Parks, Recreation and Culture E-News: April 16, 2026

April 16, 2026

Make it an Active Summer
Summer Registration Starts Soon

Registration for summer swim programs opens April 28 for Coquitlam residents and April 30 for non-residents. Skating registration opens May 5 for Coquitlam residents and May 7 for non-residents.

Plan ahead and make the most of the season — be sure to update your SignMeUp account before registration opens to avoid delays.

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Volunteers Make Coquitlam Shine
Celebrating National Volunteer Week: April 19–25

We’re proud to celebrate the impact of volunteers in Coquitlam. In 2025, more than 52,525 volunteer hours supported programs, events, parks and services across the community. From environmental efforts to supporting seniors and events, there are many ways to get involved.

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Neighbourhood Small Grants
Create Community in Your Neighbourhood

Don’t miss out on a chance to get up to $500 in funding for your community-building project! Whether it’s a workshop, garden, or event, Coquitlam’s Neighbourhood Small Grants help bring neighbours together to make great ideas happen. Apply by April 30.

Apply now

Streetscape Enhancement Program
New Murals, Lights and Wraps to Come

Over the next two years, the Streetscape Enhancement Program will bring more murals, twinkling tree lights and vibrant vinyl wraps to new locations across Coquitlam, adding colour, character and safety to neighbourhood streets.

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Spring Cleaning, Made Easy
Extra Yard Waste Collection

From April 13 to May 22, take advantage of Seasonal Unlimited Yard Trimmings collection. Simply set out your extra yard waste in labeled garbage cans, paper bags, or bundles on your regular collection day by 7:30 am, and a truck will collect them, no extra charge.

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Household Items Fixed for Free
Spring Repair Café April 25

Visit the Spring Repair Café at Dogwood Pavilion on April 25. Skilled volunteers will help you fix, mend or refurbish items like bikes, small appliances and clothing needing repairs or alterations. It’s a simple way to keep useful items out of the landfill and learn how to extend their life.

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Coquitlam Heritage Society
Join the Coquitlam Heritage Society and Coquitlam Grill for a free launch party for the new exhibit Connecting with Coquitlam’s Past on Thursday, April 30 from 6–9 p.m. Enjoy refreshments while exploring stories and moments from Coquitlam’s history.

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Coquitlam Public Library
The Science Expo returns on Saturday, May 9 at Douglas College, showcasing hands-on experiments and creative projects from local students. Explore innovation in action and celebrate the next generation of scientists in the Tri-Cities. Doors open to the public at 11:30 a.m.

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Evergreen Cultural Centre
Share your fishing memories with the Art Gallery at Evergreen Cultural Centre! Submit a meaningful photo for a community display. Include the photographer’s name, location, date, caption and consent statement. Submit before April 22, 2026.

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Place des Arts
Get creative at Place des Arts this summer! Choose from six exciting weeks of art camps for ages 5-14, plus inspiring classes in dance, visual arts and private music lessons, offered for all ages and skill levels.

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

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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.