January 30, 2025

The first month of the year is coming to a close already. If getting involved in your community was your new year’s resolution, check out the stories in this issue. Plan your next trip to Lights at Lafarge, jump on a fulfilling volunteer opportunity, prepare to vote in SD43’s upcoming by-election – and much more.
Volunteer in orange shirt delivering meal to happy senior.

Join the Meaningful Meals for Seniors Program
Volunteer to Deliver Food and Connection

As a volunteer driver for this Coquitlam initiative, you’ll help support vulnerable older adults dealing with social isolation. Once a week, you’ll pick up healthy, balanced meals for seniors living in Coquitlam, offer friendly conversation and help connect them with City resources and services.

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SD43 School Board building.

SD43 By-Election
Vote For Your New School Trustee

Make your voice heard on February 22 in the by-election for Coquitlam School District 43 Trustee. Advance voting is available on February 12 and 15. Find candidate summaries, voting locations and more details on our website.

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Child sitting at table at community event.

Funding for Non-Profits
Apply for Spirit of Coquitlam

The Spirit of Coquitlam Grant spring intake will be open from February 3 to March 3. This funding supports local not-for-profits in building community spirit among Coquitlam residents. Got a great idea? Learn how to apply and sign up for the webinar now.

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Visitors strolling through path illuminated by holiday lights by lake.

Roar into Adventure
Jurassic Night Tomorrow at Lights at Lafarge

Step into a prehistoric adventure and hunt for hidden dinosaurs around the lake. Snap photos with your favorite dinosaur and immerse yourself in a fun, interactive evening. Don’t miss this dino-mite night of exploration and excitement – it's the perfect outing for all ages.

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Mug being filled by coffee dispenser.

Prevent Scald Burns
Pick Up Safety Tips for Burn Awareness Week

Hot water can be dangerous – scalds are the second leading cause of all burns. But most scald injuries are preventable. As Burn Awareness Week approaches (February 2 – 8), Coquitlam Fire/Rescue wants residents to learn some easy steps to protect themselves from scald burns.

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Orange sign closing off road

Traffic Hot Spot
Busy Roads at Guildford Way and Pinetree Way

Construction at this intersection continues with Phase 2 of the Guildford Greenway and Road Safety improvements. Watch for crews and equipment, obey traffic personnel and signs, and take other routes to avoid delays.

Sign up for our Road Work and Construction NotifyMe list and get regular traffic updates by text or email to make your commute easier.

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Salt storage tent.

Winter Weather Alert
Coquitlam's Public Works Crews Ready to Respond

Mixed rain and snow flurries are forecast to arrive tonight and continue through the weekend, leading to slushy, icy roads and sidewalks. Coquitlam's winter weather response is already in action as crews brine and salt our key routes. 

As the cold sets in, there are proactive steps you can take to stay safe and be prepared. Visit our Winter Preparedness and Safety webpage so that you can learn how.

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Events in the City

February 1 and 8: Drop-in Valentines Card Making (Feb 1), (Feb 8)
February 5: Musical Matinées: Olé - Spanish Inspirations
February 8: Bruce James Orchestra Swing Dance Night
February 9: Gina Williams: Kaleidoscope
February 11: MYVoice Coquitlam

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Council Updates

The next Council-in-Committee meeting is on February 3, while the next regular Council meeting is on February 10.

Check out upcoming Council agendas, as well as previous meeting agendas, minutes and recordings, on our website.

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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.