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About Coquitlam

Coquitlam is known as a City of Choice thanks to its many business and recreational opportunities, beautiful parks, rich culture and heritage and many other features.

Why Coquitlam

Overview of the City of Coquitlam

Location

Centred in the heart of the Lower Mainland on the West Coast of British Columbia, Canada, Coquitlam is just a 30-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, BC's largest city and about 20 minutes from the US border.

City Profile

A brief profile of the City of Coquitlam.

City History & Heritage

Coquitlam began as a "place-in-between"

Coquitlam's Future

Coquitlam's Strategic Community Plans

Preserving Coquitlam's Heritage

Coquitlam enjoys a rich heritage, evident in many features throughout the City. The notion of heritage extends beyond individual buildings, affecting overall streetscapes and neighbourhoods.

Coat of Arms and City Flag

Information and descriptions of the symbolism that make up the City Coat of Arms and City Flag.

Riverview Hospital Lands

The Riverview Hospital home to the province's primary mental health care facility.

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