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.
Information Links:
http://www.burnaby.ca/Doing-Business.html
http://www.burnaby.ca/Home.html
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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5370 BUCKINGHAM Avenue in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale in "LOWER DEER LAKE in South Burnaby" (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2351447
$5,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2351447
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,749 sq. ft.
Architecturally designed 7,749 SF craftsman styled high-end home on the high side of one of the most exclusive streets in Burnaby. A 19,320 SF lot with a 140 FT front! Semi-circular gated driveway with a Porte Cochere. Grand spiral staircase in foyer with a beautiful sandstone column from the basement to the upstairs! Coffered ceilings & extensive wood work throughout home. Main gallery with its barrel-vaulted ceilings goes to the heart of the home. 26 x 17 FT kitchen has 2 huge islands, 10 high end appliances! Family room has a 2-storey rock fireplace going to the top of the vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, windows & skylights. Upstairs has a view to the North Shore Mountains. Master suite: windows on 3 sides & gas fireplace. Upper gallery ends with a Juliet Balcony over the Family room. Basement: Wine cellar for over 1000 bottles! Pool room, bar, media & games rooms. 2 heated double garages with a workshop. SO MUCH MORE call listing agent for details! More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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7451 LAMBETH Drive in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2331208
$4,920,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2331208
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 6,350 sq. ft.
Located at the prestigious Buckingham heights, this Georgia award contestant home resides on a 16,800 sqft lot with mountain and city view. The Design, Layout, Finishing and Craftsmanship are all an exquisite work of art. Open concept, kitchen outfitted with top grade Miele appliances, radiant heat ,speakers around and air conditioning controlled by Smart Home Automation System. Home theatre with projector screen, wet bar, wine cellar steam and sauna, Tropical Retreat in the Huge Private backyard with mature landscaping, Beautiful BBQ Area, Waterfall and Children's Playground, all of them make your dream home come true. The walking trails of the Buckingham heights, mature Vegetation makes you feel like living in Paradise. OPEN HOUSE Apr. 20 & 21 Sat. Sun. 2-4pm More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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7381 10TH Avenue in Burnaby: Edmonds BE House for sale (Burnaby East) : MLS®# R2350284
$4,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2350284
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,000 sq. ft.
Developers alert! Very good location. Build a mix of office, retail store and residential units. Lots of potentials. Develop with neighboring properties or build duplex. Buyer please do you due diligence to this excellent potential of feasibility study with the city of Burnaby. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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5448 GORDON Avenue in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2327133
$4,480,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2327133
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,196 sq. ft.
Walking to Deer Lake anytime! Custom built. This beautiful 3 level home with 4 bedroom up all ensuited. Nice quiet neighbourhood. Close to schools, bus stop, recreation centre. Free way #1 and Metrotown. Ideal home for family. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5993 KATHLEEN Avenue in Burnaby: Metrotown House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2312320
$4,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2312320
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,200 sq. ft.
POTENTIAL FOR LAND ASSEMBLY! R5 zoning, in the heart of South Burnaby / Metrotown. Coveted street ready for complete redevelopment. 33 x 99 foot lot and a 3 bedroom livable house. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5070 CANADA Way in Burnaby: Burnaby Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2338882
$3,889,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2338882
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,565 sq. ft.
INVESTORS ALERT! Located in the heart of Burnaby, just 3 blocks east of City Hall and steps away from Deer Lake. Rare 1/2 acre (22022sf) with 119' of road FRONTAGE. This property is zoned C2 (front portion, and R4 at the rear). The Commercial zoning allows a variety of uses from cafes, office buildings such as legal, accounting, dental etc.. Please refer to the C2 building guidelines. Excellent potential for townhouse development. Up to 39' height allowance. ( Buyer to verify with the City of Burnaby to their own satisfaction prior to entering into the contract of purchase and sale.) Check out the bonus character home for temporary live-in or for rental income. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Westside - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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7447 19TH Avenue in Burnaby: Edmonds BE House for sale (Burnaby East) : MLS®# R2328139
$3,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2328139
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,890 sq. ft.
INVESTOR ALERT - Edmond OCP high density Mixed use Lot. Well kept 3Bdrm 1 bth upstairs. 3bdrm 1bth basement mortgage helper. Walking distance to schools, edmonds community center, shopping, transportation. Buyer is advised to check with the City of Burnaby for Rezoning/Development potential. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty First - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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251 N SPRINGER Avenue in Burnaby: Capitol Hill BN House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2354891
$3,530,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2354891
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 4,200 sq. ft.
Attention! Buyers/Investors! Once for life! Excellent, professional & fine European Guilder's own house 3 levels 270 great views of Downtown Vancouver, Richmond, parts of West and North Vancouver with big interior 4200 sq ft Top & high quality workmanship. Must see inside! Purch to verify all dtls & meas - call L/S today!!! 1st come 1st Buy. More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6299 MALVERN Avenue in Burnaby: Upper Deer Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2334249
$3,290,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2334249
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,981 sq. ft.
Most elegantly designed by a well known award winning designer, this 3 level home is one of the best built property in the most desirable upper deer lake area. Nearly 9000 sqft large rectangle corner lot with detached double garage. Radiant heated floors throughout, A/C, HRV, central vacuum, security system, Jenn-air appliances, Euroline windows, spectacular hand-painted molding and special custom made railings gave this home a very warm feelings called home! A total 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms in this cozy home with 2 bedrooms legal suite could be your mortgage helper. Centrally located, 10 minutes walking distance to beautiful Deer Lake. Minutes away from all level schools, Canada Way, Metrotown, Crystal mall, and transit. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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4520 GRASSMERE Street in Burnaby: Forest Glen BS House Duplex for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2295975
$3,290,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2295975
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,900 sq. ft.
This 2 NON-STRATA FULL DUPLEXES on 13440 sq.ft. corner lot in PRIME Burnaby location. Around 4900 SF living space (2450 SF for each duplex). A total of 12 bedrooms, 10 full baths and 2 powder baths, 4 kitchens, attached garage (4 covered parking) & open available parking spaces at front. Huge backyard that can view mountains. Features: radiant heat, HRV, smoke alarm, balance of 2-5-10 NHW etc. Located within a short walk to transit #130 (To BCIT or Metrotown). A short drive to skytrain, Deer Lake Park, BCIT, Moscrop Secondary, Metrotown Shopping & Crystall mall etc. Also can enjoy from NEW Brentwood centre where you can find shops, restaurants, recreations, grocery shops or pubs, all are new! This is excellent location! More detailsListed by Dracco Pacific Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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