Burnaby public meetings in 2025

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The council will review a staff note about a BC Housing proposal to build a complex care and supportive housing development on the City‑owned site at 5389 Imperial Street. The proposal requires City rezoning approval, but no rezoning application has been submitted. Public correspondence both opposing and supporting the proposal will be considered.

• Proposed BC Housing Development at 5389 Imperial Street (requires rezoning approval)
• Public correspondence opposing the proposed development (multiple submissions)
• Public correspondence supporting the proposed development (multiple submissions)
• Staff note from the General Manager Planning and Development outlining the proposal
• No rezoning application has been submitted for the project

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is reviewing rezoning applications for rental and student housing. The body will also receive an update on pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure in Brentwood.

• REZ #25-07: Proposed eight-storey rental apartment development at 7305 and 7317 Buller Avenue
• REZ #25-19: Purpose-built student housing on Rathburn Drive
• Brentwood Pedestrian and Cyclist Linkage Project update including potential overpass locations

The Planning and Development Committee adopted its agenda and the November 5, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It approved moving Rezoning Bylaw REZ #25-07 for the 7305 and 7317 Buller Avenue eight‑storey rental development to first and second reading at a future council meeting and set prerequisite items for final adoption. The committee also received the Brentwood Pedestrian and Cyclist Linkage Project update for information.

• Adopted agenda for Dec 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of Nov 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved preparation and forward of REZ #25-07 rezoning bylaw to first and second reading (unanimous)
• Established prerequisites for final adoption of REZ #25-07 (unanimous)
• Received Brentwood Pedestrian and Cyclist Linkage Project update for information (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear invited presentations on the Second Narrows Tunnel and rapid transit, and consider a series of administrative reports. Items include a proposed motion to amend the zoning bylaw for the R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing district, a request to withhold building permits pending that amendment, and approval of several contracts and permits. The council will also receive updates on grants, park projects, and major civic and engineering initiatives, and will conduct a third reading of multiple zoning bylaw amendments.

• Renewal of City Fleet Insurance – request for up to $1,042,000 expenditure
• Contract Award for design and construction of the Burnaby Animal Shelter replacement
• Third reading of Zoning Bylaw Amendment #14780 – rezoning to allow 204 rental units at 8265/69/73/77/81/87/89/93 and 8303 10th Avenue
• Metro Vancouver Solid Waste Licence Application for an organic waste composting facility at 5210 Byrne Road
• Temporary Use Permit #25-07 to permit a billiard hall at 7825 Edmonds Street

The council approved a $5 million contract award to Vasto Builders Inc. for the design and construction of a new Burnaby Animal Shelter. It also approved a $1.042 million renewal of the city’s vehicle fleet insurance and a unanimous resolution to withhold certain building permit applications for 30 days pending zoning changes. A motion to amend the R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing district was defeated, while the council tabled a solid‑waste licence application for a composting facility. Additional approvals included a salmon‑habitat enhancement project and two temporary‑use permits for a billiard hall and a security office.

• Approved $5,000,000 contract award to Vasto Builders Inc. for Burnaby Animal Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved $1,042,000 renewal of City fleet insurance with Aon Reed Stenhouse (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to amend R1 SSMUH District zoning bylaw (opposed by six councillors)
• Approved withholding of building permit applications under S.463 for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved salmon habitat expansion project in Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit #25-07 for billiard hall at 7825 Edmonds Street (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit #25-08 for security office at 3751 North Fraser Way (unanimous)
• Tabled Metro Vancouver Solid Waste Licence Application for 5210 Byrne Road (carried, opposed by Mayor and three councillors)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting focuses on processing public correspondence and notice submissions. Staff provided responses regarding public hearing procedures and a proposed BC Housing development, while other items were referred to advisory bodies or provided for information.

• Opposition to proposed BC Housing complex care and supportive housing at 5389 Imperial Street
• Request for a sidewalk on Marine Drive between Royal Oak and Nelson
• Call for a Vision Zero Task Force by Advancing Cycling for Everyone
• Support for Burnaby-North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project Option #1 (Hastings/Willingdon)
• Support for Rez #25-19 Rathburn Drive student rental development

Special Council Meeting

Council is seeking resolutions to withhold building permit applications under Section 463 of the Local Government Act. These actions are pending the final adoption of a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw regarding the R1 SSMUH District and related regulations.

• Withholding of building permit applications (batch 4) under S. 463 of the Local Government Act
• Request for a further 60-day withholding period for building permit applications under S. 463 of the Local Government Act

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. The committee will also consider a verbal report seeking approval for funding the visit of the Kushiro Hockey Team to Burnaby.

• Adoption of agenda and minutes from July 2, 2025
• Verbal report: Visit of the Kushiro Hockey Team to Burnaby (funding request)

Financial Management Committee

The committee will receive the Financial Report for 2025 Period 11 and related revenue, expenditure, and capital plan summaries. Staff will present status updates on significant civic projects, key IT initiatives for July‑December 2025, and major engineering projects. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for informational reporting.

• Financial Report as at 2025 Period 11 with revenue, expenditure and capital plan summaries
• Status update on Significant Civic Projects
• Status update on Key IT Initiatives for July‑December 2025
• Status update on Major Engineering Projects
• Purchase Orders between $250,000‑$1,000,000 (2025 Period 01‑11)

The Financial Management Committee adopted its meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting, both by unanimous consent. The committee also received four informational reports—Financial Report as at 2025 Period 11, Significant Civic Projects, Key IT Initiatives (July‑December 2025), and Major Engineering Projects—each accepted unanimously. No other business was discussed.

• Adopted agenda for December 2 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from October 7 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Financial Report as at 2025 Period 11 (unanimous)
• Received Significant Civic Projects report (unanimous)
• Received Key IT Initiatives report (unanimous)
• Received Major Engineering Projects report (unanimous)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council will consider approval for the Festivals Burnaby Grant Program Fall 2025 intake. The body will also review a community grant request from the Burnaby Seniors Resource Society.

• Festivals Burnaby Grant Program Fall 2025 intake recommendation
• Community Grant request from the Burnaby Seniors Resource Society
• Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee Terms of Reference
• Closed session regarding land acquisition, disposition, or expropriation
• Closed session regarding negotiations with provincial or federal governments

Special Council Meeting

Council is meeting to discuss and seek resolutions for withholding building permit applications under section 463 of the Local Government Act. These actions are pending the final adoption of a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw regarding the R1 SSMUH District and related regulations.

• Withholding of building permit applications under s. 463 of the Local Government Act
• Proposed further 60-day withholding period for building permit applications

The council approved Resolution S2025‑024, withholding building permit applications for 30 days due to pending zoning bylaw amendments for the R1 SSMUH district. It then approved Resolution S2025‑025, extending the hold by an additional 60 days, for a total of 90 days. Both resolutions were carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 3:06 p.m.

