Many visitors to Burnaby, BC aren't sure where Burnaby begins and Vancouver ends. Very few places feel both urban and suburban, but Burnaby pulls it off effortlessly! Residents move easily throughout the city and into surrounding areas; with more than 10 accessible SkyTrain stations it's easy to see why!
Snuggled between the Burrard Inlet to the north and the Fraser River to the south, Burnaby has a fair share of water views to enjoy. Freshwater lakes Deer Lake and Burnaby Lake, along with the Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area, Central Park and Byrne Creek Ravine Park (among others) offer residents an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy outdoor activities.
Nearly 225,000 people call Burnaby home. Popular with families, students, and professionals, Burnaby has exactly what you need: World-famous shopping at Metrotown, golf courses, community centres, live theatre, well-stocked public libraries, historical and cultural centres, arenas, sports fields, universities, places of worship, and services dedicated to seniors and youth.
Some neighbourhoods in Burnaby are more than 100 years old. While popular with southeast Asians, Burnaby is truly a multicultural city with culinary choices that will make you hungry just thinking about it. It's truly a fantastic place to call home!
