North Vancouver Top’s List of Canada’s Liveable Cities in 2024
North Vancouver: On the Very Top in Canada!
Now the rest of the country knows what North Shore locals have known for years — as reported by the Globe & Mail, North Vancouver is Canada’s Most Livable City for 2024! Congratulations to the City of North Vancouver and District of North Vancouver on this joint accolade.
A lot of factors go into being Canada’s Most Livable City, many of them culled from readers of the newspaper who were surveyed on what was most important to them when picking a place to live. The top three factors chosen by readers that coincided with life in North Vancouver were access to nature, proximity to amenities and a strong community.
It’s no secret that spectacular nature is a huge draw to anyone who has ever visited North Vancouver, with incredible alpine vistas in one direction, the sparkling Pacific Ocean in the other and lakes, rivers and city parks in between. Couple that with cosmopolitan perks like world-class dining, shopping and recreation facilities at local’s doorsteps, such as can be found at The Shipyards, and you have the makings for a truly well-rounded life. How many places in Canada could you snowboard and golf on the same day, and easily stop for a delicious craft beer on the route home?
For these reasons, and many others, there’s an unmistakable upbeat vibe in North Vancouver, which makes for a group of people who feel a deep connection to their neighbours and their communities, evidenced by one of the highest percentages of the population who volunteer.
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And this sense of belonging reaches beyond just residents, and to anyone who visits North Vancouver. Whether you have lived here your whole life, or are at home right now planning your first visit, you can take pride in your part in protecting and preserving the inner and outer beauty of our city. Take the pledge to North Shore Like a Local today, and discover all the ways you can help to preserve our lush environment, respect the diverse cultures that reside here, and keep North Vancouver fun, safe – and fabulously livable – for years to come.
Globe and Mail – Canadas Most Livable Cities – 2024 Edition – December 12 2024