Passes Offer Discounted Summer Fun

Summer Child & Youth Pass 

Kids and teens up to age 18 can look forward to a summer of fun for one low price with Coquitlam’s Summer Child & Youth Pass, on sale now.

An annual favourite, the 2023 pass will provide unlimited access to drop-in activities at Coquitlam’s pools and recreation centres from June 16 to Sept. 4, all for $25 including taxes.

Passholders can enjoy a variety of fun drop-in activities all summer long, including public swimming at indoor and outdoor pools; drop-in sports, including basketball, badminton and volleyball; drop-in skating; and fitness centres and drop-in fitness classes for youth aged 13 to 18   (teens 13 to 15 must complete a fitness orientation before participating).

SUMMER PASS

Swimming and Water Play Options 

Eagle Ridge Pool Opening Soon

As the weather warms up, there are many ways to cool down in Coquitlam, including free access to ten spray parks, Blue Mountain Wading Pool (open June 17), fun pop-up park events and additional resident access to Coquitlam’s Bettie Allard YMCA.

Eagle Ridge Pool will open for the season this weekend on June 3. It’s $2 to swim and hours of operation can be found at coquitlam.ca/OutdoorPools.

City Centre Aquatic Complex will offer a robust schedule of drop-in swimming, aquafit and swimming lessons, as usual, throughout the summer season. Plus, the annual maintenance closure of the pool at Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex has been rescheduled to the fall to ensure a full schedule of drop-in swimming, aquafit and swimming lessons throughout the summer while we renovate and expand Spani Pool. 

EAGLE RIDGE

Celebrate Seniors Week 

Fun Activities Next Week

We’re celebrating Seniors Week June 4 to 10 with a variety of activities and events. Sign up to join the fun with the Meeting of the Melodies kickoff event; drop-in sports and fitness activities including chair yoga, Essentrics, Fit 360, pickleball, Pilates, skating and swimming; brain games, sports and informational presentations on navigating your retirement journey with Aspira; tea, tour and textile crafting at the Evergreen Cultural Centre; and much more.

Don’t forget to pick up a Seniors Week passport and collect a stamp each time you register and participate in one of the free activities. For every three stamps, your name will be entered into a prize draw. Program booklets and passports are available for pickup at recreation facilities with Seniors Week activities.

This year’s Seniors Week is proudly presented by Aspira Retirement Living (Astoria and Mayfair Terrace).

SENIORS WEEK

Pride Month in Coquitlam 

Support and Celebrate the LGBTQ2S+ Community

As we kick off Pride Month here in Coquitlam and look ahead to summer long Pride celebrations locally and throughout Metro Vancouver, we invite everyone to join us in supporting and celebrating the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Allyship is not a one-time action, it is a journey of support, learning and commitment. This is a journey that Coquitlam, as an organization, is also embarking on with purpose, while keeping the safety of our residents and community top of mind.

To learn more, click the link below.

LEARN MORE

Teddy Bear Picnic June 11 

Park Spark 

Join the Park Spark team at the annual Teddy Bear Picnic and parade at Town Centre Park on Sunday, June 11.

BEE inspired and learn about the 2023 Coquitlam in Bloom Proud to Grow Here contest, discover the importance of Coquitlam’s tree canopy as part of the Tree Spree initiative, learn about invasive plants and how to manage them with the Bad Seed stewardship team, and get involved in the fun and unique volunteer opportunities that Coquitlam’s Parks teams have to offer.

PARK SPARK

Bring the Party to your Block 

Apply for a Block Party Grant 

Coquitlam residents are in for a treat as the City's block party program is back with $150 cash grants for registered block party organizers. The program aims to provide an opportunity for residents to connect with their neighbours, foster new friendships and build a sense of community. 

Coquitlam residents can apply for the $150 cash grant to help with food or supply purchases, equipment rentals, entertainment, or other costs, ideally sourced from Coquitlam. Local business listings can be found at visitcoquitlam.ca. 

APPLY TODAY

Celebrate Your Birthday with Us 

Maillardville Community Centre 

Planning a birthday party? Let our party leaders organize games and activities to keep your party-goers going! Check out Preschool Birthday Parties (0 – 5 yrs) on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and Sports Birthday Parties (5 – 11 yrs) on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 – 3 p.m. at Maillardville Community Centre (1200 Cartier Ave.).

We’ll set up tables and chairs, and you’ll have access to the kitchen for food storage and re-heating. Bring the space to life by using your own unique decorations.

To learn more and sign up for a timeslot, click the link below and open the Other dropdown.

BIRTHDAY PARTY

Sports Fair Aug. 19 

Town Centre Park 

Mark your calendar! Learn about local sports opportunities, test your skills and play sports games on Saturday, Aug. 19 at the City’s popular Sports Fair. The annual event brings together a wide variety of community sporting associations with members of the public who want to try out new sports, find out what local sports groups have to offer, and discover fun ways to stay active. 

This year’s free fair will take place at Town Centre Park’s North Field #6 on Aug. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. 

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