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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501 3811 HASTINGS Street in Burnaby: Vancouver Heights Condo for sale in "MONDEO" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2711444
501 3811 HASTINGS Street Burnaby V5C 6V2 
$998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2711444
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,055 sq. ft.
UNIQUE PENTHOUSE - MASSIVE PRIVATE SUNDECK ! A perfect home for entertaining, Barbecue & Sun lovers! QUALITY CONCRETE - Boutique Midrise. Located in HEART OF THE HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD. QUIET SIDE, CORNER END UNIT. Open layout - 2 beds + large home office w/window. Could function as 3 bd. Chefs gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, shaker maple cabinetry, S/S appliances, GAS RANGE, eating bar. SPACIOUS MASTER w/ensuite, separate shower + soaker tub, Kohler oval single lift-knob toilets WALK IN CLOSET. Quick access to HWY, Skytrain & Dwtn- 5 min walk to Safeways, Parks, Schools, Artisan cafes, Bakeries, 30 + Eateries, Eilleen Dailly Leisure Center. PETS & RENTALS welcome. Its the Full package - come see for yourself. BONUS * LOW MAINT FEES * More detailsListed by Sunstar Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1707 4465 JUNEAU Street in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale in "JUNEAU" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2719789
1707 4465 JUNEAU Street Burnaby V5C 0L8
$998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2719789
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 928 sq. ft.
Newly completed luxury condo in the heart of Brentwood. "JUNEAU" concrete high rise building by reputable Amacon Development. Functional 2 bedroom 2 bath with spacious 928 sf living space and a large balcony, open concept kitchen with high-quality appliances, high ceiling with A/C. Amenities include yoga room, party room, exercise room and concierge. 5 min to Skytrain, shopping Wholefoods, banks, restaurants & much more. Easy access to Hwy1, quick convenient commute to downtown & SFU. Kitchener Elem & Alpha Sec School catchment. More detailsListed by Metro Edge Realty - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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PH3 9188 UNIVERSITY Crescent in Burnaby: Simon Fraser Univer. Condo for sale in "Altaire" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2740777
PH3 9188 UNIVERSITY Crescent Burnaby V5A 0A5
$995,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2740777
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,290 sq. ft.
Welcome to ALTAIRE at UniverCity, the award-winning community at SFU. This stunning renovated 2 bed + den, 2 bath Penthouse sits atop of Burnaby Mountain with stunning 270 degree city, mountain and water views! This home boasts expansive windows creating a spacious & bright feel through out. Features include open concept kitchen, living & dining area, brand new kitchen appliances, hardwood floors, granite counters, fireplace, & walk in closet off the primary bedroom. Enjoy the beautiful views from the large balcony, large enough for a BBQ & entertaining. Complete with 2 parking stalls, 1 bike locker, visitor parking & EV charging/car wash station! Steps from transit, this unit is a MUST SEE! Come and join us for our OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY DEC.3 2-4 PM, SUNDAY DEC.4 2-4 PM More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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2001 4465 JUNEAU Street in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2687342
2001 4465 JUNEAU Street Burnaby V5C 0L8
$990,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2687342
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 940 sq. ft.
Welcome to Juneau! Brentwood Mall and skytrain with only 5 minutes walking. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence boasts an open-plan kitchen and living space with access to the large 205 sq ft balcony with downdown and mountain views. Enjoy ample space for entertaining in a kitchen that seamlessly flows into the spacious living area and features modern integrated appliances. Set back from the second bedroom, the master suite is a true retreat complete with walk-through closet and beautiful ensuite. This air-conditioned residence offers smart storage, insuite laundry, 1 parking stall and one storage locker and access to resident-only amenities. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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509 7533 GILLEY Avenue in Burnaby: Metrotown Townhouse for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2730178
509 7533 GILLEY Avenue Burnaby V5J 0E8
$990,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2730178
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,076 sq. ft.
Beautiful ultimate luxury Corner Townhome, The Casa Dora by Thin Properties. This 3-level home offers 3 bedrooms 1 Den and 2 bathrooms and bright 3 level End unit. Very well-kept and offers a stylish modern kitchen, with quartz countertop, modern appliances and spacious living room, large windows, laminating flooring, 9 foot ceilings, pot lights and a 124 square feet balcony for your entainment. The top floor consist of 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom plus modern large size washer and dryer. Below on the entrance level we have 1 Den and full size bathroom with stand up shower, and the convenience of an independent entrace to the Den that can be possibility used as a mortgage helper! This unit also comes with a small garden and single 194 square feet indoor garage, and carport. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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