Food hampers and related grocery support through North and South Burnaby hubs.
For Burnaby residents experiencing high food insecurity. North House pickup is Thursday 10:00–13:00 at 4908 Hastings Street; South Food Hall pickup is Wednesday 12:00–16:00 at 5024 Rumble Street. The organization currently reports that both hubs are at capacity and not accepting new registrations; contact them for other available food resources. Registration requires ID for each household member and proof of address.
Service Areas: Buckingham Heights, Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, Cascade Heights, Metrotown, South Slope, Suncrest, Westridge, Willingdon Heights
Location: 4908 Hastings Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
Free public library services at four branches across Burnaby.
Burnaby Public Library provides library services across Burnaby. Tommy Douglas branch is at 7311 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5E 1G8. It offers public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, photocopying, scanning, community rooms, children’s and teen spaces, accessible washrooms and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Branch hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00–20:00; Friday–Sunday 10:00–18:00. Confirm holiday closures and current hours with the library.
Service Areas: Brunette Creek, Buckingham Heights, Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, Cascade Heights, Metrotown, South Slope, Suncrest, Westridge, Willingdon Heights
Public library branch with accessible facilities, computers, Wi-Fi, study seating, printing, scanning and a community room.
McGill Branch of Burnaby Public Library at 4595 Albert Street, at Albert and Alpha streets, Burnaby, BC V5C 2G6. The branch has a community room, children’s and teen spaces, work/study/lounge seating, public computers, Wi-Fi, printer, photocopier and scanner. All branches are wheelchair accessible and have a universal washroom. Free parking is available in lots entered from Albert Street or Alpha Avenue; elevator access is available from the lower parkade. Outdoor book return is open 24 hours. Hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Friday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Phone: 604-299-8955. Check the library page for holiday closures and changes.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill
Location: 4595 Albert Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
Licensed group child care for ages 3–5 at Capitol Hill Elementary, with 25 spaces.
Weekday care from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The provider lists monthly fees before fee reduction of $1,178 for five days per week, $810 for three days, $572 for two days, and $83 per extra day. The Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) reduction is up to $545 per month for full-time care; part-time reductions are prorated. The provider states it is not an infant/toddler program. Contact the centre to confirm current enrollment availability and fees.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Capitol Hill
Location: 5750 Pandora Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
Community hall rentals, public community meetings, events, and volunteer opportunities.
The association holds its regular meetings on the second Tuesday of each month, 7:00–9:00 p.m.; community members may attend. Membership is open to residents of Capitol Hill and surrounding communities, with annual dues listed as $1 per member. Members receive priority booking and special rental rates. Rental prices and availability are provided by the association.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Capitol Hill
Location: 361 Howard Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
Public elementary school for Kindergarten to Grade 7.
Capitol Hill Elementary is a Burnaby School District school for Kindergarten to Grade 7. The Province lists its address as 350 South Holdom Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5B 3V1. The district map places the school in the Capitol Hill community. Contact the district to confirm attendance eligibility and current programs. The school homepage currently reports a telephone service disruption; its published general number is 604-296-9006.
In-person and telephone medical appointments; call the clinic to book.
The clinic is not currently accepting new patients for ongoing primary care. Clinic hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; phone lines close for lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m. Online appointment booking is available by invitation; inquire by phone. The provider page directs people seeking a family doctor or nurse practitioner to register online.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Capitol Hill
Location: 101–4695 East Hastings Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
Large public park with sports, trails, playground, spray park and picnic facilities.
City park at 250 Willingdon Avenue, north of Hastings Street. Amenities include softball, lawn bowling, skateboarding, tennis courts, fields, a playground and spray park, picnic areas, accessible paths and washrooms, and trails. The model steam railway operates weekends 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. from Easter to Thanksgiving. Park open dawn to dusk year-round; picnic areas are available May–September. Dogs may be off leash in designated fenced areas and the signed north trail. Check City notices and posted signs for current seasonal operations and access.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill
Location: 250 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
City seniors centre and 55+ society programs, activities, events and services.
