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Port Coquitlam, BC – March 12, 2025… The City of Port Coquitlam is thrilled to announce the grand reopening of the transformed Leigh Square, a cornerstone of its downtown revitalization project. The public is invited to join the celebration, including a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Leigh Square, located in the heart of downtown Port Coquitlam.
After extensive redevelopment that began in fall 2023, Leigh Square has been reimagined as a vibrant, accessible, and welcoming public space. The revitalization, part of the City’s broader downtown revitalization and Civic Centre renewal, includes enhancements to McAllister Street, Veterans Park, and Donald Pathway.
“Leigh Square is now a true community hub, designed to bring people together at all times,” said Mayor Brad West. “This revitalized space has many new, unique features and things to do, which will give residents more reasons to visit regularly. Not only will Leigh Square be able to host more community events, festivals, live music and performances, it also will be a great place to connect with our community any day of the week.”
The transformed Leigh Square now features:
- An extended Donald Pathway connecting Wilson and McAllister Avenues.
- Fully accessible pathways and surfaces.
- Improved lighting and clear sightlines for enhanced safety.
- New seating areas for relaxation and social interaction.
- A designated area for a future playground feature, designed for family enjoyment.
- Landscaping and a refreshing water feature.
- Rehabilitated streetscape on Leigh Square Place.
- A new stage facing City Hall for optimal viewing and event hosting.
Despite challenges posed by weather delays and supply chain issues, the City has successfully completed the project, prioritizing taxpayer value through strategic cost management and leveraging grant funding.
Leigh Square’s transformation is an investment in the future of our downtown core," noted Cllr. Dean Washington, Council's designate for downtown. "This space will not only host events and provide relaxation, but it will also drive economic activity and enhance the overall well-being of our downtown community.”
The grand reopening celebration on April 4 will feature:
Leigh Square’s transformation is an investment in the future of our downtown core," noted Cllr. Dean Washington, Council's designate for downtown. "This space will not only host events and provide relaxation, but it will also drive economic activity and enhance the overall well-being of our downtown community.”
The grand reopening celebration on April 4 will feature:
- A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8:30 p.m.
- Live music
- Food vendors, and
- Family-friendly activities
Attendees can also enjoy art activities at the Michael Wright Art Gallery, and a family felting workshop in the Outlet workroom from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. During this time, attendees can move through The Outlet, Gathering Place, and Heritage Museum, which will be open throughout the event.
For more information about the downtown revitalization project, please visit portcoquitlam.ca/downtown.
For more information about the downtown revitalization project, please visit portcoquitlam.ca/downtown.
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