Port Coquitlam, BC – Dec. 2, 2025… Port Coquitlam continues to remove financial barriers, ensure all residents can take part in the City’s recreation programs.
Applications are now open for the 2026 intake of the City’s Financial Assistance Program at portcoquitlam.ca/financialassistance. This program provides meaningful subsidies to support active, healthy lifestyles by making recreation, arts, sports, and camps more accessible.
In 2025, over 1750 residents received more than $63,000 in subsidies, marking a 17 per cent increase from 2024, when over 1500 residents benefitted from financial assistance. The program offers eligible families a 75 per cent discount on activities, including camps, and a One City Pass for free drop-in access to swimming, skating, fitness, racquetball, squash, and gym sports.
“We want to ensure that every Port Coquitlam family, regardless of income, has the ability to participate in the city’s recreation programs,” said Mayor Brad West. “Through this program, we’re taking practical steps to ensure cost is never a barrier for residents who want to stay active, connected, and engaged.”
The City’s financial assistance program supports active lifestyles and healthy communities by offering inclusive recreation programs and services at a reduced cost for individuals. The program provides a variety of supports and resources to ensure all residents have the opportunity to get involved in recreation and arts programs. Through the Financial Assistance Program, eligible individuals can access drop-in recreation activities though a complimentary One City Pass.
Adult recipients can choose to receive a total of $200 per calendar year and a 75 per cent discount toward the cost of recreation programs and memberships. Children and youth recipients (0 – 18 years old) can also choose to receive a total of $500 per calendar year and a 75 per cent discount toward recreation programs and memberships.
“The continued growth of this program reflects the City’s commitment to making recreation welcoming and accessible for everyone,” said Councillor Paige Petriw, Council designate for community experience, celebrations, events and inclusion. “Ensuring residents can participate, regardless of their financial circumstances, helps strengthen our community and supports a sense of belonging.”
The City also offers additional supports, including:
- Free facility access for personal assistants supporting recreation patrons.
- Recreation Program Support to facilitate accessible and inclusive opportunities for children or youth in registered activities.
- Funding through Canadian Tire Jumpstart for children and youth facing socioeconomic barriers to participate in organized sports and recreation.
- Free and low-cost opportunities in swimming, skating, and arts and culture, as well as, Wilson Seniors and Youth social recreation opportunities.
- Grade 5 Get Active! and Grade 6 Stay Active! cards, providing free drop-in access to students in School District 43
This year, applying for financial assistance is easier than ever with our new online application form. To apply online and for more information, visit portcoquitlam.ca/financialassistance. Questions? Email [email protected] or call 604-927-7529.
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