. Nearby residents are notified if nighttime work will be taking place in their area, and potential noise impacts are considered and managed.
• Major work near schools is scheduled in July and August, as traffic and pedestrian volumes are lower in those areas at that time.

The City also works closely with developers, contractors, and other third parties such as BC Hydro, Fortis BC and Metro Vancouver to ensure adherence to bylaws and to mitigate impacts to residents. Timing is coordinated with other projects like water, sewer and drainage replacements to reduce the number of times a road is under construction.

Navigating Construction Zones Safely

All road users are encouraged to travel safely and responsibly in construction zones.

• Plan extra time or use alternate routes to avoid delays. 
• Follow posted speed limits, stay alert, avoid distractions, and remember that anticipated start and end dates may change due to weather or other delays.
• Obey flaggers or traffic controllers.

Manage your Commute and Stay Informed

There are a number of ways to keep up to date on traffic impacts this summer:

• Check traffic hotspots, or areas impacted by construction or road work, regularly on the City’s website at coquitlam.ca/TrafficHotSpots.
• Sign up for direct emails at coquitlam.ca/NotifyMe (scroll to bottom of the page and select Road Work and Construction News Flash.)
• Follow the City’s social media channels on Facebook and Instagram.
• Subscribe to the Coquitlam Current biweekly e-newsletter. 

Media contact:Chad BraleySenior Manager, Design and ConstructionDoug McLeodDirector, Transportation604-927-4303epw@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.

Construction starts this summer on new tennis courts for Town Centre Park, after Council approved the final design plans on Monday.

COQUITLAM, B.C., June 24, 2026 – Construction starts this summer on new tennis courts for Town Centre Park, after Council approved the final design plans on Monday. 

Once construction is complete and the new courts are open, the existing tennis courts will be converted into open lawn space for community use, including events, festivals, picnics and informal recreation. 

New Courts to Serve Up Better Play

The expanded tennis facility will feature 10 dedicated full-size tennis courts and one half court, all built with high quality playing surfaces and LED sports lighting for improved visibility and extended play. 

Spectator seating with designated areas for mobility devices and strollers will line the western edge of the courts, while a new social patio to the south will offer flexible gathering space with moveable seating and tables.

Next to the social patio, a new energy-efficient support building will replace the existing clubhouse. This new facility will provide modern meeting space for both players and the wider community, including a kitchenette and accessible washroom. Large windows and full-height glazing will bring in natural light and offer year-round views of the surrounding mountains and the courts.

Updates to Support Park Services

In line with the Town Centre Park Master Plan, the relocated and expanded tennis facility will displace the existing East Works Yard. To support seamless and efficient park operations, staff will relocate administrative functions into the existing Percy Perry Stadium office. A new storage area for park maintenance equipment and essentials will also be added at the south end of the stadium, just north of the new tennis courts. 

Detours and Park Impacts

During construction, some park trails around the new courts will be closed for the safety of park users. Please follow all detour signs. 

To see artist renderings of the new courts and find project updates, visit coquitlam.ca/TCP.

Media contact:Doron Fishman Senior Manager, Park Planning and Design605-927-6300 ParksAndConsultation@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.

Coquitlam property owners have one more week to pay property taxes and avoid penalty before the July 2 deadline.

COQUITLAM, B.C., June 23, 2026 – Coquitlam property owners have one more week to pay property taxes and avoid penalty before the July 2 deadline. 

Late payments are subject to a five per cent penalty after July 2, with a further five per cent penalty added after September 15 (including unclaimed Home Owner Grants). 

If you have not received your property tax notice, email PropertyTax@coquitlam.ca. 

Ways to Pay Your Property Taxes

• At your bank in person or online using the 8-digit folio/roll number from your tax notice.
• By credit card online using both the 8-digit folio/roll number and the access code from your tax notice. Credit card payments are subject to a two per cent processing fee.
• By cheque via the secure drop boxes at City Hall (3000 Guildford Way) and Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St.). Cheques can be post-dated up to the due date (do not deposit cash).
• In-person at City Hall by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed Wednesday, July 1). 

Cheque payment by mail is also accepted. During a postal disruption, you are still responsible for making your tax payments on time. Deadlines and penalties still apply.   

Learn more about how your tax dollars are spent, find programs to help you pay, and sign-up for payment reminders at coquitlam.ca/PropertyTaxes. 

Media Contact:Brian NorthRevenue Services Manager604-927-3050PropertyTax@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.

City crews will be completing maintenance work on the centre medians along Lougheed Hwy, near the Chilko Dr intersection. Work will be taking place on Tuesday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Traffic will be limited to single lane in each direction.

What: Centre Median Maintenance Work

Where: Lougheed Highway, just north and south of the Chilko Drive intersection (Location Map)

When: Tuesday, June 23, between the hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Traffic Impacts: During active construction, traffic will be limited to a single lane in each direction.    Please plan an alternate route to avoid delays or plan extra time when using this route. 

Travel with caution through construction zones, watch for work crews and equipment, and obey all traffic personnel and signs, including construction speed limits. Thank you for your patience.

For more information, contact:Engineering and Public Works Customer Service604-927-3500epw@coquitlam.ca 

The City's contractor will be completing underground utility work along Shaughnessy Street from Lodge Drive to Parkland Drive, starting May 22 and will be ongoing for six weeks. Work will take place Mon to Fri, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please plan extra time.

What: Underground Utility Work - Storm Work

Where: Shaughnessy Street from Lodge Drive to Parkland Drive  (Location Map)

When: Underground work is scheduled to begin on Friday, May 22 and will be ongoing for approximately six weeks. Work will take place Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with occasional Saturday work. 

Impacts: Traffic flow and street parking will be impacted during active construction. Please plan an alternate route to avoid delays or plan extra time when using this route.

Travel with caution through construction zones, watch for work crews and equipment, and obey all traffic personnel and signs, including construction speed limits. Thank you for your patience.

For more information, please contact:Public Works Liaison604-927-3550pwl@coquitlam.ca 

Starting May 11, a section of Cedar Drive between 4150 Cedar Drive and Gilleys Trail (north of Victoria Drive) will be fully closed 24/7 until fall 2027. All road users, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, will be detoured via Victoria Drive.

What: Cedar Drive Upgrade Project – Phase 2

Where: Cedar Drive between 4150 Cedar Drive and Gilleys Trail (north of Victoria Drive)  - Road Closure Area / Detour Map

When: Starting Monday, May 11 and ongoing until fall 2027. This closure will be in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days per week

Traffic Impacts: This section of Cedar Drive between 4150 Cedar Drive and Gilleys Trail will be fully closed. All road users, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, will be detoured via Victoria Drive. Signage will be in place in the area to inform road users of the closure.

To stay up-to-date on project updates, including traffic impacts, please visit www.coquitlam.ca/CedarDrive and/or visit www.coquitlam.ca/NotifyMe to subscribe to Cedar Drive Upgrade Project to receive project updates via email.

 We apologize for the disruption and inconvenience, and appreciate your patience as the contractor completes these necessary upgrades.

For more information, contact:Public Works Liaison604-927-3550pwl@coquitlam.ca