May 29, 2025 The opening date for Mundy Park Pool was incorrect in the edition sent earlier today—please note the revised date of Sunday, June 1. | Ready, Set, Swim Make a Splash at Mundy Park Pool Cannonball! Mundy Park Pool (655 Hillcrest Street) reopens this Sunday, June 1, and it's had a serious glow-up. Come enjoy a lazy river, splash zone, climbing wall, and much more. Nestled at the forest’s edge, this revitalized space offers new features and fresh ways for the community to enjoy outdoor fun in Coquitlam. Plan your visit | | Double the Gold Building a More Accessible Coquitlam Maillardville and Town Centre Park Community Centres have both achieved Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification – Gold! From tactile stair indicators to universal washrooms and hearing loops, these upgrades reflect our commitment to creating inclusive, welcoming spaces. Learn more | | | Pride Month in Coquitlam Celebrate, Community and Inclusivity This June, show your support for the LGBTQ2S+ community with a variety of recreation offerings. Explore family-friendly events and inclusive programs for all ages, designed to foster meaningful connections, celebrate diversity, and strengthen our shared commitment to an inclusive Coquitlam. Learn more | | | | Parks & Facilities Planning Investing in Coquitlam's Future Coquitlam is investing in parks and community spaces to support connection, active living and well-being. In 2025, exciting projects include upgrades to Norm Staff and Mackin parks. Planning is also underway for the new Northeast Community Centre and parks in Fraser Mills, all designed to enhance our public spaces. Learn more | | | Join the Fun June 1 to 7 Celebrate BC Seniors Week Move, groove and try something new during BC Seniors Week (June 1-7). Adults 50+ can enjoy free music, games, workshops and more at our parks and recreation centres. Pick up a “passport” at Dogwood Pavilion or Glen Pine Pavilion and join the fun – you might even win a prize! Learn more | | | | Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex Annual Maintenance Closure Notice To continue providing a safe, high-quality experience for all visitors, Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex will be temporarily closed from Tuesday, June 3 to Sunday, June 29, for scheduled annual maintenance. This closure lets us complete essential work and deep cleaning not possible during regular operations. Learn more | | | Art with a View Paint in the Park Get inspired this summer at the new artist pavilion in Como Lake Park (700 Gatensbury Street), free to use and open daily from early June to mid-September. Located near the south parking lot, this scenic spot is perfect for painting, sketching or relaxing by the lake, with artist-led workshops running throughout the season. Learn more | | | School's Out Pass Unlimited Fun for $25 Keep the kids and teens active and entertained during school breaks with Coquitlam’s School’s Out Pass. For just $25 (tax included), kids and youth up to 18 get unlimited access to swimming, skating, sports, and fitness activities at Coquitlam recreation centres during summer, winter, and spring breaks. Passes go on sale Monday, June 2. Learn more | | This message is sent on behalf of Jon Pavich, Manager Business Services Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities City of Coquitlam prcs_info@coquitlam.ca | We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ (HUN-kuh-MEE-num) word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-KWET-lum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (kat-zee), and other Coast Salish Peoples. | | | | |