April 2020

COVID 19 Household Checklist

Posted on Apr 23, 2020 in COVID 19


As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak.Stay informed and in touch
  • Get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity from public health officials.
  • Ask your neighbors what their plan includes.
  • Create a list of local organizations you and your household can contact in case...

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Happy Earth Day!

Posted on Apr 22, 2020 in Holiday

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Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19

Posted on Apr 21, 2020 in COVID 19


How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering
Side view of an individual wearing a cloth face covering, which conceals their mouth and nose areas and has a string looped behind the visible ear to hold the covering in place. The top of the covering is positioned just below the eyes and the bottom extends down to cover the chin. The visible side of the covering extends to cover approximately half of the individual’s cheek.
Cloth face coverings should—
  • fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
  • be secured with ties or ear loops
  • include multiple layers of fabric
  • allow for breathing without restriction
  • be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape
CDC on Homemade Cloth Face CoveringsCDC recommends wea...

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Coquitlam's Update on COVID-19

Posted on Apr 21, 2020 in Coquitlam


The City of Coquitlam is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation in British Columbia and locally. The BC Centre for Disease Control is working to break the chains of transmission and is important that every one in Coquitlam follow the orders and the advice of the health authorities so that we can curb the spread of this virus.We're all in this to...

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How to Keep Kids Entertained While You’re Socially Distancing

Posted on Apr 18, 2020


Cut Yourself Some Slack
Keep Two Activity Lists
Encourage a Pet Project
Keep a Pandemic Journal
Create Sidewalk (or Window) Art
Rearrange Regularly
Prevent Drama
Connect With Family History
Take Indoor Activities Outside
Upgrade Your Movie Night Experience
Go on a...

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For more information on COVID-19, including updates, answers to frequently asked questions, and translated information

Posted on Apr 16, 2020 in Coquitlam


For more information on COVID-19, including updates, answers to frequently asked questions, and translated information, please consult the following resources:
  • Fraser Health Authority – www.fraserhealth.ca
  • BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) – www.bccdc.ca
    • Non-medical information – 1-888-COVID19 (1-888-268-4319
    • Medical information – 8-1-1
  • Public Healt...

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