Parents looking for a break from dipping into their wallets can head over to a Coquitlam recreational facility this summer.
As of tomorrow (Friday), the city will start accepting the Summer Child and Youth Pass — a $20 card good until Sept. 6 that allows newborns to 18 year olds unlimited access to all drop-in programs including at indoor and outdoor pools.
The Coquitlam passes can be purchased online at coquitlam.ca or in person at the City Centre Aquatic Complex, Dogwood Pavilion, Glen Pine Pavilion, Pinetree community centre and Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex.
Coquitlam's outdoor pool admissions rose by 87% last summer over the previous summer due to the pass, according to a city staff report.
Meanwhile, Port Moody's universal summer drop-in pass for children and youth — also for ages 0 to 18 — can be activated on Monday and costs $20 for drop-in activities and outdoor swimming. That pass can be bought at the PoMo recreation complex.
Port Coquitlam is also launching its summer youth pass this year; however, the $20 card (which is expected to get final city council endorsement on June 27) is only good for its two outdoor pools: Centennial and Robert Hope.
Asked why the PoCo pass doesn't include the Hyde Creek recreation centre tank or drop-in programs like in Coquitlam and Port Moody, city spokesperson Pardeep Purewal said the city already has a number of discounted and free drop-in programs for children and youth through Leisure For Less.
The PoCo pass is effective from June 28 to Sept. 6 and is available for purchase as of June 28 online via experienceit.ca and, in person, at Hyde Creek, PoCo rec and the Gathering Place.
