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British Columbia has 52 cities that had a cumulative population of 3,327,824 and an average population of 63,997 in the 2016 census. British Columbia's largest and smallest cities are Vancouver and Greenwood with populations of 631,486 and 665 respectively.
British Columbia has 52 cities [2] [3] [4] that had a cumulative population of 3,327,824 and an average population of 63,997 in the 2016 census. [5] British Columbia's largest and smallest cities are Vancouver and Greenwood with populations of 631,486 and 665 respectively. [5]
NameCorporate Name [2]Regional District [2]Incorporation Date [2]Abbotsford, City ofDecember 12, 1995Armstrong, City ofMarch 31, 1913Burnaby, City ofSeptember 22, 1892Campbell River, City ofJune 24, 1947The largest city in British Columbia is Vancouver, with a 2024 population of 678,984. Langford is the fastest growing city in British Columbia, having grown 3.87% annually between 2011 and 2016. Canada Census Data - Official Canadian Census Data.
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- Vancouver. Often mistaken for the provincial capital (which is actually Victoria) Vancouver is the best-known and most populous city in British Columbia.
- Victoria. The provincial capital on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is a harbor city rich with history but still progressive and modern. If Vancouver is BC's ambitious shining star, Victoria is the equally talented but more stately and discreet older sibling.
- Whistler. Whistler has been known to winter enthusiasts for decades but the town's reputation skyrocketed as co-host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. The town of Whistler is home to Whistler Blackcomb mountains - two towering hills that draw people from around the world to its 5,000'+ verticals, 200+ trails, glaciers, alpine bowls, state-of-the-art lifts, and a chic, pedestrian-only village.
- Tofino. Ok, so "gem" is an overused term in travel writing, but this time, we really mean it. Remote and scenic, Tofino sits at the southwestern edge of BC, offering big-time views of the Pacific Ocean with small-town charm.
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- Vancouver. Vancouver is the most populous city in British Columbia, with a population of 631,486 in 2016. Vancouver is a coastal seaport city and is one of the country’s most ethnically and linguistically diverse.
- Surrey. With a population of 517,887 in 2016, Surrey is the second biggest city in British Columbia. The city is situated south of the Fraser River and is part of the Metro Vancouver metropolitan area.
- Burnaby. Burnaby is British Columbia’s third largest city, with a population of 232,755. The city is located east of Vancouver and is part of the Metro Vancouver metropolitan area.
- Richmond. With a population of 198,309, Richmond is British Columbia’s fourth largest city. Located on Lulu Island at the mouth of the Fraser River, the city is part of the Metro Vancouver metropolitan area.
British Columbia has 52 cities, had a cumulative population of 3,630,140 in the 2021 census. British Columbia's largest and smallest cities are Vancouver and Greenwood with populations of 662,248 and 702 respectively.
May 11, 2023 · 1. Vancouver. 2. Victoria. 3. Kelowna. 4. Penticton. 5. Whistler. 6. Nanaimo. 7. Squamish. 8. Nelson. 9. Revelstoke. 10. Kamloops. 11. Vernon. 12. Richmond. 13. Prince George. Map of Cities in British Columbia. 1. Vancouver. Aerial view of Vancouver.
