Spani Pool Renewal 

Renovation and Expansion Begins 

Visitors to Coquitlam’s Spani Pool in Mundy Park can look forward to an expanded and renovated facility as construction work is starting. Once complete for summer 2024, the renovated outdoor pool will include a new leisure pool with shallow beach entry, splash area, lazy river and a 1.2-metre deep end. A new warming pool close to the forest edge will provide therapeutic opportunities for visitors in a natural setting – which was a common theme in the public feedback on the project. The existing tank will be renovated and made more accessible, and other site improvements include new change rooms, washrooms, a multi-purpose room, a concession and more spectator seating.

These plans maximize the future programming potential of the pool and make it inclusive for all ages and abilities. For more info about the project, including renderings of the renovated facility, click the link below. 

SPANI POOL 

Grant Boosts Accessibility 

Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification

Coquitlam’s ongoing work to remove barriers and improve access to City facilities and services will be supported by a BC Accessibility Grant from the Rick Hansen Foundation.

The grant program will provide staff training, up to $82,500 for accessibility upgrades, and Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, Dogwood Pavilion and Town Centre Park Community Centre (formerly the Innovation Centre). Coquitlam was one of eight municipalities in B.C. to be selected for the 2022 grant.

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We’re Hiring! 

Do Work that Matters 

Are you looking for work that is meaningful, reflects your values and supports your professional and life goals? You’ll find it at the City of Coquitlam, recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for six years in a row.

The City supports employee growth and retention by creating opportunities for training and advancement, as well as flexibility to help employees achieve work-life balance. Click the link below to view current job postings and sign up to receive job alerts. 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

GoHere Washroom Access 

Coquitlam First City in B.C. to Support Program

Coquitlam is the first B.C. city to support Crohn's and Colitis Canada's Washroom Access Program, and has identified 36 municipal washroom facilities, which have been added to the GoHere App. The locations include washrooms in parks, recreation centres and other City-owned facilities.

Washroom access is a medical necessity for many individuals that live with various medical or chronic conditions, including those with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. The GoHere App assures those living with these conditions the ability to locate community washrooms and help them to break free from the anxiety and stress they face when leaving their homes.

Featured in the free-to-download GoHere app, the ‘Washroom Locator’ helps to identify the closest available washrooms. Individuals with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis may have to use the washroom 20 or more times a day.

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Spirit of Coquitlam Grant 

Now Accepting Applications

Our spring Spirit of Coquitlam Grant program is now open and accepting applications until March 31.

Since its launch in 2002, Spirit of Coquitlam Grants have helped hundreds of not-for-profit, community-based organizations host events, purchase equipment or complete initiatives or capital projects that benefit Coquitlam residents.

To learn more about the grant, eligibility guidelines and to apply online, click the link below.

SPIRIT GRANT

Stay Active over Spring Break 

Coquitlam Express Hockey Camp 

Kids can stay active and receive specific skill correction by Coquitlam Express players and coaches in hockey camps during Spring Break.

Register for a Coquitlam Express Hockey Camp from Monday, March 20 – Friday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. In addition to on-ice practice, players will receive dryland training, and a tour of the facility and the Coquitlam Express dressing room.

Click the link below to sign up online, or call 604-927-4386. 

HOCKEY CAMP

Spring Gardening Workshops 

Inspiration Garden 

Join the Park Spark team for exciting garden workshops at the Inspiration Garden in Town Centre Park. Learn gardening basics, including starting from seed, life in the soil, composting, plant lifecycles and the power of pollinators. Create a spring container, hanging basket, herb container or a pollinator planter. Plus, look forward to some wormy workshops!

For more information about these workshops and to sign up, click the link below or email garden@coquitlam.ca.

GARDEN

Get a Small Grant to Connect Your Neighbourhood

Neighbourhood Small Grants Available 

If you had $500 to spend, what small project or event could you dream up to bring people together?

Applications for Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) between $50 and $500 will be accepted until April 18 through a continuing partnership between the City of Coquitlam, Coquitlam Foundation the Vancouver Foundation and the Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC.

A good place to start brainstorming is to view examples on the NSG website. Examples of projects that received funding in 2022 include paint nights, building pollinator hotels in local neighbourhoods, overdose awareness events, writing groups for youth and more. 

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Volunteer with Spotlight on Sport 

Get Involved in 2023

Do you love sports? Do you want to make a difference in the community? Sign up to volunteer with Spotlight on Sport today! Opportunities include volunteering at Spotlight on Sport events and programs, and being a friendly presence to sport field and facility users at Town Centre Park as a park host. 

Click the link below or email spotlightonsport@coquitlam.ca to learn more about Spotlight on Sport. 

SPOTLIGHT ON SPORT

This message is sent on behalf of Claudette Haire, Business Services Manager

Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities, City of Coquitlam prcs_info@coquitlam.ca