COQUITLAM, B.C., February 10, 2026 – The City of Coquitlam has been named one of BC’s Top Employers for the ninth consecutive year – an achievement that reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to building a workplace that develops strong leaders, supports employee well-being, and delivers excellence in public service.
This award recognizes Coquitlam’s people-focused culture, which attracts and retains skilled professionals motivated by purpose-driven work. By investing in its employees, the City strengthens its ability to delivery services with care, accountability and a deep understanding of the community it serves.
The BC’s Top Employer competition, led by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers celebrates organizations with exceptional workplaces. Employers are evaluated on criteria such as employee training and skills development, health and wellness programs, community involvement, and workplace and culture.
Learn more about what makes Coquitlam a top employer at https://bit.ly/Coquitlam-TopEmployer2026 .
Doing Work that Matters
Employees at the City of Coquitlam do meaningful work that has a direct impact on residents’ daily lives. This shared sense of purpose allows staff to contribute to meaningful initiatives, collaborate effectively, and deliver on service excellence. Staff are encouraged to collaborate across departments, apply best practices, and contribute to initiatives that advance equity, accessibility, and service excellence.
This commitment is reflected in work like the City’s recently opened Mundy Park Pool, the newly adopted Climate Action Plan, and the upcoming Burke Mountain Community Centre. These projects and more reflect community priorities and amenities that continue to make Coquitlam a great place to live, work and play.
Growing Leadership from Within
Continuous learning is part of Coquitlam’s culture, and a key part of this year’s award recognition. With a strong focus on technical expertise and essential skills, including conflict management, customer service and accessibility, the City can ensure a strong talent pool for today and the future. Coquitlam’s award-winning Core and Strategic Leadership Programs equip employees with the skills they need to advance in their roles and become future leaders within the organization.
This commitment to learning ensures staff are equipped to navigate complex issues and serve a diverse and evolving community.
Join an Award-Winning Team
Coquitlam’s Top Employer award builds on other recent accolades: an Organizational Safety Excellence Award from the BC Municipal Safety Association and a Workplace Well-Being Award from the Canadian Positive Psychology Association, reinforcing the City’s reputation as an innovative employer that invests in its people.
Follow us on LinkedIn for updates and alerts on new opportunities, or visit coquitlam.ca/careers to find out what makes us an award-winning organization and a great place to work.
Media contact:
Graham Stuart
Chief Human Resources Officer
hradmin@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.