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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5850 SPERLING Avenue in Burnaby: Deer Lake House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2799121
5850 SPERLING Avenue Burnaby V5E 2T7 
$3,700,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2799121
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 5,664 sq. ft.
Spanning over 5,600 square feet, this extraordinary residence showcases over height ceilings of 9 feet in its main areas, imparting an unparalleled sense of spaciousness and grandeur. Vaulted ceilings add a touch of architectural splendor, further enhancing the allure of this exceptional abode. Silent floor joists and radiant heat flooring throughout ensure unparalleled comfort, seamlessly enveloping you in a cocoon of warmth and tranquility. In the past decade, a mere four properties of comparable size and lot dimensions have graced the market, making this an exceptional and coveted opportunity to own a prestigious slice of Burnaby's real estate. For all marketing information head to https://kylemark.ca/sperling More detailsListed by eXp Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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5401 4650 BRENTWOOD Boulevard in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale in "The Amazing Brentwood Tower 3" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2677203
5401 4650 BRENTWOOD Boulevard Burnaby V5C 0M3
$3,698,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2677203
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 1,795 sq. ft.
THE BEST 270 DEGREE OF MOUNTAIN , INLET , AND CITY VIEW IN THIS HIGH CEILING PENTHOUSE TRULY ONE OF A KIND, FULLY FURNISHED AND BUYERS CAN HAVE QUICK COMPLETION IF NEEDED BOOK YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING.CENTRAL LOCATION More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4822 BOND Street in Burnaby: Forest Glen BS House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2825057
4822 BOND Street Burnaby V5H 1H1
$3,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2825057
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,512 sq. ft.
Spectacular Mountain, City and Park view. Forest Glen Park slopes down to Deer Lake with the North Shore mountains in the background. This incredible 7-bedroom, 8-bathroom house sits on a 7,420 sqft lot with over 4,500 sqft of living space. It features 5 ensuites and two mortgage-helper suites with separate entries. High-quality build with HRV, A/C and built-in vacuum. High-end material and appliances, wok kitchen, extensive use of crown mouldings and many more features. Enjoy a low-maintenance backyard and a stunning city park in front with cherry tree-lined streets and unobstructed North Shore Mountain views. Steps to shopping mall, BCIT, Moscrop High School. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty and RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4622 VICTORY Street in Burnaby: Metrotown House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2826932
4622 VICTORY Street Burnaby V5J 1R9
$3,688,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2826932
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 4,203 sq. ft.
**UNDER CONSTRUCTION,WILL BE FINISHED MID NOVEMBER** **REMARKS TO COME SOON** More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6680 AUBREY Street in Burnaby: Sperling-Duthie House for sale in "Sperling Duthie" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2827403
6680 AUBREY Street Burnaby V5B 2E2
$3,638,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2827403
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 9
- Floor Area:
- 4,523 sq. ft.
Quality new home great layout done with attention to detail. Prime North Burnaby, quiet street, level lot, sunny yard. Schools Aubrey and Burnaby North. Very bright home. Welcoming entry, living room is on the left, den with walk-in closet and full bath on the right. Dining room has French doors to a deck. Open style kitchen with massive island that opens to a family room with extra high ceiling that flows out to a huge covered south exposed deck. There is a 2 piece guest washroom, spice kitchen and a mud room. 4 bedrooms up all with ensuite baths and fully organized closets. Basement has a legal two bedroom suite & flex space for nanny quarters & a media room. Triple garage plus room for an RV on the side. lots of yard for a garden. A must see. No open house all viewings by appointment More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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