Moving to North Van? Here are some helpful links!

If you're thinking about making the move to this fantastic area, it can be daunting to do it without any guidance. Here are some things to help you along the way. I've put together a list of links that are things you should consider when you make the move and to make you excited about your new neighbourhood! 

First Steps
1. If you are moving from another area, remember to transfer your BC Hydro account to the new address
Phone: 1-800-224-9376

2. Also make sure to transfer Fortis Gasto the new location as well! 
Phone: 1-888-224-2710

3. Check your Garbage schedule! Find out when the pick-up is for your garbage, compost and recycling by typing your address in the link.


In the Neighbourhood

1. Take a look at what parks are closest to you! Nothing beat a walk in the park especially to get a sense of your neighbourhood and connect with nature. This link takes you to a map of all the parks in North Van. 

2. Maybe take the time to register for a program near you! The city offers activities like dance, camp, swimming, martial arts, tennis, and visual art classes for kids and adults! Click on the link to see everything you could register for. 

Also you can take a look at the list of recreation and community centres in your new neighbourhood. Most are well equipped with a gym or a library to suit all your needs. 

3. If you're a fan of arts and culture, take a look at this list of events and exhibitions around the city celebrating a huge variety that the city has to offer. 

4. If you have children, take a look at this map of the school catchments to see where your child will be attending! 

5. It's also important to note that the city has assembled a lot of maps to for a variety of things across North Vancouver. Click here for a list of maps in the city


Moving can be daunting!  But with a list like this hopefully you get excited at the potential of living in a city as great as North Vancouver.