Community Involvement

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There are a wide variety of ways in which community members in Coquitlam can get involved in their community. Being involved and active in the community means participating as a volunteer, participating as event sponsors, and ensuring businesses are fully accessible to people with disabilities and work towards gender equity in sports and physical activities in Coquitlam.

Community involvement also involves participating in community development by contributing feedback at Open Houses and in surveys, and by getting involved on Council Committees.

Volunteer Services - Leisure & Parks

Volunteering is a great way to become involved in the community. You become part of a solution, demonstrate community commitment, gain community contacts and support a cause you feel strongly about. Click here if you would like to learn more about Volunteering with Coquitlam Leisure and Parks.

For more information contact:

Volunteer Services - Leisure & Parks
Phone: 604-927-6922
Fax: 604-927-6919
Email: volunteers@coquitlam.ca

Accessibility for People with Disabilities

Recognizing the importance of addressing social as well as physical barriers to accessibility, Coquitlam's Accessibility Awards were expanded in 2002 to include Education, Employment, Accessible and Affordable Housing, Leisure and Recreation, and Volunteering.

These awards recognize exceptional contributions and special efforts made by business and community members who have initiated measures that address social as well as physical barriers for people with disabilities. We also hope that the awards will help to raise awareness of the importance of providing an accessible environment in our community, and we are working closely with local organizations to continue to promote improved accessibility.

Prior to 2002, the awards recognized measures designed to address physical access barriers, such as architectural changes. By expanding the categories in 2002, the awards contribute to taking steps to raise the profile of accessibility, increase understanding of the range of barriers that exist, and highlight measures that successfully promote full participation in the community for people with disabilities.

To qualify for an award, the candidate must be from a business, organization or an individual that provides service to the Coquitlam community and has implemented measures to improve accessibility for people with disabilities.

Contact Information

Community Services Coordinator
Phone: 604-927-6083 Fax: 604-927-6077
Email: gbriggss@coquitlam.ca

Coquitlam’s Youth Councils

Coquitlam has both East and West Youth Councils which provide opportunities for youth to get involved with decisions in their community. The Youth Councils provide ideas, feedback, and suggestions on city-wide initiatives, youth programming and other youth initiatives and issues in Coquitlam.

East Coquitlam Youth Council
During the school year, the East Coquitlam Youth Council meets the second Thursday of each month at Pinetree Community Centre. For information, contact clathrop@coquitlam.ca or 604.927.6917

West Coquitlam Youth Council
During the school year, the West Coquitlam Youth Council meets the first Thursday of each month at Poirier Community Centre. For information, contact cyinlee@coquitlam.ca or 604.927.6090.

Apply to be on a Coquitlam Youth Council or Program Committee!

Application Form (DOC)

Application deadline: Thursday, September 16, 2010.

Youth Program Committees

Are you looking for somewhere to volunteer, gain experience and have fun at the same time? Plan special events and become a leader while building up your resume! The Poirier & Pinetree Youth Program Committees focus on issues and activities in and around the facilities. This is a great opportunity to get involved at a neighbourhood level.

Pinetree Youth Program Committee
Meetings happen on Wednesday’s beginning late September, 1–2 times per month. For information and
next meeting date call 604-927-6924.

Poirier Youth Program Committee
Meetings happen on third Thursday’s of the month beginning October 21. For more information and next meeting date call 604-927-6046.

Apply to be on a Coquitlam Youth Council or Program Committee!

Application Form (DOC)

Application deadline: Thursday, September 16, 2010.

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