The City partners with Confederation 55+ Society on clubs, activities, events and services for older adults. Address: 4585 Albert Street, Burnaby V5C 2G6. Phone: 604-294-1936. City-listed hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The facility lists designated parking, washrooms and automatic door openers at both entrances. Contact the Society or centre for activity details and current schedules.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill
Location: 4585 Albert Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
City recreation centre with beach-entry leisure pool, deep tank main pool, cardio and weight room, and multipurpose room for fitness classes. Address: 240 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby. Hours listed by the City: Monday–Thursday 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Friday–Sunday 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Last paid admission is 30 minutes before closing. Accessibility includes designated parking, accessible washrooms and change/shower rooms, pool access by lifts and zero-entry children’s pool. The City currently reports the accessible change room unavailable until further notice due to lift maintenance. Check schedules, admissions and notices before visiting.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill
Location: 240 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
Fire suppression, medical response, vehicle extrication, technical and specialty rescues, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, inspection, and public education throughout Burnaby.
The Burnaby Fire Department serves the City of Burnaby through its fire stations. For immediate fire, police, or medical emergencies, call 911. The department lists 604-294-7195 for fire-related concerns, safety inspection requests, permits, and public education inquiries. Fire Administration is at 4867 Sperling Avenue, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, closed on statutory holidays.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Capitol Hill, Cascade Heights, Garden Village
Location: 4867 Sperling Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
Bus route linking Patterson and Holdom stations via Gilmore and Hastings.
Route 129 operates between Patterson Station and Holdom Station via Patterson, Moscrop, Kincaid, Gilmore Way, Gilmore Avenue, Hastings Street and Holdom. The current regional timetable includes weekday, Saturday and Sunday/holiday service; check TransLink for current departure times and service alerts.
Service Areas: Capitol Hill, Cascade Heights
Location: Kincaid Street at Smith Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
Local bus route through Capitol Hill to Hastings Street at Gilmore.
Route 132 runs from MacDonald at Albert through Capitol Hill via Albert, Gilmore, Hastings, Gamma, Empire, Hythe, Dundas, Glynde and Cambridge to Grosvenor, then returns via Cambridge, Howard, Dundas, Hythe, Empire, Gamma, Hastings and MacDonald. The current regional timetable includes the route; check TransLink for current departure times and service alerts.
City youth centre with drop-in recreation, arts and leadership activities for pre-teens and teens.
The City describes Summit as a place for pre-teens and teens to use computers, play games, make art and take part in leadership opportunities, outdoor activities and programs in nearby Confederation Park. Address: 200 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby V5C 5E9. Phone: 604-268-1369. The centre has wheelchair access via a paved path and ramp and accessible washrooms. Confirm current program schedule and hours with the City.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill
Location: 200 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia
All-day RapidBus linking Park Royal, North Vancouver, Vancouver and Burnaby, including Burnaby Heights and Metrotown.
Launched September 7, 2026, the R2 extension runs from Park Royal through Marine Drive, Lower Lonsdale and Phibbs Exchange, then across the Second Narrows Bridge via Hastings Street and Willingdon Avenue to Metrotown Station. TransLink identifies Burnaby Heights, Brentwood, BCIT and Metrotown as destinations. All-day service operates seven days a week; the route offers all-door boarding, accessible loading areas, and text-to-audio and tactile-pad features. Check live TransLink schedules, alerts and stop details before travelling.
Service Areas: Brentwood Park, Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, Lower Lonsdale, Lynnmour, Metrotown, Park Royal, Vancouver, West Vancouver, Willingdon Heights
Frequent RapidBus along Hastings Street between downtown Vancouver, Kootenay Loop and SFU.
The R5 Hastings Street RapidBus connects downtown Vancouver and Burrard Station with Hastings Street, Kootenay Loop and SFU. It serves the Burnaby Heights area along the Hastings corridor. Current timetable is effective September 7, 2026; check TransLink for departure times, stop changes, alerts, fares and accessibility details.
Service Areas: Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, Hastings-Sunrise, University Hill, Vancouver
Local public bus service connecting Kootenay Loop, Hastings Street, Willingdon Avenue, Brentwood and Metrotown.
TransLink Route 130 provides local service between Kootenay Loop and Metrotown Station, with some peak trips extending to Phibbs Exchange. The September 7, 2026 timetable shows the route via Hastings Street, Willingdon Avenue, Brentwood Station and Metrotown Station; most trips terminate at Kootenay Loop, where passengers can transfer to R2 for Phibbs Exchange. Check TransLink for current stops, schedules, alerts, fares and accessibility details.
Service Areas: Brentwood Park, Burnaby, Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, Metrotown, Vancouver, Willingdon Heights