• Approved 30‑day withholding of building permits (Resolution S2025‑024, unanimous)
• Approved additional 60‑day withholding, total 90 days (Resolution S2025‑025, unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, then consider a range of items including temporary use permits, a liquor licence amendment, rental rate changes, mural funding, and several contract approvals. The council will also receive updates on the Metro Vancouver pump station upgrade at 7215 Mountbatten Street, the mayor's task force on unsheltered community members, and the 2026 budget engagement summary. Decisions will be made on contract awards for vending machines, street‑light maintenance, and other service agreements.

• TUP #25-06 renewal for office use at 4416 Dawson Avenue
• TUP #25-09 to permit exterior amenities (pickleball courts, food trucks, recreation/fitness areas) at 6800 Lougheed Highway
• REZ #22-04 amendment to rental rates for the Bevan Lands Townhouse Development
• Contract award for revenue vending machine services
• Contract awards for repair and maintenance of street lights and traffic signal systems (Standard Electric (BC) Ltd. and Crown Contracting Ltd.)

The council approved several items, including a waiver of the Burnaby Housing Authority’s 2025 annual meeting, renewal of two temporary‑use permits, a referral of a liquor licence application, and $7,000 funding for a Kensington overpass mural. The most consequential action was the unanimous approval of amended rental rates for the Bevan Lands Townhouse Development.

• Approved waiver of the 2025 Burnaby Housing Authority annual meeting and related financial statement requirements (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit #25-06 for 4416 Dawson Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit #25-09 for 6800 Lougheed Highway to allow exterior amenities (unanimous)
• Referred liquor primary licence application for 102‑6462 Kingsway (Solo Karaoke) to staff (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to rental rates for the Bevan Lands Townhouse Development and authorized a Housing Agreement Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 funding for a mural on the Kensington overpass support pillars, payable to Emily Gray (unanimous)
• Adopted the Open Council meeting agenda for November 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from five previous meetings (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff provided responses to requests regarding park facilities, tree planting, and traffic calming, while other items were referred to advisory bodies or provided for information.

• Request for permanent pickleball courts at Squint Lake Park
• Traffic calming and sidewalk requests on Madison Avenue
• Public submissions for REZ #23-15 (4567 Lougheed Highway)
• Public submissions for REZ #25-15 (5889 Barker Avenue)
• Opposition to REZ #25-19 (Rathburn Drive)

Public Hearing

Burnaby City Council is holding a public hearing to receive representations regarding proposed amendments to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965. The meeting focuses on refining regulations for small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) within the R1 District.

• Proposed Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965, Amendment Bylaw No. 20, 2025 - Bylaw No. 14783
• Proposed text amendments to the R1 District Schedule for small-scale multi-unit housing

The council convened a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965 to refine regulations for small‑scale multi‑unit housing in the R1 District. 157 letters and several petitions were received. Speakers raised concerns about housing affordability, senior housing and climate impacts. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

Special Council Meeting

The council will review a reconsideration request from Madeira Manor 2018 Ltd to demolish the building at 6677 Silver Avenue. It will also consider resolutions to withhold building permit applications under section 463 of the Local Government Act while the city finalizes an amendment to the Zoning Bylaw for the R1 SSMUH District. A further 60‑day withholding period for those permits is proposed pending the same bylaw adoption.

• Reconsideration request for demolition of 6677 Silver Avenue (Madeira Manor 2018 Ltd)
• Resolution to withhold building permit applications under s.463 pending Zoning Bylaw amendment for R1 SSMUH District
• Proposal for an additional 60‑day withholding period for building permits under s.463 pending the same amendment
• Public excluded from discussion under Sections 90 and 92 of the Community Charter

The council approved a resolution amending the demolition timeline for 6677 Silver Avenue, setting a permit application deadline of Dec 21 2025 and a demolition completion deadline of Mar 21 2026. It also adopted two resolutions to withhold pending building permit applications for a total of 90 days due to zoning bylaw amendments. All three resolutions were carried unanimously.

• Amended demolition timeline for 6677 Silver Avenue (permit by Dec 21 2025, demolition by Mar 21 2026) – carried unanimously (Resolution S2025-021)
• Withheld listed building permit applications for 30 days pending zoning bylaw changes – carried unanimously (Resolution S2025-022)
• Extended withholding period to a total of 90 days for the same applications – carried unanimously (Resolution S2025-023)

Special Council Meeting

The Burnaby Special Council Meeting will focus on the final adoption of three bylaws to repeal outdated legislation from 1917, 1921, and 1929. Additionally, the body will deliver a formal apology regarding historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent.

• Final adoption of Bylaw #14775 to repeal Dominion Film Corporation Limited Bonus Bylaw 1917
• Final adoption of Bylaw #14776 to repeal Dominion Bridge Company Limited Aid Bylaw 1929
• Final adoption of Bylaw #14777 to repeal Burnaby Piggery Location Bylaw 1921
• Formal apology for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent

The council voted to adopt Bylaw No. 14775, Bylaw No. 14776 and Bylaw No. 14777, each repealing an older bylaw, with unanimous support. The meeting was formally adjourned at 12:02 pm by unanimous vote. No other motions were recorded.

• Adopt Bylaw No. 14775 – repeal Dominion Film Corp Bonus Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adopt Bylaw No. 14776 – repeal Dominion Bridge Co. Aid Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adopt Bylaw No. 14777 – repeal Burnaby Piggery Location Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 12:02 pm (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

The Burnaby Special Council Meeting will consider a resolution to withhold building permit applications under the Local Government Act pending the final adoption of a bylaw amending zoning regulations for small-scale multi-unit housing.

• Administrative report on withholding building permits under S. 463 of the Local Government Act
• Discussion on amending the Zoning Bylaw for R1 Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) District
• Resolution sought regarding building permit applications pending bylaw adoption

The council unanimously approved a resolution to withhold listed building permit applications for 30 days due to pending zoning bylaw changes. A motion to waive the notice of motion on reviewing the sewer parcel tax was carried, though Councillor Gu opposed. The waived motion will be presented as a proposed motion at the November 25, 2025 council meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Resolution S2025‑019: Withhold building permit applications for 30 days (unanimous)
• Waive the notice of motion to review elimination of the sewer parcel tax (carried, opposed by Councillor Gu)
• Adjourn the special council meeting (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Council is receiving information on various community requests and referring specific items to advisory bodies for future consideration.

• Rumi Cultural Center request for land allocation
• Referral to Public Safety Committee regarding BC SPCA's review of Animal Control Bylaw No. 9609CC
• Referral to Environment Committee regarding the BC Coastal Marine Strategy
• Public submissions for REZ #25-19 (Rathburn Drive student accommodation) and REZ #25-15 (5889 Barker Avenue)
• Correspondence regarding the Burnaby-North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project Option #1

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will review a rezoning application for a four-storey stacked townhome project. The body will also receive verbal updates on the city's zoning bylaw rewrite and development permit guidelines.

