May 8, 2026
Construction begins on pedestrian scramble crossing at Metrotown
Construction is starting on Burnaby’s first pedestrian scramble crossing at the intersection of Central Boulevard and the Metrotown underground parkade access, one of the city’s busiest pedestrian areas. This improvement will make it easier and safer for people to cross by clearly separating when pedestrians and vehicles can move through the intersection.
May 1, 2026
City invites community members to join the Chinese Canadian Apology Public Art Project Committee
We are inviting applications from community members to join a new Chinese Canadian Apology Public Art Project Committee, which will help guide the development of a permanent public artwork recognizing the City’s official apology for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent.
April 27, 2026
Burnaby Lake Overpass officially opens, providing safe new crossing over Highway 1
The City of Burnaby is pleased to announce that the Burnaby Lake Overpass is now officially open. As Burnaby’s first dedicated pedestrian and cyclist crossing over Highway 1, the bridge is a safe, accessible new connection for people walking, cycling and rolling.
April 10, 2026
Be Together at Burnaby Blooms
Burnaby’s favourite seasonal festival returns on Sunday, May 3, to Deer Lake Park and the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.
February 25, 2026
City of Burnaby wears pink to stand up against bullying
The City of Burnaby proudly wore pink today in support of Pink Shirt Day—standing together for kindness, inclusion and respect.
February 13, 2026
Registration for Burnaby’s spring activities starts March 2
Registration for the City of Burnaby’s spring activities will start in March, with early bird registration for Burnaby residents.
February 11, 2026
Mayor's statement on Tumbler Ridge tragedy
On behalf of the City, I extend our love, support and condolences to the friends and family of the victims, and to everyone in this tight-knit northern community who is grappling with such a staggering loss.
February 11, 2026
City of Burnaby named a top employer for third year
The City of Burnaby is proud to be named as one of BC’s Top Employers by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the third year in a row.
January 30, 2026
Your play, your say: Shape the new playground in Royal Oak!
The City of Burnaby is inviting you to share feedback on proposed upgrades to Lewarne Park, designed to meet the needs of the growing Royal Oak neighbourhood.
January 29, 2026
Call for Artists – 2027 Deer Lake Artist Residencies
The City of Burnaby is inviting artists to take part in a unique artist-in-resident program, lasting two to six weeks.