The City of Vancouver is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Located on Canada's Pacific Coast in the province of British Columbia, Vancouver is one of North America’s most beautiful cities, with breathtaking landscapes, cultural vibrancy, and economic potential. Metro Vancouver is also the largest metropolitan centre in Western Canada, with a total population of 2.6 million.
Having garnered the reputation as one of the most livable cities in the world based on education, health care, culture, environment, stability and infrastructure, Vancouver’s international profile continues to surge. Vancouver has a rich and diverse culture that is a combination of the Pacific outdoor lifestyle, Indigenous heritage and Asian influence. The city’s multiculturalism is reflected in character neighbourhoods and a lively food and dining scene.
Natural surroundings offer limitless opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as hiking and mountain biking in the summer and skiing at nearby Whistler Blackcomb in the winter as well as in the local North Shore mountains - Cypress, Grouse and Seymour. For cycling enthusiasts, Vancouver has more than 450 kilometers of dedicated bike lanes and cycling is the city’s fastest-growing mode of transportation.
The city also boasts world-class education with top-ranking universities such as the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University, which offer advanced programs that are highly regarded throughout the world. The Vancouver School Board (VSB) administers numerous elementary and secondary schools, providing a range of educational options, including International Baccalaureate programs, French immersion and specialized arts and technology curricula.
