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About the Community

Coquitlam

Centred in the heart of the Lower Mainland on the west coast of British Columbia, the City of Coquitlam is home to 115,000 residents. The city is a 30-minute drive from downtown Vancouver and about 20 minutes from the U.S. border.

Coquitlam boasts attractive residential areas, a pedestrian-oriented town centre, a wide range of commercial activities, major industrial/business parks and new recreation facilities. It is also rich with heritage stemming from its historic roots, with the influence of the First Nations people and early French Canadian settlers.

Richmond

Richmond is located immediately to the south of the City of Vancouver and - sitting as it does between the arms of the Fraser River - is an island city. It has a population of some 190,000 and a diverse business community ranging from corporate head offices to vibrant retail to light industry. Richmond is home to the Vancouver International Airport, and will soon be served by the RAV rapid transit line

Richmond is made of up a range of urban, suburban and rural areas, and residents enjoy the close proximity of seaside dykes, river trails and extensive green spaces. The city is well-served by cultural and recreational amenities, and has an ethnically diverse population.