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Prochaines réunions
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Committee reviews TransLink accessibility, road safety, and Fraser Mills centre design
The Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee discussed TransLink's accessibility plan, road safety draft actions, and the Fraser Mills Community Centre schematic design, seeking input on barriers and inclusive features. They also reviewed the AccessAbility Resource Fair recap and received updates on the Accessibility and Inclusion Plan and transportation projects.
- TransLink presentation on Accessibility Plan and bike island on-board announcement pilot
- Road Safety Program draft actions addressing Mariner Way, Ponderosa Street, and Pipeline Road/Guildford Way intersections
- Fraser Mills Community Centre schematic design presented for accessibility feedback
- 2026 AccessAbility Resource Fair recap with parking and wayfinding concerns
- Transportation updates: Mariner Way bus-only lane, Lougheed Hwy/Woolridge pedestrian signal upgrade, and shared e-micromobility expansion
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford
Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Steve Kim, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Georgina Hackett, Citizen Representative
Heather Lawson, Citizen Representative
Lelainia Lloyd, Citizen Representative
Georgette Reyes, Citizen Representative
Pete Stone, Community Ventures Society*
Sandra Uno, Citizen Representative*
Susan Williamson, Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society
GUESTS:
Erin Windross, Senior Planner Access Transit Planning, TransLink (re:
item 2)
Aaron Demes, Lead Government Relations, TransLink (re: item 2)
ABSENT:
Paul Jarvie, Citizen Representative
Alex Kwan, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Jen-Che (Arthur) Lee, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Ross Renaud, SHARE Family and Community Services
STAFF:
Manisha Dutta, Senior Manager Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Kate Brown, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist
Glen Chua, Transportation Planning Specialist
Anagha Krishnan, Team Lead Road Safety and Operations
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
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Réunions récentes
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee
Réunion du comité de durabilité annulée
La réunion du comité consultatif sur la durabilité et l'environnement prévue le 28 juillet 2026 a été annulée. Aucune décision ni discussion n'aura lieu.
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Notice of Cancellation
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Pursuant to the Community Charter and the City of Coquitlam
Council Procedure Bylaw No. 5200, 2022, notice is hereby given that:
The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory
Committee Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026
has been CANCELLED.
Lindsey Grist
Corporate Officer
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Multiculturalism Advisory Committee
Committee reviews final Accessibility and Inclusion Plan 2026-2029
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee reviewed the final Accessibility and Inclusion Plan 2026-2029, which includes 24 actions across six focus areas. The body also discussed newcomer employment needs and the upcoming Welcome to Coquitlam event.
- Presentation of the Accessibility and Inclusion Plan 2026-2029 featuring 24 total actions
- Discussion on newcomer employment forums and the impact of AI on recruiting
- Welcome to Coquitlam event scheduled for June 17, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at City Hall
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MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, May 14, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee convened on Thursday, May
14, 2026 at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Brent Asmundson, Chair
Parmis Bagher Zadeh, Citizen Representative
Tina Balachandran, Citizen Representative
Leo Chen, Citizen Representative
Honore Gbedze, Citizen Representative*
Ann Johannes, Citizen Representative
Bita Rezaei, Citizen Representative*
Edgar Sanchez, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair (regrets)
Carolina Echeverri, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Nikki Kasravi, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Bibi Singh, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Lucie Wee, Citizen Representative (regrets)
GUESTS: Abigail Cameron, Associate Program Director Strategic Initiatives and
Development, SUCCESS BC (re: item 3)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Victoria Elahi, Social Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Committee reviews youth navigational tools and Canada Day accessibility
The Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee discussed a youth-led navigational tool for Dogwood Pavilion and accessibility improvements for Canada Day events. The body also received updates on the city's Accessibility and Inclusion Plan and upcoming community resource fairs.
- Presentation of a smartphone-based navigational tool by Dr. Charles Best Secondary Youth Empowerment Team for Dogwood Pavilion
- Proposed Canada Day accessibility updates including cooling amenities on maps and QR code access
- AccessAbility Resource Fair scheduled for May 24 at Pinetree Community Centre
- $25,000 SPARC BC grant awarded for maze gate removal
- Discussion of wheelchair damage caused by height differences between SkyTrain platforms and cabins
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford
Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Steve Kim, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Georgina Hackett, Citizen Representative
Alex Kwan, Citizen Representative
Heather Lawson, Citizen Representative
Jen-Che (Arthur) Lee, Citizen Representative*
Lelainia Lloyd, Citizen Representative*
Ross Renaud, SHARE Family and Community Services
Pete Stone, Community Ventures Society
Sandra Uno, Citizen Representative*
Susan Williamson, Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society
GUESTS: Representatives of the Dr. Charles Best Secondary Youth
Empowerment Team (re: item 2)
ABSENT: Paul Jarvie, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Georgette Reyes, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economy
Thomas Thivener, Manager Transportation Planning
Wondy Chan, Cultural and Community Events Supervisor
Kate Brown, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
Culture Services Advisory Committee
Conception du Centre communautaire Fraser Mills et programmes Streetscape discutés
Le Comité consultatif des services culturels recevra des mises à jour sur la conception du centre communautaire Fraser Mills, le programme d'amélioration Streetscape 2026-2027 et le Plan de travail des services culturels. Il entendra également des rapports de délégations de jeunes et d'organisations partenaires culturelles.
- Centre communautaire Fraser Mills : parcs de 6,7 ha, centre communautaire de 4 645 m², espace de vente au détail de 1 226 m², place urbaine de 5 000 m²
- Projets Streetscape : David Avenue Water Pump Station (3311 David Ave), bancs d'Austin Heights, éclairage des arbres de Burquitlam, habillages de boîtiers utilitaires
- Interprètes de Music in the Streets : Ahshi Duo, Neo Harmonia Duo, Amanda and Marta Jazz Duo, Nkwali, Natasha Kozak, Paula Pazos, Steven Marriott, Ranj Singh, Lenny & Pete
- Futures opportunités Streetscape à Maillardville, Como Lake Village, North Road, Austin Heights
- Le Plan de travail des services culturels comprend la sélection d'art public, des festivals, des événements et une mise à jour d'ArtsConnect
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CULTURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, April 16, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Culture Services Advisory Committee convened on Thursday, April
16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair
Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair
Silvia Camolese, Citizen Representative
Gina Chong, Festival Planners Network
Dana Ebtekar, Citizen Representative*
Marwa Elziny, Citizen Representative*
Markus Fahrner, Coquitlam Heritage Society
Anthea Goffe, Coquitlam Public Library Board
Philip Hartwick, Evergreen Cultural Centre Society
Andrea Jensen, Artistic Community Representative
Clinton Pope, Citizen Representative
Matthew Sebastiani, Place Des Arts
ABSENT: Rob Bottos, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Jaylene Liu, Citizen Representative (regrets)
GUESTS: Representatives of the Coquitlam Youth Council
Representatives of the School District 43 Student Arts Council
Jewelles Smith, ArtsConnect Board Member
STAFF: Hilary Letwin, Manager Cultural Services
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Sports Advisory Committee
Approbation finale de la conception du renouvellement et de l'agrandissement des courts de tennis du parc Town Centre Park
Le Comité consultatif des sports et loisirs examinera et discutera de la conception finale du renouvellement et de l'agrandissement des courts de tennis au parc Town Centre Park. Le projet comprend de nouveaux courts de tennis, un bâtiment de soutien, un centre de services du parc et une expansion provisoire de la pelouse Festival Lawn. Les travaux devraient débuter en 2026 et s'achever en 2027.
