Welcome
As we begin to put the BC Restart Plan into action, Metro Vancouver remains focused on providing key services and supporting the region’s economic recovery.
In this issue we highlight new infrastructure at the Annacis Wastewater Treatment Plant, where a recently added energy system is reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Meanwhile, changes at the North Shore Transfer Station are making it easier to return containers.
Yearly lawn watering regulations started on May 1st, to conserve drinking water for the drier months ahead. Metro Vancouver’s new “Bag It. Bin It.” campaign is reminding everyone to properly dispose of personal protective equipment (PPE).
As people continue to adjust their routines and fewer cars are on the road, the region’s air quality has improved. Regional parks are seeing an increase in visitors, following a great year in 2019.
Check out our videos to learn about a tunnel boring project to make our drinking water supply more earthquake resilient and improvements to the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.
And speaking of viewing, you can also find out more about three new initiatives featuring current issues and past Metro Vancouver projects.
Together we make our region strong.
Metro Vancouver is a federation of 21 municipalities, one Electoral Area and one Treaty First Nation that collaboratively plans for and delivers regional-scale services. Its core services are drinking water, wastewater treatment and solid waste management. Metro Vancouver also regulates air quality, plans for urban growth, manages a regional parks system and provides affordable housing.
Air quality during COVID-19
As physical distancing measures continue to influence activities and fewer vehicles hit the road, the region’s air quality may be…
Regional lawn watering regulations are in effect
Metro Vancouver’s annual lawn watering regulations came into effect on May 1 and will remain in place until mid-October, to conserve treated…
2019 in review: a great year for regional parks
It was another great year for Metro Vancouver’s regional parks in 2019, as work continued to protect the region’s important…
New express bottle return at North Shore Transfer Station
Recycling beverage containers is now faster and more convenient at Metro Vancouver’s North Shore Transfer Station, thanks to a new…
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions at Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant
A new energy system at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant is using biogas to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from…
Metro Vancouver launches PPE anti-littering campaign
It has become an all-too-familiar sight throughout neighbourhoods over the last several months – littered personal protective equipment (PPE) such…
New series highlight the Metro Vancouver region’s history and current issues
Coming soon to a screen near you: three new Metro Vancouver initiatives will highlight the region’s news, history and current…
