West Vancouver Community Information
Looking for general information about community info here in West Vancouver. These listings will help you find out about things like the West Vancouver Library, North Shore Hospitals, Permits and Licenses and various other government/community related contacts. Information provided by the District of West Vancouver - call (604) 925-7000 to contact them directly.
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Licences
West Vancouver Licences
Dog, business and general licences for special events, etc.
Contact Bylaw Services: 604-925-7152.
West Vancouver Ambleside Youth Centre
A place where teens can come together to be creative, have fun and pass the time with others their own age. The Centre is supervised and ensures that all participants are accounted for and encouraged to enjoy the facility and it’s resources.
Located in Ambleside Park beside the S.P.C.A.
1018 Marine Drive, West [...]
West Vancouver Marine Distress
Contact Search & Rescue – Canadian Coast Guard
Emergency: 1-800-567-5111
West Vancouver Dogs, Dog Licenses and Dog Parks
Licence fees are due January 1st. A pamphlet regarding leash laws and park areas for dog exercise is available from the Parks and Community Services Dept, the S.P.C.A and local pet stores. Also see our heading under Animals and S.P.C.A
Parks and Services Permits and Licences:
604-925-7152
West Vancouver Signs and Banners
Contact the Permits & Licences Department for policies and locations.
For permanent signs, call 604-925-7152
For temporary signs and banners, call 604-925-7242
West Vancouver Taxes
Tax payment deadline is the 2nd business day in July. Please contact 604-925-7032 for the exact day. Utility rates(sewer/water/garbage/recycling] are billed separately and are due on the 2nd business day in March. Metered rates are billed quarterly. Please contact 604-925-7032 for the exact day.
Payment of taxes can be made:
Through most financial institutions Internet or [...]
West Vancouver Highways
The Sea to Sky (Hwy #99), the Upper Levels Highway (Hwy. #1) and the Lion’s Gate Bridge are under Provincial jurisdiction, please call the Ministry of Transportation and Highways:
604-990-5200.
Lion’s Gate Hospital
Lion’s Gate serves the City and District of North Vancouver, the District of West Vancouver, the Village of Lions Bay and Bowen Island Municipality.
The Hospital provides a full range of general and many specialized acute care services. A recognized trauma centre, the hospital has 335 beds, seven operating rooms, and a variety of diagnostic [...]
West Vancouver Foundation
The West Vancouver Foundation was created to develop projects which further enrich the life of the Municipality and ensure that its one-of-a-kind character is both preserved and enhanced for generations to come.
604-925-8153
Tree Maintenance in West Vancouver
The Municipality may also have jurisdiction regarding trees on private property by way of restrictive covenants or land use contracts. There is no bylaw restricting the height of trees on either private or municipal property. The good-neighbour policy is recommended.
For queries regarding cutting down or trimming trees on Municipal land, contact [...]
Municipal Voter’s Information
West Vancouver Clerk’s Office
604-925-7003
BC Provincial – Registrar
604-660-6848
Federal – Elections Canada
1-800-267-8683.
West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
1846 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC
The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce was incorporated on April 1, 1952 and is involved in many ways with the businesses and the citizens of West Vancouver.
604-926-6614
West Vancouver Schools
West Vancouver School District
1075 – 21st Street, West Vancouver, B.C.
Phone 604-981-1000
Sexual Assualt
Please report any altercation of this type to Police.
1330 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC
Police Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-Emergency: 604-925-7300
Rape Crisis Centre: 604-255-6344
Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter: 604-872-8212
Smoking in West Vancouver
Smoking is prohibited in all Municipal facilities and public places in West Vancouver. The North Shore Health Region enforces the Clean Indoor Air and Smoking Regulation Bylaw #4021.
For more information, contact the Manager, Social Services at 604-925-7200
West Vancouver Planning
Economic and Physical, contact Planning, Lands and Permits
604-925-7055
West Vancouver Parks and Community Services
Pamphlets regarding parks, trails, the seawalk, golf courses, cycle routes, dog runs, etc., are available at Municipal Hall. Brochures listing programs are available at all recreation facilities and are mailed to every household twice a year.
Parks cannot be booked for a function, for example, a private picnic. They are available [...]
West Vancouver Transit Blue Bus
For schedule and after hours pre-recorded information:
604-985-7777
Family Services of the North Shore
Established to assist families in need. Various options are available, please contact the office at the number below for more details:
1410 Clyde Avenue, West Vancouver, BC
604-926-7851
Community Arts Council and The Silk Purse
1570 Argyle Avenue
Information and assistance for artists and the public on cultural matters.
604-925-7292
West Vancouver Historical Society
680 – 17th Street, West Vancouver, BC
Also known as Gertrude Lawson House. See Museum and Archives for additional information.
