Large urban park with recreation, sports, picnic and family amenities.
Features include trails, baseball/softball diamond, grass playing fields, tennis courts, six pickleball courts, playground with accessible features, outdoor wading pool and spray park, picnic shelters, washrooms and Wi-Fi. Picnic shelters are available to rent April–September; contact the City for current availability and fees.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Coquitlam
Location: 975 King Albert Avenue, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Local RCMP office offering criminal record checks, information, non-emergency complaints and crime reporting.
Burquitlam Community Police Office at 557 Emerson Street, Coquitlam, BC V3J 3X5. The RCMP lists criminal record checks, general information, non-emergency complaints and crime reporting. General service hours: Monday 9:00 a.m.–noon, 1:00–4:00 p.m. and 6:00–8:00 p.m.; Tuesday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–noon and 1:00–4:00 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Phone: 604-949-5000. Service language listed: English only. For emergencies call 911.
Service Areas: Burquitlam, Coquitlam
Location: 557 Emerson Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Accessible neighbourhood park with open grass, pathways and planting beds.
City park at 579 Smith Avenue, Coquitlam, BC V3J 2W2. The City lists the park as accessible and identifies pathways, open grass areas and planting beds across nearly two acres. Alcohol is permitted according to the City profile. General park hours are not listed in the cited profile; check posted signs for current access information.
Service Areas: Burquitlam, Coquitlam
Location: 579 Smith Avenue, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Aquatic, fitness and recreation facility with selected city-rate access for Coquitlam residents.
YMCA facility at 555 Emerson Street, Burquitlam, Coquitlam. Amenities include an indoor pool, gymnasium, fitness studios and equipment, multipurpose space and child minding. The City of Coquitlam partners with the YMCA to let Coquitlam residents access selected fitness and aquatic times at City drop-in rates without a YMCA membership. Check the current resident access schedule and YMCA admission information before visiting. The surrounding site also has a community policing station and park-and-ride spaces.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Burquitlam, Coquitlam, Maillardville, Ranch Park
Location: 555 Emerson Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
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
Citywide park and trail directory for locating parks, amenities, routes, maps and accessibility information.
The City lists more than 134 kilometres of trails and provides maps and a trail finder. Featured destinations include Como Lake Park, Coquitlam Crunch Trail, Mundy Park, Town Centre Park and Hoy Creek Trail. Trail surfaces vary; the City notes that some are wheelchair accessible. Check the city park finder and current trail information before visiting.
Public library access, lending, online resources, programs and outreach for Coquitlam residents.
Coquitlam Public Library operates the Poirier and City Centre branches and Library Link mobile outreach. People who live in, own property in, have a business in, or work for the City of Coquitlam can apply for a free library card. A full-access card provides access to digital and physical collections, databases, in-branch services, and lendable technology. Call 604-554-7323 or check the library for current locations, hours and Library Link stops.
Neighbourhood park with playground, spray park, sports fields and outdoor recreation amenities.
City park at 672 Aspen Street, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7S4. City information lists a playground, open grass, half basketball court, social gathering space, spray park, water fountain, Wi-Fi, softball diamond, soccer field, multi-use sport court, parkour features, picnic shelter, washroom and parking. A multi-year expansion is underway; the City reported that the latest phase beginning in spring 2026 includes three lit racquet sport courts and a permanent trail connection to Cottonwood Avenue. Confirm construction status and seasonal spray-park operation before visiting.
Service Areas: Burquitlam, Coquitlam
Location: 672 Aspen Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Provider: Dr. Tomaszewski & Dr. Cybula Medical Clinic
Medical clinic on Austin Avenue in Austin Heights.
Family medicine clinic at 103-1015 Austin Avenue. Published clinic hours: Monday 09:00–19:00, Tuesday 09:00–16:00, Wednesday 10:00–16:00, Thursday 09:00–19:00 and Friday 09:00–16:00. Closed daily 12:00–13:00 and on statutory holidays. The website does not state whether the clinic is accepting new patients; contact the clinic to ask about appointments and eligibility.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Coquitlam
Location: 103-1015 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Ongoing primary care for patients attached to a family doctor or nurse practitioner at this clinic.
