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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2907 4688 KINGSWAY in Burnaby: Metrotown Condo for sale in "Station Square 1" (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2845953
2907 4688 KINGSWAY Burnaby V5H 0E9 
$979,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2845953
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 890 sq. ft.
Station Square in Metrotown by Beedie Living & Anthem Properties. Superb location steps to Crystal Mall, Metropolis, Price Smart Food and Skytrain. This North East facing 2 bedroom 2 bath corner unit with breathtaking city, mountain, water & Deer Lake views. Functional floor plan with good size living room & open kitchen includes Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops. Amazing amenities with guest suite, fully equipped gym, party room, BBQ, outdoor dining patio & luxurious lobby entrance. Unit comes with 1 parking & 1 locker. Delight to show. More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3507 3833 EVERGREEN Place in Burnaby: Sullivan Heights Condo for sale in "City of Lougheed - Tower 2" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2870406
3507 3833 EVERGREEN Place Burnaby V3J 0M2
$979,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870406
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 901 sq. ft.
The City of Lougheed Tower 2, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath corner unit features stainless steel Bosch appliances and quartz countertops throughout. Central air conditioning for maximum comfort indoors or Panoramic view from over sized balcony. Site amenities include a professional fitness centre, table tennis, billiards lounge, putting green, private studying pods and many more! Southwest exposure provides beautiful mountain view and also sunny bright water/city view. Conveniently located beside Lougheed Mall, the Skytrain, banks, grocery stores and restaurants - everything you need daily is just minutes away. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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25 3728 THURSTON Street in Burnaby: Central Park BS Townhouse for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2868195
25 3728 THURSTON Street Burnaby V5H 0E6
$975,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868195
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,037 sq. ft.
Welcome to Thurston Street by award winning developer Anthem Properties. This bright 2 bedroom and 1.5 Bathroom Townhouse has a spacious floorplan with a huge private patio, open concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances, soft close cupboards with plenty of storage, quartz countertops, kitchen island and laminate flooring throughout. Upstairs bedrooms are a great size with higher ceilings and closets with upgraded built in shelvings. Bonus laundry room with shelving. First unit located behind an entrance gate for safety & privacy, no neighbours on one side and no units below. Located on a quiet treelined residential street/cul-de-sac TWO Parking stalls and new EV Charging spots installed. Centrally located close to schools, Central Park, skytrain station, Metrotown. More detailsListed by eXp Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2604 2008 ROSSER Avenue in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2866410
2604 2008 ROSSER Avenue Burnaby V5C 0H8
$970,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2866410
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 919 sq. ft.
Step into your very own luxurious sky-high residence at Solo District by Appia, crafted by renowned developer Jim Bosa. Revel in breathtaking, unobstructed views of the mountains and city from this rare gem – the best-priced 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner unit available. Complete with parking and storage, nestled beside Brentwood Skytrain station, Wholefoods, and an array of shops and eateries, convenience is at your doorstep. Indulge in a gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, premium cabinetry, and laminate flooring. Enjoy access to a suite of amenities including 24/7 concierge services, a private rooftop garden, fitness facilities with sauna and steam rooms, GeoThermal A/C & heating, a dog park, CINEPLEX and much more! More detailsListed by Laboutique Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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2201 5311 GORING Street in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2867032
2201 5311 GORING Street Burnaby V5B 0B5
$969,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2867032
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 897 sq. ft.
Beautiful 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den CORNER LAYOUT on the 22nd floor at ETOILE West Tower by Millennium. PRISTINE unit with floor to ceiling windows, huge 361 sf wrap around balcony, and breathtaking CITY & MOUNTAIN views. Functional N facing floor-plan with 9’+ ceilings, Bosch appliances, quartz countertops and waterfall kitchen island. Bright colour scheme, in-suite laundry, separate heating and AIR CONDITIONING. Resort style, over 37,000 sf of rooftop amenities including fitness centre, lounge, steam room, 50' pool, hot tub, wellness garden path and playground area. One secure parking and extra storage included. Central location minutes to Holdom Skytrain station, Shopping, Restaurants and Burnaby Lake Regional Park. 3 Storage Lockers More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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