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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318 4363 HALIFAX Street in Burnaby: Brentwood Park Condo for sale in "BRENTWOOD GARDENS" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2809370
318 4363 HALIFAX Street Burnaby V5C 5Z3 
$571,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2809370
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 734 sq. ft.
TOP FLOOR, very spacious corner END UNIT, one bedroom condo with TWO BALCONIES. Large living room with VAULTED CEILINGS leads to a private and quiet balcony. Storage locker and 2 laundry rooms are conveniently located on the same floor. Very well run strata, many updates were done in recent years: new windows and sliding doors, restored balconies, the building was rainscreened. Fantastic location, close to Skytrain station, Brentwood Mall, Costco, close to Parks, Schools, Community Center and Hwy 1. Please contact me to book your private showings. More detailsListed by Team 3000 Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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808 4300 MAYBERRY Street in Burnaby: Metrotown Condo for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2813937
808 4300 MAYBERRY Street Burnaby V5H 4A4
$568,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2813937
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 780 sq. ft.
This well maintained Concrete TIMES SQUARE, CORNER unit 2Bed + 1Bath with NW facing in Metrotown, Steps to Central Park. Functional layout living & dining rms. Large balcony off living room. Lots of storage in unit and 1 locker, 1 parking. Updates include laminate floors, French doors and a completely renovated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances, unit has in-suite laundry and a north facing patio with mountain and park views. The strata fee includes heat and hot water! Building has updated elevators, plumbing and exterior painting. Seller paid upcoming window replacement. This beautiful home is walking distance to Metrotown, Crystal Mall, Public Library, Patterson Skytrain Station, restaurants, supermarkets and banks. Perfect starter home! More detailsListed by Amex Broadway West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1501 3755 BARTLETT Court in Burnaby: Sullivan Heights Condo for sale in "The Oaks at Timberlea" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2811688
1501 3755 BARTLETT Court Burnaby V3J 7G7
$559,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2811688
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 977 sq. ft.
Beautifully Furnished & Total Updated 15th Floor 977 Sq ft Condo, The Oaks at Timberlea with 2 Spacious bedrms, 1 Main & Ensuite 1/2 bathroom. Near SFU in a very convenient location & very quiet. Enjoy your Panoramic Mountain view North form 2 large Covered Balconies perfect for Lounging or Entertaining. Features entertainment sized Living/Dining rm. Vinyl Luxury Plank Flooring in Foyer, Kitchen & Bathrms! Primary bedrm fits a King-size bed. Abundance of natural light! Strata fee includes heat, electricity, & hot water. Amenities: Social club, Indoor Pool, Rec Centre, Fitness & Library. Shopping out your Front door, only a 5m walk to Lougheed Town Centre/Skytrain Station. ideal Parking spot & storage locker. Dogs not allowed. More detailsListed by RE/MAX LIFESTYLES REALTY - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1401 8850 UNIVERSITY Crescent in Burnaby: Simon Fraser Univer. Condo for sale in "The Peak" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2803442
1401 8850 UNIVERSITY Crescent Burnaby V5A 4Y8
$549,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2803442
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 584 sq. ft.
Enjoy STUNNING WATER AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this luxurious modern bedroom home at The Peak at UniverCity. Savour your morning coffee and zen moments from the covered balcony from the highest vantage point in the City. The Peak is an upscale concrete building with FABULOUS AMENITIES including a ROOF-TOP GARDEN AND TERRACE with bbqs, well equipped gym , social lounges, conservatory study space, and yoga studio. You also have access to SFU's recreational facilities, Nester's Market, shops, services, restaurants, hiking trails and transportation hubs in this amazing Community! More detailsListed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1502 4160 SARDIS Street in Burnaby: Central Park BS Condo for sale in "CENTRAL PARK PLACE" (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2815881
1502 4160 SARDIS Street Burnaby V5H 1K2
$549,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2815881
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 780 sq. ft.
Rarely available 1 bdrm plus flex unit central park nearby. central park place-a well managed complex located in west part of dynamic Metrotown-the heart of great van has upgraded sliding door windows, parkade, elevators, laundry in past years. The homeowners here possess no only advantages of fully equipped club house , gym, tennis court, swimming pool and sauna, also all benefits of convenience: steps to sky train, community services, shopping, recreation , high-ranking school, etc. Living in this homey unit , you enjoy the spacious rooms, flexibility of layout, abundant natural light, spectacular view of park, mountain and city. Interior kept in pristine condition except newly installed faucets. More detailsListed by Nu Stream Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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