Community Services Minister Ida Chong, Coquitlam Mayor Maxine Wilson and Port Moody-Westwood MLA Iain Black at the sign unveiling Aug. 28.
"This square will be a welcome place for residents and visitors alike to gather to celebrate events and milestones, including B.C.’s 150th anniversary in 2008," said Community Services Minister Ida Chong.
Coquitlam will develop its very own B.C. Spirit Square in the centre of town, thanks to $500,000 from the provincial government.
Coquitlam’s Spirit Square will be set up as an urban lobby concept, linking civic buildings, residential areas and commercial sites by connecting pedestrian corridors with recreation facilities, schools, the Coquitlam Centre Mall and a large transit exchange.
The new square will provide a beautiful, secluded green space away from traffic and commercial areas.
Residents will have an opportunity to enjoy their lunch away from the office or take some time to enjoy public art or performances.
With trees, benches, a water feature, a grand staircase and ramp, as well as an outdoor stage, this Spirit Square will be the symbolic ‘centre’ of the city.
The funding announcement was made Aug. 28 by Community Services Minister Ida Chong and Port Moody-Westwood MLA Iain Black.
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