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News & Updates
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Burnaby GIS #1 in Geospatial Maturity Index
The City of Burnaby’s GIS department has once again been recognized as an international leader in their field. After collecting a MISA Spirit of Innovation award in October, Burnaby GIS has been recognized by Public Sector Digest as co-leaders of their Geospatial Maturity Index with an impressive overall score of 96.67% (sharing first place with Halifax, NS). -
Burnaby’s reserves result in savings for residents on water and sewer services
The City of Burnaby is leveraging its strong financial position to pass savings on to residents, as City Council approved modest increases for sewer and water services for 2023, despite Metro Vancouver rates climbing at a significantly faster rate. -
City of Burnaby strengthens protections for renters
Burnaby, BC – The City of Burnaby is taking action to ensure Burnaby tenants continue to enjoy some of the strongest protections in the country, after approving new provisions to the City’s Tenant Assistance Policy (TAP). -
City of Burnaby wins three awards for excellence in financial reporting
The City of Burnaby has once again received three awards from an international organization of finance officers, recognizing the City’s achievement in producing high-quality, easy-to-understand budget documents.