Emergency fire, rescue and first-response services across Coquitlam.
Coquitlam Fire/Rescue responds to fires, medical emergencies, motor-vehicle incidents, public-assistance calls, technical rescues and hazardous-material incidents. It also provides fire prevention, education and inspections. For emergencies call 911. The published office contact is available Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Cariboo, Cassin, Coquitlam, Dartmoor
Location: 428 Nelson Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Eligible Coquitlam residents receive 50 free recreation drop-in admissions and a $225 credit per eligible family member for City admissions, passes and programs.
The City of Coquitlam’s Financial Assistance for Recreation (FAR) program helps eligible residents access recreation. Each eligible family member receives 50 free drop-in admissions and a $225 credit toward City admissions, passes or programs; benefits are valid for 365 days. Applicants must provide proof of Coquitlam residency and household income meeting the City’s current Low Income Cut-off for their family size. The City defines a family as one or two adult married or common-law partners and their legal dependents aged 18 or younger. Apply online, by email, by mail, or in person at any of the six listed recreation facilities. The current application checklist says reviews take one to two weeks.
Service Areas: Cariboo, Cassin, Coquitlam, Sun Valley
Team-based same-day and urgent care for non-emergency health concerns; serves Coquitlam and surrounding communities.
Provides team-based care for non-emergency health concerns needing attention within 12–24 hours, including minor injuries, sprains, strains, infections and cuts/wounds. Walk-in and same-day appointments are listed; call before going to confirm availability. Open daily 09:00–20:00, including statutory holidays. Wheelchair accessible with parking and public transit nearby. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. HealthLink BC lists coverage including Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Birchland Manor, Burquitlam, Cassin, Chineside, Coquitlam, Eagle Ridge, Fraser Mills, Harbour Chines, Harbour Village, Ioco, Lincoln Park, Maillardville, Mary Hill, Oxford Heights, Pleasantside, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Ranch Park
Location: 150-820 Village Drive, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
Food hampers for Coquitlam residents, distributed at Hillside Community Church on Wednesdays.
SHARE Food Bank provides food support to individuals and families in the Tri-Cities. Coquitlam residents register and collect food hampers at Hillside Community Church, 1393 Austin Avenue, Wednesdays 10:00–13:30. Registration is in person, requires no appointment, and has no means test. Bring government-issued identification for every household member and proof of address dated within the last two months for each household member over 19. The Tiny Bundles program offers weekly visits and additional items for people who are pregnant or have a baby under one year, subject to its documentation requirements. SHARE identifies Austin Heights as a Coquitlam neighbourhood.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Burquitlam, Cassin, Chineside, Coquitlam, Eagle Ridge, Fraser Mills, Harbour Chines, Harbour Village, Maillardville, Ranch Park