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:
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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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8246 BURNLAKE Drive in Burnaby: Government Road House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2834187
8246 BURNLAKE Drive Burnaby V5A 3K9 
$3,990,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2834187
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,028 sq. ft.
Excellent LOCATION in the Prestigious Government Road Area. This spacious and bright home (4000+ sq ft) is situated on One of the Largest Lots (18,091 sq ft.) in the sub-division. Beautiful Open concept with vaulted ceilings, W/I Pantry, plenty of Counter and Cabinet space in the Kitchen. Large games and Hobby room with view of your backyard. Spacious Master with W/I closet and 3 pc ensuite. Bsmnt has large recroom plus 5th bedroom and separate entry. Bsmt Den has closet and Inside window (could be 6th. bedroom),"Other room" has large Pantry and Hobby area. Min.to SeaForth Elem., Production Skytrain Stn, Costco and Lougheed Mall. Easy Hwy access. Excellent Potential to build your dream home on this large lot. All Meas. Approx. More detailsListed by LeHomes Realty Premier
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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7549 WILLARD Street in Burnaby: Big Bend Land for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2754726
7549 WILLARD Street Burnaby V3N 2W2
$3,988,888Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2754726
This centrally-located, large parcel of agricultural land is in the Big Bend area of South Burnaby. 6 acres of A1 zoned land in the Agricultural Land Reserve. There is potential to build a new 5,300 sq ft house with a separate 400 sq ft garage or carport. Please verify regulations with the city and Provincial Agricultural Land Commission. Located close to restaurants and shops at Market Crossing near Marine Way and Byrne Road. Adjacent to Riverfront and Burnaby Business Parks. The area is surrounded by rapidly growing industrial parks. Property is sold "AS IS". Financing available. More detailsListed by Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. (White Rock) - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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7457 WILLARD Street in Burnaby: Big Bend Land for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2754732
7457 WILLARD Street Burnaby V3N 2W2
$3,988,888Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2754732
This centrally-located, large parcel of agricultural land is in the Big Bend area of South Burnaby. 6 acres of A1 zoned land in the Agricultural Land Reserve. There is potential to build a new 5,300 sq ft house with a separate 400 sq ft garage or carport. Please verify regulations with the city and Provincial Agricultural Land Commission. Located close to restaurants and shops at Market Crossing near Marine Way and Byrne Road. Adjacent to Riverfront and Burnaby Business Parks. Property is sold "AS IS". Financing available. More detailsListed by Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. (White Rock) - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5611 IRVING Street in Burnaby: Forest Glen BS House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2803601
5611 IRVING Street Burnaby V5H 1V5
$3,980,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2803601
- Bedrooms:
- 8
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,711 sq. ft.
Luxury Italian style Home with mountain view in most desired Forest Glen, near vibrant Metrotown & deer lake. Beautifully designed and quality custom built by west side builder. Immaculate workmanship with top quality materials throughout. Roman pillar, Vaulted ceiling, grand living rm, entertain family/friends in chef's dream kitchen, 4 bdrms up, all ensuite. Spa-like jetted tub in master bath. Enjoy a movie in basement media rm, 2 rental suites, great for mortgage helpers. Other features include air-con, radiant heating, AV/HRV, security system, sprinkler, etc. Excellent location, 5-min stroll to deer lake, 1-min to Kisbey park, 3-min walk to kingsway & shops/restaurents, 5-mins drive to Metrotown. Extremely well-kept. Seeing is believing. View it on youtu.be/XOLk2Z7h-Ac More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd. and Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6296 AUBREY Street in Burnaby: Parkcrest House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2817017
6296 AUBREY Street Burnaby V5B 2E1
$3,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2817017
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,736 sq. ft.
Breathtaking Masterpiece! Custom built European style 3 level home features 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms in prestigious area. High end finish. Marble tiles throughout, European tilt & turn windows, top Viking series S/S appliances (48" Fridge). A/C, HRV, Surround audio system. Private front and back yards with paving stones and sprinkler system. Walk to Aubrey Elementary School and Burnaby North Secondary School. Close to everything. Basement suite tenant occupied, showing on second view only. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty (Kingsway) Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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