Coquitlam Current - December 4

December 4, 2025

December has arrived, bringing anticipation of holiday cheer and many merry tidings – such as the latest Coquitlam news. Check out this issue for updates on Burke Mountain Community Centre, a strategy to expand our urban forest, and much more.

People sitting on green chairs in lobby.

Full Steam (and Sauna) Ahead for Burke Mountain Community Centre
Drop into the Open House Tonight

Coquitlam has completed the detailed design on the Burke Mountain Community Centre and Burke Village Park, and construction is on track to start next year.

Celebrate what's coming and drop into the open house at the Burke Mountain Discovery Centre this evening, December 4, between 5–8 p.m. Chat with project staff, see the latest plans and learn about next steps. Bring the kids for pajama story time at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. with the Coquitlam Public Library.

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A Plan Taking Root
Urban Forest Management Strategy

Coquitlam is developing an Urban Forest Management Strategy that takes a fresh approach to nurturing trees and natural spaces. The strategy will build on the strong urban forest Coquitlam has today, with opportunities to expand species diversity and support more local planting.

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Dog Licences
Get your Renewal by Email

Skip the mail and fetch your discount! Sign up for email invoices by December 10 to get your 2026 dog licence renewal right in your inbox – and qualify for the early payment discount before February 1. Need help? Contact the Animal Shelter at AnimalShelter@coquitlam.ca or 604-927-7387.

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Coexist With Coyotes
Attend the Info Session December 14

Learn simple tips to keep your family and pets safe as coyotes become more active during their breeding season. This one-hour Coyote Information Session will explain how coyotes behave, what attracts them and how to prevent conflicts in your neighbourhood.

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Repair Café
Volunteer on January 10

We're looking for passionate volunteers who love to fix things. Join our dedicated team for Coquitlam’s next Repair Café, where you'll be able to use your skills to repair electronics, bicycles, clothing and more to help our community reduce waste.

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Stay Fire-Safe
Reminders for the Winter Season

The holiday season is a busy time with friends and family. Candles, lights, decorations and cooking are all part of the festive activities, some of which can pose fire safety risks. Check out reminders and tips to protect your home and family in the coming shorter, colder days.

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Events in the City

December 10: Dogwood Tea, Cookies and Carols
December 11 and 12: Coca Cola Holiday Caravan Tour
December 12 and 13: Coquitlam Christmas Night Market – Evergreen Cultural Centre

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Council Updates

The next Regular Council Meeting and Council-in-Committee are on December 8. Check out upcoming Council agendas, as well as previous meeting agendas, minutes and recordings, on our website.

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Connect with Us

Choose how you want to receive City news. Visit our website to follow our social media, download our apps, and more.

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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.