- Approbation de la conception finale pour le renouvellement et l'agrandissement des courts de tennis du parc Town Centre Park
- Processus d'approvisionnement et attribution des travaux au T2 2026, début des travaux au T2 2026
- Bâtiment de soutien au tennis avec salle de réunion, kitchenette, toilettes universelles, patio social
- Ouverture du centre de services du parc au T3 2026
- Ouverture de l'expansion provisoire de la pelouse Festival Lawn au T3 2027
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, May 7, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
May 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair*
Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Dan Trinh, Coquitlam Tennis Club
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Brian Forrester, Manager Sport Services
Tobi Mai, Director Major Capital Projects
Kathleen Reinheimer, Director Parks
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Sports Advisory Committee
Sports Advisory Committee discusses urban forest and ice facility updates
The committee reviewed the Urban Forest Management Strategy and received an update on the Planet Ice facility. Members also discussed various community sports reports and facility concerns.
- Urban Forest Management Strategy presentation including planned fire fuel removal on Westwood Plateau for fall 2026
- Planet Ice update noting a new ice facility is identified in the Major Facilities Roadmap for approximately 10-15 years
- Report on Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame annual update
- Discussion of Burke Mountain Athletic Park scheduled to open in late summer 2026
- Presentation by Coquitlam Lions Water Polo regarding community programs and the Ethan Denum Memorial Tournament
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, May 7, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
May 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair*
Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Dan Trinh, Coquitlam Tennis Club
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Brian Forrester, Manager Sport Services
Tobi Mai, Director Major Capital Projects
Kathleen Reinheimer, Director Parks
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Coquitlam discute de la gestion des bordures de rue, de l'informatique quantique et des événements de soccer
Le comité a examiné une nouvelle stratégie pour la gestion du stationnement dans la rue, des zones de chargement et des terrasses. Les membres ont également discuté de l'attraction d'entreprises d'informatique quantique et de l'animation de la ville à travers les événements communautaires du FIFA Summer of Soccer.
- Présentation de la stratégie de gestion des bordures de rue
- Discussion sur les opportunités dans le secteur de l'informatique quantique
- Plan d'activations communautaires du FIFA Summer of Soccer
- Rapport sur l'impact économique de l'industrie cinématographique ($1.6 million YTD)
- Subventions de quartier de la Fondation Coquitlam ($500 - $3,500)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee convened on Tuesday,
April 14, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair
Laurel Alexander, Citizen Representative
Mohammad Darwish, Citizen Representative
Gil Desaulniers, Citizen Representative
Hayley Hodgson, Citizen Representative
Marion Lochhead, Citizen Representative
Amanda Maharaj, Citizen Representative
Nicole Paul, Citizen Representative
Deryck Persaud, Citizen Representative
Ravinder Safaya, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Sebastiani, Citizen Representative
ABSENT:
Councillor Teri Towner, Chair (regrets)
Yasmin Jalali, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Araz Rismani, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF:
Doug McLeod, Director Transportation
Eric Kalnins, Senior Manager Economic Development
Edward Tain, Manager Business Growth
Mark Dylag, Transportation Engineer
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting held on
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Economic Development Advisory Committee
Le comité discute d'une stratégie de gestion de l'accotement pour le stationnement et les terrasses
Le comité recevra des présentations sur trois sujets : une stratégie de gestion de l'accotement, l'exploration des opportunités en informatique quantique, et le plan d'activation communautaire « Summer of Soccer ». La discussion portera sur la réglementation du stationnement, les zones de chargement, les permis de terrasse, les stratégies d'attraction des entreprises et les événements publics gratuits pour la Coupe du monde de la FIFA.
- Discussion sur le stationnement à durée limitée et la modernisation du stationnement payant avec des options de paiement mobile
- Suggestions pour une réglementation des permis de terrasse régulière et à faible coût, ainsi que des options de terrasses flexibles pour soutenir les entreprises
- Implantation de l'entreprise d'informatique quantique Photonic à Coquitlam et stratégies d'attraction des entreprises technologiques
- Fêtes de quartier gratuites et sans billets, ainsi que des projections communautaires pour le Summer of Soccer de la FIFA, avec des subventions accrues pour les fêtes de quartier disponibles le 1er mai
- Proposition d'organiser une conférence commerciale avec le consul général de l'Inde en partenariat avec la Chambre de commerce des Tri-Cities
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee convened on Tuesday,
April 14, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair
Laurel Alexander, Citizen Representative
Mohammad Darwish, Citizen Representative
Gil Desaulniers, Citizen Representative
Hayley Hodgson, Citizen Representative
Marion Lochhead, Citizen Representative
Amanda Maharaj, Citizen Representative
Nicole Paul, Citizen Representative
Deryck Persaud, Citizen Representative
Ravinder Safaya, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Sebastiani, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair (regrets)
Yasmin Jalali, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Araz Rismani, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Doug McLeod, Director Transportation
Eric Kalnins, Senior Manager Economic Development
Edward Tain, Manager Business Growth
Mark Dylag, Transportation Engineer
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting held on
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Thu May 21, 2026
Community Safety Advisory Committee
Le comité entendra des présentations sur la sécurité des événements de la GRC et sur la faune urbaine
Le comité consultatif sur la sécurité communautaire recevra deux présentations : l'une sur la planification de la GRC pour des événements et festivals publics sécuritaires, et l'autre sur le programme de faune urbaine de la ville, incluant la sécurité relative aux ours et l'application des règlements municipaux. Le comité ne prendra aucune décision lors de cette réunion.
- Présentation de la GRC sur la planification opérationnelle pour les événements et festivals publics (Staff Sergeant Howard Lew)
- Présentation du programme de faune urbaine avec des données sur la sécurité relative aux ours et l'application des règlements concernant les attractifs (5,364 actions en 2025)
- Discussion des questions de la communauté sur la sécurité des événements et la coexistence avec la faune
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COMMUNITY SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 19, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Community Safety Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
February 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Alvin Chen, Coquitlam Youth Council
Winston Choo, Block Watch Program
Ron Coulson, Citizen Representative
Julianne (Jewels) Cressman, Citizen Representative
Carol Metz, Citizen Representative
Mezie Odigboh, Citizen Representative
Judy Payne, School District No. 43
Ravinder Safaya, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Amandeep Sangha, Citizen Representative
Ally Wang, Citizen Representative
ABSENT:
Councillor Dennis Marsden, Vice Chair (regrets)
Andrea Corrigan, Hope for Freedom Society (regrets)
STAFF:
Jim Ogloff, General Manager Community Safety
Inspector Todd Balaban, Acting Officer-in-Charge, Coquitlam RCMP
Staff Sergeant Mark McCutcheon, Traffic Services Commander,
Coquitlam RCMP
Kim Singh, Senior Manager Police Services
Sean O’Melinn, Manager Business and Innovation
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
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Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee
Stratégie de gestion de la forêt urbaine présentée au comité
Le comité recevra une présentation sur la Stratégie de gestion de la forêt urbaine de Coquitlam, incluant des priorités à court terme telles que la modification du règlement de zonage afin d'élargir les exigences en matière de plantation d'arbres et l'établissement d'un programme d'initiatives arborées. Ils entendront également des mises à jour sur le Programme annuel de transport et une présentation sur l'exploration de l'énergie de quartier à Coquitlam. La réunion comprend l'approbation du procès-verbal précédent et une table ronde du comité.
