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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4346 PENDER Street in Burnaby: Willingdon Heights House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2860209
4346 PENDER Street Burnaby V5C 2M6 
$3,188,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2860209
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,406 sq. ft.
New Modern luxurious house. Open floorplan on main with 10 ft. ceiling. Features air conditioning, radiant heat, security camera, engineer hardwood flooring, open gourmet kitchen with high-end built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances, large waterfall island, extensive use of luxury quartz countertops and backsplash. Good size office/bedroom and full bathroom on the main floor. Covered sundeck. Upstairs features 3 good size ensuite bedrooms, master bedroom with bathtub, plus separate shower. Two bedrooms legal suite in the basement with separate entrance. Has a recreation room and one bedroom downstairs. Central location! Close to Safeway, Brentwood Town Centre, Skytrain, Shops and restaurants. More detailsListed by RA Realty Alliance Inc.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6589 KITCHENER Street in Burnaby: Sperling-Duthie House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2869240
6589 KITCHENER Street Burnaby V5B 2J7
$3,099,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2869240
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 5,182 sq. ft.
Fantastic European design rarely found in the Sperling-Duthie! 17' high foyer, finest solid wood curved stairway leads you to upstairs 4 spacious bedrooms, each one with magnificent South city/North Mountain view. 12' high living room to impress your honor guests. Family gathering in the 9' high family room equipped with a great size open kitchen and handy enclosed wok kitchen, huge bay windows, entertain downstairs in a TV Games, Home Theatre... Radiant heat and A/C air exchange sys throughout. Fantastic landscape design and fruit tree, double garage, automatic backyard gate... Walking distance to Burnaby North Secondary, close to SFU, shopping and golf course. Since zoning is R4 and land 8K sqft, there is a good chance to build a laneway home at North West corner with city's permission. More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3605 LYNNDALE Crescent in Burnaby: Government Road House for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2847007
3605 LYNNDALE Crescent Burnaby V5A 3S4
$2,999,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2847007
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,975 sq. ft.
Discover an exceptional family home in a prestigious government road area, boasting a spacious layout and an unfinished basement for personalized customization. Nestled in a neat and friendly neighbourhood, this residence is close to the highly-ranked Seaforth Elementary School. Situated on a 17,185 sqft. lot, the property features a front yard, a huge private backyard, and a top floor with three bedrooms, two bathrooms. The main floor offers plenty of spacious area for rec room, dining room, a living room and more. Plus, enjoy a jetted hot tub inside the main bathroom for relaxation looking out the nature. The lower floor, with a separate entrance, provides flexibility for a nanny suite or versatile entertainment space. More detailsListed by Sutton Premier Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6259 BUCKINGHAM Drive in Burnaby: Buckingham Heights House for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2876175
6259 BUCKINGHAM Drive Burnaby V5E 2A5
$2,999,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2876175
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 4,286 sq. ft.
Nestled in the heart of Buckingham Heights, 6259 Buckingham offers more than just a dream home - it's a sanctuary. With 6 beds, 5 baths, and over 5,000 sq ft of potential, this property backs onto a serene ravine, ensuring unmatched privacy and tranquility. Close to Deer Lake, Buckingham Elementary, and Metrotown, its the perfect blend of convenience and seclusion. With a spacious 10,001 sq ft lot, there's ample room to create your own oasis. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to craft your ideal retreat in one of Burnaby's most coveted locations! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6675 6677 LOCHDALE Street in Burnaby: Parkcrest Duplex for sale (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2872828
6675 6677 LOCHDALE Street Burnaby V5B 2M7
$2,998,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2872828
- Bedrooms:
- 12
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 4,700 sq. ft.
Prime Parkcrest Neighbourhood at North Burnaby! 72x122=8784sqft inner street FLAT lot with BackLane! Side by Side Duplex offers total 12 beds/6 bath finishing size about 4700sqft. Perfect investment property or families self-use! Open house: April 27/28 sat/sun 2-4pm. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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