Volunteering

Volunteers are an essential part of the operation and culture of the City of Port Coquitlam. They provide much-needed support in recreational programming, emergency preparedness and community services, environmental programs, and much, much more. The City is proud of and grateful for the citizens who offer up their time and energy to make our City what it is!
Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Port Coquitlam offers a number of volunteer opportunities, including:
Supporting Our Community
Many Port Coquitlam community organizations rely on volunteers to support their programs and events. Looking for a volunteer opportunity in Port Coquitlam, or looking for volunteers to support your Port Coquitlam-based organization or event? Please visit the resources below.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with the City of Port Coquitlam is a great way to gain hands-on experience in a variety of leadership roles while enhancing your community. Volunteering has numerous benefits and is a great way to achieve personal success.
Here are just a few examples of the benefits of volunteering:
- A chance to better your community
- Be a positive role model and leader
- Develop new skills
- Gain experience and knowledge
- Build your leadership skills
- Explore career options
Volunteer Spotlight
Volunteers play an important part in building the spirit of our community. Volunteer Spotlight highlights volunteers who have made an incredible impact on our City programs and events.
Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
Contact
Rob Loxterkamp
Volunteer Specialist, Recreation Department
Phone: 604.927.7953
Email: volunteer@portcoquitlam.ca
Location and Mailing Address
Recreation Department
#200 – 2253 Leigh Square
Port Coquitlam, BC
V3C 3B8
8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays)