Coquitlam is the largest of the Tri Cities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody), both geographically and for population and it is located approximately 10-15 km east of Vancouver. It is the 6th largest city in BC. 

Transportation is convenient with the Evergreen Skytrain and the West Coast Express. Coquitlam has some of the nicest parks in Greater Vancouver, including: Mundy Park, Town Centre Park, Blue Mountain Park and Minnekhada Regional Park. Other popular amenities include: Lafarge Lake, Evergreen Cultural Centre, Douglas College, Vancouver Golf Club, Coquitlam Aquatic Centre, and the Poirier Sports Complex.