Vancouver

Explore Vancouver's municipal government structure and services

Vancouver

Vancouver

By Sea, Land, and Air We Prosper

Population

675,000

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About Vancouver

Vancouver is a coastal seaport city in western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. It is consistently named as one of the top five worldwide cities for livability and quality of life. Vancouver is renowned for its majestic natural beauty, as it is nestled between the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Municipal Government

Vancouver is governed by the Vancouver City Council, consisting of 10 councillors elected at-large, and the mayor. The mayor serves as the head of the council and chief executive officer of the city.

Key Services

  • Public transportation (TransLink)
  • Waste management and recycling
  • Parks and recreation
  • Public libraries
  • Emergency services
  • Urban planning and development
  • Cultural services

City Services

Explore the various services provided by the Vancouver municipal government.

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City Council

Learn about Vancouver's city council and local governance structure.

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