Residents are invited to enjoy a free, interactive outdoor open house at the City of Port Coquitlam’s Public Works Yard on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and get a behind the scenes look at the people, services and equipment that help keep the City running every day.
Held at the Public Works Yard at 1737 Broadway Street, with entrance off Cameron Avenue, the event celebrates National Public Works Week and offers families a chance to learn more about the essential work that supports the community, from roads, water and drainage systems to parks, trails, waste collection and the City’s fleet.
This year’s National Public Works Week theme, “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community,” reflects the essential role public works professionals play in supporting daily life and helping communities thrive.
Visitors can explore festival style activities for all ages, including:
Hands on displays featuring Public Works services such as waste sorting, drinking water, snow response, gardening and more
Heavy equipment showcase with vehicles and demonstrations including a garbage truck, backhoe, snowplow, sign making and traffic signal demonstrations
Free children’s activities including balloon animals, buggy rides, flower planting and tractor pulled hay rides
BBQ by donation in support of SHARE Family and Community Services
Free compost, while supplies last, for residents who bring their own containers
Giveaways and more
This year’s event also features the PoCo Pete game, a family friendly activity that encourages residents to discover Public Works in action. PoCo Pete will be hidden in and around places where Public Works crews do their work across the community. Participants who find PoCo Pete, take a photo and submit it will have a chance to win a PoCo Pete prize pack with City swag.
The Public Works Open House is an opportunity for residents to connect with staff, learn how City services are delivered and gain a greater appreciation for the work happening every day behind the scenes.
More information is available at portcoquitlam.ca/pwweek.
