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Coquitlam shelter brings some business concerns

A survey conducted by the Tri-Cities Homelessness Task Group found that 37% of businesses in the Westwood area said they have been negatively affected by the shelter at 3030 Gordon Ave.

$200k more from Coquitlam for Talitha Koum housing project

A rapid rise in real estate values means the city of Coquitlam will contribute more than planned to an affordable housing project council approved last year.

Extra yard pickup begins in Coquitlam

Coquitlam residents swamped with leaves and fall yard trimmings — and who get city trash pickup — are being offered unlimited green waste collection for four weeks starting next week. Between Oct. 30 and Nov.
Public asked to weigh in on decongestion charge

Public asked to weigh in on decongestion charge

Charge is being considered as part of a mobility pricing strategy to ease traffic congestion and boost revenues for transportation infrastructure
Massive technology upgrade for Coquitlam district schools

Massive technology upgrade for Coquitlam district schools

Nearly 6,000 devices purchased to replace outdated technology, ensure classes can adapt to new curriculum
Public to weigh in on new vision for Moody Centre

Public to weigh in on new vision for Moody Centre

An amendment to Port Moody’s official community plan that would turn the neighbourhood around the Moody Centre SkyTrain station into a high-density, transit-oriented development area will go to a public hearing on Nov. 28.
Windshield tech preps for competition

Windshield tech preps for competition

Adam Hill isn't likely to crack under the pressure of competition. That's because the Coquitlam glass guy's drive to be recognized as the best windshield repair and replacement technician in Canada — maybe even the world — is personal.
Coquitlam truckers support safe driving campaign

Coquitlam truckers support safe driving campaign

Drivers of big rigs and autos urged to take care around each other
Should seniors get high dose flu shot?

Should seniors get high dose flu shot?

BC Centre for Disease Control says small benefit might not be worth the cost for people over age 65, but Tri-City seniors group says get one to avoid illness and a hospital stay after NACI touts vaccine's protection
School boundaries under review

School boundaries under review

Crowded schools, new schools in School District 43 require new catchment policy, board of education decides