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Local non-profit organizations can soon apply for funding to deliver programs, services and events that help make a difference in our community.

COQUITLAM, B.C., August 25, 2026 – Local non-profit organizations can soon apply for funding to deliver programs, services and events that help make a difference in our community.  

The fall intake period for the Spirit of Coquitlam Grant Program opens Tuesday, September 1 at 8 a.m. and will close on Tuesday, September 29 at 11:59 p.m. Full details are available at coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant. 

Whether supporting community connections, enriching lives or bringing people together, this program helps Coquitlam’s non-profit organizations turn their ideas into action. 

Online application forms will be available on the webpage once the intake period opens.

Supporting Local Non-Profits Since 2002

Since its launch, this program has awarded more than $10 million to 275 community groups – helping to bring programs, events and services to life in Coquitlam.

Grants are awarded twice a year and support projects that:

• Take place in Coquitlam
• A benefit to Coquitlam residents
• Align with the City’s strategic priorities
• Are sustainable beyond the grant funding

All applicants must be registered not-for-profits in good standing with the City. Funding is based on available funds and evaluation criteria. Priority may be given to groups that have not received funding previously.

Get Support with Your Application

A free webinar will be hosted by the Grant Coordinator to help potential applicants understand the grant criteria, application process and requirements, and set them up for success. 

• Date: Thursday, September 3
• Time: 7 p.m.
• Register to attend the webinar

Groups are encouraged to visit coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant to explore resources that can help answer questions about the program. They can also contact the Grant Coordinator at CommunityGrant@coquitlam.ca or 604-927-3571 to discuss their application.

Timing for Grant Application and Awards

The City reviews grant applications through the fall after the closure date. Announcement of successful applicants happen in December 2026 after Council approval.

Intake for the spring grant will open in February 2027.

About the Spirit of Coquitlam Grant Program

The Spirit of Coquitlam Grant Program was created in 2002 to assist local organizations in meeting their mandates and community goals. Since 2002, the City has awarded more than $10 million in Spirit of Coquitlam Grants to 275 different community organizations. The program is funded with Casino Host Agreement revenue. Full details are available at coquitlam.ca/SpiritGrant. 

Media Contact: Jenny Lush Director Partnerships and Planning 604-927-6132CommunityGrant@coquitlam.ca  

Grant Coordinator:604-927-3571CommunityGrant@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.

Get ready to vote in the upcoming General Local Election by registering in advance with Elections BC by Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

COQUITLAM, B.C., August 13, 2026 – Get ready to vote in the upcoming General Local Election by registering in advance with Elections BC by Tuesday, August 18, 2026. 

Who Should Register to Vote?

Register to vote if you:

• Are 18 years or older, have lived in B.C. for more than six months, and are a Canadian citizen
• Have moved since the last election, update your voter information such as your residential or mailing address
• Plan to vote by mail
• Are 16 or 17 years old,  you can add your name to the “Future Voters” list

Find the link to register at coquitlam.ca/elections.

If you own property in Coquitlam but don’t live here, you may qualify to vote as a non-resident property elector. Find eligibility criteria under “Voter Information” at coquitlam.ca/elections.

To register as a non-resident property elector, contact Coquitlam Election Headquarters at elections@coquitlam.ca or at 604-927-3025 before heading out to vote. 

Why Register to Vote?

Registering in advance makes voting faster and easier, whether you vote by mail, at any of the advance voting opportunities (October 5, 8, 10, 13 and 15) or on general voting day (October 17). 

The City of Coquitlam will be using the Provincial Voters List for the upcoming election. Eligible voters can still register in person at the voting place. Learn more about voter eligibility and ways to vote at coquitlam.ca/elections. 

Get Out and Vote

On Saturday, October 17, eligible voters will elect one Mayor, eight Councillors and four School Trustees for the next four years. 

Information on when and where to vote is available at coquitlam.ca/elections. Information will also be mailed to Coquitlam households in October, as well as shared with media, e-news subscribers and social media followers. 

Stay up to date on information about the election by subscribing to Election News, follow the City of Coquitlam on social media or visit coquitlam.ca/elections.

Media contact:Stephanie NicholsChief Election OfficerCity of Coquitlamelections@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.

Keep gently used items out of the landfill and make more room in your home by joining the fall edition of Coquitlam’s City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event.

COQUITLAM, B.C. August 11, 2026 – Keep gently used items out of the landfill and make more room in your home by joining the fall edition of Coquitlam’s City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event. 

This event takes place on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register now to have a sale at your house at coquitlam.ca/GarageSale.

Since launching in 2014, more than 2,299 households have taken part, keeping thousands of items from being thrown away. Participants can sell or give away gently used household items to give them a second life and contributing to a circular economy. 

