Homelessness is a complex issue that affects many people in our community. While homelessness services are primarily the responsibility of the provincial government, the City of Coquitlam supports local organizations and BC Housing to help connect individuals and families who are unhoused or at risk of homelessness to essential resources, such as shelter and support services. These partnerships aim to ensure that vulnerable residents can access the help they need during difficult times.
For answers to common questions, please refer to our Shelter Spaces and Homelessness Frequently Asked Questions.
To locate shelters, use the map at bchousing.org or contact the BC211 Shelter and Street Helpline (PDF) for information about open shelter services.
Emergency Shelters and Services
3030 Gordon Shelter: Operated by RainCity Housing, 3030 Gordon offers 30 shelter beds (single private rooms) and 12 year-round shelter beds in dorm-style rooms, as well as on-site support services. For more information, visit RainCity Housing or call 604-474-0435.
Temporary Winter Shelter Program: Operated by Progressive Housing Society, between January to April 2026, the Tri-Cities Winter Shelter Program offers 20 shelter spaces at səmiq̓ʷəʔelə (Suh-MEE-kwuh-EL-uh)/(formerly səmiq̓ʷəʔelə (Suh-MEE-kwuh-EL-uh)/Riverview Hospital). Please call 604-209-1587 to arrange pick-up.
2026 Pick-up locations are:
- Coquitlam – Lincoln SkyTrain Station
- Port Coquitlam – Northside of Kingsway at Jane Street (bus stop area)
- Coquitlam – South corner of Pheasant Street / Christmas Way near Superstore
3030 Gordon Supported Housing: 3030 Gordon also offers 30 supported housing units for individuals who are working towards stable, independent living. Support services are available to assist residents during this transition. For more information, visit RainCity Housing or call 604-474-0435.
Hope for Freedom Society: Hope for Freedom Society provides drug and alcohol recovery residential programs, counselling, and referral services for those facing homelessness or who are at risk. More information is available at Hope for Freedom Society.
Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group (TCHHTG)
The City of Coquitlam is a member of this community task group, which currently includes many non-profit organizations and other agencies who work across Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody to address homelessness. Their Tri-Cities Street Survival Guide (PDF) provides information about essential services, including shelter, food programs, and health resources. Learn more by visiting the Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Task Group website.
Additional Resources
- ACCESS Mobile Outreach: Provides outreach support – youth-focused but also serves adults where needed. Visit accessyouth.org.
- BC211: is a free, confidential service that connects people to local resources, including housing, shelter, mental health support, and other essential services. Dial or text 2-1-1, or visit bc211.ca.
- BC Housing Emergency Shelter Program: Visit bchousing.org or call 604-433-2218 or 1-800-257-7756 for more information on immediate shelter and housing options across BC.
- Integrated Homelessness Action Response Team (IHART): Nurses, social workers, outreach support workers, peer support workers and mental health clinicians. Connection to psychiatry, primary and wound care. Call 236-332-6687 or find more information at fraserhealth.ca.
- Mobile Integrated Crisis Response Team (MICR) / Car 67: Health care professionals accompany RCMP officers on Mental Health calls. On-site emotional and mental health assessments, crisis intervention and referrals. More information can be found at fraserhealth.ca.
- Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre (TRAC): For tenant advocacy and resources, visit tenants.bc.ca.
- Tri-Cities Community Action Team (TCAT): Coordinates response to toxic drug crisis and drug-related overdoses and deaths. For more information visit tri-citiescat.ca.
- Tri-Cities SHARE Rent Bank: Provides interest-free loans to low-income residents at risk of eviction. Call 604-540-9161 or learn more at SHARE Society Rent Bank.
