Port Coquitlam, BC - Oct. 16, 2023... The City of Port Coquitlam continues to provide support to the students, staff and teachers of Hazel Trembath Elementary School by providing free drop-in swimming, skating, gym activities and more on Wed., Oct. 18 at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre (PCCC).
Hazel Trembath Elementary School suffered a large fire on Oct. 14. which displaced over 220 students. The City has been working diligently to support those impacted, and in this latest announcement, is hoping to provide a positive experience for students through free activities at the PCCC and Terry Fox Library.
"It's been a very challenging time for the Hazel Trembath community. I know how hard it has been for the kids to be away from their classmates, teachers and school staff while they process everything that has happened," said Mayor Brad West. "We wanted to find a way to bring the Hazel community together to connect, have some fun, and provide space for everyone to see each other in a positive environment. I'm very proud that our city is stepping up to make this happen."
Port Coquitlam Fire and Emergency Services will also be on site with a fire truck from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. where kids can come and talk to firefighters and learn more about fire prevention and fire safety while getting up and close to the apparatus, equipment and more.
In-person registration is required to attend the Hazel Trembath drop-in programs. Please register when you arrive at PCCC. Below are the times for activities:
Drop-in Gym
Session 1
11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.Gymnasium (East) - BasketballGymnasium (West) - Open Gym/Games
Session 2
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Gymnasium (East) - SoccerGymnasium (West) - Open Gym/Games
Session 3
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.Gymnasium (East) - BasketballGymnasium (West) - Open Gym/Games
Session 4
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.Gymnasium (East) - SoccerGymnasium (West) - Open Gym/Games
Drop-in SkateChildren under the age of 8 years old must be accompanied by a guardian (16 yrs+).
10:15 - 11:45 a.m.12:00 - 1:00 p.m1:15 - 2:15 p.m.Arena 3
Drop-in SwimChildren under the age of 7 years old must be accompanied by a guardian (16 yrs+).
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Terry Fox Library
11:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m.Lego - Program Room (main level)
- Build it Club with LEGO, Keva Planks and Magformers
- Puzzle Cubes and Colouring
- (Puzzle cubes are this https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/puzzlecubes.php)
- Ozobots: this robot fits in the palm of your hand and can be programmed by drawing with coloured markers.
- Scavenger Hunt
Day Camp: Pre-Registration Required
Recreation Fun Camp (5-7 yrs) - #89542Recreation Fun Camp (8-10 yrs) - #89540
The investigation is ongoing and there are no further details to release at this time. Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area is asked to come forward specifically between the late evening of October 13, 2023 and the early morning of October 14, 2023.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2023-27725.
For more information about Hazel Trembath activity day visit portcoqutilam.ca/hazel.
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Media Contact
Ximena Ibacache
Manager of Communications & Administrative Services
City of Port Coquitlam
Tel 604.927.5499
Email [email protected]