Maillardville / Central / West

Maillardville is the storied centre of the province's largest French-speaking community, first settled by mill workers in 1909. Reaching through central and west Coquitlam, the area pairs heritage streetscapes and long-established family homes with a wave of newer building. French-Canadian culture stays vibrant here through festivals and community life.

Getting around

Transit links and major routes make getting around easy, with the Fraser River, the bridges south and Coquitlam's services all within convenient reach.

Schools & family

Families have access to French-language and English public schools alongside neighbourhood parks, reflecting the area's bilingual roots.

Shopping & lifestyle

Local shops and services line the older commercial streets, with Coquitlam's larger malls and everyday amenities close by.