- Présentation de la Stratégie de gestion de la forêt urbaine avec modification du règlement de zonage pour la plantation d'arbres
- Mises à jour sur le Programme annuel de transport
- Présentation sur l'exploration de l'énergie de quartier à Coquitlam
- Approbation du procès-verbal du 10 mars 2026
- Table ronde des membres du comité sur les enjeux émergents
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
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SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE:
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Urban Forest Management Strategy (Presentation by Kathleen Reinheimer,
Director Parks
7:05 – 7:35 p.m. (30 minutes)
3.
Annual Transportation Program Updates (Presentation by Thomas Thivener,
Manager Transportation Planning)
7:35 – 8:05 p.m. (30 minutes)
4.
Exploring District Energy in Coquitlam (Presentation by Ryan Voon, Climate
and Energy Manager)
8:05 – 8:35 p.m. (30 minutes)
5.
Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (Standing Agenda Item)
8:35 – 8:55 p.m. (20 minutes)
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OTHER BUSINESS
NEXT MEETING DATE – Tuesday, July 28, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
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Thu May 14, 2026
Multiculturalism Advisory Committee
Coupes dans la politique d'immigration et impact sur les nouveaux arrivants discutés
Le comité a examiné une présentation du Tri-Cities Local Immigration Partnership sur les changements de politique fédérale réduisant les services d'établissement et les cours d'instruction linguistique pour les nouveaux arrivants (LINC), ainsi que de nouveaux copaiements pour les soins de santé des réfugiés. Il a également discuté de la mise à jour de la Festivals and Events Strategy et des plans pour l'événement Welcome to Coquitlam.
- Présentation sur les changements de politique fédérale en matière d'immigration réduisant de $100M le financement des services d'établissement et réduisant LINC Stage 2
- Discussion sur le fait de rendre les festivals de la ville plus inclusifs grâce à une promotion multilingue et à une table consultative multiculturelle
- Événement Welcome to Coquitlam prévu pour les nouveaux arrivants, axé sur les services municipaux et la sécurité
- Planification de Canada Day 2026 reportée à la prochaine réunion
- La réorganisation de la ville scinde Parks, Recreation, Culture en deux départements
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MINUTES – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/542/2026-1 Doc #: 6101614.v1
MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, March 5, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee convened on Thursday, March
5, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam,
BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Brent Asmundson, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Tina Balachandran, Citizen Representative
Ann Johannes, Citizen Representative*
Nikki Kasravi, Citizen Representative*
Bita Rezaei, Citizen Representative
Bibi Singh, Citizen Representative
Lucie Wee, Citizen Representative
ABSENT:
Parmis Bagher Zadeh, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Leo Chen, Citizen Representative
Carolina Echeverri, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Honore Gbedze, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Edgar Sanchez, Citizen Representative
STAFF:
Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economy
Rebecca Laurie, Manager Civic Engagement
Chris Siddaway, Manager Community Partnerships and Policy
Victoria Elahi, Social Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Thu May 7, 2026
Sports Advisory Committee
Special Olympics Coquitlam présente les besoins en piste et les préoccupations concernant le capacitisme
Le Comité consultatif des sports et loisirs a entendu une présentation de Special Olympics Coquitlam sur leurs programmes et besoins en installations, notamment pour une piste d'athlétisme et des préoccupations concernant le capacitisme. Ils ont reçu des mises à jour sur le réaménagement de Glen Park et un résumé des commentaires des groupes d'utilisateurs de Planet Ice concernant l'entretien, l'état de la glace et la température. Le comité a également discuté des activations communautaires de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA et d'autres questions émergentes.
- Présentation de Special Olympics Coquitlam sur les besoins en piste, la sécurité au Percy Perry Stadium et les impacts du capacitisme
- Concept de réaménagement de Glen Park : utilisation passive/flexible, relocalisation du parc à chiens, relocalisation de la piste à bosses (pump track), aucun abattage d'arbres prévu
- Commentaires des groupes d'utilisateurs de Planet Ice : installation de 30 ans nécessitant entretien, propreté, améliorations des toilettes/réparations, état de la glace, problèmes de température
- Activations communautaires de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA approuvées : quatre soirées de visionnage, équipement/subvention pour fête de quartier
- Table ronde du comité : érosion déroutante du Coquitlam Crunch Trail, Jeux de la C.-B. 55+, aucune patinoire au Burke Mountain Community Centre
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✓ Décisions: Committee reviews urban forest strategy and ice facility updates
The committee approved the March 12, 2026, meeting minutes. Discussions included presentations on the Urban Forest Management Strategy and an update regarding Planet Ice facilities.
- Approved March 12, 2026, meeting minutes
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MINUTES – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/548/2026-1 Doc #: 6109102.v1
SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, March 12, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
March 12, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association*
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative*
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Chuck Peries, Coquitlam Tennis Club (regrets)
GUESTS: Joanne Turnbull, Special Olympics Coquitlam (re: Item 2)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Doron Fishman, Senior Manager Park Planning and Design
Kathleen Reinheimer, Senior Manager Parks
Vinh Truong, Manager Community Recreation
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, May 7, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
May 7, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair*
Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Dan Trinh, Coquitlam Tennis Club
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Brian Forrester, Manager Sport Services
Tobi Mai, Director Major Capital Projects
Kathleen Reinheimer, Director Parks
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting held on
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Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Le comité discute de l'accessibilité de la fête du Canada et de la foire de ressources
Le Comité de l'accessibilité et de l'inclusion entendra des présentations sur l'accessibilité de la fête du Canada de la part du personnel municipal et un bilan sur la Foire de ressources AccessAbility. Ils recevront également des mises à jour permanentes sur le Plan d'accessibilité et d'inclusion et sur les transports. La réunion comprend une présentation de l'équipe d'empowerment des jeunes.
- Présentation de l'équipe d'empowerment des jeunes du Dr. Charles Best Secondary
- Présentation sur l'accessibilité de la fête du Canada par Heidi Hughes et Wondy Chan
- Mise à jour de la Foire de ressources AccessAbility (24 mai 2026 au Pinetree Community Centre)
- Mises à jour sur le Plan d'accessibilité et d'inclusion et la Division de l'équité, de la diversité et de l'inclusion
- Mises à jour sur les transports et TransLink
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/539/2026-1 Doc #: 6146226.v1
ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Please note that this meeting is scent free
DATE:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting held
on Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Presentation from Dr. Charles Best Secondary Youth Empowerment Team
(Presentation by Student Representatives)
7:05 – 7:20 p.m. (15 minute)
3.
Canada Day Accessibility (Presentation by Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism
and Visitor Economy and Wondy Chan, Cultural and Community Event
Supervisor)
7:20 – 7:35 p.m. (15 minutes)
4.