HealthLink BC describes an in-person family practice providing general checkups, chronic disease management, reproductive and sexual health, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and children’s health. Care is available to patients attached to a family doctor or nurse practitioner at the clinic; it is not listed as walk-in care. Address: 100B-504 Cottonwood Avenue, Coquitlam, BC V3J 2R5. Phone: 604-939-8831. Monday–Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Wheelchair accessibility: call to confirm. Listed language: English. Confirm current hours and provider attachment availability with the clinic.
Service Areas: Burquitlam, Coquitlam
Location: 504 Cottonwood Avenue, 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
Provider: BC Ministry of Children and Family Development
Provincial mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 7 to 17 with severe and enduring mental health challenges.
Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a provincial mental health facility for young people aged 7 to 17. There is no charge to attend with a referral. Referrals may come from Child and Youth Mental Health, Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health, Indigenous Child and Family Service agencies, or health authority clinicians. Ask your mental health clinician or Maples about referral options, programming, current admission timelines and fit. The centre is located in Healing Spirit House on the former Essondale/Riverview lands.
Public library branch with computers, printing, study and meeting rooms.
Regular hours: Monday–Thursday 09:00–21:00, Friday 09:00–17:00, Saturday 10:00–17:00, Sunday 12:00–17:00. Features include bookable meeting rooms, computers and printing, a digitization station and a library lounge. Free parking, EV charging and accessible entrance/washroom features are listed by the branch. Check holiday closures before visiting.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Coquitlam
Location: 575 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
Civic park with lawn bowling, rose garden, playground, tennis and pickleball.
Outdoor amenities include a bowling green, Centennial Rose Garden, playground, two tennis courts and four pickleball courts. The Coquitlam Farmers Market uses the Dogwood Pavilion parking lot on Sundays from May to October. Check current schedules and facility status before visiting.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Coquitlam
Location: 624 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
City community centre with recreation and community programs.
The Poirier Community Centre offers community and recreation facilities at the Poirier precinct. Meeting room rental inquiries: 604-927-4386, press 4, or bookings@coquitlam.ca. Program schedules and fees vary; check the City’s current registration listings.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Coquitlam
Location: 630 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia
City recreation complex with indoor pools, fitness and drop-in programs.
The complex includes a six-lane lap pool, leisure/therapy pool, steam room and sauna, indoor fitness track and drop-in classes. Located in the Poirier precinct; program schedules, admission fees and accessibility details vary by activity.
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
Provider: BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Specialized inpatient mental health and substance use treatment for eligible adults from across BC.
Red Fish provides trauma-informed, culturally safe inpatient treatment and recovery for adults who have a complex mental illness and substance use disorder, where treatment needs exceed what local community health resources or a health authority can meet. BC residents aged 19 and over may be eligible. Referrals are submitted through a health authority liaison; ask your mental health or substance use care team about the referral process. Length of stay varies by treatment stream and individual needs. This is a provincial referral service located on the former Essondale/Riverview lands.
Service Areas: Coquitlam, Essondale
Location: Unit 8, 2745 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, BC
TransLink bus route linking Burquitlam and Coquitlam Central stations via Como Lake Road and Ranch Park.
Route 151 runs from Burquitlam Station via Clarke Street, Como Lake Road, Spuraway, Ranch Park, Norman Avenue, Dewdney Trunk Road and Mariner Way to Coquitlam Central Station. The published Coquitlam and Tri-Cities timetable is effective September 7, 2026. Route access is near the Austin Heights plan area; use the current timetable and alerts to choose a stop.
Service Areas: Burquitlam, Chineside, Coquitlam, Ranch Park
TransLink route along Austin Avenue between Lougheed Station and Coquitlam Central Station.
