Industrial Manufacturing & Materials
Access scalable industrial land, skilled labour, and direct highway and port connectivity in one of Metro Vancouver’s top locations for advanced manufacturing.
A Hub for Advanced Production & Sustainable Innovation
Coquitlam is a growing centre for industrial manufacturing, materials science, and sustainable production. With strong infrastructure, competitive operating costs, and direct access to global markets, Coquitlam is a prime location for companies looking to innovate in food processing, chemicals, plastics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Access to a Highly-Skilled Workforce
With 81,000+ active workers across key sectors like technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, Coquitlam offers businesses a diverse and highly-skilled labour force. Supported by leading educational institutions such as UBC, SFU, BCIT, and Douglas College, Coquitlam continuously supplies job-ready professionals to drive innovation and business success.
Strategic Location & Superior Connectivity
Located in Metro Vancouver, Coquitlam provides seamless access to major highways, transit networks, and international trade routes. With Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Port of Vancouver nearby, businesses benefit from efficient logistics, reduced transportation costs, and global trade opportunities.
Business Support & Economic Momentum
Coquitlam’s competitive tax policies, pro-business incentives, and strong infrastructure investments make it an ideal location for companies to establish and expand. The City has seen a significant rise in economic activity, with continued growth in business development, workforce expansion, and investment opportunities.
Key Sub-Sectors
Advanced Manufacturing
Automation & Smart Factories – Integration of AI, robotics, and digital manufacturing.
High-Precision Engineering – Strong capabilities in aerospace, automotive, and high-tech manufacturing.
Specialized Industrial Equipment – Development of custom machinery and production systems.
Food Processing & Packaging
Agri-Food Innovation – Growing sector focused on sustainable food production and export growth.
Cold Storage & Distribution – Access to high-quality food logistics and warehousing facilities.
Advanced Packaging Technologies – Investments in biodegradable and smart packaging solutions.
Chemicals & Plastics
Sustainable Plastics & Composites – A shift toward eco-friendly materials and advanced polymer manufacturing.
Industrial Chemicals & Coatings – Presence of high-tech chemical processing and R&D facilities.
Circular Economy Initiatives – Local government support for waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable materials innovation.
Key Sub-Sectors
Software & Applications
Enterprise – ERP, CRM, workflow tools
Applications – Mobile, consumer, platforms
Vertical Software – Healthtech, fintech, govtech
SaaS & Cloud Software
Hardware, Devices, & Edge Computing
Computer Devices – Servers, desktops, laptops tablets
Manufacturing – Semi-conductor, PCBs, chip design
Internet of Things – Embedded systems, IoT devices, sensors, wearables
Emerging / Enabling Tech
Extended Reality – Augmented reality, Virtual Reality
Quantum – Systems integration, enabled devices, software and hardware
Security & Cybersecurity
Core Domains – Endpoint, network, cloud
Threat Detection, Security Analytics, Incident Response
Business Support & Incentives
Access to R&D funding and innovation grants for advanced production technologies.