604-925-7299
North Shore Health Region
Plans, co-ordinates and oversees health services funded by the Ministry of Health. The Health Officer ensure compliance with public health laws within the Region.
604-984-3841
West Vancouver Construction and Development Info
Queries regarding regulations, zoning, permits, licences and inspections will be answered by the Permits and Licences Department:
604-925-7040
For soil, driveway, creeks, blasting and street occupancy permits, contact the Engineering Department:
604-925-7020
For Development Applications and zoning regulations, contact the Planning Department:
604-925-7055
Probation and Family Court Services
Located in North Vancouver at the Court House Building
200 – East 23rd Street
604-984-4514
Graffiti Removal in West Vancouver
Please report any graffiti to the Engineering Department at the Municipal Hall. Individuals will be prosecuted if caught defacing public property in West Vancouver.
604-925-7020.
West Vancouver Senior’s Activity Centre
695 – 21st Street, West Vancouver, BC
Meet new people, enjoy activities (games, exercises, leisure programs and specialty courses). A monthly newsletter is published outlining upcoming events and programs. The Senior’s Centre is a popular and convenient location for mature people to gather on a regular basis and take advantage of the [...]
Trains in West Vancouver
For queries regarding schedule information, noise, weed control, etc, please contact B.C. Rail:
604-986-2012
Canadian Coast Guard
The Pacific Region’s Coast Guard carries out its responsibilities over 27,000 km of coastline, throughout Yukon Territory and British Columbia in a wide variety of work including maintaining aids to navigation, search and rescue, fisheries patrol and research duties. Marine pollution monitoring and clean-up, channel sounding, scientific studies and projects are also part [...]
West Vancouver Health Services
990-22nd Street, West Vancouver, BC
The West Vancouver Community Health Centre is operated by the North Shore Health Region. It provides community health services, nursing activities, services for seniors, immunization clinics, mental health services, environmental health, educational programs, etc.
604-904-6200
West Vancouver Sports Fields
Numerous fields and surfaces are found in West Vancouver for personal, amateur and professional usage. Some fields include artificial lighting and grass. The public is encouraged to use all playing fields as time and scheduling permit. The same applies to the public tennis courts in West Vancouver.
For closures call: 604-925-7209 for a [...]
Noise Complaints in West Vancouver
Construction noise is restricted Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (*Construction noise is not allowed on Sunday or Statutory Holidays) The North Shore Health Region can assist with measuring noise levels.
To submit a formal complaint, please contact the Bylaws Department at:
604-925-7152
Please contact the number below for more information or to report an incident.
Toll free at 1-800-663-3456
West Vancouver Police
The District of West Vancouver has it’s own police force. The West Vancouver Police are located at the entrance to Ambleside and are responsible for all local policing within the District. Their duties include acting on crime reports, traffic accident investigations, researching missing persons, gang control and general keeping of the peace. The [...]
West Vancouver Community Centres
Our local fitness centres and Community Pool are comprised of the best in facilities and staff for your enjoyment. A full Leisure Guide is published every year that highlights all of the programs from aqua exercise to yoga and everything in between including ice hockey, gymnastics and drop-in activities.
Aquatic Centre:
604-925-7210, 776 22nd [...]
Capilano View Cemetery West Vancouver
For plot, burial, cremation information or documents, please contact Parks and Community Services:
1490 3rd Street, West Vancouver
604-925-7007
West Vancouver Bylaw Enforcement
Whether it’s noisy neighbours, an unsightly property or a vehicle that is improperly parked the Bylaw Department is who you need to contact. Bylaw officers are located within the West Vancouver Police building.
24 Hours:
604-925-7152
Public Firearms in West Vancouver
It is illegal to discharge a firearm of any kind within the District of West Vancouver without permission of the Chief Constable.
For more information call: 604-925-7300
West Vancouver Senior’s Citizens Special Services
Programs include: counselling; income tax assistance; help with government documents/Gains/OAS and legal information by appointment. Located in the Senior’s Activity Centre .
604-925-7281
West Vancouver Museum and Archives
680 -17th Street, West Vancouver, BC
Located in the historic Gertrude Lawson House, the Museum & Archives features ever changing exhibitions, public programmes, a gift shop and archives.
For current exhibitions, hours of operation, school programmes or research inquiries, please contact the Museum.
604-925-7295
West Vancouver Crisis Centre
Emotional crises; physical and mental abuse; suicide prevention, 24 hour distress line.
Please call if you need help, we are here for you:
604-872-3311
West Vancouver Memorial Library
Over the years, our Library has morphed and grown into a very high quality resource that is loved by a large number of local residents of all ages.
Open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Loans include [...]
