Location and Population
The Canadian City of Burnaby in the Province of British Columbia adjacent to the City of Vancouver on the Burrard Peninsula is the seat of the Greater Vancouver Regional District Government (Metro Vancouver). Burnaby covers 38 square miles in the central part of the peninsula between Vancouver on the west and New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam on the east. The Burrard Inlet on the north and a channel of the Fraser River on the south complete Burnaby’s borders. The 2011 Census reported a population of 223,218, more than a third of which is ethnically Chinese, Korean, or Japanese.
Local History
At incorporation in 1892, residents named their municipality after explorer Robert Burnaby, who in 1859 had surveyed the freshwater lake near the city’s present geographical centre. At first a rural agricultural area for nearby urban markets, Burnaby became a first-tier bedroom suburb as Vancouver expanded into a metropolis. Over time, Burnaby itself shifted in character from rural to suburban and now to urban, finally reaching city status in 1992, when the Corporation of the District of Burnaby became the City of Burnaby
Industry and Commerce
Burnaby has many industrial and commercial enterprises. Metropolis at Metrotown is British Columbia’s largest commercial mall. Major technology firms Ballard Power Systems, Electronic Arts, and Telus operate in Burnaby. There are Chevron and Petro-Canada petroleum refineries on the shores of the Burrard Inlet. Electronics firms Future Shop and Nokia have significant facilities in Burnaby. The Online Trading Academy has an administrative office center, and film production studios and TV stations add a lively media presence.
Transportation
SkyTrain, the rail rapid transit system of Greater Vancouver operated by Translink, Metro Vancouver’s regional transportation agency, has its headquarters in Burnaby. SkyTrain runs fully automated trains on grade-separated tracks mostly on elevated platforms from which passengers enjoy vistas over the city and which help maintain the system’s highly punctual performance. The Skybridge, the world’s longest cable-supported bridge dedicated to transit, crosses the Fraser River between New Westminster and Surrey. On the streets, the Coast Mountain Bus Company, a division of Translink, operates a busy bus service.
The Trans-Canada Highway skirts Burnaby Lake on its course through the city center from Vancouver to Surrey and onward to the east. On Sea Island 10 miles away accessible by SkyTrain or a 20-minute drive by car, Vancouver International Airport operates daily flights to destinations worldwide.
Proposed Burnaby Mountain Pipeline
At 1,200 feet, Burnaby Mountain in its northeastern corner near the Burrard Inlet reaches the city’s highest elevation, and the encompassing Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area is a scenic home to the Simon Fraser University campus and to resident and transient deer, bears, and coyotes. Kinder Morgan, which calls itself “a different kind of Energy Company,” proposes to reroute a section of its TransMountain Pipeline from a residential area to a more direct route through the mountain. The proposal would triple pipeline capacity, Kinder Morgan claims.
In May 2014, Burnaby filed a request with the Canadian National Energy Board demanding additional information, arguing that the project would force Burnaby citizens to endure significant new risks and costs for many years. The board announced in July 2014 that it would delay action on Kinder Morgan’s permit application to afford more time for study and public comment.
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http://www.burnabycommunityconnections.com
http://www.burnaby.ca/City-Services/Policies–Projects—Initiatives.html
New Burnaby Live MLS Listings
The City of Burnaby
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8708 ROYAL OAK Avenue in Burnaby: Big Bend House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2497162
8708 ROYAL OAK Avenue Burnaby V5J 4L8 
$5,628,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2497162
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,380 sq. ft.
A rare find 7.4-acre site in Burnaby with 449.90 feet frontage on Royal Oak. There is currently a blueberry farm generating an annual income of $30,000, plus a two level detached house. It is 5 minutes drive to Metrotown, close to school and transportation. Excellent investment property with future potential in this big piece of land! More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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PH3 4510 HALIFAX Way in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale in "AMAZING BRENTWOOD 1" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2518046
PH3 4510 HALIFAX Way Burnaby V5C 0K4
$3,999,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2518046
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,672 sq. ft.
Welcome to the Amazing Brentwood Northwest facing Penthouse unit with breathtaking mountains, ocean and city view! Built by the renowned Shape Properties known for their excellent quality and craftmanship. Featuring 2 floors with over 2600 sqft of living space, and 4 separate outdoor patio/balconies over 1400 sqft of space. Over 10 feet ceiling height, large open layout with 3 spacious bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms. Gourmet kitchen features high end Bosch appliances and a large pantry. Central AC/Heating. Large laundry room and 2 side by side parking spots. Too many to list...the view is a must see! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - Vancouver First Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5599 BUCKINGHAM Avenue in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2471427
5599 BUCKINGHAM Avenue Burnaby V5E 1Z9
$3,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2471427
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,078 sq. ft.
