West Vancouver
West Vancouver on the North Shore
The Canadian City of West Vancouver in the Province of British Columbia is a member municipality of Metro Vancouver, the Greater Vancouver Regional District Government. West Vancouver is northwest of the City of Vancouver on the north shore of English Bay and adjoins the municipality of North Vancouver across the Capilano River to the east where the Lions Gate Bridge over the Burrard Inlet connects both North and West Vancouver to Vancouver to the south.
The 2011 Census reported a West Vancouver population of 42,694, virtually unchanged from 42,131 in 2006, 22 percent aged 65 or older compared to 13 percent for the remainder of the province. What Canadians call “visible minorities,” mostly Asian, also account for 22 percent.
History
Captain George Vancouver and his crew from HMS Discovery were the first Europeans to chart Burrard Inlet in June 1792. Many more Europeans came in the mid-19th Century Fraser River Gold Rush, and by the 1860s large-scale logging operations were underway on the North Shore.
In 1909 the West Vancouver Transportation Company formed to operate regular ferry service across the inlet to Vancouver Harbour, in 1911 the Presbyterian Church at Dundarave established the first primary school in West Vancouver, and in 1912 West Vancouver separated from North Vancouver and incorporated as a municipality of about 1,500 citizens. In November 1938, the Lions Gate Bridge opened, and extensive population growth followed in the community previously accessible from Vancouver by ferry only. Some West Vancouver homes date to the 1920s and ’30s, but most are from the 1970s on.
Transportation
Transit and transport services are important to this relatively remote part of Metro Vancouver. The Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal at the western starting point of the Trans-Canada Highway is a main connection between the mainland and Vancouver Island. The Trans-Canada Highway continues east from Horseshoe Bay through West Vancouver into North Vancouver, over the Second Narrows Bridge through Eastside Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and points east to Atlantic Canada. Highway 99 runs concurrently with the Trans-Canada Highway as far as Taylor Way, where it diverges to the south and crosses the Lions Gate Bridge into Vancouver, Richmond, Delta, and points south to the USA.
The TransLink SkyTrain, the Metro Vancouver rail transit system, has not reached West Vancouver, but the Blue Bus, which began in 1912 and claims to be North America’s oldest municipal system in continuous operation, is part of the TransLink network under the ownership of the municipality. Blue Bus is one of two such contracting bus companies in Metro Vancouver; transfers are free between Blue Buses and other TransLink buses.
Information Links:
http://www.westvanchamber.com
http://westvancouver.ca/
http://westvancouver.ca/parks-recreation
http://westvancouver.ca/government/bylaws-strategies-reports/strategies-plans/official-community-plan
Park Royal Shopping Centre
On Marine Drive, West Vancouver’s main commercial drag, near the Lions Gate Bridge to Vancouver, the Park Royal Shopping Centre was Canada’s first in 1950. Enclosed in 1962 and expanded in 1978 and 2013, this mall of several department stores and hundreds of retailers large and small is a major regional Blue Bus and TransLink terminal.
Recreation
West Vancouver has an 18-hole golf course, a pool, an ice rink, basketball and tennis courts, skateboard zones, and numerous landscaped public parks. Cypress Provincial Park, a 2010 Winter Olympics venue mostly within municipal limits, has mountain biking trails and a large ski/snowboard facility. Cypress Mountain became popular with skiers and mountain cyclists in the 1970s and 1980s. Whytecliff Park near Horseshoe Bay is one of the best places in Western Canada for scuba diving.
New West Vancouver Live MLS Listings
West Vancouver on the North Shore
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2276 BOULDER Court in West Vancouver: Whitby Estates House for sale : MLS®# R2852278
2276 BOULDER Court West Vancouver V7S 3J6 
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2852278
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,200 sq. ft.
THE BOULDERS" subdivision at CDS in Prestige WHITBY ESTATE. This quality built West Coast Craftsman architectural home offers 3 bedroom & 5 bath on 3 levels living. Smart alternative downsizing from mansion OR upscale from condo. Grand foyer, graceful hardwood hallway to living room. Gourmet kitchen, dinning & family room are interconnected. Granite counter, marble fireplace. Stainless steel Viking appliances. south facing views of City, Water & Lions Gate Bridge. The entire upper level is a lavish master suite with deck & porch. Lower level has 2 bedroom are ensuite, completes with recreation room & gas fireplace. Level driveway, low maintenance garden. Close to Chartwell School/Collingwood School. Pleasure to show ! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6226 SUMMIT Avenue in West Vancouver: Gleneagles House for sale : MLS®# R2855199
6226 SUMMIT Avenue West Vancouver V7W 1Y2
$3,680,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2855199
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,350 sq. ft.
West Coast living! This sprawling home maximizes gorgeous vistas from every window.With a comprehensive architectural renovation, the living spaces flow naturally together for elegant entertaining & luxurious everyday enjoyment. A gourmet kitchen w/ enormous picture window view framing mature lush green scaping, enhanced in the evening by dramatic lighting, a whimsical visual feast. From the glorious ocean views to the mature landscaped grounds, this 22,000sq.ft. estate will be a dream to come home to every single day! Grand great room, separate family room+ den on main, 4 beds up, decks, views forever. Resort like neighbourhood features Gleneagles Golf Course & Rec. Centre, Gleneagles Elementary School & Horseshoe Bay Village, West Van Yacht Club & Marina & Caulfield Shopping Centre. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4570 WOODGREEN Court in West Vancouver: Cypress Park Estates House for sale : MLS®# R2844698
4570 WOODGREEN Court West Vancouver V7S 2V7
$3,668,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2844698
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,864 sq. ft.
Experience West Coast living at its finest in this stunning West Coast Modern home featuring a Bob Lewis Post and Beam Rancher/Bungalow of just over 2,000 SQ.FT. of flat one level living that has been designed and built to perfection with one of the most amazing views you can buy! The perfectly tailored floor plan allows for both openness and privacy. Enjoy one level living with the Master bedroom and ensuite located at one end of the home and the other 2 bedrooms on the opposite side allowing for the ultimate level of privacy. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home is located on perfectly landscaped lot with a flat driveway that is approx. Two-Thirds of an Acre. A stunning patio and heated pool that is perfect relaxation or entertainment - all year round. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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1343 TYROL Road in West Vancouver: Chartwell House for sale : MLS®# R2871701
1343 TYROL Road West Vancouver V7S 2L5 $3,648,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2871701
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 5,130 sq. ft.
This stunning British Properties estate is situated on a beautifully landscaped 14,283 SF lot - This spacious 6/ 7 bedroom,West Vancouver home has been carefully maintained, Owner occupied since day one. You will love the functional layout with an open living room, kitchen, di ning room and family room which flow onto the expansive sun- drenched deck, lots of custom woodwork done to this property along with a large custom Solarium. Property has spectacular views from Lions gate bridge across Burrard Inlet! Book your private showing before this one is gone! More detailsListed by Grand Central Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3548 CREERY Avenue in West Vancouver: West Bay House for sale : MLS®# R2864003
3548 CREERY Avenue West Vancouver V7V 2M1
$3,640,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2864003
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,100 sq. ft.
Prime building lot in the heart of West Bay, situated on prestigious "Creery Avenue". This south facing view lot is 12,251 sqft and gently sloped towards the water, offering plenty of privacy and incredible views of the city and water. Original home which is in liveable condition but also ideal for someone looking to build yet another multi-million dollar luxury residence. Walking distance to schools, beach, bus, trails and shopping! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Masters Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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