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Metrotown
This diverse and exciting
regional Town centre encompasses a complete range of shopping,
accommodation and recreation facilities. Within Metrotown you can enjoy
Central Park, with its nature trails, picnic and golf facilities and
professional sports at
Swangard Stadium. You
can also experience the largest shopping and entertainment complex in
the province, the beautiful
Burnaby Library and Civic
Square and the
Bonsor Recreation Complex. All
of this is within walking distance from one another and is readily
accessible from Vancouver, New Westminster and Surrey via
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Retail
Centers
For those who enjoy a
day of "power shopping", or for those seeking that unique memento,
Burnaby has lots in store in a variety of venues.
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Lougheed Mall
Over 185 shops and services for visitors to explore.
9855 Austin Avenue
(604) 421-2882
Brentwood Mall
Over 120 shops and services to put a bright spot in your day!
4567 Lougheed Highway
(604) 298-7314
Heights Commercial District
For those who enjoy the traditional street-front shopping with some
local flavour, come and experience the ethnic charm and neighbourhood
atmosphere of the Heights commercial district. Located on Hastings
Street in northwest Burnaby, the Heights area includes an enticing mix
of fine dining, cafes and specialty shops you won't want to miss.
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| Burnaby
Parks
Burnaby has a vast array of
parks
with many natural features to explore and facilities to experience. From
family fun to sports and fitness, Burnaby parks have something for
everyone.
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Escape with a pleasant
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Riverway Public Golf Course
This classic championship golf course has firmly established itself as
one of the premier layouts in the area. Book a tee-time at the Les
Furber designed 18 hole course or practice at our covered driving range
(604) 280-4653.
Burnaby
Mountain Golf Course
Experience the beautify and challenge of this 18 hole course at the foot
of Burnaby Mountain and practice your swing at our covered driving
range. (604) 280-7355.
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Burnaby's Heritage Village and Carousel
Step back in time and rediscover our
urban heritage at an authentic turn of the century town and rekindle
romance on the restored vintage 1912 carousel.
Costumed townsfolk
welcome visitors to their shops and homes with demonstrations and
fascinating hands-on activities. Old fashioned fun for all ages May
through September and during Heritage Christmas in December! Burnaby's
Heritage Village and Carousel is located in the heart of Burnaby at 6501
Deer Lake Avenue. (604) 293-6500
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Shadbolt Centre For The
Arts Located in Deer Lake Park, the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts offers a
wide spectrum of arts programs for all ages. The Centre features the
James Cowan Theatre, a Studio Theatre and a Recital Hall. The Centre
also hosts a number of summer outdoor festivals and concerts on the
grounds at
Deer
Lake Park. 6450 Deer Lake Avenue. Program information and
registration (604) 291-6864. Event information and ticket sales (604)
205-3000.
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And Century Gardens
The Gallery exhibits
contemporary and historical artwork in a heritage house in Deer Lake
Park. Open Tuesdays through Sundays. 6344 Deer Lake Avenue. (604)
205-7332
Stroll amid the
horticultural beauty the region is famous for including Century Garden's
renowned Rhododendron display, Burnaby's official flower. Located beside
Ceperley House, Century Gardens is a must see.
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Simon Fraser University
Visit Simon Fraser University on
Burnaby Mountain and admire the spectacular views of Greater Vancouver.
Also discover the Simon Fraser Gallery, and view Northwest Coast Indian
artifacts at the Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. For guided tours,
phone (604) 291-3325. General Information - (604) 291-3111
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| Swangard Stadium
Located in picturesque Central Park
at the western edge of Metrotown, Swangard Stadium is home to the
Vancouver Whitecaps professional soccer club and a host to other track
and field and sports events. Phone (604) 435-7121
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Burnaby
Lake Sports Complex
Located on Kensington Avenue at the west end of Burnaby Lake Regional Nature
Park, this complex offers a healthy array of activities. Enjoy the CG Brown
Pool, sauna, whirlpool, weight room, tot pool and waterslide. Burnaby Lake
Arena offers ice skating and activity rooms. Archery fields, tennis courts,
numerous sports fields and sports pavilion are also available. The City's
newest arena, the Bill Copeland Sports Centre, has a wide range of
activities, from sports events to trade shows. Across from the Copeland
Centre, west of Kensington Avenue are three new ultra-soft, all-season
artificial surface playing fields that are lit for 24 hour use. The fields
are used for soccer, grass hockey, football, ultimate and field lacrosse.
The fields are served by a new field house, snack bar and meeting rooms
overlooking the fields. Phone - (604) 291-1261, Address - 3676 Kensington
Avenue.
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| At the Bonsor Recreation Complex
visitors can enjoy a 37
meter pool,
whirlpool, sauna and kids' leisure pool. There are also two gymnasiums,
weight room, dance/fitness studio, racquetball and squash courts and child
minding. For information call (604) 439-1860, Address - 6550 Bonsor
Avenue.
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