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Get public safety alerts
We are now using the Alertable app to issue public safety alerts.
Download the free app to receive alerts for significant emergencies where you may need to take urgent action.
VanDusen Festival of Lights
Come out to a botanical wonderland this holiday season with themed areas, tasty treats, and unique light features from November 24 to January 7 at VanDusen.
Buy tickets now.
Rules to operating a leaf blower
Did you know there are rules to operating a leaf blower in Vancouver?
Leaf blowers can be operated:
- In Vancouver, but not in the West End
- Only during certain times of the week
Bright Nights in Stanley Park
While the train tickets have sold out, the holiday lights, live entertainment, and food vendors will be open and are free:
- November 30 to January 1, 4pm to 10pm
- Closed December 25
Share accessibility barriers
We want to hear from anyone in Vancouver who:
- Experiences a barrier
- Witnesses someone experiencing a barrier
Your feedback will help us understand the barriers people face to remove them.
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.