When you sign up, your address is added to the City’s interactive map and promoted through the City’s website and social media channels to help more people find your sale as they plan their routes. 

Garage Sales Help Keep Items Out of the Landfill

The City-Wide Garage Sale and Giveaway Event supports the City’s waste-reduction goals by helping extend the life of everyday items and reducing what ends up in the landfill. It aligns with key priorities in the Environmental Sustainability Plan to: 

• Minimize waste generation 
• Maximize reuse, recycling and material recovery 
• Ensure opportunities exist to recycle or repurpose unwanted items to discourage illegal dumping and littering

 It’s also a great way to explore neighbourhoods across the city and connect with your community while discovering new-to-you treasures. 

Register Online to Get Started

Registration is now open and closes at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16. 

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 selling or giving away, such as books, clothing, toys, electronics, home décor, furniture, tools or sports gear. 

No Yard? No Problem! Join the Dogwood Fall Swap and Sale

Don’t have space for a garage sale? Apartment and condo residents can still participate in sustainable style at the Dogwood Fall Swap and Sale on Saturday, September 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This indoor market-style event at Dogwood’s Centennial Pavilion and offers free entry for shoppers. Reserve your spot by registering at coquitlam.ca/Registration using Course ID 232811 by Wednesday, September 16 at 12 a.m. Tables are $34.65 each plus tax. 

Helpful Resources Available

Residents can 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 Pickup 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 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 Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

Taking action to address environmental and climate sustainability is one of Coquitlam's key strategic priorities. This is reflected in the City's newly approved 2026 Climate Action Plan and 2022 Environmental Sustainability Plan, which outline key goals and objectives in supporting the long-term resiliency and sustainability of our community. 

Media contact:Angela YeungEnvironmental Education and Enforcement Manager604-927-3500epw@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.

The City's contractor will be completing work at the intersection at Pipeline Road and David Avenue starting on August 24 to 28 from 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Traffic signals at intersection will be temporarily out of service. Plan alternate route.

What: Pipeline Road Upgrades - Phase 2 (Storm Works and Traffic Signal Upgrades)

Where: Intersection at Pipeline Road and David Avenue (Location Map)

When: Monday, August 24 to Friday, August 28 (weather permitting). Work will take place between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Traffic Impacts: There will be traffic delays. In order to complete this work, traffic signals at intersection will be temporarily out of service and traffic personnel will be in place to direct road users. Crews will work on one corner of the intersection at a time. Pedestrians detours will be in place while work is taking place. Please plan an alternate route to avoid delays or plan extra time when using this route.

Driver Safety Reminder:When traveling through the construction zone, please:

• Drive with extreme caution and follow construction speed limits.
• Keep a close watch for work crews and heavy machinery.
• Obey all construction signage and instructions from traffic personnel.

Thank you for your patience as City of Coquitlam’s contractor completes this necessary work. 

For more information on the Pipeline Road Upgrade Project – David to Guildford Section, please visit www.coquitlam.ca/PipelineRoad 

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

Starting the week of August 24, traffic along Dewdney Trunk Road will be reduced to single-lane alternating traffic between Locarno Drive to Cawthra Court for approximately two months, as part of the Metro Vancouver Dewdney Trunk Water Main Project.

What: Metro Vancouver Dewdney Trunk Road Water Main Construction 

Where: Dewdney Trunk Road between Locarno Drive and Cawthra Court (Location Map)

When: Work is scheduled to begin the week of August 24 and expected to remain in place for approximately two months.

Traffic Impacts & What to Expect:

• Single-lane alternating traffic on Dewdney Trunk Road between Locarno Drive and Cawthra Court.
• Access to Locarno Drive and Cawthra Court will be maintained.
• Pedestrian access will be maintained.
• Please plan an alternate route to avoid delays or plan extra time. 

 Driver Safety Reminder:When traveling through the construction zone, please:

• Drive with extreme caution and follow construction speed limits.
• Keep a close watch for work crews and heavy machinery.
• Obey all construction signage and instructions from traffic personnel.

Thank you for your patience as Metro Vancouver's contractor completes this necessary work. 

Follow the City on our social media channels Facebook and Instagram where we update regularly with info on traffic hot spots.

For more information, contact:Metro Vancouver Information Centre: 604-432-6200After Hours Emergency: 604-451-6610Email: icentre@metrovancouver.org (Include “Dewdney Trunk Road Water Main – Mariner Way Section” in the subject line of your email)Website: metrovancouver.org (Search for “Dewdney Trunk Road Water Main – Mariner Way Section” for more information or to sign up for project updates)