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.
This page includes current and archived media releases, links of interest to the media, and media contact information.
Requests for interview and responses are coordinated through our Communications department. We do our best to make spokespeople available and to respond to inquiries in a timely fashion.
The City of Port Coquitlam Council is responding to Cllr. Laura Dupont’s allegations about the circumstances surrounding the motion of censure issued against her on May 26, 2020 for violating section 117 of the Community Charter. MOTION OF CENSURE On May 26, 2020, the...
On May 26, 2020, Port Coquitlam City Council passed the following resolution: Whereas Council accepts the finding of an independent investigator that Councillor Dupont breached s. 117 of the Community Charter by disclosing confidential information contrary to the...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – May 28, 2020… With warmer weather ahead, local children will have more options to play outdoors after playgrounds reopen in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody and Village of Anmore. Starting today the three cities, Village of Anmore and...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – May 26, 2020… Port Coquitlam residents can enjoy the warmth and ambiance of gas heaters and firepits in their home’s outdoor spaces. At today’s meeting, Committee of Council directed staff to prepare bylaw amendments to allow for the safe use of...
Port Coquitlam, BC, May 22, 2020. . .The Port Coquitlam Farmers Market is opening a new virtual shopping experience June 1 with curbside pick-up each Thursday. Port Coquitlam residents will be able to purchase fresh, locally grown and produced foods from their...
Curious about how water gets from the reservoir to your tap, how streets are paved or parks are maintained? During Public Works Week from May 17 to 23, the community can get an insider’s look at Port Coquitlam’s Public Works services – from water to waste, roads to...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – May 14, 2020… Port Coquitlam offers more supports to local businesses by opening up streets and sidewalks for patios, lineups or display space and offering in-kind services. These were among the changes approved by City Council Tuesday to help...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – May 14, 2020… Housing, the downtown, the environment and other key topics will be explored as Port Coquitlam completes the update of its Official Community Plan (OCP) – a blueprint for future growth and development – by the end of 2022. Based on a...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – May 7, 2020… Port Coquitlam residents may once again use the city’s sport courts and other outdoor amenities – as long as they do so responsibly. The city is reopening tennis and basketball courts, lacrosse boxes, leash optional dog parks and...
PORT COQUITLAM, BC – April 30, 2020…Mark your calendar for Saturday May 9, when the legacy of May Days continues with a live online celebration featuring local performers and family activities. Residents are encouraged to plan an online viewing party with family,...
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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
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Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays)
