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City government and citizens work hand-in-hand to make Burnaby a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community. Meet your mayor and council, learn about our city departments and browse for information about elections, bylaws and financial reports.
City of Burnaby is located on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim speaking peoples. We are grateful for the opportunity to be on this territory.
Get to know Burnaby—read fun facts, learn our history and more. Burnaby is a city in British Columbia, Canada. Located in the centre of Metro Vancouver, it’s the third-largest city in the province with over 249,000 residents.
All businesses in Burnaby, whether commercial, home-based or a residential rental (including short-term rentals), require a valid business licence. A business is any commercial or industrial undertaking, including those who provide professional, personal or other services.
Sep 17, 2024 · The City of Burnaby will host unforgettable Halloween experiences this fall with the return of the Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum along with the return of the biggest Halloween party in the city—Central Spark.
Jul 1, 2024 · Celebrate and connect with our families, neighbours and friends! There’s something for everyone at our 3 free Canada Day celebrations that showcases the best of Burnaby’s incredible diverse community. Join us for multicultural entertainment, games, activities, food, live performances and fireworks!
Property taxes are one of the ways the City of Burnaby collects revenue to pay for City services. The amount you pay is based on your property assessment, taxes set by Burnaby City Council and taxes we collect for services provided by other taxing authorities such as the Province of BC.
Burnaby is located on the ancestral, and unceded territory of the hən̓ ̓qəmin̓ əm̓ and Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh speaking peoples. Before Burnaby existed, its lands were home to the ancestors of several local Central Coast Salish Nations. Today, their descendants continue to live in Burnaby and the adjacent municipalities that
Burnaby's beautiful parks welcome you. We're a city of ocean shores, rivers, mountains, lakes, wilderness areas and neighbourhood greenspaces–visit our parks and enjoy all we have to offer. We have over 150 great parks across Burnaby to share with you.
Short-term rentals are units homeowners can rent out for a maximum of 90 days per calendar year. These include vacation rentals listed on online platforms such as Airbnb® and Vrbo®. Anyone who wishes to operate a short-term rental in Burnaby must first obtain a business licence. Where are short-term rentals restricted in Burnaby?
