Starting Monday, September 13, the City of Port Coquitlam will join organizations and businesses across BC in requiring proof of vaccination—the BC Vaccine Card—for certain discretionary activities as outlined by the provincial government.
As we have throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the City continues to follow the guidance and direction of the Provincial Health Officer and Fraser Health. Implementing BC Vaccine Card procedures is required in order to comply with legislation. We thank all of our visitors and staff for doing their part to keep our City facilities and programs safe.
Proof of vaccination and photo ID will be required for those 22 years and older participating in fitness, sport and other physically active programs. Patrons unable to provide the required documentation will not be allowed to participate in these recreation programs. Proof of vaccination will not be required for preschool, children, and youth programs.
The PHO order requires proof of first vaccination for:
- Indoor fitness classes, weight rooms (12 and older)
- Sport activities and arena sports (22 and older)
- Any indoor event/activity attended by 50+ people, such as spectating at a hockey game (12 and older)
At this time, proof of vaccination is not required to participate in:
- Sport activities for age 21 or younger
- Indoor or outdoor pools and aquatic amenities – all ages
- Arenas (but does apply to 22+ ice sport)
- Terry Fox Library – all ages
- Non-recreation civic facilities such as City Hall and Annex, Public Works and Fire Halls
Terry Fox Library staff are available to help residents apply for their BC Vaccine Card.
Community and sport user groups will be responsible for verifying proof of vaccination for participants and spectators for indoor adult group and team sports, and gatherings with more than 50 people as per the PHO order.
If you plan to participate in one of our indoor adult fitness or sport programs, please arrive early to allow time for the check-in process. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we all adjust to this new requirement. For questions, please email Recreation at recreation@portcoquitlam.ca or call 604-927.7529(PLAY). The procedures for checking vaccine cards and identification will be updated as needed to reflect any changes made to the order by the Provincial Health Officer.
Face masks must be worn when in the presence of others and in common indoor areas throughout the facility. Face masks may be removed during physical activity. Masks must be worn immediately before and after physical activities/sporting events and when moving through the facilities.
Physical distancing is not required but recommended for individuals participating in physical activities.
These new orders will not have an impact in other civic facilities such as City Hall, Public Works, City Hall (Annex) and the Fire Halls where masks continue to be required in all indoor City facilities when not engaged in physical activity.
September 13 – September 25
Vaccination Requirement: Partially vaccinated (at least 1 dose)
Proof of Vaccination: During this initial period, various methods, including the BC Vaccine Card, can be used as proof of vaccination. Some examples of other forms of proof of vaccination can be seen here (PDF).
September 26 – October 23
Vaccination Requirement: Partially vaccinated (at least 1 dose)
Proof of Vaccination: Verification of your vaccination status will be conducted using the BC Vaccine Card and government photo ID at the entrance of each facility or beginning of each activity.
October 24
Vaccination Requirement: Fully vaccinated (2 doses)
Proof of Vaccination: Verification of your vaccination status will be conducted using the BC Vaccine Card and government photo ID at the entrance of each facility or beginning of each activity.
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