Vancouver

We are enjoying life here in the city. Here are some facts about our new area of dwelling:

• Population of 587,891 who are actually in the city, with greater Vancouver over 2 million people. Vancouver is the 3rd largest city in Canada.



• Vancouver is multiculturally diverse with over 50% of the population that speak a first language other than English.



• The city was first settled in the 1860s due to the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush.



• The port is the busiest in Canada and exports the most of any port in all of North America.



• Known as the Hollywood of Canada, it has the 3rd largest film industry in North America.



• Vancouver is tied with Vienna as the 3rd highest quality of living in the world.



• Vancouver is the 56th most expensive city to live in the world. The average 2 story home sells for $837,500.



• The 2010 Olympics will be held in Vancouver.



• Precipitation average of 48 inches/year.



• The city sits between the ocean and the Coastal Range and it is beautiful.

Please come and visit.

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