Welcome to Vancouver.
Vancouver is Canada's third largest city, but covers an area bigger than any other Canadian city, spreading out along the Pacific coast. It is a largely immigrant town - 52% of residents do not speak English as a first language. Livable and cosmopolitan, beautiful but easy to get around, it is probably one of the easiest cities in the world to fit in to and fall in love with! And while business life runs at a more relaxed pace than the Bay Area further south, it is nevertheless just as dynamic and creative.
Getting ThereNeed-to-know stuff, from visas to vaccinations to budget planning. Need to rent a car, find a hotel, a short-term apartment? Click through our listings. How safe is it, will it be a real culture shock? We’ll guide you through. Pets? You need to know the red tape.
Living ThereBest place to live? In exclusive Kitsilano or in the cultural heart of the city around Commercial drive? Do you own a car or can the SkyTrain serve your commuting needs? And what about a super-competent doctor, a dentist, an opthalmologist? How do I hook up a computer? We have the details.
Raising Kids ThereClue in on the best schools, their curricula and fees, childcare options and our recommendations for pediatricians. Vancouver is a great place to bring your kids out - outdoor activities, ice rinks and pools, zoos, restaurants. And for dressing them, we'll show you the best stores.
Playing ThereOkay, you’ve finished work, so now what? Vancouver offers a smorgasbord of sights and sounds but we'll help you pursue your interests - sightseeing, keeping fit, cinema, music, art, restaurants, nightclubs, spas, beauty salons.
Spouse Survival KitSo you are here with your partner? Does that mean you have to sit at home? Our survival kit helps you make the leap – form friendships, find work, join clubs, network, take courses, keep busy.
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