All roads lead
to Burnaby.

CAR

Centrally located in Metro Vancouver, Burnaby is easily accessible via most major highways and roadways including Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E, Lougheed Highway (BC-7), Barnet Highway, West Hastings Street, East 1st Avenue, and Marine Drive (Vancouver). Driving by car will allow you to enjoy the natural beauty of Metro Vancouver, and the Province of British Columbia.

PLANE

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) welcomes over 19+ million people annually, and is a quick 25 minutes from Burnaby by car or taxi, and easily reachable by transit. Please note, while the Vancouver International Airport is the most popular airport and closest to Burnaby, there are other regional airports in the area.

FERRY

If you’re coming from Vancouver Island, Burnaby is roughly 45 minutes from Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal by car via BC-17 and BC-1A W/BC-99A N, and roughly 30 minutes by car from Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal via Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E. Enjoying a ferry ride from Vancouver Island, with fresh air and beautiful scenery, is just the perfect way to arrive at Burnaby, BC.

PUBLIC TRANSIT

With 11 Sky Train stops in the city, public transportation is a convenient way to get to Burnaby. For trip planning and rates, visit Translink’s website.

In Burnaby, you can easily get from here,
to there, to way over there.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

With 11 Skytrain stations in Burnaby, and many more bus stops, public transit is a convenient choice for moving around the city and beyond. To ride transit you will need to purchase a daily, monthly, or one trip pass. Visit Translink for fares, trip planner, and more.

RENTAL VEHICLES AND TAXIS

If public transportation is not an option, visitors can always use a rental car or hire a taxi. With options such as Avis Car Rental, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz you can take your travels beyond Burnaby- exploring the nearby mountains or attractions. If you prefer taking a taxi, Burnaby has many companies to choose from, including Bonny’s Taxi and Capitol Hill Taxi.

BIKE

Burnaby is a great city for bike travel. Bike routes connect Burnaby from north to south, east to west and to neighboring cities on all sides. Our leisure trails and scenic paths are worth a visit too! Use the city bike map to find your way around.

+ About Tourism Burnaby

GENERAL

Tourism Burnaby, a non-profit destination management organization, plays a pivotal role in showcasing the vibrant city of Burnaby as a premier destination for visitors worldwide. Established on October 25, 2004, under the Society Act of British Columbia, our mission is to illuminate the diverse and authentic travel experiences that Burnaby offers. We are dedicated to promoting the city not just as a place to visit, but also as a community to meet, learn, live, and play.

Our vision positions Burnaby at the heart of Metro Vancouver, celebrated for its diverse array of outstanding travel opportunities and exceptional hosting capabilities. We focus on enhancing the city’s reputation as a year-round destination, maximizing the value from our tourism amenities, and leaving a lasting, positive impact on our community and beyond. At Tourism Burnaby, we are committed to driving sustainable tourism growth that benefits both visitors and residents alike, ensuring that Burnaby continues to thrive as a dynamic and welcoming destination.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair
Chris Browne, Accents Inn Burnaby

Secretary/Treasurer
Doug Spindler, Assistant Director – Treasury Services, City of Burnaby

Directors
Councillor James Wang – City of Burnaby

Larry Hayes, Burnaby Minor Hockey

Lara Graham, Burnaby Board of Trade Representative

Ellen Barbour, GM of Earl’s Restaurants

Lara Johnson, VP – Marketing & Communications at BCIT

Scott de Savoye, General Manager of Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

— Meet Our Board

MANAGEMENT

Executive Director
Chris Peters
[email protected]

Director, Sport Burnaby
Robyn Hughes
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Director, Marketing
Catherine McCooey
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Manager, Business Development
Bradley Styba
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Specialist, Events & Marketing
Samuel Darmawan
[email protected] 

Festival Project Manager
Anna Paul
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Office and Sport Administrator
Taylor Lee
[email protected]