Clear and on-going communication with residents is a top priority for the City of Port Coquitlam. As part of this process, we issue news releases to the local media with important information on City programs, services and other initiatives.
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PORT COQUITLAM, BC – Mar. 5, 2021…The concept for Port Coquitlam’s downtown revitalization continues to take shape, with major upgrades to Leigh Square and Veterans Park set to start as early as next year. On Tuesday, Council will consider a conceptual design to...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – Mar. 03, 2021… Plans are being finalized for a major reconstruction of McAllister Avenue this year that will kickstart the City’s downtown revitalization efforts. Construction is anticipated to begin in June to redevelop McAllister into a...
Children and youth can move, create and connect over Spring Break at Port Coquitlam’s outdoor day camps and swimming lessons. Camps will run Monday to Friday from Mar. 22 to 26 and Monday to Thursday from Mar. 29 to Apr. 1. All camps will have the appropriate COVID-19...
The City of Port Coquitlam is now accepting applications for the following grant program. Community Capital Projects Matching Grants – (formerly Self-Help Matching Grant Program) – Application Deadline – March 31, 2021 The Community Capital Projects Matching Grant...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC, Feb. 17, 2021. . . Adults will be able to drink responsibly in 10 Port Coquitlam parks this year, based on the success of last year’s pilot project. Last year, Port Coquitlam was among the first cities in Metro Vancouver to allow responsible...
PORT COQUITLAM TO ROLL OUT LARGE ITEM PICKUP STARTING THIS SPRING PORT COQUITLAM, BC – Feb. 11, 2021… Port Coquitlam residents will soon have a free, convenient way to properly dispose of furniture, appliances and other large items. This spring, Port Coquitlam will...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC, Feb. 9, 2021. . . Individuals and families with lower incomes living in Port Coquitlam can now apply for an annual discount of up to $200 per person on City recreation programs. Recent updates to Port Coquitlam’s recreation financial assistance...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – Feb. 8, 2021…Construction on Prairie Avenue is set to start this spring and be completed by the end of the year which will improve safety and access along the important north Port Coquitlam connector. Taking place between Coast Meridian Road and...
Port Coquitlam residents looking for safe ways to be active for Family Day on February 15 can sign up for the activities the City has planned. All programs have appropriate COVID-19 safety protocols and physical distancing measures in place. Family Day activities...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – Jan. 27, 2021 … Port Coquitlam is strengthening its regulations to better protect both adults and children from second-hand smoke indoors, on the street and in vehicles. Yesterday, Council gave first three readings to amendments to the City’s...
Pardeep Purewal
Manager of Communications & Admin Services
City of Port Coquitlam
Tel 604.927.5335 Cel 604.218.0533
Email purewalp@portcoquitlam.ca
2580 Shaughnessy Street
Port Coquitlam BC
V3C 2A8
Business Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays)
