Getting Into and Around the City of Burnaby

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Getting into Burnaby is easy as the city is well linked with neighboring cities and municipalities such as Vancouver, Westmister, and Surrey. Travelers can reach the city by car or by public transit.

By car: Many parts of Burnaby can be reached by car in about 25 minutes.From Vancouver, take the Trans-Highway 1 or Highway 7 and 7A. Taxis to Burnaby are also available.

By bus: Many buses routes Burnaby from Vancouver. #19 starts in downtown Vancouver and stops at the Metrotown Mall. #10 Hastings connects Burrard Street (downtown Vancouver) to Brentwood Mall along Hastings Streeth. If you wish to go to Burnaby Heights area, take Bus #135 SFU from downtown Vancouver. Buses are available from 5am to 1am.  Regular bus fare is $3.75, but it is discounted to $2.50 after 6:30 pm, on weekends, and during public holidays.

By train: The Skytrain rapid transit service has several stations in Burnaby. There are two transit lines that cross the city and link it with nearby municipalities. One, the Expo Line, routes central and south Burnaby. The Millenium Line, on the other hand, follows Loughweed Highway and services the northern part of Burnaby.  Skytrain lines have allowed faster links from and to Vancouver, New Westminster, and Surrey. From downtown Vancouver to central Burnaby (Metrotown), travel time is about 20 minutes.

Getting around Burnaby: Skytrain has 11 stops in Burnaby. If you’re on the Expo Line, you can get off at Patterson, Metrotown, Royal Oak, or Edmonds. The Millenium Line stops at Gilmore, Brentwood Town Centre, Holdom, Sperling, Lake City, Production Way, and Lougheed Town Centre. To get to a shopping mall, restaurant, or other destinations, there are plenty of buses in Burnaby. Walking and biking are other popular means of getting around the city.

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Tips to Have a Fun Vacation

Whether you’re heading to or from Burnaby, looking ahead to a vacation is rather exciting. In order to maximize your vacation, there are some simple tips to ensure that this is possible. Take them into account to make the most of your upcoming trip.

One interesting idea is to make a list of “must see” spots. While you don’t want to get bogged down with too many tourist-like activities, chances are there are one or two things, at least, that you have to see. For instance, take Burnaby: you might want to visit the Burnaby Museum, which is looking to renovate, adding to its already important place in history.

Aside from the “big” must see locations, do a little bit of searching for unique places. Using a great search engine directory like Canada 411, for instance, could point you to some gems in the city. You might find a great restaurant for the family, zoos, parks, and other great ideas for the vacation.

You should also look into events for the time that you will be in the city. Burnaby has outdoor concerts and other events. Look at the event calendar of the city you are visiting to see what might be taking place. Many locations will have free events for every age and set of interests.

Plan some activities into your itinerary, but not too much. Leaving time to explore your destination, you will be able to enjoy the major points and hidden gems of your vacation spot.

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The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts

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The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts was formally opened in 1995. It is spread across an area of thirty five thousand square feet. It is a multi-purpose multi-complex building located in Deer Park Lake, Burnaby.

Being a place of culture and arts, performing artists perform here regularly. Dance performance, theatrical performances, and musical concerts are held frequently here. People from all over the country and the world congregate here to hear see, and feel these expressions of artistic interest.

This place has many areas that are dedicated for artistic exhibits. There are spaces for learning as well. Featuring numerous events all round they year, the Shadbolt Centre is full of events.

Located in pristine settings it has the most beautiful context for a fine art center. In the heart of Burnaby, and on the shores of Deer Lake Park, the Shadbolt Centre is nearby to Vancouver. On account of its proximity to Vancouver, a lot of people come from Vancouver to this art center.

Also located close-by is New Westminster and the North Shore. With so many places nearby, the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts is a central attraction in Burnaby. Well connected from all parts of Burnaby, the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts is located behind the Burnaby City Hall.

Since its inception, it has gathered recognition. Awarded the Canadian Wood Council Award of Merit, it stands out with its beautiful design. In the centre is an expansive atrium from where the length and breadth of Deer Lake can be viewed in great detail.
The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts is a place that you cannot miss.

 

 

 

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The Amazing City Of Burnaby

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Are you looking for a place where you can indulge in a plethora of fun-filled activities, enjoy shopping and fine dining? Then the city of Burnaby in Canada is just the perfect place. It offers you with a lot of options for various activities, be it golf or any other adventure sports.