• REZ #25-04: Proposed four-storey stacked townhomes at 1030 Sperling Avenue
• Burnaby Zoning Bylaw Phase 3 Update
• Development Permit Transition and Development Permit Area Guidelines update

The Planning and Development Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the October 8 meeting, both unanimously. It approved moving forward with Rezoning Bylaw REZ #25-04 for 1030 Sperling Avenue, directing that the bylaw be prepared and taken to first and second reading at a future council meeting, and set prerequisite items for its final adoption. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Adopted agenda for November 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of October 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved preparation and advancement of Rezoning Bylaw REZ #25-04 for 1030 Sperling Avenue to first and second reading (unanimous)
• Established prerequisites for final adoption of Rezoning Bylaw REZ #25-04 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

The council will consider approval of the 2026 Waterworks Utility Rates along with amendments to the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Waterworks Regulation Bylaw. It will also review the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Utility Rates and related bylaw amendments. A draft 2026‑2030 Financial Plan will be presented for adoption. Finally, a first and second reading of a zoning bylaw amendment to refine regulations for small‑scale multi‑unit housing in the R1 district will be taken.

• 2026 Waterworks Utility Rates and amendments to the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw and Waterworks Regulation Bylaw
• 2026 Sanitary Sewer Utility Rates and amendments to the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw and Sewer Charge Bylaw
• Draft 2026‑2030 Financial Plan
• Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965 Amendment No. 20 (2025) – text amendment for small‑scale multi‑unit housing in the R1 district
• Closed session for matters concerning acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements

The council adopted the first and second readings of Bylaw #14783 and approved amendments to the R1 District lot‑coverage rules. It approved the 2026 waterworks and sanitary‑sewer utility rates, including a 3.5% increase for sewer rates. The Draft 2026‑2030 Capital Plan, a 2.90% property‑tax increase and a 1.90% Growth Infrastructure Levy were also approved.

• Bylaw #14783 read first time (Carried unanimously)
• Amended R1 District lot coverage: 40% ≤375 m², 40% 375‑567 m², 30% >567 m² (Carried; opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal, Lee, Wang; Gu, Keithley, Tetrault; Mayor Hurley, Gu, Tetrault)
• Bylaw #14783 read second time as amended (Carried unanimously)
• 2026 Waterworks Utility Rates and related bylaw amendments approved (Carried unanimously)
• 2026 Sanitary Sewer Utility Rates with 3.5% increase and related bylaw amendments approved (Carried; opposed: Gu, Tetrault)
• Draft 2026‑2030 Capital Plan ($1.7 B) and $400,000 school‑safety fund advance approved (Carried; opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal, Lee, Wang)
• Property‑tax rate increase of 2.90% for 2026 approved (Carried; opposed: Lee)
• Growth Infrastructure Levy of 1.90% approved (Carried; opposed: Lee, Wang)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. It will receive reports on the Fall 2025 community grant applications and the 2025 Food Security Initiative grant applications. A correspondence item notes the allocation of funds to the Burnaby Female Ice Hockey 18th Annual Remembrance Day Tournament.

• Adoption of agenda for November 3, 2025
• Adoption of minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting
• Fall 2025 Community Grant Applications (Recreational Sport, Operating, Initiative, Subsidized Use)
• 2025 Food Security Initiative Grant Applications
• Allocation of funds to Burnaby Female Ice Hockey 18th Annual Remembrance Day Tournament

The Executive Committee unanimously approved a series of community grants covering recreation, operating, initiative, facility use, and food‑security programs. One initiative grant for the Burnaby Hospital Foundation gala was denied and two other initiative requests were referred to staff for further review. The committee also allocated funds to designate the Burnaby Female Ice Hockey 18th Annual Remembrance Day Tournament as an International Tournament.

• Approved $900 Recreation Sports grant to BC Lacrosse Association U15 Female (unanimous)
• Approved $1,800 Recreation Sports grant to Burnaby Canoe and Kayak Club (unanimous)
• Approved four Operating grants totaling $25,845 and referred Burnaby Seniors Resource Society operating grant to staff (unanimous)
• Approved six Initiative grants totaling $45,785.48, denied $9,000 Burnaby Hospital Foundation gala grant, and referred $6,900 Burnaby Seniors Resource Society Healthy Aging grant to staff (unanimous)
• Approved seven Subsidized Use of City Facility Space grants totaling $38,? (unanimous)
• Approved nine Food Security grants of $3,640.78 each to various community groups (unanimous)
• Allocated funds for Burnaby Female Ice Hockey’s 18th Annual Remembrance Day Tournament as an International Tournament (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear a delegation on City of Burnaby bylaw enforcement, invited presentations on Canadian National Railway safety and special events safety and security, and review several information reports. These reports include updates from the Burnaby RCMP Detachment, fire department status, Community Safety Advisory Committee, and key findings and recommendations from SFU research on the RCMP's Gang Enforcement Team.

• Delegation: Valeria Irene Fortin – City of Burnaby Bylaw Enforcement
• Invited Presentation: Canadian National Railway Company – Railway Safety
• Invited Presentation: Special Events Safety and Security
• Information Report: Key Findings and Recommendations from SFU Research on the Burnaby RCMP's Gang Enforcement Team
• Information Report: RCMP Status Report (April–July 2025) and Annual Performance Plan Quarterly Report

The Public Safety Committee adopted its agenda and the June 25, 2025 minutes, and received several informational reports on RCMP, fire services, and community safety. It approved sending a letter of appreciation to outgoing resident representatives Heymann Yip and Dennis Knol. The committee announced that the Interactive Crime Mapping Project will be available to the public on the City’s website in November 2025. All motions carried unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted June 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Received SFU research report on RCMP Gang Enforcement Team (unanimous)
• Received RCMP status and performance reports (unanimous)
• Received Fire Department status report (unanimous)
• Received Community Safety Advisory Committee reports (unanimous)
• Approved letter of appreciation to Heymann Yip and Dennis Knol (unanimous)
• Announced launch of Interactive Crime Mapping Project in November 2025 (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of correspondence and public notice submissions for Council review. Staff are processing a high volume of submissions regarding proposed R1 District zoning amendments and referring other items to advisory committees.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments for R1 SSMUH District
• Burnaby-North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project - Option #1 (Hastings/Willingdon)
• HUB Cycling proposal for speed limits on all neighbourhood streets
• Pedestrian safety submissions for Brentwood and Kitchener Elementary School
• Arab Canadian Lawyers Association letter regarding anti-Palestinian racism

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda, approve recent meeting minutes, and hear delegations from community groups. It will consider administrative reports that include proposed zoning bylaw amendments for the R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing district and for community benefit and capital cost rates. The council will also vote on contract approvals for synthetic turf at Burnaby Lake Sports Complex fields 1 and 2, two additional recycling trucks, and several software subscription renewals. Committee reports and consent agenda items will be presented for information and approval.

