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		<title>Coquitlam’s Streets Set the Stage for Summer as Music in the Streets Returns</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:13 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>This summer, Coquitlam’s streets are getting their own soundtrack. After a successful debut in 2025, Music in the Streets is back – bringing live, local performances to outdoor spaces across the city.</description>
		
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		<title>Help Protect Wildlife: Practice Responsible Fishing  at Lafarge and Como Lakes</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1923</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:02:04 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>The City of Coquitlam is reminding residents to practice responsible fishing at Lafarge and Como Lakes following reports of a cormorant observed entangled in fishing line.</description>
		
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		<title>Bold, Bright Artistic Enhancements Coming to Coquitlam Streets</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:08:34 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>More murals, twinkling tree lights and vibrant installations will be popping up across Coquitlam over the next two years as part of the City’s Streetscape Enhancement Program.</description>
		
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		<title>Important Water Restrictions Going into Effect May 1</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:36:10 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>As of May 1, the City of Coquitlam will join the rest of Metro Vancouver in stage 1 water-use restrictions, lasting until October 15 to support regional water-conservation efforts.</description>
		
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		<title>Coquitlam Delivers $37.7M in Infrastructure Improvements in 2025, with Major Projects Ahead in 2026</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1921</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:55:22 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Coquitlam invested over $35 million in 2025 on transportation and utility projects and 2026 will be a significant year for infrastructure investment, with approximately $81 million in capital projects planned.</description>
		
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		<title>Yard Cleanup Made Easy: Spring Trimmings Pickup</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1912</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:10:54 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Getting ready for spring cleaning? Dispose of yard trimmings free of charge with the City’s extra curbside yard waste pickup on your regular collection days, from April 13 to May 22.</description>
		
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		<title>Spring Repair Caf&#233; on the Way with a New Partner Organization</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1917</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:28:17 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Bring your broken radio, flat bike tire, ripped jeans and more to Coquitlam’s spring Repair Caf&#233; on April 25 at Dogwood Pavilion. Skilled volunteers can help you fix common household items so you can keep using them and they don’t end up in the landfill.</description>
		
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		<title>City Approves First-Ever Accessibility and Inclusion Plan</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1907</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:27:21 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>The City has adopted its first-ever Accessibility and Inclusion Plan, advancing ongoing efforts to make everyday life in Coquitlam more welcoming, accessible and inclusive for residents and visitors.</description>
		
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		<title>2026 Utility Bills Are Due March 31</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1906</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:47:36 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>There is one week left for Coquitlam property owners to pay their 2026 utility bill before penalties apply. Payment is due March 31, 2026.</description>
		
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