Flood protection projects and a new covered sports facility are at the centre of Port Coquitlam’s newly approved 2026–2027 capital plan, as council focuses on safeguarding neighbourhoods and expanding community recreation while keeping spending tight.
Council adopted the two-year capital plan at its Committee of Council meeting on Tuesday, approving about $29.3 million in capital spending for 2026 focused on drainage, recreation, transportation and core infrastructure.
Two major flood mitigation projects — the Cedar Drainage Pump Station and the Maple Creek Drainage Pump Station — are moving forward as part of the plan. Construction on the Cedar station in north Port Coquitlam is expected between January and June 2026, while work at Maple Creek is already underway and scheduled for completion before February 2027.
At the same time, the city is planning a new covered multi-use sports facility near the Shaughnessy Bike Park. Early site work and design evaluation have begun, with construction targeted for summer 2026, pending permits.
Mayor Brad West said council is prioritizing essential infrastructure while trying to limit the impact on taxpayers.
“These are lean budgets for lean times,” West said. “We’re focused on critical infrastructure and maintaining our assets while continuing to deliver the services and amenities residents rely on.”
Several other major projects are also included in the plan. Work continues on the Gates Park soccer hub, which is more than halfway complete and expected to finish before June 2026, with a second phase including a grandstand, pickleball courts and additional fields expected by September 2026.
Upgrades are also underway at the Coquitlam River Sanitary Pump Station to increase sewer capacity, while major improvements to Kingsway Avenue intersections at McLean Avenue and Broadway Street are planned by the end of 2026 to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.
Beyond large construction projects, the plan also funds neighbourhood road work, water and sewer upgrades, drainage improvements and the replacement of aging city assets.
The capital plan is informed by council priorities, resident feedback through budget surveys and staff input. Funding comes from a mix of development revenue, reserves, grants, surplus funds and borrowing.
More information on the capital plan and individual projects is available on the City of Port Coquitlam website.
