Category: Vancouver

HMS Discovery. HMS Discovery was a Royal Navy ship launched in 1789 and best known as the lead ship in George Vancouver’s exploration of the west coast of North America in his famous 1791-1795 expedition. What were the names of George Vancouver’s ships? In 1792 Captain George Vancouver began a detailed survey of the Coast […]

Vancouver, Canada’s third-largest city, is cut off from the rest of the country by land after days of storms caused flooding and mudslides that have blocked major highways and rail lines. Is Vancouver still cut off by road? There is currently no way to drive between Vancouver and the rest of Canada. The Lower Mainland […]

Additionally, data from both Sperling’s and Numbeo suggests that Vancouver boasts lower prices for most everyday expenses, ranging from healthcare to transportation. Unlike Portland, Vancouver does have a sales tax, as well as slightly higher property tax rates. However, Vancouver doesn’t have an income tax. Is Vancouver more expensive than Portland? You would need around […]

At least two jurisdictions have implemented recent restrictions on fossil fuel heating: Vancouver: Starting Jan. 1, 2022, equipment for space and hot water heating in new low-rise residential buildings must be zero emissions. By 2025, all new and replacement heating and hot water systems must be zero emissions. Is natural gas going to be phased […]

Vancouver is a world leader in climate change and sustainability policy, with over-arching strategies in place, like the Greenest City Action Plan and the Renewable City Strategy, which aims to use 100% renewable energy in Vancouver by 2050, and specific programs by the Vancouver Economic Commission, like Thriving What is Vancouver doing for the environment? […]

If you are a curbside customer (i.e. you bring your recycling individually to the curb using bins, bags or carts, including multi-family complexes with four or less units) please contact Recycle BC’s curbside collection partner, GFL Environmental (Smithrite), at 604-282-7966. How do you put out recycling in Vancouver? Space your green bin and garbage so […]

George Vancouver was an important explorer of Puget Sound. He served for 25 years in the British Navy, and commanded the 1791-1792 British expedition to the North Pacific. In April 1792, George Vancouver entered the Strait of Juan de Fuca and commenced his exploration of Puget Sound. Why did George Vancouver explore Washington state? George […]

Curbside Recycling You are a curbside customer if you bring your own recycling to the curb using boxes and bags, and includes multi-family buildings with four units or less. Recycling Collection Questions? Recycle BC’s curbside collection contractor in the City of Vancouver is GFL Environmental (Smithrite). How do you recycle in Vancouver? Set your bins […]

Recycling – the following items can be put out for curbside pick-up: Mixed Containers include most plastic containers, cartons and paper cups (including rinsed paper to-go cups and lids), aluminum, and steel containers. Don’t forget you can return many glass bottles, Tetra Paks and aluminum cans for a deposit. Does BC actually recycle plastic? Recycle […]

Distance from Vancouver to Alberta The shortest distance (air line) between Vancouver and Alberta is 427.91 mi (688.66 km). The shortest route between Vancouver and Alberta is 641.39 mi (1,032.22 km) according to the route planner. The driving time is approx. 13h 33min. How far is Alberta from Vancouver by bus? The distance between Vancouver […]