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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516 9009 CORNERSTONE Mews in Burnaby: Simon Fraser Univer. Condo for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2827800
516 9009 CORNERSTONE Mews Burnaby V5A 0B9 
$490,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2827800
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 568 sq. ft.
Prime SFU Location. Expansive floor to windows ceilings. Hardwood floor, expensive appliances. One parking & locker included. This building is reducing our environmental footprint. Geothermal heating, roof, superior ventilation to improve air quality. Located in the heart of SFU. Access to transit for SFU. Perfect for Investment or live in. More detailsListed by Evergreen West Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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702 9262 UNIVERSITY Crescent in Burnaby: Simon Fraser Univer. Condo for sale in "Novo 2" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2866663
702 9262 UNIVERSITY Crescent Burnaby V5A 0A4
$489,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2866663
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 512 sq. ft.
Excellent location and outstanding west views of the Islands City and mountains, spectacular sunsets from this location. Very nice 1 bedroom apartment with all new laminate flooring, granite counters. Small deck for BBQ and wine sharing on those warm sunny days. Floor to cieling windows make a for a bright space you will love. 1 parking space and plenty of vistor parking. Novo 2 is a very popular building very close to campus . Call to arrange your private showing. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Performance Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
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103 1955 WOODWAY Place in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale in "DOUGLAS VIEW" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2865100
103 1955 WOODWAY Place Burnaby V5B 4S5
$488,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2865100
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 764 sq. ft.
A very unique opportunity to own a 764 square foot condo with 471 square feet of south facing patios. Original owners were one of the first to choose the best location in the complex. Storage area could serve as a den, the living and dining areas are a generous size as is the big bedroom with cheater ensuite and walk in closet. This is a ground level suite, but raised from the walking area for ultimate privacy. This is an excellent investment/holding property as the Brentwood area flourishes. Also comes with 1 parking space and a storage locker. Strata fee include heat and hot water. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1003 4105 IMPERIAL Street in Burnaby: Metrotown Condo for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2866152
1003 4105 IMPERIAL Street Burnaby V5J 1A6
$479,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2866152
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 660 sq. ft.
Welcome to a beautiful SUB-PENTHOUSE with amazing views, boasting over 650 square feet this spacious 1 bedroom condo is located in a concrete building close to Central Park. Just a short walk from Patterson Skytrain station and nearby shops at Metrotown Shopping Center. Building amenities include a pool, indoor sauna, and heat and hot water are included in maintenance fees. This is a great investment property with rentals allowed. 1 parking spot and a storage locker for added convenience. OPEN HOUSE SUN April 7Th More detailsListed by eXp Realty (Branch) - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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304 5889 IRMIN Street in Burnaby: Metrotown Condo for sale in "MacPherson Walk" (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2859607
304 5889 IRMIN Street Burnaby V5J 0C1
$475,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859607
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 517 sq. ft.
Popular McPherson Walk built in 2009 by Hungerford Properties located Walking Distance to Royal Oak Skytrain, Close to Bus Transit, Local Stores and Restaurants. 5 minutes drive to Metropolis Shopping Centre and Bonsor Recreation Centre. The junior one bedroom (no closet or window) features, open living room leading to balcony overlooking the courtyard, kitchen with granite counter tops, 1 full bathroom, insuite laundry, secured underground parking and storage locker. The complex is comprised of 165 units total with a smaller number of townhomes to condos. Max 2 pets allowed, dog or cat and Rentals allowed. More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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