• Proposed zoning bylaw amendments for the R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing (SSMUH) District
• Proposed zoning bylaw amendments to establish Community Benefit Rates and Capital Cost Rates
• Contract award for supply and installation of synthetic turf at Burnaby Lake Sports Complex fields 1 and 2
• Contract change for the supply and delivery of two additional recycling trucks
• Grant of $500 to Hope and Health for Life Society for the 5th Annual “Santa on the Pitch” event

The council approved a set of amendments to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw for the R1 Small‑Scale Multi‑Unit Housing District, including new height measurements and coverage limits. A key change reduces the total coverage on lots ≤567 m² from 40% to 30%. The amendments were adopted after a prior motion advanced the bylaw to a future public hearing. All votes were carried unanimously except the coverage amendment, which passed despite opposition from four councillors.

• Adopt Open Council agenda (unanimous)
• Adopt minutes from Oct 6, Oct 9, and Oct 14 meetings (unanimous)
• Advance R1 SSMUH zoning bylaw amendments to a future public hearing (Resolution 2025‑526, unanimous)
• Amend recommendation No. 5: change coverage for ≤567 m² lots from 40% to 30% (carried, opposed by Councillors Calendino, Dhaliwal, Lee, Wang)
• Adopt final R1 SSMUH zoning amendments (Resolution 2025‑527, unanimous)
• Refer Proposed Motion on R1 SSMUH zoning to staff for legal opinion (Resolution 2025‑528, unanimous)
• Authorize community benefit and capital cost rate bylaw amendments (Resolution 2025‑529, unanimous)
• Approve 2026 meeting schedules and start times for Council, Public Hearings, and Standing Committees (Resolution 2025‑530, unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive an information report regarding the Draft 2026-2030 Operating Budget. Staff will provide a presentation on the budget overview, operating reserves, and grant-funded initiatives.

• Verbal report on Draft 2026-2030 Operating Budget

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will seek approval for participation in a provincial electric kick scooter pilot and the final Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan. The body will also review funding applications for 2026 TransLink cost-share projects and receive updates on regional transport and bikeway plans.

• Approval for participation in the Provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project
• Approval for the Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan
• TransLink 2026 Local Government Funding Program cost-share applications
• Status update on Southeast Bikeway Upgrade Project Phase 2
• Presentation from TransLink regarding the Burrard Peninsula Area Transport Plan

The Transportation Committee approved Burnaby’s participation in the provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project, despite one opposition. The committee also approved the Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan. Finally, staff were directed to investigate a city‑wide 30 km/h speed limit on local streets and report back.

• Approved Burnaby’s participation in the BC Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project (carried, opposed by Rep. Lai)
• Approved the Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan (carried unanimously)
• Directed staff to investigate implementing a 30 km/h speed limit on all local streets and report back (carried unanimously)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, consider senior lunch/dinner grant requests, approve a $500 grant to Hope and Health for its 5th annual "Santa on the Pitch" event, and approve the wording for the Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre plaque. It will also receive a report on the 2025 Sport Hosting Grant intake and hold a closed session for confidential matters under the Community Charter.

• Approve $500 grant to Hope and Health for the Santa on the Pitch event
• Authorize 2025 seniors lunch/dinner grants (amount not specified)
• Approve wording/content for the Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre plaque
• Review 2025 Sport Hosting Grant intake report
• Closed session to discuss confidential matters per Community Charter sections

Environment Committee

The Environment Committee will consider proposed amendments to Bylaw No. 14461 and seek council approval to begin stakeholder engagement on the changes. It will also receive a delegation presentation on the Guardians of Green initiative and review information reports on the city’s Environmental Sustainability Strategy and 2024 City Energy Strategy progress.

• Proposed amendments to Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion Bylaw No. 14461 (approval for engagement)
• Delegation presentation: Guardians of Green – Khushboo Bishnoi
• Environmental Sustainability Strategy review by UBC Sustainability Scholar
• City Energy Strategy Progress Report 2024
• Correspondence on Stoney Creek Stormwater Management Plan

The Environment Committee unanimously approved staff to engage with interested parties on proposed amendments to the Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion Bylaw No. 14461. The committee also adopted its agenda and the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. It received informational reports on the Environmental Sustainability Strategy review and the 2024 City Energy Strategy progress. A letter of appreciation was approved for outgoing members Cynthia van Ginkel and Tara Shushtarian.

• Authorized staff engagement on Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion Bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for October 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from March 31, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Environmental Sustainability Strategy Review report (unanimous)
• Received City Energy Strategy Progress Report 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved appreciation letter to Cynthia van Ginkel and Tara Shushtarian (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee will present early findings of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Plan, including Phase 1 key findings and Phase 2 visioning reports, and solicit feedback. Delegations from the Indcan Cricket Club and the Burnaby Mountain Biking Association will give updates on cricket development and trail maintenance. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Presentation of Parks, Recreation and Culture Plan early findings (Phase 1 Key Findings Report and Phase 2 Visioning and What We Heard Report)
• Delegation: Indcan Cricket Club – discussion on advancing cricket in Burnaby
• Delegation: Burnaby Mountain Biking Association – trail maintenance update

The committee adopted its agenda and the June 19, 2025 minutes unanimously. It voted to refer the Indcan Cricket Club presentation to staff for further review. The Parks, Recreation and Culture Plan report was received for information, and a letter of appreciation was approved for departing Resident Representative Rainy Kent.

• Adopted agenda (including Item 9.1) – carried unanimously
• Adopted June 19, 2025 minutes – carried unanimously
• Referred Indcan Cricket Club presentation to staff – carried unanimously
• Received Parks, Recreation and Culture Plan report for information – carried unanimously
• Approved letter of appreciation to Rainy Kent – carried unanimously

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee will receive updates and presentations from several community organizations. The meeting includes reports on youth and seniors' services and a request regarding anti-Palestinian racism.

• Project update from BC Centre For Ability/Foundry Burnaby
• Introduction to Seniors First BC
• Presentation by GAIA Community Care and Wellness Society on culturally inclusive seniors' services
• Request from Network of Burnaby Residents for Palestine to adopt a Framework for Anti-Palestinian Racism

The Social Planning Committee unanimously adopted the definition and framework of anti‑Palestinian racism into Burnaby’s Anti‑Racism Framework. It also unanimously directed staff to explore adding Seniors First BC as a resource on the city website and to connect Gaia Community Care with resources to secure space for expanding its adult day program for Chinese seniors. No other substantive motions were decided.

• Adopt anti‑Palestinian racism definition into Anti‑Racism Framework – carried unanimously
• Direct staff to explore adding Seniors First BC as a resource on the City website – carried unanimously
• Direct staff to connect Gaia Community Care with resources to secure programming space for ADP expansion – carried unanimously

City Council Meeting

City Council will discuss several administrative reports, including a proposal to declare a building at 6677 Silver Avenue unsafe for demolition. The body is also reviewing zoning amendments for small-scale multi-unit housing and a new shelter and supportive housing strategy.