AccessAbility Resource Fair Update (Introductory Comments by Kate Brown,
Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist)
7:35 – 7:45 p.m. (10 minutes)
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Accessibility and Inclusion Plan and Other Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Division Updates (Standing Agenda Item)
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Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Le comité entendra les plans d'accessibilité pour la fête du Canada
Le Comité consultatif sur l'accessibilité et l'inclusion entendra une présentation sur l'accessibilité de la fête du Canada, recevra une mise à jour sur la Foire des ressources AccessAbility, et discutera du Plan d'accessibilité et d'inclusion ainsi que des mises à jour sur les transports. Ils approuveront également le procès-verbal de la réunion de mars et tiendront une table ronde sur les enjeux émergents.
- Présentation sur l'accessibilité de la fête du Canada par le personnel
- Mise à jour de la Foire des ressources AccessAbility (24 mai 2026 au Pinetree Community Centre)
- Mises à jour du Plan d'accessibilité et d'inclusion
- Mises à jour sur les transports et TransLink, y compris les corrections des boutons de passage pour piétons
- Approbation du procès-verbal de la réunion du 3 mars 2026
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/539/2026-1 Doc #: 6146226.v1
ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Please note that this meeting is scent free
DATE:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting held
on Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Presentation from Dr. Charles Best Secondary Youth Empowerment Team
(Presentation by Student Representatives)
7:05 – 7:20 p.m. (15 minute)
3.
Canada Day Accessibility (Presentation by Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism
and Visitor Economy and Wondy Chan, Cultural and Community Event
Supervisor)
7:20 – 7:35 p.m. (15 minutes)
4.
AccessAbility Resource Fair Update (Introductory Comments by Kate Brown,
Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist)
7:35 – 7:45 p.m. (10 minutes)
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Accessibility and Inclusion Plan and Other Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Culture Services Advisory Committee
Réinvigoration d'ArtsConnect et rétroaction des jeunes sur les arts à l'ordre du jour
Le Comité consultatif des services culturels recevra des délégations du Conseil jeunesse de Coquitlam et du Conseil des arts étudiants du SD43, ainsi qu'une présentation sur la réinvigoration d'ArtsConnect (Conseil des arts des Tri-Cities) incluant la gouvernance, le statut d'organisme de bienfaisance et le financement. Aucune décision n'est prévue; le comité discutera de ces sujets.
- Le Conseil jeunesse de Coquitlam présente des commentaires sur les opportunités en arts et culture pour les jeunes
- Le Conseil des arts étudiants du SD43 présente un projet de murale à l'école intermédiaire Summit/Centre communautaire
- Présentation sur la réinvigoration d'ArtsConnect couvrant la gouvernance, le financement et les nouveaux programmes
- Discussion sur l'expansion des espaces d'exposition artistique et l'accessibilité des événements (dans le contexte de la réunion précédente)
- Mise à jour de la stratégie des festivals et événements avec des suggestions sur la diversité, l'accessibilité et le financement
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CULTURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 5, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Culture Services Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
February 5, 2026 at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair
Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair*
Rob Bottos, Citizen Representative
Silvia Camolese, Citizen Representative*
Gina Chong, Festival Planners Network
Dana Ebtekar, Citizen Representative*
Marwa Elziny, Citizen Representative
Markus Fahrner, Coquitlam Heritage Society
Anthea Goffe, Coquitlam Public Library Board
Andrea Jensen, Artistic Community Representative
Julia Lomonosova, Evergreen Cultural Centre Society
Joan McCauley, Place Des Arts
ABSENT:
Jaylene Liu, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Clinton Pope, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF:
Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economic
Caitlin Osborne, Communications Coordinator
Hilary Letwin, Manager Cultural Services
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Economic Development Advisory Committee
Le comité approuve le plan de travail 2026 et discute des événements de la Coupe du Monde
Le Comité consultatif de développement économique se prononce sur son plan de travail 2026 et discute de stratégies pour les festivals, les événements, la gestion des bordures de rue et l'informatique quantique. Les présentations incluent un invité de Moment Energy et un plan d'activation 'Summer of Soccer' avec des subventions pour les fêtes de quartier et des soirées de visionnement.
- Approbation du plan de travail 2026 (adopté à l'unanimité)
- Mise à jour de la stratégie des festivals et événements avec des suggestions pour des heures d'ouverture prolongées et des partenariats événementiels
- Programme de visites aux entreprises et présentation de Moment Energy sur le stockage d'énergie par batteries
- Stratégie de gestion des bordures de rue envisageant des limites de temps de stationnement et le chargement sur rue
- Activations 'Summer of Soccer' : 20 forfaits de fête de quartier avec des subventions de 500 $, soirées de visionnement à Percy Perry et Blue Mountain Park
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✓ Décisions: Advisory committee hears curbside, quantum, FIFA presentations; no votes
The committee received presentations on the curbside management strategy, quantum computing opportunities, and FIFA Summer of Soccer community activations. No formal decisions were made on these topics; the only action taken was approval of the previous meeting minutes.
- Approved minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting
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MINUTES – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee convened on Tuesday,
February 3, 2026 at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair
Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair*
Hayley Hodgson, Citizen Representative
Yasmin Jalali, Citizen Representative
Amanda Maharaj, Citizen Representative
Nicole Paul, Citizen Representative
Deryck Persaud, Citizen Representative*
Matthew Sebastiani, Citizen Representative*
ABSENT: Laurel Alexander, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Mohammad Darwish, Citizen Representative
Marion Lochhead, Citizen Representative
Jennifer McKinnon, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce (regrets)
Araz Rismani, Citizen Representative
GUESTS: Brandon Wong, Account Executive, Moment Energy (re Item 5)
Lauren Boers, Applications Engineer, Moment Energy (re Item 5)
Miguel Resendiz Jimenez, Marketing Manager, Moment Energy
(re Item 5)
STAFF: Eric Kalnins, Senior Manager Economic Development
Heidi Hughes, Manager of Tourism and Visitor Economy
Rebecca Laurie, Manager Civic Engagement
Edward Tain, Manager Business Growth
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Sports Advisory Committee
Committee receives updates on Glen Park redevelopment and community sport groups
The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Special Olympics Coquitlam user group, the Glen Park redevelopment, and feedback from Planet Ice users. It will also receive updates on parks, capital projects, and volunteer engagement. The meeting includes a roundtable for emerging issues and a discussion of the 2026 work plan.
- Community Sport User Group – Special Olympics Coquitlam presentation
- Glen Park Redevelopment update
- Summary of qualitative feedback from Planet Ice user groups
- Parks and Capital Projects / Community Services Updates (including disc golf upgrades and equipment rental boxes)
- Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (e.g., Mundy Park Lacrosse Box upgrades, pickleball booking window)
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✓ Décisions: Committee approved minutes from the Feb 4, 2026 meeting
The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its February 4, 2026 meeting. No other formal motions were adopted; the remainder of the session consisted of presentations and updates on Special Olympics, Glen Park redevelopment, Planet Ice feedback, and community‑service projects.
