The City of Port Coquitlam is inviting businesses and organizations to participate in its Sponsorship Program, offering opportunities to build brand awareness through high-attendance community events, festivals and programs.
Signature Event Opportunities
Signature events such as May Days and Canada Day each attract more than 20,000 attendees annually, providing strong exposure and a direct connection with local audiences.
May Days is one of the City’s most established celebrations, featuring a family-friendly kids’ race, a vibrant parade and a lively Party in the Square. The event also includes kids’ carnival rides along Kelly Avenue and a beverage garden, with programming typically offered across two stages, a dedicated kids’ stage in Leigh Square and a main stage in Terry Fox Hometown Square.
Canada Day, held in Castle Park, offers a relaxed, family-friendly “picnic in the park” atmosphere with a main stage, food trucks, vendors, activities for all ages, and a beverage garden, creating multiple opportunities for sponsor visibility throughout the park.
PoCo Street Festival (Car Free Day) transforms downtown Port Coquitlam into a pedestrian-friendly celebration with vendors, entertainment, activities and participation from local community groups. The event features two stages, a dedicated kids’ stage and a main stage, supporting high visibility across the festival area.
Title Sponsorships and Named Opportunities
Sponsors seeking prominent recognition can pursue title sponsorships (where available), including:
May Day Parade — Presented by (Sponsor)
Party in the Square — Presented by (Sponsor)
Kids Area — Presented by (Sponsor)
Canada Day — Presented by (Sponsor)
Parade of Lights — Presented by (Sponsor)
(Title sponsorship availability and inventory vary by event and year.)
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship options are also available across other City events and programs, including the Volunteer Recognition Awards, Seniors Program, Block Party Program, and Music in the Square. Opportunities are also available through seasonal and family-focused events such as Cinema Under the Stars, Halloween Howl, and Winter in the City.
Flexible Packages and Sponsorship Levels
The City collaborates with sponsors to build packages aligned with brand objectives and budgets. Sponsorship options may include title sponsorships and tiered levels:
Gold Sponsor ($10,000): Premier recognition with maximum visibility
NEW – Supporting Sponsor ($7,500): Enhanced visibility for sponsors seeking a level between Gold and Silver
Silver Sponsor ($5,000): High-level promotion and event presence
Bronze Sponsor ($2,500): Solid recognition and community support
Community Sponsor ($1,000): Entry-level support with recognition and tickets
In-kind contributions are also welcomed and may include advertising, audiovisual services, décor, door prizes, entertainment, food and beverage, photography, and printing.
Promotion and Recognition
Depending on sponsorship level and event fit, recognition opportunities may include:
Garbage truck wraps
Digital billboards and transit shelter advertising
Social media promotion and website features
Facility screen displays and digital ads
Event signage, video screens and emcee recognition
On-site business displays at large-scale events
Sponsors can also support community-focused programs such as Adopt-a-SPOT (litter cleanup), as well as youth and seniors’ initiatives and other City-led activities. Organizations are also welcome to propose new programs or activities they would like to sponsor.
Get Involved
Businesses and organizations are encouraged to explore these sponsorship opportunities to increase visibility while supporting community experiences in Port Coquitlam.
For more information and to download sponsorship materials, visit portcoquitlam.ca/sponsorship or contact [email protected].
