Coquitlam Current - September 25

September 25, 2025

The beginning of fall is a great time to reset and reflect as we head into the remainder of 2025 in Coquitlam. In this issue, find out about upcoming events in recognition of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Read on for safety tips on coexisting with our urban wildlife this time of year and other City news.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
A Time for Reflection, Remembrance & Learning

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day for all Canadians to reflect on the history and lasting impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous peoples. From September 25 to 30, the City of Coquitlam will host and support local events and initiatives that encourage reflection, remembrance and learning.

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Go By Bike Week
Ride Through September 27–October 3

Coquitlam partners annually with HUB Cycling to show that biking can be safe, comfortable and fun year-round. Log your cycling trips online for a chance to win prizes, and visit our celebration stations for free maps, snacks, hot drinks and biking resources.

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Bears Are Hungry
Secure your Attractants

Bears are actively seeking food as they prepare for winter denning. Keep your attractants clean, secure and out of reach, including garbage, food scraps, fruit, bird feeders and barbecues. Store your carts indoors until collection day and clean them often.

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Waste Warning
Keep Hazards Out of Curbside Bins

Hazardous items — such as paint, batteries, motor oil and lighter fluid — can catch fire or explode, damaging waste collection trucks and endangering their drivers. Don’t put them in your carts! Use our Waste Wizard tool and dispose of your waste the right way.

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Repair Cafe
Fix your Favourite Items October 4

Do you have a broken item sitting around your home? Our volunteer experts will repair it for free. Drop in on Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Dogwood Pavilion. Our last Repair Café helped over 60 residents breathe new life into their belongings.

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Still Time to Apply
Board & Advisory Committee Positions

We’re recruiting volunteers to serve on the Coquitlam Public Library Board, the Board of Variance, and the Economic Development Advisory Committee. Each of these are great opportunities to make your voice heard and help shape day-to-day life in Coquitlam. Deadline to apply is October 6.

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How Are We Doing?
Community Satisfaction Survey

Coquitlam’s 2025 Community Satisfaction Survey, conducted by Ipsos, is inviting randomly selected residents to share their input on City services and quality of life. This feedback will help guide City decisions on budgeting, planning and everyday services. The survey runs until October 5.

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Events in the City

September 26: Rivers Day Clean-Up
September 27: Burke Mountain Trail Cleanup and Concert Series: España!
September 28: Harvest Festival at Coquitlam Farmers Market
October 4: Glen Pine Health and Wellness Fair 2025

Visit our full City Calendar

Council Updates

The next Regular Council Meeting and Council-in-Committee are on September 29.

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.