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		<title>Coquitlam Celebrates Environmental Volunteers and Community Benefits</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:19:32 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Community volunteers helping to protect and enhance Coquitlam’s natural environment were recognized this past weekend.</description>
		
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		<title>Live Music in the Park: Summer Concert Series</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1977</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:43:05 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Coquitlam’s Summer Concert Series is back with two free family-friendly concerts on Friday, August 7, and Friday, September 4, at the Town Centre Park Community Plaza!</description>
		
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		<title>Telling Coquitlam’s Financial Story: Annual Report and Financial Plan Released</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:08:32 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Coquitlam has now released its 2025 Annual Report and 2026 – 2030 Financial Plan — two key documents that provide a clear picture of the City’s financial position today and its plans for the future.</description>
		
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		<title>Celebrate Canada Day in Coquitlam</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:46:38 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Make your way to Town Centre Park on July 1 for a fun day of community and connection to celebrate Canada Day!</description>
		
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		<title>Welcome to Coquitlam Event to Connect New Residents with Local Programs and Services</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1972</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:20:16 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>The City of Coquitlam is welcoming newcomers to discover local programs and services, connect with community resources and learn more about their city at the upcoming Welcome to Coquitlam event.</description>
		
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		<title>Award-Winning Services Help Deliver Safe Drinking Water in Coquitlam</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1970</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:04:15 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Coquitlam residents enjoy safe, high-quality drinking water straight from the tap.</description>
		
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		<title>Get Your Wheels Ready and Ride During Go By Bike Week</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1966</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 17:05:43 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Stop by Coquitlam’s Celebration Stations during Go by Bike Week, May 30 to June 5, for a quick bike check and tips.</description>
		
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		<title>Coquitlam Advances Housing and Infrastructure Planning  in Southwest Neighbourhoods</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1968</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 14:52:44 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Coquitlam has updated its long-range plan for Southwest Coquitlam, aiming to balance provincially mandated housing growth with infrastructure planning, neighbourhood transitions and access to local amenities.</description>
		
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		<title>Release the Hounds! City Approves New Dog Park</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1959</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 15:28:03 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Dog owners will soon have a new pooch park in the southwest neighbourhood of Burquitlam-Lougheed for their furry friends to play and socialize.</description>
		
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		<title>Coquitlam Investing in Parks and Facilities Improvements to Support a Healthy Community</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1960</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:25:43 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>In 2025, the City of Coquitlam invested more than $22 million in upgrades to parks and facilities across the community, helping keep these spaces safe, accessible and welcoming for residents over the years to come.</description>
		
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		<title>Fire Prevention is Everyone’s Responsibility</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1961</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 12:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>As warmer, drier weather increases the risk of fire in parks and forested areas, the fine for smoking in City parks increases to $500 each summer from June 1 to September 30.</description>
		
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		<title>Community Supports, Services and Accessibility Highlighted at Coquitlam Resource Fair</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1931</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 14:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Discover accessible programs, services and supports available in Coquitlam at the City’s AccessAbility Resource Fair on May 24, held in recognition of National AccessAbility Week.</description>
		
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		<title>Join Us for a Fire Prevention Education Open House and Stay Safe this Summer</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1956</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:46:33 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6 to join Coquitlam Fire/Rescue and learn practical ways to reduce wildfire risks.</description>
		
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		<title>Property Taxes are due July 2, 2026</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1955</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:25:29 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Property tax notices are being mailed out to Coquitlam property owners next week. If you’ve signed up for e-bills through MyCoquitlam, expect to receive your bill this week. Payment is due July 2, 2026.</description>
		
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		<title>Annual Closure Planned for Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex</title>
		<link>https://www.coquitlam.ca/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=1952</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:05:05 -0800</pubDate>
		<description>Due to annual scheduled maintenance, Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex will be temporarily closed, starting Tuesday, June 2 and will reopen on June 29.</description>
		
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