• Proposed demolition of the building at 6677 Silver Avenue
• Zoning bylaw amendments for the R1 small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) District
• Proposed penalty rate changes for parking and vehicle related offences
• One-time funding grant request for Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre
• Repeal of three discriminatory bylaws targeting people of Chinese descent

The council adopted the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. It approved proposed amendments to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw for the R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing district and directed staff to implement specific height, lot‑coverage, and setback changes, also requiring non‑compliant permit applications to be referred to council. Additional unanimous actions included ordering the demolition of 6677 Silver Avenue, approving a $50,000 grant for the Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre, and amending parking, tax‑prepayment, and bank‑signing officer bylaws.

• Approved proposed R1 SSMUH District zoning bylaw amendments (Resolution 2025‑480) – carried unanimously
• Directed staff to amend R1 District zoning with height and lot‑coverage limits (Resolution 2025‑481) – carried unanimously
• Required non‑compliant R1 District permit applications be brought to council (Resolution 2025‑482) – carried unanimously
• Declared 6677 Silver Avenue unsafe and ordered demolition (Resolution 2025‑484) – carried unanimously
• Approved $50,000 one‑time grant for Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre (Resolution 2025‑485) – carried unanimously
• Approved amendments to Parking/Vehicle Offences Bylaw 2009 (Resolution 2025‑483) – carried unanimously
• Approved amendments to Tax and Utilities Prepayment Bylaw 2019 (Resolution 2025‑486) – carried unanimously
• Approved new signing officers for city bank accounts (Resolution 2025‑487) – carried unanimously

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The Burnaby City Council will consider a range of correspondence and public‑notice submissions, providing staff responses where required. Items include concerns about wildlife feeding, support and opposition to the Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project, and resident support for various UBCM resolutions. The council will also refer certain matters to advisory bodies and share informational updates.

• The Fur‑Bearers – concerns regarding wildlife feeding in Burnaby
• Support for the Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project – Option #1 – Hastings/Willingdon
• Opposition to the Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project – Option #1 – Hastings/Willingdon
• Support for UBCM Resolution NR17 – Declaring Housing as a Human Right
• Support for UBCM Resolution NR75 – Mobile Live Animal Programs

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive an information report regarding the Draft 2026-2030 Capital Plan, Reserves and Reserve Funds. This item includes a staff presentation by the Deputy General Manager of Finance and the Director of Budgets and Reporting.

• Information report on Draft 2026-2030 Capital Plan, Reserves and Reserve Funds

The Committee of the Whole met on Oct 9, 2025 and heard reports on the draft 2026‑2030 Capital Plan, reserve funds, and project lists. No motions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, then discuss a recommended approach for processing development fees and charges on new R‑District rezonings. It will also consider several rezoning applications, including a student‑housing project on Rathburn Drive and multiple‑family rental proposals on Newcombe and 10th Avenue, Lougheed Highway, Hastings Street, and Barker Avenue. The committee will seek Council authorization to forward these rezoning items to future Council readings.

• Recommended approach to processing development fees and charges for new R‑District rezonings
• REZ #25-19 – Rathburn Drive: purpose‑built multiple‑family rental for student accommodation (Lougheed Town Centre Plan)
• REZ #25-08 – Newcombe and 10th Avenue: multiple‑family residential purpose‑built rental (Newcombe Land Use Plan)
• REZ #25-10 – Portion of 6800 Lougheed Highway: Phase 1A Burnaby Lake Village (Bainbridge Urban Village)
• REZ #25-14 – 4269 Hastings Street: mixed‑use development (Hastings Street Area Plan)

The Planning and Development Committee approved a new approach to processing development fees, with Councillor Calendino opposing the motion. It authorized staff to continue work on the Rathburn Drive student housing project despite opposition from Councillor Gu. The committee also approved the preparation and advancement of rezoning bylaws for REZ #25-08, REZ #25-10, REZ #25-14, and REZ #25-15, each with associated housing agreements where noted. All motions carried, most unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (amended) – carried unanimously
• Adopted September 8, 2025 minutes – carried unanimously
• Approved development fees processing approach – carried (Opposed: Councillor Calendino)
• Authorized work on REZ #25-19 Rathburn Drive student housing – carried (Opposed: Councillor Gu)
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #25-08 – carried unanimously
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #25-10 – carried unanimously
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #25-14 – carried unanimously
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #25-15 – carried unanimously

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will consider a Temporary Financing Bylaw that requests council authorization to borrow funds for the city’s 2026 expenditures. The committee will also review the financial report for period 08, including revenue, expenditures, and capital plan updates. Additional briefings will be given on significant civic projects and the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Year 2 mid‑term status.

• Temporary Financing Bylaw – request for borrowing authority for 2026 expenditures
• Financial Report as at Period 08 – overview of revenue, expenditures, and capital plan compared to the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan
• Significant Civic Projects – status update presentation by Director Civic Projects
• CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Program Year 2 Mid‑Term – status update and financial summary
• Purchase orders between $250,000‑$1,000,000 (2025 Period 01‑08) listed in attachment

The Financial Management Committee unanimously adopted its agenda and the September 2 minutes. It authorized the City Solicitor to introduce a Temporary Financing Bylaw allowing up to $20 million in borrowing for 2026. Three informational reports were received and noted. The Committee also voted to enter a closed session and then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda for October 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted September 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized City Solicitor to bring forward Temporary Financing Bylaw for up to $20 M borrowing in 2026 (unanimous)
• Received Financial Report as at Period 08 for information (unanimous)
• Received Significant Civic Projects status update for information (unanimous)
• Received CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund Year 2 mid‑term report for information (unanimous)
• Resolved to enter a closed meeting under the Community Charter (unanimous)
• Adjourned the open committee meeting (unanimous)

Public Hearing

Burnaby City Council is holding a public hearing on October 6, 2025 to receive representations on the proposed Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan. Residents may speak in person, submit written comments by 2:45 PM that day, or participate via a Zoom webinar. The OCP documents, including the final plan (dated 2025‑09‑09) and an engagement summary, are posted on the city website. No council decisions will be made at this hearing.

• Public hearing on Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 14762)
• Written comment submissions due by 2:45 PM Oct 6, 2025 (email, mail, or webform)
• Live Zoom webinar participation instructions on Burnaby.ca/PublicHearings
• OCP documents (final plan PDF, engagement summary, correspondence PDFs) available on Burnaby.ca/publichearings

On October 6, 2025, Burnaby City Council conducted a public hearing on the proposed Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 14762). The hearing presented the plan’s purpose and framework and recorded 29 letters and two petitions with a total of 610 signatures from residents. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded during this meeting.

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee will review draft minutes from July, receive a presentation from UBC IDEA Lab, and consider a grant application for submission. The meeting also includes updates on the Brentwood Town Centre pilot and accessibility feedback.

