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 extends season at Kitsilano Pool by an extra week
August 27 2025 - With continued warm, summery weather in the forecast, the Park Board will be keeping Kitsilano Pool open longer this season.
VanDusen Botanical Garden celebrates 50 blooming years
August 19 2025 - VanDusen Botanical Garden is marking a major milestone this summer, celebrating 50 years on Saturday, August 30 from 10 am to 5 pm.
Unpermitted African Descent Festival at English Bay
August 8 2025 - We are aware that event organizers plan to proceed with an unpermitted African Descent Festival at English Bay Beach Park this weekend.
