City of Port Coquitlam

A vibrant community of more than 61,000 people, Port Coquitlam boasts a picturesque natural setting, with a strategic location, progressive business opportunities, a strong sense of community spirit know as PoCo Pride, and a dedication to healthy living that offers an exceptional living and working environment for people of all ages and lifestyles. Over the last several years, the City has been bustling with new commercial, institutional, industrial and residential developments, much of which are close to its historic and authentic downtown core or in new growth areas such as the Dominion Triangle.

To meet the needs of its residents, the City is undertaking improvements to infrastructure, transportation and other services, including major upgrades to the Leigh Square Community Arts Village, Veterans Park and surrounding streets and public areas as part of Port Coquitlam’s downtown revitalization efforts.

Incorporated as a municipality in 1913, Port Coquitlam strives to be a complete community that balances social, environmental and economic values while fulfilling the priorities set by our citizens. Port Coquitlam has earned national recognition for being a livable city and is known for its affordability, accessible location, extensive parks and trail network, family-oriented services, small-town community spirit, charming historic downtown and business-friendly approach. The City provides and supports a wide variety of opportunities for citizen involvement.

Port Coquitlam is centrally located within the Lower Mainland, with easy access to Vancouver via road, transit and commuter rail links. This accessibility, combined with the availability of affordable industrial, commercial and residential properties and the continued focus on economic growth, has drawn a large number of progressive enterprises to the community.

Port Coquitlam is a happy, vibrant, safe community to live and raise a family. Its residents have access to more than 271 hectares of parkland and an extensive system of outdoor trails perfect for cycling, hiking and leisurely walks. A wide variety of housing choices, quality schools, health care facilities, shopping, recreation and arts facilities, and numerous places of worship round out this warm and caring community.
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