- Approved minutes of the Feb 4, 2026 Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/548/2026-1 Doc #: 6065967.v1
SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE:
Thursday, March 12, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting held
on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Community Sport User Group – Special Olympics Coquitlam (Presentation by
Joanne Turnbull)
7:05 - 7:30 p.m. (25 minutes)
2. Glen Park Redevelopment Update (Presentation by Doron Fishman, Senior
Manager Park Planning & Design)
7:30 - 8:00 p.m. (30 minutes)
3. Summary of Qualitative Feedback from Planet Ice User Groups (Introductory
Comments by Vinh Truong, Manager Community Recreation)
8:00 - 8:20 p.m. (20 minutes)
4. Parks and Capital Projects / Community Services Updates (Standing Agenda
Item)
8:20 - 8:30 p.m. (10 minutes)
5. Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (Standing Agenda Item)
8:30 - 8:45 p.m. (15 minutes)
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File #: 01-0540-20/548/2026-1 Doc #: 6109102.v1
SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, March 12, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
March 12, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association*
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative*
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Chuck Peries, Coquitlam Tennis Club (regrets)
GUESTS: Joanne Turnbull, Special Olympics Coquitlam (re: Item 2)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Doron Fishman, Senior Manager Park Planning and Design
Kathleen Reinheimer, Senior Manager Parks
Vinh Truong, Manager Community Recreation
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
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Sports Advisory Committee
Committee reviews Glen Park redevelopment and community sport updates
The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Special Olympics Coquitlam community sport group, an update on the Glen Park redevelopment, and a summary of feedback from Planet Ice user groups. The meeting also includes standing updates on parks, capital projects, community services, and a roundtable for emerging issues.
- Community Sport User Group – Special Olympics Coquitlam presentation
- Glen Park Redevelopment Update presentation
- Summary of qualitative feedback from Planet Ice user groups
- Parks and Capital Projects / Community Services updates (standing agenda)
- Committee Members’ roundtable / emerging issues (standing agenda)
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE: Thursday, March 12, 2026
TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE: Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting held
on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Community Sport User Group – Special Olympics Coquitlam (Presentation by
Joanne Turnbull)
7:05 - 7:30 p.m. (25 minutes)
2. Glen Park Redevelopment Update (Presentation by Doron Fishman, Senior
Manager Park Planning & Design)
7:30 - 8:00 p.m. (30 minutes)
3. Summary of Qualitative Feedback from Planet Ice User Groups (Introductory
Comments by Vinh Truong, Manager Community Recreation)
8:00 - 8:20 p.m. (20 minutes)
4. Parks and Capital Projects / Community Services Updates (Standing Agenda
Item)
8:20 - 8:30 p.m. (10 minutes)
5. Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (Standing Agenda Item)
8:30 - 8:45 p.m. (15 minutes)
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Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee
Committee to review flood mitigation and city event strategies
The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee will receive presentations on flood mitigation, event strategies, and park improvements. The body is discussing alignment and phasing options for a joint flood program with kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm.
- Joint Coquitlam and kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm Flood Mitigation Program presentation
- Festival and Events Strategy presentation
- Glen Park Improvements presentation
- Flood mitigation cost estimates ranging from $45-70M
- Review of January 27, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Décisions: Committee approved minutes from the Jan. 27, 2026 meeting
The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its January 27, 2026 meeting. No other motions were adopted; the remaining agenda items were presented and discussed without formal decisions.
- Approved minutes of Jan. 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous approval)
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SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Joint Coquitlam and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Flood Mitigation Program (Presentation by
Jonathan Helmus, Director Utilities)
7:05 – 7:35 p.m. (30 minutes)
3.
Festival and Events Strategy (Presentation by Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism
and Visitor Economy)
7:35 – 8:05 p.m. (30 minutes)
4.
Glen Park Improvements (Presentation by Karissa Noselski, Parks Planner)
8:05 – 8:35 p.m. (30 minutes)
5.
Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (Standing Agenda Item)
8:35 – 8:55 p.m. (20 minutes)
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NEXT MEETING DATE – Tuesday, May 19, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
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SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Steve Kim, Chair
Councillor Brent Asmundson, Vice-Chair
Mark Ashton, Citizen Representative
Grayson Barke, Citizen Representative
Reza Berry, Citizen Representative*
Craig Busch, Citizen Representative
Linton Chokie, Citizen Representative*
Daryoush M. Hassani, Citizen Representative
Sarah Ramji, Citizen Representative
Hasina Razafimahefa, Citizen Representative*
Nadia Springle, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Azar Varasteh, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Jonathan Helmus, Director Utilities
Doron Fishman, Senior Manager Park Planning and Design
Caresse Selk, Senior Manager Environment
Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economy
Rebecca Laurie, Manager Civic Engagement
Julie Kanya, Manager Environmental Education and Enforcement
Karissa Noselski, Parks Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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Thu Mar 5, 2026
Multiculturalism Advisory Committee
Committee recommends Council approve the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. The committee presented and unanimously recommended the 2026 Work Plan to Council for approval. Staff provided updates on cultural services, the Art in Public Spaces plan, and upcoming public art calls. Members shared community event information and emerging issues.
- Adopted minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee meeting held on November 19, 2025
- Recommended Council approve the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
- Presented update on Culture Services and the Art in Public Spaces plan, including upcoming call for mural and streetscape artists
- Discussed the Welcome to Coquitlam event, which staff are evaluating for resources and approach
- Shared library program guides and announced an Indigenous artist event on January 27, 2026
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✓ Décisions: Committee approved prior minutes and postponed Canada Day agenda item
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting. No vote tally was recorded. The Canada Day 2026 item was postponed to the next meeting. No other formal decisions were taken.
- Approved minutes of the Jan 22, 2026 Multiculturalism Advisory Committee meeting
- Postponed Canada Day 2026 agenda item to the next meeting
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MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, January 22, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee convened on Wednesday,
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Brent Asmundson, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Parmis Bagher Zadeh, Citizen Representative
Leo Chen, Citizen Representative*
Carolina Echeverri, Citizen Representative
Ann Johannes, Citizen Representative
Bita Rezaei, Citizen Representative*
Edgar Sanchez, Citizen Representative
Bibi Singh, Citizen Representative
Lucie Wee, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Tina Balachandran, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Honore Gbedze, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Nikki Kasravi, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Vince Lalonde, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Hilary Letwin, Manager Culture Services
Victoria Elahi, Social Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, March 5, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee convened on Thursday, March
5, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam,
BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Brent Asmundson, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Tina Balachandran, Citizen Representative
Ann Johannes, Citizen Representative*
Nikki Kasravi, Citizen Representative*
Bita Rezaei, Citizen Representative
Bibi Singh, Citizen Representative
Lucie Wee, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Parmis Bagher Zadeh, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Leo Chen, Citizen Representative
Carolina Echeverri, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Honore Gbedze, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Edgar Sanchez, Citizen Representative
STAFF: Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economy
Rebecca Laurie, Manager Civic Engagement
Chris Siddaway, Manager Community Partnerships and Policy
Victoria Elahi, Social Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Committee endorses two accessibility grant applications totaling $65,000
The committee approved its 2026 work plan and endorsed two grant applications—SPARC BC’s $25,000 Local Community Accessibility Grant and the Rick Hansen Foundation’s $40,000 RBC Barrier Buster Grant—to fund city accessibility projects. It also reviewed AccessAbility Week 2026 plans and discussed improvements to crosswalk buttons at Guildford Way & Pinetree Way and Como Lake Avenue & Montrose Street. Additional community updates were shared during the meeting.