Visitors can enjoy golfing amidst the tranquil settings at The Burnaby Mountain and the River way. One can simply relax, soak in the beauty of the place and enjoy a game of golf. The city also allows visitors to enjoy various adventure sports which include sailing, rollerblading, canoeing and kayaking. There are lot of small parks in the city which provides a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of the city. They also provide with numerous sports activities meant for people of all ages. Some of the places which the city boasts of are the Barnet Marine Park, BC Parkway and Highland Park and the Burnaby Foreshore Fraser Park.

Amongst the various attractions of the city, The Burnaby Museum is one of the most significant ones. The museum offers you the glimpse of the settings and life in the place during the 1920s. There is also the Burnaby Art Gallery which is famous for the magnificent exhibitions and events which it organizes. The Playground of the Ground sculpture is another important attraction which deserves a special visit. Tourists can explore the numerous sightseeing attractions which the city exhibits. All those amazing places will provide fodder for both the mind and the body.

For tourists interested in retail activities the city of Burnaby offers you some fine shopping options. There are some fine shopping malls which allow you to indulge in shopping sprees to the utmost. They are the one stop shop for all your shopping needs. There is also the heights Commercial District which offers you with fine dining options along with the traditional and ethnic products of the place.

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What Is So Special About The City of Burnaby?

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The City of Burnaby, Canada is one of those special places that when you visit it. It is  something you will long remember visiting for a number of special reasons. It is not only the third largest of all cities in British Columbia from a population perspective. But it is a wonderful place to travel to for a short getaway, business trip, or even a family vacation. Burnaby has a little bit of everything to appeal from the youngest to the oldest in age. Burnaby was originally incorporated in 1892 and achieved status as a city officially in 1992.

 

The City of Burnaby offers everything that people are looking for in a place to vacation. If you are seeking diversity in travel, as well as some entertainment and shopping. For those who love parks and lakes a great deal. This city is the ideal place to be. Some of Burnaby’s major parks and waterways are Robert Burnaby Park, Central Park, Burnaby Mountain and Deer Lake to name  only a few.

 

 

 

Some of Burnaby, Canada’s tourist attractions include Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel and Metrotown. Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel sits on ten acres of land and has replicated buildings of a bygone era. These replicated buildings of shops, businesses and homes of a historic period. People dressed in costume greet visitors warmly and conduct demonstrations in the various buildings. There is also a replica of a 1912 CW Parker Carousel. Things to do here include a gift shop and ice cream parlor. Metrotown offers a wide array of things for the visitor from shopping to recreation activities to other accommodations.

 

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The Burnaby Art Gallery

The Burnaby Art Gallery (B.A.G.) is more than just an art gallery. They offer traditional exhibits, special events, and programs for the community to participate in.

Every ½ hour, 1-3:30pm on Sunday afternoons, the Burnaby Art Gallery offers a free interactive family activity that relates to the current gallery exhibits. All ages are welcome, not registration is required. This is a great way to experience new art forms, expose your child to the arts, and brighten up a dark winter afternoon.

The gallery offers programs to help open your younger children to the artistic world. March 21-25 there are three programs to keep your child busy during Spring Break. Split by ages 4-6, 6-7, and 8-11, your child will have the chance to explore drawing, painting, sculpture and more.  Give your young artist the chance to create a masterpiece for you at this fun workshop.

Full and ½ day tours and workshops are available for students and schools. If a trip to the museum is not possible for your group, the gallery offers an Outreach program with five different B.A.G. in a Box options.

For the teen who is a budding artist there is an Artist Apprenticeship Project from Feb-May 2011, which includes 30 hours of work and allows the student to experience the gallery and art from many different perspectives.

Adult programs include lunch workshops, on Fridays 12-1pm. This allows you to fit an exploration of art into a busy workday without keeping you away from home in the evening. Space is limited so call ahead to reserve you spot.

Traditional style workshops, gear toward artists, coming up include topics such as Marketing and Social Media for Artists, Estate Planning, and Taxes for Artists.

The online exhibitions can be found at http://www.burnabyartgallery.ca/Home/Exhibitions/OnlineExhibitions.aspx

Exhibits change regularly, so visit the gallery often.

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