3 Best Places To See in Coquitlam, BC

“Percy Perry Stadium is a multi-purpose, fully lit stadium that was built for the 1991 B.C. Summer Games, as part of the district's 100th anniversary. It has featured events with crowds of over 4,000 spectators. The original turf pitch has been replaced with FieldTurf, providing Coquitlam residents with the option of three distinct sets of sports lines permanently painted onto the field surface. As part of the 2007-2008 renovation, the stadium's permanent seating capacity was reduced to 1,482. The stadium's layout accommodates a variety of sporting events, offering an open space with a synthetic pitch and a surrounding running track. The main stand's architectural design creates an intimate atmosphere, making it an enjoyable destination for sports enthusiasts. Additionally, the backdrop of Coquitlam's picturesque mountains adds to the overall aesthetic appeal. Historically, Percy Perry Stadium was the home ground for the 5th-division PCSL Khalsa Sporting Club. Furthermore, one of the auxiliary fields continues to be utilized by the women's team of Coquitlam Metro-Ford SC to this day. Percy Perry Stadium has covered over 200 standing and 300 external bleachers, scoreboard and message/video board, 4 change rooms.”

“S.P.A.R.C. Museum (Society for the Preservation of Antique Radio in Canada) is dedicated to collecting artifacts and preserving the history of radio and electronic communication, focusing on the Canadian viewpoint. The S.P.A.R.C. Museum has an extensive technical reference library, including the Radio College of Canada (RCC) and other schematic collections. The museum explains that the growth of modern electronic products has allowed millions worldwide to access highly sophisticated technologies. They provide restoration and repair services for old radios. If you are interested in electronics, this place offers a wealth of information. The SPARC Radio Museum also offers free parking. S.P.A.R.C. Museum also features a replica of the radio room aboard the Carpathia, the ship that received the Titanic's SOS signals. Group tours can be arranged by appointment.”