- Endorsement of SPARC BC Local Community Accessibility Grant (up to $25,000) for barrier removal projects
- Endorsement of Rick Hansen Foundation RBC Barrier Buster Grant (up to $40,000) for automatic door operator installations
- Approval of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
- Presentation and discussion of AccessAbility Week 2026 resource fair and workshop ideas
- Transportation updates: concerns about crosswalk button accessibility at Guildford Way & Pinetree Way and Como Lake Avenue & Montrose Street
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Georgina Hackett, Citizen Representative
Paul Jarvie, Citizen Representative*
Alex Kwan, Citizen Representative
Heather Lawson, Citizen Representative*
Jen-Che (Arthur) Lee, Citizen Representative*
Ross Renaud, SHARE Family and Community Services
Georgette Reyes, Citizen Representative
Pete Stone, Community Ventures Society*
Susan Williamson, Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society
ABSENT:
Councillor Steve Kim, Chair (regrets)
Lelainia Lloyd, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Sandra Uno, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF:
Manisha Dutta, Senior Manager Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Thomas Thivener, Manager Transportation Planning
Kayla Doucette, Community Services Coordinator
Kate Brown, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
Community Safety Advisory Committee
Community Safety Advisory Committee discusses safety concerns and 2026 work plan
The committee reviewed a range of community safety topics, including perceived increases in street‑involved persons in the Town Centre neighbourhood and concerns about urban bear activity. Presentations covered hate‑crime definitions, the role of the BC Racist Incident Helpline, and expectations for calling 9‑1‑1, followed by discussion of public‑education ideas. The meeting also examined the 2025 year‑end review and began shaping the 2026 work plan with items such as pedestrian safety, homelessness response, and youth gang‑exit programs.
- Discussion of increased street‑involved presence and property‑crime concerns in Town Centre
- Presentation on hate crimes and incidents, including suggestions for youth education
- Presentation on "What to Expect When Calling 9‑1‑1" and ideas for flyers and app integration
- Review of 2025 year‑end performance and identification of topics for the 2026 work plan
- Suggestions to expand the committee’s ethnic representation and to host community events
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✓ Décisions: Committee approves prior minutes and unanimously backs 2026 Work Plan
The committee approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that Council approve the Community Safety Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan as presented.
- Approved minutes of November 20, 2025 meeting
- Recommended 2026 Work Plan to Council – carried unanimously
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COMMUNITY SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, November 20, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Community Safety Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
November 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford
Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Dennis Marsden, Chair
Councillor Trish Mandewo, Vice Chair
Leo Chen, Coquitlam Youth Council
Andrea Corrigan, Hope for Freedom Society
Julianne (Jewels) Cressman, Citizen Representative
Carol Metz, Citizen Representative
Mezie Odigboh, Citizen Representative
Judy Payne, School District No. 43
Ally Wang, Citizen Representative
Mohammad Ziaei, Block Watch Program
ABSENT:
Ron Coulson, Citizen Representative (Regrets)
Ravinder Safaya, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce (Regrets)
Amandeep Sangha, Citizen Representative (Regrets)
STAFF:
Vince Lalonde, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Jim Ogloff, General Manager Community Safety
Inspector Aaron Lloyd, Coquitlam RCMP
Kim Singh, Senior Manager Police Services
Sean O’Melinn, Manager Business and Innovation
Jill Van Os, Acting Manager Police Support Services
Ian Waters, Strategic Analyst
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
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COMMUNITY SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 19, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Community Safety Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
February 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair
Alvin Chen, Coquitlam Youth Council
Winston Choo, Block Watch Program
Ron Coulson, Citizen Representative
Julianne (Jewels) Cressman, Citizen Representative
Carol Metz, Citizen Representative
Mezie Odigboh, Citizen Representative
Judy Payne, School District No. 43
Ravinder Safaya, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Amandeep Sangha, Citizen Representative
Ally Wang, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Councillor Dennis Marsden, Vice Chair (regrets)
Andrea Corrigan, Hope for Freedom Society (regrets)
STAFF: Jim Ogloff, General Manager Community Safety
Inspector Todd Balaban, Acting Officer-in-Charge, Coquitlam RCMP
Staff Sergeant Mark McCutcheon, Traffic Services Commander,
Coquitlam RCMP
Kim Singh, Senior Manager Police Services
Sean O’Melinn, Manager Business and Innovation
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
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Thu Feb 5, 2026
Culture Services Advisory Committee
Culture Services Advisory Committee reviews 2026 Work Plan and Festivals Strategy
The committee is discussing the 2026 Work Plan and gathering early input on the Festivals and Events Strategy. The body is focused on providing advice to Council on cultural services, public art, and community engagement.
- Review and approval of the 2026 Work Plan
- Project update and input gathering for the Festivals and Events Strategy
- Update on the Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategic Plan 2015-2030
- Discussion on the Streetscape Enhancement Program and Art in Public Spaces Plan
- Updates on Burke Mountain and Fraser Mills Community Centres
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✓ Décisions: Committee recommends 2026 work plan to Council
The Culture Services Advisory Committee unanimously recommended the 2026 Work Plan to Council. The committee also received presentations and discussed the Festivals and Events Strategy, the Arts, Culture & Heritage Strategic Plan, and the Art in Public Spaces Plan, offering suggestions but taking no formal action on these items.
- Approved minutes of November 13, 2025 meeting
- Recommended 2026 Work Plan to Council (carried unanimously)
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CULTURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, November 13, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Culture Services Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford
Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Chair
Councillor Teri Towner, Vice Chair
Silvia Camolese, Citizen Representative*
Gina Chong, Festival Planners Network
Dana Ebtekar, Citizen Representative
Marwa Elziny, Citizen Representative*
Anthea Goffe, Coquitlam Public Library Board
Philip Hartwick, Evergreen Cultural Centre Society
Andrea Jensen, Artistic Community Representative
Al Lau, Coquitlam Heritage Society
Joan McCauley, Place Des Arts
Clinton Pope, Citizen Representative*
ABSENT:
Rob Bottos, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Jaylene Liu, Citizen Representative (regrets)
GUESTS:
Jay Peters, Coquitlam Public Library Manager Programming and
Community Connections (re: Item 3)
STAFF:
Hilary Letwin, Manager Cultural Services
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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1.
Minutes of the Culture Services Advisory Comm …
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CULTURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, February 5, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Culture Services Advisory Committee convened on Thursday,
February 5, 2026 at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair
Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair*
Rob Bottos, Citizen Representative
Silvia Camolese, Citizen Representative*
Gina Chong, Festival Planners Network
Dana Ebtekar, Citizen Representative*
Marwa Elziny, Citizen Representative
Markus Fahrner, Coquitlam Heritage Society
Anthea Goffe, Coquitlam Public Library Board
Andrea Jensen, Artistic Community Representative
Julia Lomonosova, Evergreen Cultural Centre Society
Joan McCauley, Place Des Arts
ABSENT:
Jaylene Liu, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Clinton Pope, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF:
Heidi Hughes, Manager Tourism and Visitor Economic
Caitlin Osborne, Communications Coordinator
Hilary Letwin, Manager Cultural Services
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Wed Feb 4, 2026
Sports Advisory Committee
Committee discusses disc golf, climate action, and facility booking changes
The Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee discussed disc golf user groups, climate action plan updates, and a review of the facility bookings process. Staff noted that changes to the booking process are currently underway and will be implemented by the end of the first quarter of 2026.
