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North Vancouver, British Columbia

Overlooking Burrard Inlet, backed by the Coast Mountains North Vancouver enjoys some of the best scenery in British Columbia's Lower Mainland. This area has most everything; alpine wilderness, canyons, rivers, ski facilities and great shopping. North Vancouver was incorporated in 1891 and became a city in 1907. It’s waterfront was one of the first on the Lower Mainland to be developed and still remains a very active port area.

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North Vancouver
Vancouver

The early sawmills of the 1860’s are long gone, and the North Vancouver area is now mainly residential and recreational. Both the city and the district of North Vancouver are well established areas, with lots of trees and west coast flavoured homes.

Accommodation/Adventure Providers

Bluewater Adventures: Come see why National Geographic thinks we are �One of the Wolds Best!� Quality wilderness and wildlife eco-adventures about 70� sailing and power vessels � our tours raise the profile of wildlife cruising in BC and Alaska. For small ship adventures off the ... more

Family Vacations BC.com: Relax in luxury family accommodations on the scenic North Shore just 25 minutes from downtown Vancouver. This vacation rental has a designer kitchen, washer, dryer, cable TV & all the comforts. Stay a weekend or longer & enjoy clean mountain air & great scene... more

Ocean Adventures: Ocean Adventures invites you to experience remote and spectacular BC locations while enjoying the luxury accommodations and gourmet cuisine aboard the 54-foot motor yacht the Great Bear ll. You will enjoy unparalleled wildlife viewing and whale watching. more

Whistler Mountaineer: Experience BC like never before aboard the Whistler Mountaineer train We offer spectacular scenery and impeccable service from a unique train on this exceptional and inspiring 3-hour Sea to Sky rail journey between Vancouver and Whistler. more

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City Information

Room Reservations in:
North Vancouver
Vancouver

Accommodations:
North Vancouver offers numerous motels and hotels, that vary in price, or you can enjoy a quaint and friendly bed and breakfast, or rent a condominium. A few campsites are available.

Population: 156,700 (1995)

Climate:
In summer temperatures average 17.3C (63.1F) and winter temperatures average 3.2C(38F)

Main Industries:
The city’s economy relies on the maritime industry and new to the scene is the technology industry. Business parks are being developed to accommodate the high-tech companies, that are starting up.

Access:
North Vancouver, on Hwy 99 is only 8km (5mi) north from downtown Vancouver, BC. To cross Burrard Inlet, Hwy 1 will take you over the Second Narrows Bridge, Hwy 99 travels the Lions Gate Bridge or take the Sea Bus to downtown Vancouver. From Vancouver Island take the BC Ferries ferry to Horseshoe Bay. The Vancouver International Airport is just a 35 minute drive to North Vancouver.

Recreation Facilities/Activities:
hiking; biking; good down hill and cross country skiing; fishing; a petting farm; forestry tours; dining; as well as shopping.

Local Attractions:
Maplewood Farms; Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park; Capilano Salmon Hatchery; Grouse Mountain and Skyride; Lynn Headwaters Regional Park; Lynn Canyon Park and Ecological Centre; Seymour Demonstration Forest and River Fish Hatchery; Mt. Seymour Provincial Park; Clam Chowder Contest (July); Caribbean Day Festival (July).

For Information:
North Vancouver Infocentre
131 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver, V7L 1C2
Telephone: (604) 987-4488 or Fax: (604) 987-8272