Environment

Situated on Burrard Inlet and surrounded by forested mountains, Port Moody has a beautiful natural environment. Living in a city surrounded by wilderness means that we need to take extra precautions to develop with care around Environmentally Sensitive Areas,  manage wildlife interactions, remove invasive plants, and help protect streams and the marine environment.

Environmentally Sensitive Areas

Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) are natural areas where City works and development must proceed with care. We have Development Permit Guidelines to guide development in and adjacent to ESAs. Tree and vegetation removal is restricted in ESAs. Riparian management setbacks are specifically identified in the Zoning Bylaw to keep development activities away from sensitive riparian environments around streams and watercourses. In Port Moody, we promote the Naturescape B.C. program to support healthy streams and wildlife habitat on private and public property through Naturescaping.

Protect Our Streams

To protect the environment prohibited substances must not be discharged into City storm sewers, which drain into streams or oceans. Responsible lawn, garden and property care practices help prevent discharges to streams. Substances that are prohibited under our Stream and Drainage Protection Bylaw from entering City storm sewers or streams include:: chlorinated water, dirt, oil and grease, paint, fuel, solvent, and soaps.

You can dispose of leftover paints, solvents, flammable liquids, pesticides, and gasoline to:

Biggar Bottle Depot
2577 Kingsway Ave.
Port Coquitlam

Reporting Pollution

To report an environmental emergency such as a spill, chemicals being washed into a storm drain, or a contaminated stream, contact Environment and Parks at 604-469-4574 or environment@portmoody.ca.

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Monthly tips and insights for a sustainable future

In this section you will find valuable resources and information on how to make a positive impact on the environment in your everyday life. From tips on how to coexist with bears to managing invasive plant species, we are committed to providing you with practical and informative content. Check back at the beginning of each month with new updates and expert insights. Together, we can protect our environment and create a sustainable future.

Did you know all storm drains and roadside ditches connect directly to fish habitat and streams? Let's take action to preserve our aquatic ecosystems.

Here are some key tips:

• Proper disposal matters: Never pour or rinse chemicals, soap, paint, chlorinated water, oil, or soil into storm drains. Storm water is untreated and flows to aquatic habitats. These materials can harm or kill fish and other aquatic species.
• Identify, Reduce, Redirect: Before undertaking activities that could release pollutants into storm drains (like landscaping, painting, or car washing), identify storm drains or ditches nearby, aim to reduce the amount of runoff onto the road, and redirect runoff to grass or gravel to soak into the ground.
• Report pollution: If you see pollution in storm drains or creeks, contact us at 604-469-4574 or operations@portmoody.ca.

Let's protect our waterways and aquatic friends! For more information email environment@portmoody.ca.