July 23, 2026
A rendering of the new pool at Fraser Mills Community Centre

Early Designs Unveiled
First Look at Fraser Mills Community Centre

Take a look at the early design plans for the future Fraser Mills Community Centre, a new waterfront community space that will serve residents from across Coquitlam. The facility will include a pool with two waterslides, a large fitness centre, flexible community spaces with Fraser River views, and connections to the surrounding Urban Plaza, parks and trail network. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2028, with the community centre expected to open in 2031.

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Kids skating

Registration Opens Soon
Fall Skate & General Programming

Get ready for fall skating program registration opening next week. Pro-D Day camps and other general recreation programs are coming soon too. Full program details will be available in the Fall Program Guide, viewable online starting August 1.

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A person painting at the artist pavilion located at Como Lake Park.

Paint in the Park
Art Workshops at Como Lake

There's still time to register for Paint in the Park this summer. Choose from a variety of outdoor art workshops, from landscape painting to nature-inspired techniques.

No experience is needed and all supplies are provided.

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Kids playing at a spray park in Coquitlam.

Beat the Heat
Cool Off in Coquitlam

Looking for a place to cool down? Coquitlam's outdoor pools and spray parks offer a fun and affordable way to beat the heat with family and friends. Grab your swimsuit, pack the sunscreen and make a splash this summer.

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A fire safety sign in a Coquitlam park.

Stay Safe in the Summer
Fire Prevention Starts with You

Help protect Coquitlam's parks by following fire safety rules. Smoking, including e-cigarettes and cannabis, is prohibited in all City parks, with fines increasing to $500 during the summer season. Do your part and protect our parks.

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Coquitlam Heritage Society

Mackin House Museum is hosting its Annual Vintage Comic Book Sale on Saturday, August 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Comics will be available for purchase, as well as hotdogs, lemonade, and freezies.

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Coquitlam Public Library

Discover STEM Discoveries with Geering Up at the Coquitlam Public Library. Check it out on Monday, August 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. for this interactive session, designed to inspire curiosity through exciting, hands-on science and technology exploration for all.

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Evergreen Cultural Centre

At Evergreen Arts, summer campers will create props and performances, experiment with art materials, and transform everyday objects into wearable designs. Each camp offers hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and artistic exploration.

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Place des Arts

Place des Arts’ Summer Theatre Troupe presents The Emperor’s New Threads, directed by Michael Fera. This lively adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen tale runs July 24 to August 2, 2026. Register now for your free ticket.

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This message is sent on behalf of the City of Coquitlam's Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. 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.