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- The logging industry dominated the area in the late 1800s, but as the 19th century became the 20th, Burnaby increasingly became a working-class suburb of Vancouver.
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As Vancouver expanded and became a metropolis, Burnaby was one of the first-tier suburbs of Vancouver, along with North Vancouver and Richmond. During the suburbanization of Burnaby, "Mid-Century Vernacular" homes were built by the hundreds to satisfy demand by new residents.
Apr 20, 2017 · The logging industry dominated the area in the late 1800s, but as the 19th century became the 20th, Burnaby increasingly became a working-class suburb of Vancouver. The Great Depression hit Burnaby hard, sending it into bankruptcy until it recovered after World War II.
Nov 7, 2022 · Burnaby began to flourish during a time of economic prosperity in 1900-1913 when a suburban real estate boom brought about 14,000 residents. The boom ended during World War I. The population decreased by 2,000 people, as men in large numbers went to serve abroad, but not all returned home.
May 8, 2024 · The formation of Burnaby as a municipality marked a significant milestone in its evolution from a remote outpost to a thriving urban centre within the Greater Vancouver region. In 1892, Burnaby was officially incorporated as a municipality, establishing its own local government and administrative framework.
Burnaby got its name from Burnaby Lake, called so in honour of Robert Burnaby, who had explored the region around the lake in 1859. Robert Burnaby, a merchant and businessman, was active in various community affairs and helped develop much of the west coast.
Sep 10, 2015 · Long before Metropolis at Metrotown—Burnaby was known as a land of tall trees and wilderness. In 1850, pioneers settled into the area and The City of Burnaby started to develop slowly from there. By 1896, Burnaby had its first park, along with two schools, a post office, a store and a church.
Sep 16, 2024 · Burnaby, district municipality forming an eastern suburb of metropolitan Vancouver, southwestern British Columbia, Canada. It lies between the Burrard Inlet and the North Arm of the Fraser River and borders on Port Moody (northeast) and New Westminster (southeast). The settlement developed with.