- Disc golf presentation at Mundy Park
- Climate Action Plan update presentation
- Facility Bookings Process Review
- 2025 Year-End Review and 2026 Work Plan
- Committee Members' Roundtable
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✓ Décisions: Committee unanimously recommends 2026 Work Plan to Council
The committee approved the minutes from its November 12, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously recommended that Council approve the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan. No other motions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved minutes from November 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of 2026 Work Plan to Council (unanimously carried)
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Craig Hodge, Chair
Councillor Trish Mandewo, Vice Chair
Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative
Dave Jones, Coquitlam Field Sport Association
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative*
Daniel Trinh, Coquitlam Tennis Club
ABSENT:
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative (regrets)
GUESTS:
Jaime Drummond, Mundy Park Disc Golf Club (re: Item 2)
Brett Wells, BC Disc Golf Association (re: Item 2)
STAFF:
Tobi May, Director Major Capital Projects
Darryl Lal, Senior Manager Policy and Business Services
Jenalee Kluttz, Manager Environmental Sustainability
Jonathan Pavich, Manager Business Services
Leila Todd, Senior Project Manager
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
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SPORTS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sports and Recreation Advisory Committee convened on
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Craig Hodge, Vice Chair
Erin Davidson, Citizen Representative
Sara Maglio, Coquitlam Field Sport Association
Andrea Mattinson, Coquitlam Indoor Athletics Association
Cameron McBryer, Citizen Representative*
Chuck Peries, Coquitlam Tennis Club
Isabel Silvestre, Citizen Representative
Cydney Smythies, Citizen Representative
Carl Trepanier, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Councillor Trish Mandewo, Chair (regrets)
Dan Cooper, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Emily Moughtin, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Karen Schofield, Citizen Representative
GUESTS: Jenn McCulloch, President Coquitlam Moody Softball Association (re:
Item 4)
Chris Chadwick, Vice President Coquitlam Moody Softball Association
(re: Item 4)
STAFF: Jenny Lush, Director Partnerships and Planning
Brian Forrester, Manager Sport Services
Sara Yastremski, Manager Park Services
Mohammad Asadian, Parks Partner Program Supervisor
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Economic Development Advisory Committee reviews Climate Action Plan and investment strategies
The committee discussed the impact of urban development on air quality and heat islands within the Climate Action Plan. Members also reviewed investment attraction updates from Invest Vancouver and developed the 2026 work plan.
- Climate Action Plan presentation and discussion on urban heat island effects
- Invest Vancouver 2025 Investment Attraction Update
- 2025 Year-End Review and 2026 Work Plan development
- Discussion on leveraging the SFU Medical School for life sciences business development
- Review of the 2026 meeting schedule including dates on February 3, April 14, and July 7
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✓ Décisions: Committee unanimously recommended the 2026 Economic Development Work Plan to Council
The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. The committee unanimously recommended that Council approve the Economic Development Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan. No other motions were voted on; the remaining agenda items were presentations and discussion.
- Approved minutes of Oct 22 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve Economic Development Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan (unanimous)
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee convened on
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Chair
Councillor Teri Towner, Vice Chair
Laurel Alexander, Citizen Representative
Mohammad Darwish, Citizen Representative
Marion Lochhead, Citizen Representative*
Amanda Maharaj, Citizen Representative
Jennifer McKinnon, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Paul, Citizen Representative
Deryck Persaud, Citizen Representative
Araz Rismani, Citizen Representative
Matthew Sebastiani, Citizen Representative*
Catherine Williams, Douglas College Coquitlam Campus*
ABSENT:
Yasmin Jalali, Citizen Representative (Regrets)
Hayley Hodgson, Citizen Representative
GUESTS:
Katie Fitzmaurice, Executive Vice President, Invest Vancouver
(re Item 3)
Aaron Aerts, Vice President, Strategic Investment, Invest Vancouver
(re Item 3)
STAFF:
Eric Kalnins, Senior Manager Economic Development
Heidi Hughes, Manager of Tourism and Visitor Economy
Jenalee Kluttz, Manager Environment and Sustainability
Edward Tain, Manager Business Growth
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee convened on Tuesday,
February 3, 2026 at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Teri Towner, Chair
Councillor Robert Mazzarolo, Vice Chair*
Hayley Hodgson, Citizen Representative
Yasmin Jalali, Citizen Representative
Amanda Maharaj, Citizen Representative
Nicole Paul, Citizen Representative
Deryck Persaud, Citizen Representative*
Matthew Sebastiani, Citizen Representative*
ABSENT: Laurel Alexander, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Mohammad Darwish, Citizen Representative
Marion Lochhead, Citizen Representative
Jennifer McKinnon, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce (regrets)
Araz Rismani, Citizen Representative
GUESTS: Brandon Wong, Account Executive, Moment Energy (re Item 5)
Lauren Boers, Applications Engineer, Moment Energy (re Item 5)
Miguel Resendiz Jimenez, Marketing Manager, Moment Energy
(re Item 5)
STAFF: Eric Kalnins, Senior Manager Economic Development
Heidi Hughes, Manager of Tourism and Visitor Economy
Rebecca Laurie, Manager Civic Engagement
Edward Tain, Manager Business Growth
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Sustainability & Environmental Advisory Committee
Committee will recommend Council approve the 2026 Sustainability Work Plan
The Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee will adopt the November 25, 2025 minutes and conduct a brief orientation. It will present the 2026 Work Plan and recommend that Council approve it. The Committee will also establish a sub‑committee to adjudicate the Environmental Achievement Awards 2026 and receive updates on the Climate Action Plan and park volunteer opportunities.
- Recommendation to Council to approve the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
- Establish a sub‑committee (six or fewer members) to adjudicate the Environmental Achievement Awards 2026
- Climate Action Plan update presentation
- Presentation on volunteer opportunities under "Bringing Coquitlam Parks Alive"
- Committee orientation review
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✓ Décisions: Council approves 2026 Sustainability Work Plan and awards sub‑committee
The committee recommended and the council unanimously approved the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan as amended. The committee also unanimously created a sub‑committee to plan the 2026 Environmental Achievement Awards and appointed six members. The minutes of the November 25 2025 meeting were also approved.
- Approved minutes of the Nov 25 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee Work Plan amendment (unanimous)
- Established Environmental Achievement Awards 2026 sub‑committee; appointed Mark Ashton, Grayson Barke, Reza Berry, Daryoush M. Hassani, Nadia Springle, Azar Varasteh (unanimous)
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/555/2026-1 Doc #: 6017180.v1
SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Committee Orientation Review (Presentation by Alex McLellan, Committee
Clerk)
7:05 – 7:10 p.m. (5 minutes)
3.
