What's new
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) within Vancouver
We have closed or limited public access to a number of our facilities to curb the potential spread of COVID-19. However, many City services are available online, by phone, or by appointment.
Help protect our waste collection staff
Put all personal hygiene products, used tissues, sanitary wipes, paper towels, napkins, cleaning cloths, face masks, gloves, and similar items in plastic garbage bags and secure tightly.
Report it with VanConnect
Report abandoned garbage, burnt out street light, and more with VanConnect.
Awards of Excellence nominations open
Nominate someone for the Awards of Excellence. The Awards of Excellence recognizes outstanding achievements made by individuals and organizations.
Deadline for nominations is April 17 at 5pm.
Tune in to the Stanley Park Heron Cam
The Pacific Great Blue Herons have returned to their colony at Stanley Park for their 20th year.
Tune in to the Park Board’s Heron Cam to get a bird's eye view of these beautiful birds.
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, and 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.
