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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202 9319 UNIVERSITY Crescent in Burnaby: Simon Fraser Univer. Condo for sale in "Harmony at the Highlands" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2751179
202 9319 UNIVERSITY Crescent Burnaby V5A 4Y5 
$570,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2751179
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 858 sq. ft.
Welcome to Harmony at the Highlands built by Polygon. Convenient ground floor location with southern exposure. Bright spacious 2 Bedroom + 2 Full Bathroom home on over 850 sq.ft. with a great large, private patio. Primary Bedroom offers full ensuite with soaker tub, walk-in closet and extra flex area. Enjoy your cozy evenings by your gas fireplace (+ Gas Range). Building amenities include secured underground parking (close to elevator), bike storage and gym. Great walkable community. Extremely close to SFU, public transport, library, parks and trails, and less than two minutes’ walk to University Highlands Elementary School and daycares. And less than a five-minute walk to shops, cafes, restaurants and more. Two pets allowed. Great home for an owner occupier or for investment. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3007 4808 HAZEL Street in Burnaby: Forest Glen BS Condo for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2735786
3007 4808 HAZEL Street Burnaby V5H 0A2
$569,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2735786
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 548 sq. ft.
Stunning unobstructed 30th floor south facing views of mountain, river and city! Centrepoint built by Intracorp is premium luxury living in a great location. Literally steps away from Metrotown, Crystal Mall, Newly built restaurant row, Skytrain/bus station, Bonsor Community Complex and Central Park! The unit features modern kitchen with granite slab countertops, porcelain tile flooring in entry, kitchen and bathrooms, laminate floor, a floating electric fireplace. Amenities include roof top garden, party/billiard room, fully equipped recreation/exercise, & sauna/steam room. Bright south facing unit is rarely available. Come to see for yourself! 1 parking and 1 locker included. Open House Sunday Jan 29, 2023 2pm to 4pm. More detailsListed by Magsen Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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414 7088 14TH Avenue in Burnaby: Edmonds BE Condo for sale (Burnaby East) : MLS®# R2740566
414 7088 14TH Avenue Burnaby V3N 0E7
$569,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2740566
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 592 sq. ft.
The perfect penthouse unit at Red Brick. Burnaby central location short walking distance to Edmond Skytrain Station, closed to Highgate Shopping Mall, school and Parks. Quiet unit facing Garden courtyard. Bright, functional layout, spacious 1 bedroom plus den. Extra high ceiling in living room. Building amenities include: exercise centre, TV lounge, meeting room, outdoor BBQ and children's play area. Open House at 2-4pm on Sunday 12th February. More detailsListed by Laboutique Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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201 4625 GRANGE Street in Burnaby: Forest Glen BS Condo for sale (Burnaby South) : MLS®# R2728602
201 4625 GRANGE Street Burnaby V5H 1R1
$568,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2728602
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 727 sq. ft.
INCREDIBLE in this HUGE one bedroom and den unit which can accommodate house-size furniture. this building has been totally renovated both inside and outside, perfect for investment and live-in. LIVE IN OR RENT NOW, MAKE PROFIT LATER. The den is ideal as a computer room. Sunny, west-facing large deck plus a common rooftop deck with spectacular view! END UNIT with newer hardwood-like laminate floors, light fixtures, countertops, sinks, faucets, drapes, baseboards and fresh paint. The bedroom has double mirrored closets and a semi-ensuite bathroom. SUPER location close to Metrotown, Skytrain and Central Park. 1 parking and 1 locker. More detailsListed by Unilife Realty Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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406 3738 NORFOLK Street in Burnaby: Central BN Condo for sale in "WINCHELSEA" (Burnaby North) : MLS®# R2717108
406 3738 NORFOLK Street Burnaby V5G 4V4
$549,900Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2717108
- Bedrooms:
- 1
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 720 sq. ft.
Welcome to the highly sought-after Winchelsea. This PENTHOUSE with 720 sq ft open plan and bright unit is professionally renovated and includes new flooring, New Paint, newer bathroom, S/S appliances, Includes 1 parking spot and storage locker. 1 BLOCK AWAY TO VANCOUVER !!!few blocks to Cascades Elementary School Close proximity to BCIT, transit, shopping, parks and Hwy 1, Superstore, Walmart. Hot water and Gas are included in the maintenance fee! Don't miss this opportunity! This one won't last!! Easy to show. More detailsListed by Sutton Centre Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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