2026 Holiday Hours

Don't get caught outside the Library looking in this year! Check out all the closures and changes to operating hours of the Library in 2026 below.  Day Poirier City Centre January 1st New Year's Day Closed Closed February 15th Closed 10:00 am–5:00 pm February 16th Family Day Closed 10:00 am–5:00 pm April 3rd Good Friday…
View More about 2026 Holiday Hours

Changes to OverDrive & Libby Access

We want to let you know about an important upcoming change to our digital collection. Beginning February 1st, 2026, access to OverDrive and Libby will be limited to Coquitlam residents (those who have an address, or own a property or business in Coquitlam) only. This was a difficult decision, but it’s an important step to…
View More about Changes to OverDrive & Libby Access

2025 Holiday Hours & Closures

Few things are as frustrating as showing up to a place, only to be greeted by a locked door. Take a look at the dates below, and mark them in your calendar (next to your loved ones' birthdays), so you always leave the Library with a bunch of books instead of with a bundle of…
View More about 2025 Holiday Hours & Closures

Purple Day Is March 26

On March 26th, our City Centre branch is hosting a pop-up table for World Epilepsy Day—also known as Purple Day. If you’ve ever wondered how a simple colour became a global movement for neurological health, the story starts with one nine-year-old girl, and a very big dream. The Girl Who Started It All In 2008…
View More about Purple Day Is March 26

Fiero Code

          Introducing Fiero Code: A New Chapter in Coding Education In an increasingly digital world, coding has become a vital skill, not just for IT professionals but for everyone. Understanding the basics of programming can open doors to countless opportunities, foster creativity, and enhance problem-solving skills. Recognizing the importance of digital…
View More about Fiero Code

Freedom to Read Week 2026

Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. Though it is not always at the forefront of Canadians' minds, Canada has a history of censorship of books and magazines. Oftentimes, and by design, this censorship has affected libraries and classrooms as books…
View More about Freedom to Read Week 2026

Borrow More!

This fall, the City Centre branch will undergo a refresh, where we will install new carpeting and give the walls a fresh coat of paint. To make this possible we will have to put a large portion of our collection into storage. You can help us make packing-up easier by filling those book bags with…
View More about Borrow More!

City Centre Branch Refresh

November 17th—Final Update It's been a long road, but we've finally reached the end of the City Centre branch refresh! Thanks to everyone for their patience during this project. With the exception of some work on the lighting in the branch, the refresh is complete, and you can now enjoy City Centre as you always…
View More about City Centre Branch Refresh
1 - 10 of 35