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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Keeping it wheel: new and improved China Creek Skatepark reopens for Vancouver’s growing skate community
October 11 2024 - The Park Board put the finishing touches on a newly upgraded China Creek Skatepark, reopening the facility for skaters of all ages and abilities.
Park Board approves next phase of work to mitigate public safety risks caused by hemlock looper in Stanley Park
October 9 2024 - Park Board Commissioners last night approved a detailed plan to address high-risk hemlock trees in Stanley Park killed by the hemlock looper.
Vancouver’s Alcohol on Beaches pilot wraps for the summer season
October 1 2024 - Alcohol consumption is no longer permitted on any of Vancouver’s beaches now that the Alcohol on Beaches pilot has concluded.