2026 Work Plan (Presentation by Caresse Selk, Senior Manager Environment)
7:10 - 7:25 p.m. (15 minutes)
Recommendation:
That the Committee recommend to Council to approve the Sustainability and
Environmental Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan.
4.
Bringing Coquitlam Parks Alive: Volunteer Opportunities (Presentation by
Sara Yastremski, Manager Park Services and Mohammad Asadian, Parks
Partner Program Supervisor)
7:25 - 7:55 p.m. (30 minutes)
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Environmental Achievement Awards 2026 (Presentation by Madeleine
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SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Sustainability and Environmental Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
* Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Steve Kim, Chair
Councillor Brent Asmundson, Vice-Chair
Grayson Barke, Citizen Representative
Reza Berry, Citizen Representative
Linton Chokie, Citizen Representative*
Daryoush M. Hassani, Citizen Representative
Hasina Razafimahefa, Citizen Representative*
Nadia Springle, Citizen Representative
Azar Varasteh, Citizen Representative*
ABSENT: Mark Ashton, Citizen Representative
Craig Busch, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Sarah Ramji, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Caresse Selk, Senior Manager Environment
Julie Kanya, Manager Environmental Education and Enforcement*
Sara Yastremski, Manager Park Services
Mohammad Asadian, Parks Partner Program Supervisor
Madeleine Lemaire, Solid Waste Programs Specialist
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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Multiculturalism Advisory Committee
Committee to recommend Council approve 2026 Multiculturalism Work Plan
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee will adopt minutes from its November 19, 2025 meeting, review its orientation, and recommend that Council approve the 2026 Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Work Plan. The committee will also receive an update on cultural services and art in public spaces and hold a roundtable for members to discuss emerging community issues.
- Adopt minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee meeting held on November 19, 2025
- Committee orientation review (presentation by Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk)
- Recommendation that the Committee recommend Council approve the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan
- Update on Cultural Services and Art in Public Spaces (presentation by Hilary Letwin, Manager Culture Services)
- Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (standing agenda item)
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✓ Décisions: Committee recommends 2026 Work Plan and approves prior meeting minutes
The Multiculturalism Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. The committee unanimously recommended that Council approve the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan as presented. No other actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved minutes of the November 19, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve the 2026 Work Plan (unanimous)
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AGENDA – REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
File #: 01-0540-20/542/2026-1 Doc #: 6017036.v1
MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
DATE:
Thursday, January 22, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 be approved.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.
Committee Orientation Review (Presentation by Alex McLellan, Committee
Clerk)
7:05 – 7:10 p.m. (5 minutes)
3.
2026 Work Plan (Introductory Comments by Victoria Elahi, Planner 1)
7:10 - 7:30 p.m. (20 minutes)
Recommendation:
That the Committee recommend to Council to approve the Multiculturalism
Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan.
4.
Update on Cultural Services and Art in Public Spaces (Presentation by Hilary
Letwin, Manager Culture Services)
7:30 - 7:50 p.m. (20 minutes)
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5.
Committee Members’ Roundtable / Emerging Issues (Standing Agenda Item)
7:50 - 8:20 p.m. (30 minutes)
OTHER BUSINESS
NEXT MEETING DATE – Thursday, March 5, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
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MULTICULTURALISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, January 22, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee convened on Wednesday,
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000 Guildford Way,
Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates virtual attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Brent Asmundson, Chair
Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Parmis Bagher Zadeh, Citizen Representative
Leo Chen, Citizen Representative*
Carolina Echeverri, Citizen Representative
Ann Johannes, Citizen Representative
Bita Rezaei, Citizen Representative*
Edgar Sanchez, Citizen Representative
Bibi Singh, Citizen Representative
Lucie Wee, Citizen Representative
ABSENT: Tina Balachandran, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Honore Gbedze, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Nikki Kasravi, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Vince Lalonde, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Hilary Letwin, Manager Culture Services
Victoria Elahi, Social Planner
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Multiculturalism Advisory Committee Meeting held on
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Committee will recommend Council approve 2026 Accessibility & Inclusion Work Plan
The Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its November 4, 2025 meeting, review a brief orientation, and consider a recommendation to Council to approve the 2026 Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Work Plan. It will also receive presentations on the Town Centre Park tennis court relocation, an update to the Climate Action Plan, progress on the Accessibility and Inclusion Plan, and a transportation update on the shared e‑micromobility pilot. The meeting runs from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at City Hall.
- Recommendation to Council to approve the 2026 Accessibility & Inclusion Work Plan (File#: 01-0540-20/539/2026-1)
- Presentation on Town Centre Park tennis court relocation and related accessibility considerations
- Climate Action Plan update with suggestions for cooling spaces and heat‑pump incentives
- Accessibility and Inclusion Plan draft targeted for Council‑in‑Committee presentation in February 2026
- Transportation update on shared e‑micromobility pilot evaluation and potential expansion to Austin Heights and other neighbourhoods
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✓ Décisions: Committee unanimously recommends 2026 Work Plan to Council
The committee approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that Council approve the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee 2026 Work Plan as presented. No other items were formally decided; remaining agenda items were discussed or presented for information.
- Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended 2026 Work Plan to Council (unanimous)
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AGENDA- REGULAR COMMITTEE MEETING
ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Please note that this meeting is scent free
DATE:
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
TIME:
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PLACE:
Council Committee Room
Coquitlam City Hall
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC
I CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I ADOPTION OF MINUTES
1.
Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting held
on Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Recommendation:
That the Minutes of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting
held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 be approved.
I OLD BUSINESS
I NEW BUSINESS
2.
Committee Orientation Review (Presentation by Alex Mclellan, Committee
Clerk)
7:05 - 7:1 0 p.m. (5 minutes)
3.
2026 Work Plan (Presentation by Manisha Dutta, Senior Manager Equity,
Diversity and Inclusion and Kate Brown, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist)
7:1 0 - 7:30 p.m. (20 minutes)
Recommendation:
That the Committee recommend to Council to approve the 2026 Accessibility and
Inclusion Advisory Committee Work Plan.
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Gui …
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee convened on
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Committee Room, City Hall, 3000
Guildford Way, Coquitlam, BC, with the following persons present:
*Indicates Virtual Attendance
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Councillor Matt Djonlic, Vice Chair
Georgina Hackett, Citizen Representative
Paul Jarvie, Citizen Representative*
Alex Kwan, Citizen Representative
Heather Lawson, Citizen Representative*
Jen-Che (Arthur) Lee, Citizen Representative*
Ross Renaud, SHARE Family and Community Services
Georgette Reyes, Citizen Representative
Pete Stone, Community Ventures Society*
Susan Williamson, Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society
ABSENT: Councillor Steve Kim, Chair (regrets)
Lelainia Lloyd, Citizen Representative (regrets)
Sandra Uno, Citizen Representative (regrets)
STAFF: Manisha Dutta, Senior Manager Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Thomas Thivener, Manager Transportation Planning
Kayla Doucette, Community Services Coordinator
Kate Brown, Accessibility and Inclusion Specialist
Alex McLellan, Committee Clerk
CALL TO ORDER AND TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and provided an Indigenous territorial
acknowledgement.
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1. Minu …
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