North Vancouver District is a municipality in British Columbia. It is a quiet, affluent suburban area home to middle- and upper-class families.
North Vancouver District is the second wealthiest city in Canada, after West Vancouver which is the richest. Many North Vancouver businesses are involved in creating and marketing high technology. The area is also popular in the film and television industry with many shows and movies being shot in the municipality.
The community offers many recreational, leisure and public services. There are many parks and trails in the community that are great for hiking and cycling.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge goes through a private park where hikers can cross the Capilano River into nature trails and a rain forest canopy walk. Grouse Mountain and Mount Seymour Provincial Park are other popular destinations in the area.
Grab some fresh goodies at nearby bakeries Safeway Bakery, Safeway Parkgate Village, and COBS Bread Bakery. A fresh cup of java or tea is never hard to find with Starbucks and Bean Around The World Coffees in the hood. Whether you are looking for brunch, a quick snack or a quality dinner Parkgate has plenty of options like Genji Japanese Restaurant and Subway. Do you love to be outside? There is a great park in Parkgate,Parkgate Park. Shoppers Drug Mart is the pharmacy in Parkgate near Parkgate Place. Parkgate Village is a shopping center in Parkgate that has something for everyone. Parkgate Community Services Society is a super popular fitness center with locals. Animal enthusiasts, good news Park Gate Animal & Bird Hospital and For Pet's Sake - Pet food are in Parkgate. If you enjoy reading you will be happy North Vancouver District Public Library (Parkgate branch) is in Parkgate.