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Coquitlam Adopts Economic Development Strategy

The City of Coquitlam has adopted a new Economic Development Strategy that outlines a vision and specific goals and strategies that the City will undertake to support the development of a resilient and sustainable economy that works for everyone. Thank you to everyone who provided their feedback in support of the development of this important plan.

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InBC Investment Intake Now Open

InBC Investment Corporation – a strategic investment fund created by the provincial government – is seeking to invest in growing companies that are focused on delivering positive economic, social and environmental benefits for British Columbians. Companies can now submit an online form for initial screening. 

InBC Intake Form
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City of Coquitlam Bid Opportunities

View current City of Coquitlam bid opportunities online and stay up to date by signing up for notifications. Coquitlam provides fair and equal competitive bid opportunities to the business community in the acquisition of supplies, services, assets, and infrastructure that provide best overall value. Sign up today! 

Bid Opportunities
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Grow Your Business Online Grant

The Government of Canada has partnered with Small Business BC and Digital Main Street to provide the Grow Your Business Online grant for small businesses. Eligible businesses will receive up to $2,400 to help with costs relating to adopting digital technologies.

Grow Your Business Online Grant
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Improving Public Accessibility 

People with access needs will choose a business where they feel welcome and where they can easily get the products and services they want. As we approach Canadian National AccessAbility Week (May 28-June 3), the City is encouraging local businesses to prioritize accessibility in their operations. Learn what the City is doing to support accessibility by clicking the link below.

Accessibility in Coquitlam
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Help Shape the City's Transportation Plan

Share your feedback on how to make our city a more complete and connected community at an upcoming panel discussion on the future of Coquitlam's transportation system. 

The event is one way the business community can share input on the Strategic Transportation Plan, which will act as a roadmap for Coquitlam’s transportation network with a focus on prioritizing key actions and policy changes for the next 10 years. 

When: Wednesday, May 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Douglas College Coquitlam Campus (1250 Pinetree Way) Main Building Room A1470

Register here
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Proud to Grow Here Contest

Does your business have a fantastic frontage or beautiful balcony with gardens and florals? We want to recognize you through our 2023 Coquitlam in Bloom Proud to Grow Here contest. Judges from  Communities in Bloom will be in Coquitlam in July and just might stop by your business to take a peek.

Get involved
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Business Benefits Finder

Did you know that the Government of Canada has a database for business grants, contributions, and other financial assistance? Click on the link to find out more.

Benefits Finder
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Keep Pollutants Out of Our Streams

Like residents, business owners in Coquitlam strive to keep our community healthy and beautiful. Collectively, we can keep our community a leader in stream and waterway protections by ensuring pollutants are not released into our water system. To ensure you're doing your part, install and properly maintain grease traps on your premises. Grease traps should be adequately sized, regularly maintained and the captured grease should be disposed in accordance to the regional Sewer Use Bylaw.

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Corporate Partners Program

Build stronger community ties and grow your business, all while enhancing local events and programs! The Corporate Partners program offers exposure to a vast audience through corporate sponsorship, including Coquitlam’s diverse community, as well as visitors from all over Metro Vancouver.

Corporate Partners Program
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