General Information
Vancouver is a major city in Western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. As the most populous city in the province, the 2021 Canadian census recorded 662,248 people in the city, up from 631,486 in 2016. The Metro Vancouver area had a population of 2.6 million in 2021, making it the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada. Greater Vancouver, along with the Fraser Valley, comprises the Lower Mainland with a regional population of over 3 million. Vancouver has the highest population density in Canada, with over 5,700 inhabitants per square kilometre (15,000/sq mi), and the fourth highest in North America.
- Population: 675,000+ (City Proper)
- Area: 114 km²
- Coordinates: Latitude: 49.260833740234, Longitude: -123.11389160156
- Timezone: Timezone info not available
- Current Local Time: ailab
Downtown Vancouver
City streets, waterfront skylines, and everyday urban life.
Stanley Park & Waterfront
Seawalls, marinas, lost lagoon, and classic coastal views.
Gastown
Historic streets, the Steam Clock, and Vancouver’s oldest district.
Granville Island & False Creek
Public market scenes, bridges, and waterfront paths.
Capilano & Sea-to-Sky
Forest landmarks, aerial views, and day-trip scenery.
Latest Vancouver News
CBC | British Columbia News
Senior RCMP officer's 'no evidence' comment about India seems to contradict past statements
RCMP Deputy Commissioner Lisa Moreland says there is "no evidence" to link Indian government officials to crimes committed by Indian gangs that were investigated by U.S. and Canadian law enforcement, including the assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. That claim contradicts numerous past statements by other Canadian officials, including former prime minister Justin Trudeau and the RCMP's commissioner.
CBC | British Columbia News
Erratic winds, threat of lightning make Boston Bar firefighting efforts challenging, wildfire service says
One evacuee describes the scene as "an entire mountain disappearing in front of our eyes, trees looking like Q-Tips doused in gasoline just going up in flames."
CBC | Canada News
Members of First Nation destroyed by northwestern Ontario wildfire helped each other escape by boat
Namaygoosisagagun First Nation, also known as Collins First Nation, has been destroyed by a wildfire that spans over 350,000 hectares in northwestern Ontario. Community leaders spoke to CBC News about their harrowing journey by boat to safety as they call for support from the provincial and federal governments.
CBC | Canada News
Thunder Bay residents come together to support wildfire evacuees with toy drive, donation drop-offs
People in Thunder Bay are coming together to collect donations for wildfire evacuees in the city, including members of Namaygoosisagagun First Nation who have lost everything. Here's how the city is helping to navigating the evolving crisis, and what residents can do.
: BC
‘I feel so bad and so trapped’: Rogers customer falls victim to sophisticated delivery scam
The B.C. resident says back in February, she signed up for a new device through her Rogers app and added a new phone line to her account.
: BC
Metro Vancouver CAO Jerry Dobrovolny could be on his way out
During a closed board meeting on Thursday, Metro Vancouver directors requested the Chair, Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley, begin the process of relieving Dobrovolny of his duties.
: Canada
Applicants for child care operator licences in Saskatchewan say they’re being denied
The opposition party says parents are having a hard time finding a daycare close to their home, and what doesn't help... childcare license applications are being denied.
: Canada
More than $500M likely required annually for Calgary to meet affordable housing targets
The City of Calgary's housing strategy aims to build 3,000 new non-market housing units every year, which would bring the city to the national average.
Vancouver Sun
Vaughn Palmer: Federal agencies pass the buck on where a marine oil terminal could be built
VICTORIA — There was an awkward moment at the news conference Thursday where federal and port officials announced the latest step toward expanding container-handling at Roberts Bank. Read More
Vancouver Sun
B.C. wildfires: Signal Hill fire near Pemberton leads to evacuation order
A small wildfire near the Village of Pemberton has led to an evacuation order for the Signal Hill area and evacuation alerts for nearby residents. Read More
The Province
Another Canucks management lesson: The failure of Steve Yzerman
"Don't trade away your high picks." Read More
The Province
Canucks schedule: More games, less drama, new faces, more intrigue
It can't get any worse, right? Read More
Tara Pople paints her way through the Eastside Arts Festival
The Vancouver painter is teaching two workshops at Luppolo Brewing Co. as part of the festival.
Photos: David Lee Roth has some fun at the Vogue Theatre
Diamond Dave went all out with a tight band and some hellacious backup singers that were having the time of their lives.
BBC News
Trump alleges China meddled in 2020 election and questions voting security ahead of midterms
China said Trump's claims were fabricated and US Democrats said he was paving the way to undermine November's elections.
BBC News
Canada fires prompt US air quality alerts as smoke blankets major cities
Smoke from more than 800 blazes has filled major cities from Toronto and New York, to parts of the US Midwest and Great Lakes.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
US strikes destroy key bridges, tower in southern Iran
US strikes destroy key bridges, tower in southern Iran
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
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