Those of us who live, work or study here in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Belcarra and Anmore are being invited to join TransLink’s new Public Advisory Committee (PAC). The committee will provide community perspective into the recently-initiated Northeast Sector Area Transit Plan. TransLink’s area transit plans identify short and long-term priorities and visiion for… [Continue Reading]
Links: Chris Wilson Gets NDP Nomination In Coquitlam-Burke Mountain
March 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Chris Wilson, former Olympic wrestler and executive director of KidSport Tri-Cities has won the BC NDP nomination for Coquitlam-Burke Mountain. This was going to be one of the more interesting nomination contests, with former D.O.A. frontman Joe Keithley and former Coquitlam councillor and mayoral candidate Barrie Lynch also in the running. Seems people are lining… [Continue Reading]
Anmore Byelection: The Results are In!
September 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
As we told you earlier this month, Anmore has spend the past weeks gearing up for a byelection. This came following the resignation of rookie councillor Tim Laidler in June. Citing concerns over the process involved in hiring of a new CAO in the village, Laidler left a vacancy and so a byelection was called…. [Continue Reading]
Links – Place Des Arts at 40 and Best of Vancouver
September 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
For anyone who has taken a class or even just been to Place Des Arts, you know what a special place that is. It will soon be 40 years since Place Des Arts first opened their doors. The Tri-City News gives us the history, as well as how Place Des Arts will be moving forward… [Continue Reading]
Links – Port Mann toll introductory rate and how hard is it to vote?
September 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Just a quick reminder, this Sunday is the Terry Fox Run in support of cancer research. We wrote about the event here, pick a run closest to you (there seems to be one every 30 meters or so), and support this great cause. Coquitlam Councillor Terry O’Neill has an idea to get more people out… [Continue Reading]
What’s Happening in the Tri-Cities: French Mystery Mini-Fest, PechaKucha Night, Treefest, Safety Fair and More!
September 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Tri-Cities is filling us to the brim with events this week from golf and mystery films to fundraisers and open houses. Just take a look at some of this week’s highlights below. Don’t see anything that tickles your fancy? Fret not! There is more fun to be found this week including treating your ears… [Continue Reading]
Links – Parking will cost you and Anmore likes to vote
September 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
There are many reasons that I moved to the suburbs. I now have a backyard, the kids have room to roam, but the biggest reason was all the free parking. No longer in Coquitlam City Centre though. New pay stations and street pay parking went into effect September 1st. Parking pay stations are being re-installed… [Continue Reading]
Links: Olympic Medals and Evergreen Line Stations
August 9, 2012 by 4 Comments
We’re back from our big adventure in New York City, and while New York is an awesome place to visit, it’s wonderful to come home to the beauty and sane humidity levels of the Tri-Cities. Here’s a few things I managed to catch up on. While we were in Manhattan I got a few messages… [Continue Reading]
Garden Events: Rose Show, Art in the Garden and Pride of PoCo
July 6, 2012 by 1 Comment
We’re finally getting some summer weather here in the Tri-Cities, and gardens throughout the region are soaking up some sun. If you have a soft spot in your heart for beautiful green spaces, you may want to check out these three events happening in our own backyard. Rose Show and Festival 2012 The Fraser Pacific… [Continue Reading]
Links – Coquitlam Transit Development Open Houses
June 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Evergreen Line is coming, and it’s time to start really planning. The City of Coquitlam is putting together a Transit-Oriented Development Strategy. Here’s a video detailing what it’s all about. This week they’ll be holding a couple of open houses you may want to check out… Burquitlam Date: Thursday, June 21, 2012 Time: 5:00p.m…. [Continue Reading]
