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Adopt an older dog
We have a number of older dogs available for adoption at our shelter who will forever be grateful for a second chance with a family.
Easter holiday hours
City Hall will be closed Friday, April 7 to Monday, April 10 for Easter. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 11 at 8:30am.
View holiday hours for City Hall and recreation facilities.
Bunnies are not a good Easter gift
Many are abandoned at shelters and in the wild. Pets are a lot of responsibility – before you get one, be sure you can provide a fur-ever home.
Shape our Seniors Housing Strategy
Are you a Vancouver senior, Elder, adult 55+, or a caregiver? We want to hear from you.
Your feedback will help us understand the housing needs of seniors and adults 55+ in Vancouver.
Litter cleanup challenge
Conduct a cleanup anytime between March 22 to April 22.
You can use your own equipment or pick up a cleanup kit at any participating community centre or community policing centre.
Parks, recreation, and culture

Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of Vancouver’s urban landscape.
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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.