Volunteer Opportunities

Adopt-a Catch Basin

Coquitlam has over 16,000 catch basins removing excess water from our streets every time it rains. While they help prevent flooding on neighbourhood streets, we also need to protect the health of fish and aquatic habitat as the catch basins connect directly to our local watercourses.

Adopt-a-Catch Basin to keep it clear from leaves, debris, litter and snow !

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Adopt-a-Trail or Adopt-a-Street

Through these  programs, volunteers clean up a stretch of trail or road at least once a week (monthly in winter) with equipment provided by the City. They also serve as the City’s eyes and ears, reporting problems, hazards or vandalism they see along the way. Join as an individual or make it a family activity.

• Adopt-a-Street Program
• Adopt-a-Trail Program

Bad Seed

Invasive plants are non-native plants that were introduced to our environment through seeds, cuttings, garden plants, etc. that spread aggressively and take over the natural environment. They out-compete native plants, including endangered species, and destroy habitat for fish, birds and other wildlife. Quite simply, they are "Bad Seeds".

Help prevent the spread of invasive species by participate in organized invasive plant pulls.

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Coquitlam RCMP

Volunteering with the Coquitlam RCMP is a great way to:

• Get connected to your neighbours and your neighbourhood
• Meet new people from diverse backgrounds and build a stronger social and professional network
• Gain skills and experience that will make your job and post-secondary education applications stand out
• Put your unique skills and abilities to work supporting your local police
• Learn about crime and safety in your community and what you can do to keep your family, friends and property safe

We have five volunteer programs:

• Auxiliary Constables
• Block Watch
• Citizens’ Crime Watch
• Community Police Stations
• Tri-Cities Speed Watch

Learn more about volunteering with the Coquitlam RCMP or email RCMP Volunteer Recruitment.

Letters of Kindness

Brighten a local senior’s day with a letter, poem, drawing or anything bearing a positive message. Submissions received are distributed to seniors who have signed up for the City’s Meals for Seniors delivery program. To participate, simply email us a letter or scanned image.

Park Spark

Interested in volunteering with our Park Spark team? Inquire about our current volunteer opportunities by emailing a Park Spark Program Leader.

Requirements

• Able to complete the volunteer duties
• Follow park regulations
• Have good safety awareness

How to Sign Up

To sign up, email the Program Coordinator and state which park you are interested in.

From there you’ll need to complete the Statement of Commitment and Release and Waiver Form (these forms will be sent to you).

Growing for Change - Youth Urban Garden Team

Team up with Park Spark and help grow food to share with the community.

Email the Program Coordinator for more information.

Park Spark Youth Activity Committee

Join the Park Spark Youth Activity Committee and share your ideas towards the development of outdoor youth spaces. Create opportunities and activities for youth to participate in local parks.  

Email the Program Coordinator to get involved.

Outdoor Youth Sport Committee

Join the Outdoor Youth Sport Committee and provide input and leadership in the development and activation of a variety of outdoor sport drop-ins and pop-ups in Coquitlam Parks. 

Email the Program Coordinator to get involved.

Recreation and Community Opportunities

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, gain valuable experience, have fun and get involved in your community. Volunteer your time:

• In swimming or skating lessons
• With festivals and events
• As a host or as a meet and greeter
• As a recreation assistant in sports, arts and craft programs or day camps
• On a youth committee or council
• With food services at the 50-plus pavilions
• Coquitlam Youth Council (CYC) - The "Voice of Youth" provides ideas, feedback, and suggestions on city-wide initiatives, programs, and current issues facing youth in Coquitlam. We connect with our peers, gather opinions, and advocate for a youth-friendly community.

Ready to see what’s available? Check out our current volunteer opportunities. We are always looking for new program ideas. If you have a skill you would like to share, email Community Services Staff.

Sign up using our volunteer portal.

Volunteer Requirements

1. Create a Volunteer Profile - Visit the volunteer portal to create a volunteer profile. 
2. Provide References 
3. Complete a Police Information Check
4. Attend an Orientation Session

For more information about volunteering contact:
Community Services Coordinator
Phone: 604-927-6076
Fax: 604-927-4395
Email Volunteer Program

Repair Cafés are events where residents can bring broken items to be fixed for free by volunteers who are handy and who like tinkering/fixing things, or for volunteers who simply want to help out in the community.

We need your help!  We are seeking people who can repair: 

• Bikes
• Electronics and electrical items - volunteers with electrical repair skills are specifically needed. 
• Furniture
• Small appliances
• Textiles and clothing

Volunteer Perks

• Community hours 
• Helping others
• Contributing to the circular economy 

If you are interested in helping us, please visit our Volunteer page and sign up.

Meaningful Meals for Seniors

This program identifies and connects socially isolated and vulnerable seniors to City of Coquitlam programs, services and leisure opportunities. Through the delivery of healthy balanced meals, our volunteers and staff will connect seniors in our community with opportunities for social interaction. 

Learn more about Meaningful Meals for Seniors.

Visit our Volunteer page and sign up as a volunteer.

Social Connections Program

Connect with others, spark new friendships and help keep seniors connected with what's happening in the community - all through a weekly phone call. 

Visit our Volunteer page and sign up as a volunteer.

Tree Spree

As part of Tree Spree, the City's Park Spark and Urban Forestry Teams are coordinating a variety of community outreach and educational activities this year, including:

• Volunteer tree and garden planting sessions
• Tree planting near schools in collaboration with teachers and students
• Educational walks, workshops and other initiatives
• Tree giveaways to residents and businesses

Watch the Tree Spree page for information, or email the Park Spark team to get involved.

Spotlight on Sport - Sport Hosts

We're on the lookout for a few Sport Hosts to enhance the sports experience at our various parks and outdoor sporting facilities. Volunteers will get to be an ambassador for the parks and their tasks include:

• Answering questions from the public
• Assisting in outdoor activities
• Lending out sporting equipment
• Opportunity to lead sport amenity tours

For more information, or to apply for this exciting volunteer opportunity, email  the program coordinator.