West Vancouver Building Permits
For Building, electrical and plumbing permits contact the Permits and Licencing Department:
604-925-7040 or 604-925-7041 (24 Hr Inspection Line)
West Vancouver Victim Services
Assisting with emotional support, explanation of police and court proceedings, police file progress information, crime prevention information and referrals.
Please contact West Vancouver Police
604-925-7468
West Vancouver Raffles and Ticket Sales
A lottery registration number is necessary if tickets are being sold on the street or as a business.
Contact the West Vancouver Police
604-925-7300
BC Ferries Information
For passenger fares, schedule and travel tips, please call the B.C. Ferry Corporation at 1-888-223-3779. Additional information about ferries available on our transportation page.
West Vancouver Water and Sewer
For water and sewer trouble, contact the Trouble Line at 604-925-7100
Information about water and sewer easements is available from the Engineering Department at the Municipal Hall.
604-925-7020.
West Vancouver Recycling
Bluebox curbside pickup is the same day as garbage collection. Newspaper, food and beverage cans, glass bottles, plastic, pop bottles and milk containers are all acceptable. A drop off depot is located in North Vancouver (75 Riverside Dr.) that will accept a greater range of recyclables.
Call 604-981-3124 for information
Recycling Coordinator for West Vancouver: [...]
West Vancouver Golf Courses
Two District operated facilities are available:
Ambleside Par 3 – 1200 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
604-922-3818
Gleneagles Golf Course – 6190 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
604-921-7353
West Vancouver Animals and S.P.C.A
West Vancouver families love their pets. The Dog Walk along the East side of Ambleside Beach and Park is a local favorite for getting some exercise with your four-legged friend. The local Pound is run by the S.P.C.A and is located behind the playing fields in Ambleside Park. Volunteers walk dogs [...]
West Vancouver Children’s Helpline
Children and youth are encouraged to call the Helpline for assistance and support with abusive matters including family issues and bullying. Help is only a phone call away…
Please call:
604-310-1234 or alternatively, call the operator by dialing “0″ and ask for Zenith 1234
West Vancouver District Real Estate – Land Purchases
Please contact the District of West Vancouver directly at (604) 925-7000
Skateboards and Rollerblades in West Vancouver
Try Ambleside Park for boarding and blading. Basketball and Tennis courts are in the Park too. Skateboards and rollerblades are prohibited on public roads.
If someone is riding on the street, please contact the Police Department.
604-925-7300
North and West Vancouver Emergency Program
North and West Vancouver share the official Emergency and Disaster preparedness program. Please contact the number below in the event of an major accident or public warning that effects a large amount of the local population.
47 East 14th Street, North Vancouver, BC
604-983-7440
West Vancouver Sprinkling Regulations
Restrictions are in place June 1st to September 30th. Even-numbereds premises on Wednesdays and Saturdays; Odd-numbered on Thursdays and Sundays. may water their lawns and gardens. Hours: 4am to 9am and 7pm to 10pm. Hand watering and sprinkling of vegetable gardens, shrubs and flowers are all unrestricted. Violations carry fines of up [...]
West Vancouver Ferry Building Art Gallery
The Ferry Building is a charming, little gallery that is rich in history. Some of the highlights include paintings, photographs and sculptures provided by local artists. There is always an exhibit or event to attend at the Ferry Building. A friendly and knowledgeable staff always make a visit to the [...]
North Shore Search and Rescue
A treasured and respected community resource that assists with severe lost and found cases within our local mountains, waterways and extreme terrain.
604-983-7441
West Vancouver Youth Outreach Program
Provides services and programs for youth in West Vancouver
604-925-7233
West Vancouver Roads
For all information and reporting related to local streets and byways, please contact the numbers below.
Emergency: 604-925-7100
Non-Emergency: 604-925-7101
West Vancouver Garbage Collection
All solid waste (garbage, yard trimmings and recycling) is collected on the same day each week with the exception of holidays. During holidays, the service schedule is moved forward one day for the remainder of the week. Please note that there is a 2 can limit for garbage, and all solid waste [...]
West Vancouver Traffic and Street Lights
Contact the Engineering Department
604-925-7020
For information on Taylor Way, please call the Ministry of Highways
604-990-5200
Complete A-Z Listings - Community Info, Library, Police, Recreation
Please scroll through the list and click on the individual listing links for address, phone, email, maps and more information.
Community Arts Council and The Silk Purse
Construction and Development Info
Family Services of the North Shore
Noise Complaints in West Vancouver
North and West Vancouver Emergency Program
Probation and Family Court Services
Public Firearms in West Vancouver
Senior’s Citizens Special Services
Skateboards and Rollerblades in West Vancouver
Spills and Dangerous Goods in West Vancouver
Sprinkling and Water Regulations
Tree Maintenance in West Vancouver
West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
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