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Being a responsible dog owner
Your dog must have a valid licence and be under control at all times in Vancouver.
Off-leash is only allowed in designated areas. Leashing protects your dog, others, and the environment.
Apply for a Cultural Grant Program project grant
The Communities and Artists Shifting Culture grant supports short-term arts and cultural projects by non-profits, charities, co-ops, and local First Nations.
Deadline: October 22, 2025.
Share your thoughts: 2026 Budget
We want your feedback on priorities for the 2026 Budget. Your input will help inform Council’s review of the draft budget in December.
Survey closes: September 14
Stay safe in the heat
The heat has arrived. Find out where to keep cool and how to protect yourself during hot weather. Check on others frequently.
Watering restrictions
Watering restrictions limit lawn watering for homes and businesses to 1 day per week. These restrictions are in effect until October 15 and watering outside these times may result in fines.
Parks, recreation, and culture
Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of Vancouver’s urban landscape.
Visit Stanley ParkAbout Vancouver
Housing
We're creating a city of communities that cares about its people, environment, and opportunities to live, work, and prosper.
Walk, bike, roll, transit
More people than ever choose to walk, bike, roll, and take transit to get around. Find out how we support these active ways of getting around.
Home, property, and development
Building and renovating
Get building permits and guidelines to keep your building and renovation projects up to code and on track.
Urban planning, zoning, and development
We considers the implications of a wide range of social, economic, physical, and environment issues on the liveability of Vancouver.
Your government
Vancouver City Council
Vancouver City Council is made up of the Mayor and 10 councillors who are elected at large for a four-year term.
Public consultation
Find out all the ways that you can join the conversation about the issues that matter the most to you.
