The City has recently partnered with Period Pin, an online tool that helps connect people in Port Coquitlam in need of free menstrual products.
Period Pin is an online app designed to combat period poverty by helping individuals locate free menstrual products in their community. The platform features an easy-to-use map that highlights public spaces, businesses, and facilities offering free menstrual products, ensuring these essential items are accessible to those in need.
The Period Pin map can be viewed on any smartphone by visiting periodpin.ca, and its pins will be regularly updated to reflect new locations. Posters will also be displayed at City facilities to spread the word and ensure the map is accessible to all, including those without access to a smartphone.
Free menstrual products are available at the following locations:
- Hyde Creek Community Centre - 1379 Laurier Avenue
- Port Coquitlam Community Centre - 2150 Wilson Avenue
- The Outlet - 2248 McAllister Avenue
- Gathering Place - 200-2253 Leigh Square Place
- City Hall - 2580 Shaughnessy Street
- Robert Hope Pool - 2317 Lamprey Drive
- Routley Pool - 1570 Western Drive
- Sun Valley Pool - 3700 Hamilton Street
- Centennial Pool - 3050 Chester Street
- Castle Park - 1144 Confederation Drive
- Lions Park - 2300 Lions Way
- Gates Park - 2300 Reeve Street
About Period Pin
Period Pin is a national organization that has created a map displaying locations where people can find free menstrual products. This raises the accessibility of free menstrual products, helping those who need them in the moment or are struggling to afford them, according to the organization. The group also advocates for Period Poverty and more inclusive language.
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Media Contact
Ximena Ibacache
Manager of Communications & Administrative Services
City of Port Coquitlam
Tel 604.927.5499
Email [email protected]