Watermain flushing continues! The area shown in the map will be flushed next week (February 23 to March 1). For a closer look at the map, more information and FAQs, visit portcoquitlam.ca/watermain.

GOING FOR GOLD! 🍁🏒 Join us bright and early on Sunday, February 22 at 5:10am at Port Coquitlam Community Centre as Team Canada goes for Olympic gold in men's ice hockey! Thank you to our TV screen sponsor @valleytechproduction! City Hall and Leigh Square will be lighting up 🔴⚪!

Who else had to pull their winter coats, gloves and scarves back out? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ We may need to bundle up more on these chilly mornings, but the mountains are looking beautiful and we're happy to soak up all of this sunshine. 🏔️☀️ 📸: Kristina Brisbin

On Wednesday, we'll wear pink. 🩷 February 25 is Pink Shirt Day! Wear pink to show support for a kinder, more inclusive community. Activities & more info ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/kindness

Now's the time to apply to join the May Day Parade! 🎈🎉 Be part of the fun parade and connect with the community on Saturday, May 9. Businesses and organizations have until April 14 to get their applications in! Apply ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/maydayparade

Know an amazing volunteer making an impact in our community? Celebrate their hard work and dedication by nominating them for our Volunteer Recognition Awards! 🏅 Nominate now ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/volunteerawards

Ramadan Mubarak! Ramadan began last night and is known as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. Sending warm wishes for a peaceful and meaningful Ramadan to all who celebrate. City Hall will be illuminated 🟢 tonight.

We're expecting some rain (possibly mixed with snow) and freezing temperatures overnight! 🧊 We're monitoring conditions and ready to respond. Report issues ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/report

Spring is almost here, and so is a fresh lineup of exciting programs for all ages! Check out our spring leisure guide, now available online. 🏃🌸 View ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/leisureguide

Happy Lunar New Year! 🏮🎊🧧 2026 is the year of the Fire Horse. 🔥🐎 The horse is the seventh animal in the cycle and is a symbol of vitality, speed and perseverance. City Hall will be lit up 🔴 tonight to celebrate.

The weather may not look like this today, but our winter fleet is ready. Crews are monitoring conditions closely, and trucks are equipped with plows and sanders should the weather change.

Happy Family Day, Port Coquitlam. 💙💚 We hope you are able to spend time with your loved ones today and soak in every bit of this first long weekend of the year! Look forward to seeing you all at our 2026 events!

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Maddy McLean ⭐ We shine the spotlight on volunteers who make a positive impact in our programs! Full interview ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/volunteerspotlight

Reminder! 🔔 Due to Family Day your collection date will get bumped this week. 🚛🗑️ Be sure to check your calendar or app for your updated day! Do you have our Sort & Report App? ♻️ If not, you should check it out! Download the app at portcoquitlam.ca/sortreport.

💌 To: PoCo ... Happy Valentine's Day! 💖 Share this card with someone who has PoCompletely stolen your heart! ➡️💌

Family Day hours: Hyde Creek 🏊 1-5pm PCCC 🏋 9am-1pm 🚗 Parkade 8:30am-1pm Gathering Place, Outlet & PoCo Heritage 🎨 Closed City Hall, Annex, Public Works Admin & Fire Admin 🏛️ Closed Terry Fox Library 📚 Closed No plans? Visit portcoquitlam.ca/familyday to see what activities we have available!

Reminder: Watermain flushing starts this Weds, February 18. The area shown in the map will be flushed next week (February 18 to 22). Weekly updates on the areas being flushed within the overall watermain flushing zone will be posted. For more information and FAQs, visit portcoquitlam.ca/watermain.

Take a First Aid-Standard Course with CPR 'C' and AED! 🗓️ March 1 and 8 ⏰ 8:30-5pm 📍 Hyde Creek Recreation Centre Register here: https://ow.ly/E4Wh50YcV5Z

To show our support, the City will be lighting City Hall and Leigh Square in blue nightly (Tumbler Ridge Secondary School’s colour) in solidarity with the Tumbler Ridge community and all those affected.

Big thank you to everyone who made their voice heard and completed our 2026 Budget Survey! ✅ Your feedback will help inform the final 2026 budget and guide City decision-making. PoCo residents were also able to enter to win a $150 gift card to a local business of their choice. Congrats to Casey. 🎉

We offer free Community Safety Courses! Our next course is already full, but we've got more coming up this year: ◾ Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9am to 12pm ◾ Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9am to 12pm ◾ Saturday, November 14, 2026 — 9am to 12pm Sign up ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/safetycourse

“Port Coquitlam is deeply saddened by the tragic school shooting in British Columbia’s Peace region. On behalf of City Council and residents, I extend our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed, and my thoughts are with the students, staff, and all those affected.

We've got the Olympics on at Port Coquitlam Community Centre! Head to the Concession Landing to see it all on our two TV screens. Cheer on Team Canada together! 🍁 Thank you to our screen sponsor, Valley Tech!

Annual watermain flushing starts Tuesday, February 17. This program ensures the continued delivery of safe and reliable drinking water to our community. 💧🚰 For this year's watermain flushing zone map, FAQs, and more information, visit portcoquitlam.ca/watermain.

City Council meeting today at 5pm. Agenda includes: ✔️ PROCLAMATION: Heritage Week - February 16 to February 22, 2026 For full agenda and to watch the meeting from the comfort of your home, visit portcoquitlam.ca/council. Link in bio.

