The Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

Information for residents, businesses and visitors

This winter, the District of North Vancouver is proud to support the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games as a Community Contributor.

Click here to learn more about the Torch Relay, the Games, North Vancouver District’s role, celebrations in the District, how you can get involved, transportation during the Games, renting your property to visitors, tourism and visitor information and more.

UPDATE: There will be no road closures in North Vancouver District for the Olympic Torch Relay on Wednesday, February 10. There will, however, be rolling lane closures along the route of the torch relay, so expect slight delays as the torch relay passes. Click here to view the torch relay map. Navigate to the map for North Vancouver District, click the tab above the map that says “February 10, 2010.” Then click on “North Vancouver (District)” from the list to the left of the map.

As traffic will be busy throughout the North Shore on February 10, please allow extra time to get to your destination and drive with care. There will be many children and pedestrians out on the streets, watching for the Olympic Flame as it passes.

Tweets from the Street

Come follow us as we follow the Flame!

On Wednesday, February 10, North Vancouver District’s Twitter account will be following the Olympic Flame as it travels around our municipality. We will be posting photos and updates of the Torch Relay event as it happens. We’re calling our Torch Relay updates “Tweets from the Street.”

The District’s on Twitter @nvandistrict. Come follow us as we follow the Flame!

And we’re on Facebook too! After the event, we’ll be posting our Torch Relay photos on our Facebook page. Sign up as a fan at www.dnv.org/facebook.
 

Indian Arm Review

New policy for Indian Arm development proposed

The District has completed a study that reviews the policy and processes for development in the Indian Arm. The goal of this study is to update outdated policy (the original policy for Indian Arm development was created in the 1970s).

A new policy for Indian Arm development has been proposed. This proposed policy aims to protect the scenic landscapes and natural beauty of Indian Arm, and to ensure any and all new development is undertaken in a comprehensive, safe and environmentally sensitive manner.

The District is seeking community feedback on the proposed policy revisions. A public open house was held January 26 at Parkgate Community Centre.

To learn more about the Indian Arm review, review display materials from the public open house, and provide your feedback, please click here.
 

Are you Generation X or Y?

We're looking for your opinions for our new Official Community Plan (OCP). Coffee on us!

If you are between the ages of 25 and 40 we want to hear your views on community issues and how to plan for your future. The District of North Vancouver is developing a new community plan to 2030 and we’re facing some significant challenges related to housing affordability, job losses, school closures, aging infrastructure, and the need to become more environmentally sustainable.

If you’re in your 20s or 30s, we’re looking for your input. Join us for coffee and casual conversation on Wednesday, February 10, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at District Hall (355 W. Queens Road). The coffee’s on us!

Click here to view the event poster and to get an idea of the types of issues we will discuss. To register for this event, please contact Frances Warner at 604-990-2203 or warnerf@dnv.org.

Click here for more information on the District’s Official Community Plan Review Process.

Victim of Graffiti?

Save money on clean-up with a coupon from the North Shore Integrated Graffiti Task Force (NSIGTF)

According to North Vancouver District Bylaw 7503, all graffiti must be removed from all privately owned properties. If you are the victim of graffiti, you can save money on clean-up by picking up a coupon from the District’s Bylaw office or from RCMP Community Policing Centres. These coupons save the bearer up to 40 per cent off paint supplies from General Paint and Cloverdale Paint.

Or, for smaller graffiti removal jobs, you can get a graffiti removal kit from the Lower Lonsdale, Lynn Valley and Edgemont Community Policing Centres. The kits include safety equipment, graffiti wipes and removal products, purchased by funds provided by the North Vancouver Crime Prevention Society.

For more information about the North Shore Integrated Graffiti Task Force (NSIGTF) and its efforts in combating graffiti in North Vancouver, please click here.

Underground Oil Tanks

How to determine if there is an oil tank buried on your property

Before the 1960s, many homes in North Vancouver District were heated by oil. This oil was stored in large metal tanks commonly buried underground near the foundations of residential properties. Beginning in the late 1960’s and early 70’s District residents began switching to alternate fuel sources, such as natural gas, and these fuel tanks, commonly referred to as residential underground storage tanks, or RUST, became obsolete.

While some of these tanks have been removed, many still remain buried on residential properties. Many of these remaining tanks may still contain residual oil from when they were decommissioned, and due to corrosion of the tanks, this oil can leak into the environment causing health, liability and environmental concerns.

Click here to learn how you can determine if you have an underground storage tank buried on your property.
 

Snow and Ice Removal

Snow season is upon us

District staff monitor road and weather conditions throughout the winter months. When adverse conditions are forecast, crews and equipment are dispatched to clear streets on a priority basis. The first priority for crews, during and after a snowfall, is to clear the major arterial streets, as well as bus routes and access to emergency services. The second priority is to clear collector streets, routes leading to schools, and routes leading to isolated neighbourhoods. Once conditions have stabilized on those streets, crews will begin to clear local streets.

SNOW TIP: When snowfall is expected, please park in your driveway and not on the street. This will allow snow plows and salt spreaders the room required to safely clear the street. This is particularly important on cul-de-sacs and narrow roadways. If you park on the street, you must park within 30 cm of the curb.

Click here for more information on the District’s snow and ice clearing policy, how you can prepare for winter storms, useful resources and links, and more.