• Review draft minutes from July 2, 2025
• Presentation from UBC IDEA Lab
• Authorization to submit Local Community Accessibility Grant application
• Update on Brentwood Town Centre Accessibility Improvement Pilot
• Review of Accessibility Feedback Form submissions from July and August 2025

The Access Advisory Committee unanimously adopted its meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously authorized staff to submit an application for the Local Community Accessibility Grant and directed the Chair to prepare a supporting letter. The committee received, for information, the Brentwood Town Centre Accessibility Improvement Pilot update and the Accessibility Feedback Form report.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted July 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized application to Local Community Accessibility Grant (unanimous)
• Directed Chair to prepare support letter for grant (unanimous)
• Received Brentwood Town Centre Accessibility Improvement Pilot update (unanimous)
• Received Accessibility Feedback Form report (unanimous)

Tax Sale

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

The City of Burnaby held a tax sale on September 29, 2025. Two properties—6574 Walker Avenue and 8776 Burrard Inlet—were sold to Keenan Webb for $845.27 and $5,000.00 respectively. No vote was recorded; the sales were completed as described.

• Sold 6574 Walker Avenue for $845.27 to Keenan Webb
• Sold 8776 Burrard Inlet for $5,000.00 to Keenan Webb

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

At this meeting, Burnaby City Council will receive and consider a range of written submissions from residents and organizations. Items include an environmental impact inquiry about the Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre, a request to clean and dredge Eagle Creek, and various letters supporting or opposing the Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) project. The council will also forward certain correspondence to advisory committees, such as the International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee and the Public Safety Committee. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is for informational and referral purposes.

• Inquiry on environmental impacts of the Rowan Avenue Child Care Centre on Blue Heron nesting (Section 1.1)
• Request for clean‑up and dredging of Eagle Creek at 7435 Woodbrook Place (Section 1.2)
• Support for Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project – Option #1, Hastings/Willingdon (Section 3.11)
• Opposition to Burnaby‑North Shore Rapid Bus Transit (BRT) Project – Option #1, Hastings/Willingdon (Section 3.12)
• Letter of appreciation from the Mayor of Kushiro to Burnaby (Section 2.1.1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee will hear a verbal report reviewing the City’s R1 zoning district bylaw, covering development control criteria, amendment control criteria, and permit approval timelines. The presentation will be delivered by Lee‑Ann Garnett, Deputy General Manager Planning and Development, and Andrew Macaulay, Planner 3. No decisions or votes are indicated for this item.

• Verbal report: R1 District Bylaw review (DCCs, ACCs, permit timelines)

The Committee of the Whole approved a motion directing staff to report back to Council with proposed amendments to the R1 zoning district to address community concerns about bulk, massing, and height, and to align the timing with the adoption of the new Official Community Plan. The motion was carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m. unanimously.

• Directed staff to report back with proposed R1 District amendments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

The Council will receive a verbal report regarding the review of the City's R1 Zoning District bylaw. This review includes development cost charges (DCCs), amenity contribution charges (ACCs), and permit approval timelines.

• Verbal report on R1 District bylaw review

The council adopted Resolution No. S2025‑008, directing staff to report back with proposed amendments to the R1 District Bylaw that address community concerns about bulk, massing, and height. The staff will time these amendments to follow the adoption of the new Official Community Plan. The resolution was carried unanimously.

• Resolution S2025‑008: Direct staff to propose R1 District bylaw amendments (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

Council will receive the Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan Bylaw for first and second readings and a referral to a public hearing. The meeting also includes approval of fee and charge amendments for January 1 2026, a mayoral task force on economic growth, and several contract awards for infrastructure and public‑art projects. Additional items cover zoning amendments, tax exemptions, and updates on civic projects.

• Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan Bylaw – first and second reading (Item 11.1.1)
• Amendment to Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965 to add inclusionary rental requirements (Item 11.1.2)
• Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw amendments effective Jan 1 2026 (Item 7.3)
• Contract award for Metro Vancouver Central Park Main No. 2 water‑main upgrade along Imperial Street (Item 7.7)
• Mural Funding Proposal for Alaska Street overpass retaining wall (Item 7.6)

Council unanimously approved the Burnaby 2050 Official Community Plan Bylaw for first and second reading, referred it for comment, and scheduled a public hearing for Oct 6, 2025. The council also approved a mayor’s task force on economic growth, fee and tax bylaw changes effective Jan 1, 2026, and several contract awards and a mural grant. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Burnaby 2050 OCP Bylaw first and second reading (unanimous)
• Referred Burnaby 2050 OCP Bylaw to Provincial Agricultural Land Commission (unanimous)
• Advanced Burnaby 2050 OCP Bylaw to public hearing on Oct 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved creation of Mayor’s Task Force on Economic Growth and Resilience (unanimous)
• Approved Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw changes effective Jan 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Permissive Property Tax Exemptions for 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Samantha Pellizzari as Chief Election Officer and Josh Comia & Alix Nay as Deputy Chief Election Officers (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 mural funding for Alaska Street (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Items include proposals for social housing and traffic improvements, as well as public feedback on specific rezoning applications.

• Proposal for government takeover of failed housing projects for middle-income social housing
• Requests regarding traffic flow at Government Road and speeding on Gaglardi Way
• Public submissions for REZ #24-22 at 5978 Wilson Avenue
• Public submissions for REZ #25-03 at 9500 Erickson Drive
• Request for a garbage can at Bus Stop #52746

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear a delegation from the Yoruba Social & Cultural Association about the Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo, and review several policy items. Items under administrative reports include a review of the Community Grant Policy, updates to the Terms of Reference for the Executive and Public Safety Committees, a review of the Council Official Opening Plaques policy, and an update on the Festivals Burnaby Grant program with a recommendation for a small new grant. The council will seek direction on any changes to the Community Grant Policy and approval of the Festivals Burnaby Grant update.

• Community Grant Policy Review – update and direction on policy changes
• Terms of Reference updates for Executive Committee of Council and Public Safety Committee
• Content and Design review for Council Official Opening Plaques policy
• Festivals Burnaby Grant – September 2025 update and recommendation for a small new grant
• Delegation from Yoruba Social & Cultural Association – presentation on Metro Vancouver Black Business Expo

The Executive Committee updated the Community Grant Policy, the Terms of Reference for both the Executive Committee and the Public Safety Committee, and the Council Official Opening Plaques Policy, all by unanimous consent. It also approved a $3,000 disbursement from the Festivals Burnaby Grant to the Vivek Canada Foundation and approved recommendations for three other festival applicants. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Updated Community Grant Policy (unanimous)
• Updated Terms of Reference for Executive Committee and Public Safety Committee (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Council Official Opening Plaques Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 Festivals Burnaby Grant to Vivek Canada Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved adjudication panel recommendations for Philippine Days Festival Society (unanimous)
• Approved adjudication panel recommendations for Pandit Jasraj School of Music Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved adjudication panel recommendations for Eurofest BC Society (unanimous)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, hear a delegation from Kathy Corrigan about Bills 44 and 47 and related Burnaby bylaw changes, and receive two pieces of correspondence—one on Bill 44’s limited multiplex requirements and another proposing a government takeover of failed housing projects for middle‑income social housing. The committee will also consider REZ #23-15, a conceptual master‑plan update for a portion of 4567 Lougheed Highway, and decide whether to forward it to council for first and second reading.

