Celebrate Youth Week

Lots of Fun Planned May 1 – 7

Hey YOUth – are you ready for Youth Week? The first week of May is when we celebrate all things youth including your diversity and the positive contributions you make in our community.

We’re planning a fun-filled week with lots activities, including a basketball contest, break out hip hop workshops, art and spa nights, a game show night and more.

Safety protocols are in place at all City facilities to ensure the safety of program participants and staff. In compliance with the Provincial Mask Mandate Order, masks are required at all times.

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The Social Connections Program

A Great Way for Seniors to Stay Connected Safely

Stay connected, socialize, spark new friendships and learn about what’s happening in the community. We’re launching a new program with the goal of connecting seniors with volunteers through a weekly phone call. All volunteers are screened and carefully matched by City staff.

If you are a senior living alone or know a senior who would love to chat, please email pavilions@coquitlam.ca or call 604-927-6098.

Interested in volunteering? Brightening someone’s day is just a phone call away! Click the link below and scroll to the bottom of the web page to sign up.

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Celebrating Our Volunteers

Volunteer Week 2021

While many things have been different this past year, one thing that hasn’t changed is the positive impact volunteers have on our community. This week, we’ve been celebrating our dedicated volunteers – and all those who serve the community – on social media as part of National Volunteer Week April 18 to 24.

Follow us on Facebook and join us in applauding the people whose commitment and hard work make Coquitlam a better and safer place to live, learn, work and play.

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Volunteer with Park Spark

Enjoy the Outdoors while Making a Difference

Get involved with the City’s Park Spark team. Park Spark provides an opportunity to have fun and gain meaningful experiences while enhancing Coquitlam’s parks. Check it out – volunteer opportunities include drop-in activities, group park projects and adding park amenities.

Click the link below to learn more and become a Park Spark volunteer.

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Sensory-friendly Swim Time

Next Drop-in April 26 at PSLC

Looking for a quieter time to swim? We have just the thing for you: our sensory-friendly swim time is an all-inclusive 40-minute leisure swim time for those who may have sensory processing challenges, or are simply looking for a quieter swim. Music, all water features and hot areas will be off and not available for the duration of the swim time.

Drop-in rates are $1 for child/youth and senior; $2 per adult; and $5 per family (group of four).

To register, click the link below and look for Individual Leisure Swim: Sensory-Friendly.

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Weed Out Invasive Plants

Help Prevent their Spread

Did you know invasive plants can harm people, animals and ecosystems? Avoid buying and planting invasive species, and use your Green Cart to dispose of house plants and garden waste. Never dispose of green waste in public spaces.

Learn how to identify common invasive species in Coquitlam by clicking the link below, or call 604-927-6300.

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Spaces Available for an Income Tax Appointment

Deadline April 30

Income Tax Appointments are still available. Due to current Public Health Orders appointments will not take place in person, but seniors can still register to receive a phone call with a Canada Revenue Agency-trained volunteer to help complete their 2020 income tax return.

A reminder that paperwork will need to be dropped off at one of the pavilions prior to your scheduled appointment.

To register for a phone-in appointment, click the link below or call 604-927-4386.

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Town Hall Meeting

Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m.

Do you have questions, ideas or feedback for Coquitlam City Council? We want to hear from you!

Mark your calendar – Coquitlam’s Virtual Town Hall Meeting takes place on Thursday, April 29 at 7 p.m. To participate, register for the Zoom webinar at coquitlam.ca/townhall or watch online at coquitlam.ca/webcasts.

For more information, click the link below or call 604-927-3010.

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Festival à la Cabane

April 16 to 30

For over thirty years, Festival du Bois has been presenting the music and culture of French Canada and from the francophone world in Maillardville. This year, they’re bringing some of that unique and joyful Festival du Bois spirit to you in your own cabane.

Watch exclusive concerts by some of your favourite music-makers from across Canada and enjoy special children’s and family programming, including hands-on fun, all for free!

Click on the link below to hear some truly entertaining chats and musical performances.

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