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.

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.

Update for March 11, 2010: Two District snowplows were out on the roads this morning clearing snow, where it was sticking, at higher elevations. As the weather is warm and wet enough, we are not salting the roads at this time – only plowing when necessary.

Now Hiring

Two positions open: Seasonal Clubhouse Landscape Maintenance Worker, and Utilities Manager

Looking for work with a great employer? North Vancouver District has two exciting positions open.

North Vancouver District’s Northland’s Golf Course is looking for a seasonal Clubhouse Landscape Maintenance Worker to join its Turf Care team. Deadline to apply to this posting is 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19. To learn more about this position, and to apply, click here.

The District’s also looking for a seasoned professional engineer to lead the District of North Vancouver’s Utilities Department. Deadline to apply to this posting is Friday, March 19 at 4:30 p.m. To learn more about this challenging position, and to apply, click here.

2010-2014 Draft Financial Plan and Budget Process

Investing in the future of our community

Our naturally beautiful surroundings and high quality of life make North Vancouver District one of the most desirable places to live, work and play.

The District’s amenities and services, including parks, recreation facilities, garbage collection and police protection, are supported, in large part, by your tax dollars. Other revenue comes from fees and user charges, investments, grants, and other sources. Our community’s low population growth, difficult economic times and reduced support from senior levels of government, however, limit each of these funding sources. The District is also constrained by the need to budget for increasing regional taxes and the replacement of aging capital infrastructure.This year, the District is proposing a 3%, or $62, property tax increase to support a proposed 2010 operating budget of $108 million.

Click here to learn about opportunities for public consultation.
Click here to view the 2010-2014 Draft Financial Plan Workbook.
Click here to view the February 15 Budget Introduction Presentation
Click here to learn more about the District's Financial Plan and Budget Process

The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games

Information for residents, businesses and visitors

North Vancouver District is a proud supporter of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games as a Community Contributor. The Olympic Games have recently concluded. Now, the District looks forward to welcoming the world for the Paralympic Games, taking place from March 12 to March 21, 2010.

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

Indian Arm Review

New policy for Indian Arm development proposed - Upcoming Public Consultation March 16, 2010

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 and a second public consultation is planned for March 16, 2010.

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