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The North Shore
North & West Vancouver
British Columbia, Canada

Across the Lion's Gate Bridge, bounded on both sides by water, is the scenic community of West Vancouver. It stretches along 28 kilometers of shoreline and up the lower slopes of Hollyburn Mountain, between Capilano River valley and Horseshoe Bay.


A view of West Vancouver's beautiful shoreline
A view of West Vancouver's beautiful shoreline


West Vancouver is a residential community with no industrial zoning. Most of the homes range from modest sized houses to multimillion-dollar waterfront estates. In addition, well-kept apartment buildings decorate the shoreline of the eastern beachfront.


View from Dundarave. Waterfront apartments seen on the left.
View from Dundarave. Waterfront apartments seen on the left.


West Vancouver is noted for excellent salmon fishing and contains many popular spots for boating, swimming, and scuba diving. There are excellent marina facilities and numerous waterfront parks attracting visitors from the entire region. Horseshoe Bay's village centre abounds with restaurants and other tourist and traveler related amenities. The bay is also a terminus for the provincial ferry system. It services Nanaimo (on Vancouver Island), Bowen Island, and the nearby Sunshine Coast.


Prime waterfront properties
Prime waterfront properties


Jason Soprovich covers both North Vancouver & West Vancouver real estate. West Vancouver is one of Vancouver's most prestigious locations, and is ranked as one of the top residential locations in all of Canada. Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, this community is blessed with spanning scenic views. This area of outstanding natural beauty has the highest income in Canada, and a low crime rate. The residents are strongly committed to maintaining the highest quality of life and the charm of the municipality.


A view of the marina in Horseshoe Bay moments after sunset
A view of the marina in Horseshoe Bay moments after sunset


Horseshoe Bay's village centre abounds with restaurants and other tourist and traveler related amenities. The bay is also a terminus for the provincial ferry system. It services Nanaimo (on Vancouver Island), Bowen Island, and the nearby Sunshine Coast.


Horseshoe Bay's ferry terminal and marina
Horseshoe Bay's ferry terminal and marina



The Ambleside Pier is a West Vancouver landmark.
The Ambleside Pier is a West Vancouver landmark.



Gleneagles Golf Course, with Howe Sound & Horseshoe Bay as a backdrop
Gleneagles Golf Course, Howe Sound & Horseshoe Bay Backdrop


Mountains and water best describe the North Shore's geography. West Vancouver itself has over 2,500 hectares of parkland. Cypress Provincial Park, Grouse Mountain, and Mount Seymour offer day and night downhill skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, hiking and cross-country skiing along with fabulous views of Vancouver. In addition, a scenic drive on the Sea to Sky highway takes you past Howe Sound to the world famous ski resort of Whistler, BC, which is only a few short miles away.


Lions Gate Bridge at night, from Cypress Mountain, West Vancouver
Lions Gate Bridge at night (view from Cypress Mountain)


The picturesque Lion's Gate Bridge connects West Vancouver to Downtown Vancouver. The district has its own beloved "Blue Bus", the first public transit system in Canada to be totally wheelchair-accessible. It connects various parts of the district with Vancouver and with buses driving to other cities.




There is a wealth of information to learn about the North Shore. Jason would be glad to answer any questions you may have. Simply call him (604) 817-8812 ... or, if you wish, just send him an instant message. If you have any questions regarding the use of this site, please email the webmaster.


















 




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