The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation looks after 250 public parks and beaches, VanDusen Botanical Garden, Bloedel Conservatory and a large public recreation system of community centres, pools, rinks, fitness centres, golf courses, street trees, marinas, sports fields, and playgrounds.
Our mission is to provide, preserve, and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit all people, communities, and the environment.
Situated on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish Nation, the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), we recognize the institution's colonial history and upholds a strong commitment to reconciliation and decolonization through greenspaces.
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Park Board begins final phase of Hemlock Looper mitigation work in Stanley Park
January 12 2026 - The third and final phase to address high-risk trees in Stanley Park impacted by the hemlock looper is beginning on January 13, 2026.
Bear the plunge: Join the 106th Polar Bear Swim
December 2 2025 - The Polar Bear Swim event, one of Vancouver's most beloved New Year’s traditions, is once again making a splash on January 1, 2026.
Renewal of General Brock Park caps off year of park improvements across Vancouver
November 27 2025 - Today, the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation welcomes residents and visitors to General Brock Park, following extensive improvements.