Route 152 travels from Lougheed Station via Gatineau Avenue, North Road, Austin Avenue, Guilby Street, Rochester Avenue, Blue Mountain Street, Hickey Drive and Mariner Way to Coquitlam Central Station. The timetable effective September 7, 2026 lists Austin Avenue timing stops, including Hickey at Austin and Austin at Hickey. Check the timetable and alerts before travel.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Burnaby, Burquitlam, Coquitlam, Maillardville, Ranch Park
TransLink bus route connecting Coquitlam Central and Braid stations via Austin Avenue and Poirier Street.
From Braid Station, Route 153 travels via Brunette, Laurentian, Austin Avenue, Poirier Street, Foster Avenue, Linton Street, Como Lake Road, Mariner Way and Barnet Highway to Coquitlam Central Station. The route returns via Coquitlam Central Station and the same corridor. Current public timetable effective September 7, 2026; check times and service alerts before travel.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Brunette Creek, Coquitlam, Maillardville, New Westminster, Ranch Park, Sapperton
TransLink route connecting Braid and Lougheed stations via Poirier Street and Austin Avenue.
From Lougheed Station, Route 156 travels via Gatineau Avenue, North Road, Clarke Street, Como Lake Road, Schoolhouse Street, Winslow Avenue, Poirier Street, Foster Avenue, Hillcrest Street, Austin Avenue, Mundy Street, Cape Horn Avenue and Brunette to Braid Station. The current timetable is effective September 7, 2026. Check times and service alerts before travel.
Service Areas: Austin Heights, Brunette Creek, Burnaby, Burquitlam, Coquitlam, Maillardville, New Westminster, Sapperton
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
Public bus route serving Barnet Marine Park and connecting Port Coquitlam Station with Kootenay Loop.
Route 160 runs between Port Coquitlam Station and Kootenay Loop via Coquitlam Central Station, Pinetree, Lafarge Lake–Douglas, Moody Centre, St. Johns Street, Barnet Highway, Inlet Drive and Hastings Street. TransLink identifies Barnet Marine Park as a place reached by Route 160. Check the current TransLink timetable or Trip Planner for stop locations, departure times, service alerts and accessibility details. This is a public transit service.
Service Areas: Barnet, Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Vancouver
Local bus route connecting Port Coquitlam neighbourhoods, including Birchland Manor, with Coquitlam Central Station.
Route 172 runs between Coquitlam Central Station and Fremont Connector, with the service continuing as Route 171. It travels via Lougheed, Shaughnessy, Lincoln, Oxford, Prairie, Fremont, Riverside, Ottawa and Dominion. It stops at Prairie Avenue and Coast Meridian Road in Birchland Manor. All Metro Vancouver buses are wheelchair accessible; exact stop accessibility is marked on TransLink’s stop information. See the current timetable and service alerts before travel.
Service Areas: Birchland Manor, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam
Local bus route connecting Port Coquitlam neighbourhoods, including Birchland Manor, with Coquitlam Central Station.
Route 173 runs between Coquitlam Central Station and Victoria Street at Rocklin, via Port Coquitlam Station, Wilson, Shaughnessy, David, Oxford, Mason, Wellington, Greenmount, Coast Meridian, Prairie, Cedar and Victoria. It serves Prairie Avenue and Coast Meridian Road in Birchland Manor. All Metro Vancouver buses are wheelchair accessible; exact stop accessibility is marked on TransLink’s stop information. See the current timetable and service alerts before travel.
Service Areas: Birchland Manor, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam
Bus service connecting Haney Place and Maple Ridge East with Pitt Meadows and Coquitlam Central.
Route 701 connects Haney Place with Coquitlam Central Station via Maple Meadows Station and Pitt Meadows Station. Some weekday trips also extend to Mission City Station. Check the current TransLink timetable and alerts for trip times and route variations.
Service Areas: Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Mission, Pitt Meadows