Community Information
Discover more about West Vancouver with these helpful resources.
get involved in the community
Opportunities for volunteering and civic engagement.
Have your say in what kind of community you live in! Ways citizens of West Vancouver can get involved in meaningful and positive ways, including participation on committee and working groups and in public consultations.
A database of local volunteer job opportunities maintained by NSCR. Pick from the list of highlights or search by keyword or topic.
NSEM is working with North Shore organizations to assess the kind of help our community needs during the Covid-19 pandemic. This page lists current opportunities to volunteer your time or make donations.
North Shore Community Resources and CityHive are teaming up again to launch the second cohort of the North Shore Young Citizens Forum (aka the Forum). This program aims to build young residents’ civic literacy, participation and leadership on the North Shore. The program will run virtually from October to December 2020 (usually on Thursday evenings). Visit the site for more information and to apply by September 20th, 2020.
on the shelf
Check these out the next time you’re in the Library.
History, planning documents, bylaws etc. for West Vancouver.
on the web
These recommended websites are free and easily accessible! All you need is an internet connection.
Search and compare BC property assessments online by address.
West Vancouver's official website provides current community news as well as access to council meeting agendas, bylaws, bus schedules, garbage & recycling calendars, maps, the recreational Leisure Guide, and much more.
Visit the West Vancouver District's "Be Involved" page for information about volunteering, joining committees and groups, and current engagement initiatives and opportunities.
Useful federal government website that website that provides information on risks within the community, how to create emergency plans, and how to obtain an emergency kit, among other valuable resources.
West Vancouver is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People, in particular the Squamish, Tsleil-Watuuth and Musqueam First Nations.
The official site of the Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm) Peoples of BC, with information about governance, lands, current events, and their social sector.
Provides legal information, support, referrals and advocacy services for residents of the North Shore. Also supplies Help's at Hand fact sheets and articles on over 200 legal topics.
NSEM is working with North Shore organizations to assess the kind of help our community needs during the Covid-19 pandemic. This page lists current opportunities to volunteer your time or make donations.
Great tips on how to create different emergency kits, prepare a household emergency plan, communicate during an emergency and much more.
The North Shore's community newspaper.
North Shore Community Resources and CityHive are teaming up again to launch the second cohort of the North Shore Young Citizens Forum (aka the Forum). This program aims to build young residents’ civic literacy, participation and leadership on the North Shore. The program will run virtually from October to December 2020 (usually on Thursday evenings). Visit the site for more information and to apply by September 20th, 2020.
West Vancouver is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People, in particular the Squamish, Tsleil-Watuuth and Musqueam First Nations.
The official site of the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) Nation, with access to current news and events as well as cultural and historical information.
West Vancouver is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People, in particular the Squamish, Tsleil-Watuuth and Musqueam First Nations.
The official site of the Tseil-Waututh Nation (formerly known as the Burrand Band), with information about their history, governance, businesses, lands, and community projects and events.
A membership-based organization that provides entrepreneurs and businesses with promotional services, networking and educational opportunities, sponsorship options, and more.
West Vancouver Immigrant Demographic Profile
Facts and figures from the Statistics Canada Census 2016, Census 2011, National Household Survey (NHS) 2011 and Census Profiles 2006, compiled by NewToBC. Link to PDF
The website of West Vancouver Schools, including links to the websites of its 14 elementary and 3 secondary institutions.
WestvancouverITE is an online forum for community outreach and engagement. It provides citizens a convenient way to participate in important community consultation. Learn about the issues, read what others are saying, and post your own response. The feedback received will be reviewed by District staff and Council and incorporated into the decision-making process.
West Vancouver's GIS web-based mapping site gives you access to property information, services, zoning, places of interest and so much more.