Prestigious Deer Lake area. Well maintained luxury mansion, Built with European craftsmanship, this is really your dream home. Corner lot 11420 sq ft. Highest quality 6 bdrms, 6 bthrms 6078 sq ft. Features include Gourmet kitchen with additional spice kitchen, granite counter top, high end appliances, granite and marble stairs, 4 fireplaces in living room, master bedroom, family room and recreation room, hard wood floor, basement with 2 large bedrooms and spacious recreation room. Exterior wall built with stone. Beautiful garden with full fence and secured gates, and in ground sprinkler system. Walking distance to Deer Lake, Buckingham Elementary School, less than 10 mins to either Metrotown or Highgate Shopping Centre, Must see. More detailsListed by Interlink Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6410 CHARING Court in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2481690
6410 CHARING Court Burnaby V5E 3Y3
$3,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2481690
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,072 sq. ft.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5281-83 VICTORY Street in Burnaby: Metrotown House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2268816
5281-83 VICTORY Street Burnaby V5J 1T2
$3,950,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2268816
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,666 sq. ft.
Wonderful Duplex approx 4,000 sf. of living space plus a workshop and a double det'd garage in the back. City would like to have it rezoned to RM-3 for a condo site. Currently used as a triplex consisting of three 2 bedroom unites. |Need some TLC. Very good chance for Developer, Builder...etc. Must see!! More detailsListed by Homeland Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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8273 GOVERNMENT Road in Burnaby: Government Road House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2517153
8273 GOVERNMENT Road Burnaby V5A 2E4
$3,699,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2517153
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 5,767 sq. ft.
Welcome to the famous Government Road area where your favourite celebrities come home to! This beautiful custom home offers you 8 bedrooms & 7 baths. All the bedrooms in the main living space have ensuite’s, and the master bedroom offers a nice sitting area. The large gourmet kitchen is fantastic for preparing breakfast for the family or cooking a feast for your friends. If you enjoy entertaining, you will love using the spice kitchen which also has high end appliances. This is a great opportunity to share a street with local celebrities and be surrounded by multi-million-dollar homes. Top Seaforth Elementary School is minutes away, SFU campus 10 minutes away, Lougheed town centre only 7 minutes. This is a great location with everything you need and more. More detailsListed by Coldwell Banker Universe Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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301 N HYTHE Avenue in Burnaby: Capitol Hill BN House for sale in "CAPITOL HILL" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2502757
301 N HYTHE Avenue Burnaby V5B 1G6
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2502757
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,405 sq. ft.
Beloved owner-occupied family home in highly desirable Capitol Hill neighbourhood. First time to market in 37 years! Located on the WEST SIDE of N Hythe Avenue. This PRIME 16405 SF lot (0.38 acres) is R2 zoned with potential to SUBDIVIDE to two 60+ frontage lots! Unobstructed, panoramic WESTERLY VIEWS of the CITY, Downtown Vancouver, Burrard Inlet WATER & North Shore MOUNTAINS! Beautifully nestled in the hills, this 3405 SF home has 4 bedrooms + 4 baths with a formal living room, dining room & family room opening out to a 445 SF sundeck. The lower level of the property is an OASIS with a private outdoor lap pool & mature landscaping. Quiet, serene getaway just minutes to Downtown Vancouver, this property is truly amazing offering SPECTACULAR VIEWS with no bridges to cross! Hold and build your DREAM ESTATE PROPERTY or subdivide and develop 2 single family homes. Best location in Burnaby North close to transit, trails, Confederation Park, Brentwood Shopping Center, and fine cafes & restaurants on Hastings St. More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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7143 PAULUS Court in Burnaby: Montecito House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2517777
7143 PAULUS Court Burnaby V5A 1N1
$3,580,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2517777
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,681 sq. ft.
Beautiful home in desirable neighbourhood Burnaby North. 60X138 over 8000sqft lot size with 4681sqft of living space. Contemporary design modern home features with open concept floor plan, spacious kitchen, useful big island, highend integrated appliances. One ensuite on the main floor is perfect for elder or nanny room. 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs. Air conditioning, Radiant heat, Build in vacuum, Build in sound system, HRV, Security system, luxury appliances, glass wine cellar, outstanding recreation room and a large 2 bed room Legal suite with separate entrance in basement. Make it your home, call for private showing today. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5831 CANADA Way in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2469133
5831 CANADA Way Burnaby V5E 3N7
$3,490,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2469133
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,360 sq. ft.
Elegant two storey custom built property in the reputable Buckingham Heights area featuring 9 spacious bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Grand entrance with 2 staircases and skylights leading upstairs to the expansive living space. Opening up to a garden-facing balcony on the front side perfect for gatherings or a relaxing day at home, the main floor on the upper level hosts four spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, an office space, and naturally illuminated custom-designed common areas. Kitchen backs onto back deck with huge yard. The lower floor features two suites accommodating 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a private sauna, and another patio. The expansive 26,000 sqft lot provides easy access to nearby schools, parks and recreational facilities, and can be subdivided into two single family homes. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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7530 BULLER Avenue in Burnaby: Metrotown House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2489925
7530 BULLER Avenue Burnaby V5J 4S8
$3,400,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2489925
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 2,592 sq. ft.
ATTENTION BUILDERS AND INVESTORS! Rare opportunity to own this prime location land assembly to build your next project! Potential medium density rezoning for multi family homes property to be sold as land assembly with 7540 Buller Ave, 7566 Buller Ave, 7568 Buller Ave and 5929 Rumble Street Total lot size of approx 33160sq More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Tri-Cities Realty and Royal Pacific Riverside Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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