Environment | City of Port Moody

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.

Working together

To get involved with environmental initiatives in Port Moody, check out upcoming environment events and volunteer opportunities below. You can register for activities through our Recreation department.

Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities

Coming soon: EVENTS & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 2025

Monthly Environment Tips

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! Share these tips to make a difference.