Get ready for free Family Day activities! 👪 🏊‍♀️ Swimming ⛸️ Skating 🎨 Family Art in the Gallery 🛝 Playmania Schedule & registration ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/familyday

Show your appreciation for amazing local volunteers by nominating them for our 2026 Volunteer Recognition Awards! ⭐ Nominate by March 5 ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/volunteerawards

Not sure how City budgets work? That’s okay, our survey helps explain it. Have YOUR SAY! ⬇️ ✅ Take the survey online now at portcoquitlam.ca/2026budget ✅ Drop off your completed survey in our City Hall dropbox ✅ Visit our recreation centres to pick up a survey, fill it out, and submit!

Reminder to VOTE for Terry Fox: Inspiring Local Champions! The new exhibit at Port Coquitlam Community Centre is nominated for a Heritage BC Award, celebrating outstanding achievement.

A high steamflow advisory affecting Port Coquitlam has been issued. Rivers are expected to rise Saturday, with peak levels later Saturday or into Sunday morning. ⚠️ Please use caution near waterways, avoid potentially unstable banks, and keep pets and kids far back.

Let's go, Team Canada! 🍁 The 2026 Winter Olympics open today. Join us throughout #MilanoCortina2026 for viewing parties at Port Coquitlam Community Centre's Concession Landing, with a screen sponsored by Valley Tech Production Group LTD.

Get ready for Family Day fun! 😀 🎨 Family Art in the Gallery 🛝 Playmania 💌 Family Day Movie and Valentines: Winnie the Pooh – A Valentine for You 🏊‍♀️ Swimming ⛸️ Skating Learn more & register ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/familyday

Businesses and organizations, be part of our Rotary May Day Parade on Saturday, May 9! In 2025, the parade featured over 90 participants, lasted 1.5 hours, and attracted 22,000 spectators from across the region. 🎊🎈📢 Apply now ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/maydayparade

Say hello to the three winners of our PoCo Doggo Photo Contest! 👋🐾 ⭐ Muffin ⭐ Izzy ⭐ Sunia Thank you to everyone who shared a photo! It's always fun to see the dogs of PoCo. 💚💙

Need to chat with our Recreation Department? 📞 A phone system upgrade is taking place on Thursday, February 5 from 7-11pm. During the upgrade, fewer phone lines will be available, which may result in slower response times.

City Council meeting today at a special time, 1pm. Agenda includes: ✔️ BYLAW: Sewer Regulation and Waterworks Regulation Amendment Bylaws - First Three Readings For full agenda and to watch the meeting from the comfort of your home, visit portcoquitlam.ca/council. Link in bio.

Work is being completed on February 3 & 4 to rebalance our water supply in the City Zone. Some residents may experience temporary impacts such as discoloured water or fluctuations in pressure. If this happens, run your cold taps for 20 minutes or until water runs clear.

Reminder: February 2 is the last day to get a discount on dog licences! 🐾 Licence fees: 🐾 Protect your pet if lost with registration and a provided dog tag 🐾 Support our local animal shelter 🐾 Contribute to dog-related services and regulation Renew or apply ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/doglicence

February is Black History Month, and 2026 marks 30 years of BHM in Canada! The theme this year is "30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries." Infomation & resources ➡️ canada.ca/blackhistorymonth

Got a few minutes? ⌚ Take our budget survey! We want to know what matters most to our community. Provide feedback that guides City decision-making throughout the year! Take survey ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/2026budget

Last chance! 🐶 Reply with a photo of your dog and you'll be entered in a draw to win one of three dog licences and City swag for your dog! Don't wait to get your dog's licence at portcoquitlam.ca/doglicence. Licences are $15 off until February 2, and if you win the contest, we'll refund you.

Safely share the road with emergency vehicles. 🚒🚓🚑⬇ 🚨 Lights or sirens on? Pull over to the right or nearest shoulder 🛑 Emergency vehicle stopped with lights flashing? Slow down, leave room, and watch for traffic changes 📵 Stay focused on driving

The parking lot at Wilson Avenue and Donald Street will be closed on Saturday, January 31 from 7am-3:30pm to complete hazardous tree removal. For a map of other parking locations in downtown Port Coquitlam, visit portcoquitlam.ca/downtown. Thank you for your patience!

Now arriving in mailboxes: Our Budget at a Glance and Budget Survey! 📫✅ Be sure to complete the survey and get it back to City Hall by February 8 OR complete it online now at portcoquitlam.ca/budgetsurvey.

A Yellow Warning for Rainfall is in effect for Port Coquitlam. Full notice ➡️ https://ow.ly/xCqM50Y4Zym ✅ Clear debris from catch basins ✅ Drive with caution and check conditions Report issues ➡️ https://ow.ly/eAhk50Y4Zyn

Take our next FREE Community Safety Course to learn how to prep for and respond to emergencies, get fire safety and suppression tips, and discover crime prevention strategies. 🗓️ Saturday, February 21 ⌚ 9am-12pm 📍 Emergency Preparedness Training Centre Sign up ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/safetycourse

Regular updates and monthly recaps are delivered right to your inbox when you subscribe to City E-News! 📩📰 Subscribe now ➡️ portcoquitlam.ca/enews

City Council meeting today at a special time, 12pm. Agenda includes: ✔️ PROCLAMATION: Real Acts of Caring (RAC) Week - February 8th to 14th, 2026 For full agenda and to watch the meeting from the comfort of your home, visit portcoquitlam.ca/council. Link in bio. #PortCoquitlam #CityOfPoCo

Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on January 27, 1945. City Hall will be lit up 🟡 tonight to remember the victims and in support of all who have been affected by the Holocaust.

Paint cans don't go in your City blue bin! ❌ Take it to them to a depot, such as PoCo Return-It (2577 Kingsway Ave, Port Coquitlam), United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre (995 United Blvd, Coqutilam) or Happy Stan's Recycling Services (1603 Langan Ave, Port Coquitlam).