• REZ #23-15 – Portion of 4567 Lougheed Highway – Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan Update; request to forward to council for reading
• Delegation: Kathy Corrigan – concerns about impact of Bills 44 and 47 and Burnaby bylaw changes
• Correspondence: Amrita Narciso – North Vancouver finds Bill 44 only requires multiplexes on a few lots
• Correspondence: Simon Seah – proposal for government takeover of failed housing projects to provide middle‑income social housing in Burnaby

The Planning and Development Committee adopted its agenda and the July 9, 2025 minutes. It voted to refer the REZ #23-15 Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan report to staff for further review and to bring it back to a future meeting. The committee also forwarded a correspondence from Simon Seah about a government takeover of failed housing projects to the Burnaby Housing Authority Corporation. The meeting was adjourned at 3:32 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from July 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Referred REZ #23-15 – Portion of 4567 Lougheed Highway – Brentwood Site Conceptual Master Plan report to staff for further review (unanimous)
• Forwarded Simon Seah correspondence on government takeover of failed housing projects to Burnaby Housing Authority Corporation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:32 p.m. (unanimous)

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will consider a request to continue the Lower Mainland Local Government Association membership, receive an economic development update from the Burnaby Board of Trade, get status updates on significant civic and major engineering projects, review revisions to the 2026 Financial Plan Survey, and discuss a revenue opportunity to modernize the Burnaby Mountain and Riverway driving ranges with interactive ball‑tracking technology.

• Request for council authorization to continue LMLGA membership in 2025
• Burnaby Board of Trade delegation presenting annual economic development update
• Status update on significant civic projects (presentation by Charles Allen)
• Revisions to the 2026 Financial Plan Survey
• Revenue opportunity: modernization of city driving ranges using interactive ball‑tracking technology

The committee approved the city’s membership in the Lower Mainland Local Government Association for 2025, authorizing dues of $7,395.15. It also authorized the modernization of the Burnaby Mountain and Riverway driving ranges, allocating up to $1.5 million from the Capital Asset Works Financing Reserve Fund. Additional items included receiving several status reports for information, rescheduling the November 4 meeting to 10:00 am, and moving to a closed portion of the meeting under specified statutory sections. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved LMLGA membership dues $7,395.15 (unanimous)
• Authorized modernization of Burnaby Mountain and Riverway driving ranges (unanimous)
• Allocated capital envelope not exceeding $1.5 M from the Capital Asset Works Financing Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Received for information the report on revisions to the 2026 Financial Plan Survey (unanimous)
• Received for information the status update on significant civic projects (unanimous)
• Received for information the status update on major engineering projects (unanimous)
• Rescheduled November 4, 2025 FMC meeting to 10:00 am (unanimous)
• Resolved to hold a closed portion of the meeting under specified statutory sections (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

Burnaby City Council will consider proposed zoning bylaw amendments for inclusionary rental requirements and community benefit bonuses, along with recommendations for private retail cannabis applications. The meeting also includes updates on the Burnaby Lake Overpass Project and a delegation regarding local news.

• Proposed zoning bylaw amendments for inclusionary rental and community benefit bonus
• Recommendations for retail cannabis applications in the Southeast Quadrant
• Delegation: Save Our Local News Campaign
• Burnaby Lake Overpass Project update
• Proposed Code of Conduct Bylaw amendments for Council Member Lobbyist Registry

Council adopted the meeting agenda and prior minutes unanimously. It approved a mayoral letter urging a full two‑way arms embargo on Israel, transformation of the Gaza temporary resident visa program, and signing the Apartheid‑Free Communities pledge. The council also approved inclusionary‑rental zoning amendments (opposed by Councillors Calendino and Dhaliwal), approved Indigenous flag displays for September 2025, directed a highway‑closure bylaw for Delta Avenue allowances, made cannabis licence recommendations, advanced a rezoning bylaw for Still Creek Avenue, extended GBA+ to all high‑level city plans, and approved contracts for Cisco Smartnet products and website hosting.

• Approved mayoral letter urging two‑way arms embargo on Israel and Gaza visa changes (unanimous)
• Approved inclusionary rental zoning amendments and community‑bonus funds (opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal)
• Approved display of Indigenous flags at City Hall in September 2025 (unanimous)
• Directed City Solicitor to bring forward Highway Closure Bylaw for Delta Avenue allowances (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of cannabis licences for Boss Cannabis, J’s Cannabis, Dutch Love and approval for Muse Cannabis (opposed: Lee, Wang)
• Advanced Rezoning Bylaw for 3944 & 3942 Still Creek Avenue to first/second reading (unanimous)
• Extended Gender Based Analysis Plus to all high‑level city plans (unanimous)
• Approved contract award to CDW Canada Corp. for Cisco Smartnet products ($975,372) (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of staff responses to resident correspondence and the collection of public submissions. The body is reviewing requests regarding pedestrian safety, park noise, and parking, as well as public feedback on specific rezoning applications.

• Installation of a pedestrian-activated signal at 5420 Marine Drive expected by end of September 2025
• Proposed text amendment to Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965 regarding separation between liquor and cannabis stores
• Public submissions for rezoning application REZ #24-22 at 5978 Wilson Avenue
• Public submissions for rezoning application REZ #25-03 at 9500 Erickson Drive
• Adjustment of parking limit signs at Barnet Marine Park for Lotus Club regattas starting September 13, 2025

Special Council Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss a Sister City Agreement and a commemorative pledge with Hwaseong Special City, Republic of Korea. The items aim to promote joint development and mark the 15th anniversary of the affiliation.

• Sister City Agreement between Hwaseong Special City, Republic of Korea, and the City of Burnaby
• Sister City Pledge commemorating the 15th Anniversary of the affiliation

The council unanimously approved the Sister City Agreement with Hwaseong Special City, Republic of Korea (Resolution S2025‑006). It also unanimously approved the Sister City Pledge commemorating the 15th anniversary of the affiliation (Resolution S2025‑007). The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 a.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved Sister City Agreement with Hwaseong (Resolution S2025‑006) – unanimous
• Approved Sister City Pledge with Hwaseong (Resolution S2025‑007) – unanimous
• Adjourned the special council meeting – unanimous

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive a verbal report on the Burnaby Public Library Strategic Facilities Plan. The purpose of the session is to provide information and seek feedback on the plan.

• Burnaby Public Library Strategic Facilities Plan presentation by Chief Librarian Beth Davies and studioHuB architects

The meeting was called to order at 11:05 am and included a presentation on the Burnaby Public Library Strategic Facilities Plan. No motions or approvals were made; the only action was the unanimous adjournment at 11:55 am.

