Burnaby and Coquitlam, BC
Burquitlam
Located at the border of Coquitlam and Burnaby, Burquitlam is a rapidly developing urban hub with convenient transit access and a growing mix of residential, retail, and community amenities. The area combines high-density living with nearby green spaces, cultural diversity, and walkable shopping and dining options. Its transformation into a modern transit-oriented neighborhood makes it ideal for students, professionals, and young families.
Neighborhood Snapshot
Skytrain Station
Lougheed Town Centre , Burquitlam
The City of Lougheed Mall
A central shopping hub with groceries, cafes, shops, and services
Safeway & Shops
Safeway Burquitlam, Dollarama, and various convenience stores
Burnaby Mountain Access
Direct transit to SFU
(18 min by bus | 8 min by car)
Highway Access
Quick connections to Lougheed Hwy, North Road, and Hwy 1 via Gaglardi Way
Community
- Vibrant and walkable
- Transit focused
- Fast-growing
- Multicultural and vibrant
- Central to everything
Walk Score
Walkscore.com rating = 85
Very Walkable
Everything you need is within walking distance. Nearby shops, restaurants, parks, and transit make daily life easy and convenient, even without a car.
Transit Score
Wallkscore.com rating= 85
Excellent Transit
Millennium Skytrain: Lougheed Town Centre and Burquitlam
Bus Routes: Local routes connect adjacent communities as well as express buses to the Fraser Valley and beyond.
Schools
Elementary Schools
- Miller Park Elementary
- Roy Stibbs Elementary
Secondary Schools
- Miller Park Elementary
- Roy Stibbs Elementary
Universities and Colleges
- Simon Fraser University
- Coquitlam College
- Douglas College by Skytrain
- Justice Institute of BC by bus
Parks and Green
Cottonwood Park
A neighborhood park with a modern playground, open green space, spray park, and walkways connecting the community.
Bettie Allard YMCA
Spanning over 80,000 square feet of state-of-the-art fitness facilities, a swimming pool, and programs for all ages, it’s the perfect place to stay active and enjoy family-friendly recreation.
Cameron Park
Currently partially closed and under construction for the new Cameron Community Centre and Library, as well as extended park space and walking trails.
Mountain View Park
Wooded walking trails, extensive sports fields, and peaceful surroundings perfect for an active outdoor lifestyle.
Shops & Dining
Restaurants:
- Saku (Japanese Katsu)
- Old Xian's Food (Shanghai)
- Jimmy's Place (Brunch)
- Onggi Korean Cuisine
- Joey Coquitlam
Groceries:
Safeway Burquitlam, Save on Foods, H-Mart, Walmart, Londn Drugs
Cafes:
- Passion8 Dessert Cafe
- We Bake Cafe
- BjornBar Bakery
- Bono Cafe
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