Coquitlam Current

August 1, 2024

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This week, you can explore the City Archives' latest digital exhibit, dip your toes in the local biking scene, and more.

Aerial view of SkyTrain and buses in Lougheed-Burquitlam.

Phase 2 Begins for Transit-Oriented Areas
Coquitlam Aligns its Existing TOAs with New Provincial Mandates

During Phase 1, the City designated areas within 800 metres of SkyTrain stations as TOAs to comply with Bill 47. Now, the City will integrate the provincial mandates into areas that had already been planned for growth, such as City Centre and Burquitlam-Lougheed. New TOAs that weren't previously identified by the City are considered "unplanned Transit-Oriented Development Areas."

Learn more

Person on bicycle near Bike to Shop event tents.

Bike to Shop Campaign Runs August 1-31
Discover the Ease of Shopping Locally on Your Bicycle

It’s getting easier to bike across town thanks to our investment in micromobility. Start your journey with HUB Cycling’s Bike to Shop month. Swing by the Celebration Station—August 11 at the Coquitlam Farmer's Market—for some great tips on shopping and cycling, and visit their website for more ways to take part.

Start cycling

Archival photo of mill worker and horse.

Exhibit Shares History of South Asian Diaspora
Fraser Mills Logbook Illuminates South Asian Millworkers

This digital City Archives exhibit emerges from nearly three metres of textual records. Curated in collaboration with the South Asian Canadian Digital Archive, it sheds light on the history of South Asian mill workers at Fraser Mills in the early 1900s—workers whose names are not documented elsewhere.

Check out the exhibit

Glen Pine Pavilion
About to Get Glam
Pavilion Closed for Renovations August 16–September 3

Glen Pine Pavilion is getting a makeover, receiving fresh flooring and a vibrant new paint job just in time for fall. The facility will reopen on Wednesday, September 4.

The Lemon Tree Café will close for a slightly longer period, August 14–September 8.

Learn more

Next Summer Concert on August 2
Town Centre Park Welcomes
Dr. Strangelove

Join us in Town Centre Park tomorrow for another powerhouse performance from local talent. You might remember Dr. Strangelove from The Roxy, where they performed as a Granville Street staple for 14 years.

A special thanks to our August 2 Event Partner, Anthem Properties.

Learn more

Three people walking single file by Lafarge Lake.

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Stay Summer Smart
Safety Reminders for the Season

Whenever you venture outdoors, stay bear smart. Don’t leave food or garbage unattended, pack out what you pack in, and don’t feed the wildlife. Stage 1 water restrictions also remain in effect, and as the weather warms back up, consider refreshing your fire safety knowledge.