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The Burnaby Council agenda for July 22, 2025, consists entirely of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff will respond to letters regarding a MADD campaign, a sister city relationship with Mesa, Arizona, and a rental use transfer proposal. The agenda also includes public notices for a cannabis store at 7347B Edmonds Street and a development permit for Southwest Garden Supplies at 4838 Byrne Road.

• MADD Metro Vancouver invited to host Red Ribbon Campaign
• Sister city relationship with Mesa, Arizona proposed
• Bosa Properties rental use transfer proposal referred to committee
• Public notice for cannabis store at 7347B Edmonds Street
• Public notice for development permit at 4838 Byrne Road

City Council Meeting

At its July 22, 2025 meeting, Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes, and consider a series of items. Key decisions include granting a statutory right‑of‑way to BC Hydro at 7054 Stride Avenue, reviewing pending retail cannabis applications, and approving several development variance permits and contract changes. The council will also receive updates on reserves, parking fee rates, and sister‑city activities.

• Statutory Right‑of‑Way for BC Hydro installations at 7054 Stride Avenue (CA‑3181 P1)
• Retail cannabis applications pending zoning bylaw amendment (204‑9855 Austin Road; 3722 Canada Way)
• Development Variance Permit #24‑04 – retaining wall height variance at 2751 Production Way
• Contract Change for security officer services at various City locations
• Proposed on‑street public parking fee rate increase in Broadview neighbourhood, Lake City Way Station, Production Way University Station, and Lougheed Town Centre area

The council unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the July 8 minutes. It approved recommendations to issue retail cannabis licences for Kelo Cannabis and Local Cannabis, pending the adoption of Bylaw 14754. A statutory right‑of‑way was granted to BC Hydro on 7054 Stride Avenue. The council also approved a $1,202,205 contract change to Parsons Inc. for engineering consulting services for non‑market housing projects.

• Adopted agenda – carried unanimously
• Adopted July 8 minutes – carried unanimously
• Recommended retail cannabis licence for Kelo Cannabis – carried (opposed: Councillors Lee and Wang)
• Recommended retail cannabis licence for Local Cannabis – carried (opposed: Councillors Lee and Wang)
• Granted statutory right‑of‑way to BC Hydro at 7054 Stride Avenue – carried unanimously
• Approved contract change to Parsons Inc. for $1,202,205 engineering services – carried unanimously
• Approved contract change to Guardteck Security for $215,000 security services – carried unanimously
• Approved contract change to CDW Canada Corp. for $214,157 NetApp products – carried unanimously

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, then review updates to city reserves, a proposed increase to on‑street public parking fees in the Broadview, Lake City Way Station, Production Way University Station and Lougheed Town Centre areas, and changes to traffic‑control permit fees. The committee will also receive briefings on the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan process, provincial borrowing‑regulation changes, and status updates on major civic and engineering projects.

• Proposed on‑street public parking fee rate increase for Broadview neighbourhood (excluding Sunset St, Smith Ave, Kincaid St), Lake City Way Station, Production Way University Station, and Lougheed Town Centre
• Traffic Control Permit fee changes to be incorporated into the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Reserves updates: establishment of new reserves, transfer between capital reserve funds, and consolidation of gaming and operating gaming interest reserves
• Presentation of the 2026‑2030 Financial Plan process and proposed timelines
• Briefing on recent provincial changes to borrowing regulations for BC municipalities

The Financial Management Committee unanimously approved the proposed on‑street public parking fee increase for the Broadview neighbourhood (excluding Sunset Street, Smith Avenue, and Kincaid Street), Lake City Way Station and Production Way University Station area, and Lougheed Town Centre area, to take effect on October 3, 2025. The Committee also approved the creation of a Burnaby Mountain Safety Reserve, consolidation of gaming reserves, closure of the Deer Lake Tenant Improvement Reserve with transfer of its balance to the Capital Asset Works Financing Reserve Fund, and the Traffic Control Permit fee changes for incorporation into the bylaw effective January 1, 2026.

• Approved on‑street public parking fee increase (unanimous)
• Authorized creation of Burnaby Mountain Safety Reserve (unanimous)
• Authorized consolidation of Gaming and Operating Gaming (Interest) Reserves (unanimous)
• Authorized closure of Deer Lake Tenant Improvement Reserve and transfer of balance to Capital Asset Works Financing Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Control Permit fee changes for inclusion in the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring of two temporary staff for Burnaby Mountain Emergency Exercise planning (unanimous)
• Tabled Project Procurement and Delivery Models report until September 2025 (unanimous)
• Received various informational reports (unanimous)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will consider authorizing two rezoning applications for high-rise residential developments and propose amendments to rental use zoning policy. The committee will also review a delegation and a progress update on tenant protection bylaws.

• Proposed amendments to Rental Use Zoning Policy Stream 2
• REZ #24-22: 5978 Wilson Avenue high-rise development
• REZ #25-03: 9500 Erickson Drive rental infill development
• Progress update on Tenant Protection Bylaw
• Rescheduling of the September PDC meeting

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the June 11 meeting, both unanimously. It approved the preparation and advancement of rezoning bylaws for REZ #24-22 at 5978 Wilson Avenue and REZ #25-03 at 9500 Erickson Drive, and authorized related housing agreement bylaws and prerequisite conditions, all unanimously. The committee also approved an amendment to Stream 2 of the Rental Use Zoning Policy to allow surplus RMR density for market rentals, and rescheduled its September meeting to September 8, 2025, each by unanimous consent.

• Adopted agenda (amended) – carried unanimously
• Adopted June 11 minutes – carried unanimously
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #24-22 to be advanced to First and Second Reading – carried unanimously
• Authorized staff to proceed with Option 1 (non‑market rental obligation transfer) – carried unanimously
• Authorized City Solicitor to bring forward three Housing Agreement Bylaws – carried unanimously
• Approved rezoning bylaw for REZ #25-03 to be advanced to First and Second Reading – carried unanimously
• Approved amendment to Rental Use Zoning Policy Stream 2 for market rentals – carried unanimously
• Rescheduled September Planning and Development Committee meeting to Sep 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm – carried unanimously

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The Burnaby Council agenda consists entirely of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff notes address resident concerns regarding building covenants, construction regulations, litter, and privacy bylaws. Correspondence is referred to advisory bodies or provided for information.

• Staff note on restrictive covenants for building permits
• Staff note on Bill 44 and construction regulations
• Correspondence on litter in Burnaby
• Correspondence on privacy bylaws and security cameras
• Public notice submission for Boss Cannabis Ltd. at 7347B Edmonds Street

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider contract awards for key road and bridge projects, including Victory Street–Gray Avenue upgrades, a Vancouver‑to‑SFU cycling connection, and repairs to the Westminster Avenue Bridge. It will also review contract changes for reflective pavement markers and a fleet of subcompact electric vehicles, adopt housing‑agreement bylaws, and hear invited presentations on community collaboration and energy needs.

• Contract Award (CA-3233) for Victory Street – Gray Avenue Road Upgrades
• Contract Award (CA-7030) for Vancouver to SFU Cycling Connection
• