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Michael Baumann says he is too unsuited to the role to serve, citing bureaucracy, groupthink and bullying, even as he calls himself possibly the most qualified candidate.
Council unanimously halted further work in the short term after a new business case found the projected financial benefit too small to justify proceeding, while preserving the option to revisit the utility if conditions change.
During Fire Prevention Week, October 4 to 10, Coquitlam Fire/Rescue is reminding residents that proper use and charging of lithium-ion batteries can help reduce fire risk. The department outlines safer charging practices for household devices and larger equipment.
Port Moody’s general local and school board election is set for Oct. 17, 2026. Eligible voters can vote by mail or in person, with advance voting on Oct. 7 and 10; mail ballot applications are due Oct. 9 at noon.
Port Moody voters can vote by mail or in person in the Oct. 17 local and school board election. Mail ballot applications are due by noon on Oct. 9.
Port Coquitlam will send a city-wide Alertable test at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 15, after the ShakeOut BC earthquake drill. Residents should follow the test instructions and not call 9-1-1; the city also outlines app features, preparedness resources and a draw for an emergency kit.
Foster and fellow biology teacher Rod MacVicar brought students to Mossom Creek to help restore salmon habitat, building a community effort that endured setbacks and a devastating 2013 fire.
Evo is seeking permission to expand into Burquitlam and add a zone around City Centre. If approved, the company could begin operating in Coquitlam in late 2026 or early 2027.
Port Moody’s municipal and school board election and the provincial election have overlapping campaign periods, but separate candidates, ballots, voting places and dates.
The Port Moody contest has four candidates for two school board seats. Voters in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Anmore and Belcarra will also elect trustees, with seat counts varying by area.
Council received a proposed framework for a Sponsorship, Advertising, Naming Rights and Donation program that could eventually generate at least $175,000 annually, while requiring upfront staffing and setup costs.
Port Coquitlam voters will elect two trustees to the nine-member school board. The six candidates have outlined priorities ranging from student supports and resources to curriculum and community collaboration.
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