The ThrivePoCo Microgrant, created through the Moore Family Fund, supports grassroots projects that build connection and community in Port Coquitlam. The Foundation and PoCo Arts Council are proud to announce this year’s successful recipients. Congratulations to all! @CityofPoCo

One week to go! Get your @TimHortons Smile Cookies in PoCo April 27–May 3—supporting Port Coquitlam Community Foundation & Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation. 100% of proceeds go back to the community. Pre-order: pocofoundation.com/events/sm… @CityofPoCo @SteveDarling

Only 1 week to go! Time to gather your old bills, statements & confidential docs for secure shredding. Protect your info, clear the clutter, and support a great local cause. All proceeds benefit the PoCo Community Foundation! @CityofPoCo @SteveDarling

Have an idea to bring people together in Port Coquitlam? The ThrivePoCo Microgrant offers up to $1,000 for resident-led groups, grassroots orgs & collectives. Applications close in just over two weeks, on April 22, 2026. Apply at: pocofoundation.com/grants/ @CityofPoCo

Don’t miss it! The Capital Match and CCD Grants close next week on March 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Submit your applications before the deadline. @cityofpoco @SteveDarling

MacKinnon!!!!!!!!!

We have a lot to be proud of in the ⁦@CityofPoCo⁩, and a lot more to come. youtu.be/S6-qUQM3xJs

TOMORROW NIGHT 🎶 The Dust Covers play the Arms Pub—take a break from the holiday rush. Music with heart supporting Hope for Freedom. Bring winter essentials. @CityofPoCo @SteveDarling

Holiday break idea: The Dust Covers play the Arms Pub Sat, Dec 27. Music with purpose for Hope for Freedom—bring winter essentials. @CityofPoCo @SteveDarling

Yesterday, Port Coquitlam City Council received a report providing analysis of property taxes & utility fees in our city & across the region. There were several important findings: 1) Port Coquitlam has the lowest property taxes & utility fees of any city in the region for a representative house. And not just by a few dollars. The amount paid is approx $1800 less than the Metro Vancouver average. That’s real money staying with PoCo residents. 2) Not only is the total amount paid the lowest, the % increase over the last 5 years has also been the lowest in the region. 3) There are a number of items included in your property tax bill that are not set by the city and not retained by the city, notably including charges from Metro Vancouver Regional District, Translink, and a School Tax from the province. These line items have escalated significantly more, in fact Port Coquitlam has experience the highest rate of School Tax increases in the entire region (despite the lack of school investment in our community). I’m very proud of the level of fiscal responsibility & discipline we have demonstrated in Port Coquitlam, year over year. This isn’t a one-off for us, this is how we govern. As we begin our budget process, residents can expect the same commitment and results. Full report available here: pub-portcoquitlam.escribemee…

For the record: I was never asked, and I’ve never given permission for my name or photo to be used by any political party. My job as Mayor is to serve the people of Port Coquitlam, not to participate in anyone’s politics. In this situation, that means giving the public the facts and being clear about our position: we are defending public ownership of important community assets. I’m completely disinterested in political infographics & the like. They’re usually juvenile and accomplish nothing. Back to work.

The City of Port Coquitlam is the subject of a land claim by the Kwikwetlem First Nation. The properties are fee simple properties owned by the City. One is Gates Park - home to our premier athletic fields. The other are a series of smaller, undeveloped parcels referred to as South Shaughnessy. It’s important for our residents to know two things: 1) We have, and will continue to, vigorously defend public ownership of these lands, along with private property rights in our jurisdiction as the Provincial Government leads a process in relation to all of this. 2) We will ensure the public is kept informed. Alongside the city, the Province of B.C., and the Metro Vancouver Regional District are also subject to claims for lands they own. See full statement below.

We’d be so much further ahead if we didn’t have to keep cleaning up the fallout from bad, dumb policy decisions. Drug decriminalization. De-industrialization. Privatizing and selling off public assets. Supercharged immigration. The list goes on. Is it really too much to ask for leadership that actually thinks things through, sees the obvious consequences, and makes smarter decisions? We can do better — and should expect better. Competence first.

Nearly two years ago, Hazel Trembath Elementary School in Port Coquitlam burned to the ground. The very next day, the provincial government promised it would be rebuilt. We’re still waiting. The project remains mired in needless process and bureaucracy. I’ve written the province again imploring them to act — and I’ve invited them to come to Port Coquitlam to meet with our community and see firsthand the impact this unnecessary uncertainty is having on kids, families, and school staff. Our community deserves better — and our students can’t wait any longer.

Last chance to buy a Large High Fibre Loaf and support your community. $1 from every loaf purchased goes to the PoCo Foundation, helping support programs that strengthen our community. Don’t miss out—enjoy fresh bread and make a difference! @stevedarling @cityofpoco

Statues unveiled to honour Terry Fox in his hometown of Port Coquitlam, B.C. ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article…

BC Sports Hall of Fame is appealing to the public in locating this authentic Greg Moore helmet which was stolen from the Hall yesterday afternoon! Sports memorabilia people we need your help…let’s get this back in the Hall of Fame where it belongs…

What a weekend for @PGATOUR and @LPGA @TommyFleetwood1 @BrookeHenderson

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 In Port Coquitlam, we celebrate our country right - here’s today’s lineup: 🎣 Fishing Derby at Lions Park (8am-11pm) 🥞 PCCC Pancake Breakfast & Drop-In Sports (9:30-11:30am) ⛲ Fountain Shows at Leigh Square (12pm, 7pm and 9:30pm) 🎆 Celebration at Castle Park (1pm to dusk) featuring performances by Trooper and Aaron Pritchett, fireworks, food trucks, beverage garden and more! Details on free shuttles, road closures, accessibility, and more are available at portcoquitlam.ca/canadaday. Thank you to our event sponsors! 🥇 Gold sponsors: Harken Towing Co Ltd. and Journey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Today, an official ribbon-cutting ceremony took place to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 of the Kingsway Avenue Multi-Use Path (MUP)! 🚲🚶‍♂️ This new multi-use path significantly enhances active transportation options in Port Coquitlam. Thank you to the Provincial Government and @TransLink for providing funding for this project. They are key partners in the Kingsway Avenue Upgrades, and we appreciate their support in enhancing our community. #PortCoquitlam