Block Parties

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The City of Coquitlam Block Party program was created to encourage personal gatherings for neighbours to connect and create a sense of community in our residential neighbourhoods. Block parties are a great way to build new friendships and enhance safety and awareness in the neighbourhood.

Apply to Host a Block Party

Apply now to host a block party with your adjacent neighbors and receive free Special Event Liability insurance.

Get Your Block Involved with Tree Spree

The City of Coquitlam Tree Spree initiative focuses on recognizing and promoting the value of Coquitlam's tree canopy. As part of Tree Spree's inaugural year, we've committed to planting 10,000 trees. 

Apply to receive, plant and learn how to care for free ornamental trees. If your block is eligible, Tree Spree ambassadors will deliver small to medium sized ornamental trees to your block party for planting on private property. 

Receive a Grant Post Block Party

Approved block parties are eligible for a $150 grant. Information about how to receive the grant will be included in the approval package. In short: 

We will mail you a cheque for the block party funds within 5-8 weeks. 

Download the Block Party Handbook.

Additional Information

If you have any questions or require further information, please email Block Parties or call 604-927-6968.

Thanks to our Presenting Partner, Emperor Stone

Emperor Stone has been delivering quality stone products in Coquitlam for 20 years. It’s important for Emperor Stone to give back to the community. Sustainability to us involves not only our daily fabrication operations but also includes our commitment to fight climate change through our tree planting initiatives. To learn more about Emperor Stone as well as our Tree Planting Initiatives, visit www.emperortrade.com/sustainability/

  1. What are the benefits of registering my block party?
  2. What are the requirements of a block party?
  3. Are there block party guidelines?
  4. Can I receive funding for my block party?

Once your block party is approved by staff, you will:

  • Be eligible to apply for the $150 Block Party Grant. 
  • Receive free Special Event Liability insurance for your block party.