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Pick up free compost in May
Every weekend in May you can pickup 1 cubic metre (approximately a small loader bucket) of compost for free fee at the landfill. Proof of residency required.
Wildlife feeding regulations
Enjoy and observe wildlife from a safe distance. It's unsafe to feed wildlife. Anyone feeding wildlife, including coyotes, birds, rodents, squirrels, and raccoons may be fined $500.
Draft capital plan: share your thoughts
Our draft 2023-26 Capital Plan proposes $3.4 billion investment in City infrastructure and amenities over the next 4 years.
Tell us your priorities for investments.
Tune in to the Stanley Park heron cam
Watch the Pacific Great Blue Herons live from Stanley Park.
Tune in to our heron cam to get a bird's eye view of these beautiful birds and their expected new chicks.
COVID-19: Masking and vaccinations
Masks are no longer mandatory in all indoor public spaces. You're welcome to keep wearing masks. Proof of vaccination is no longer required for programs, events, and activities.
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.
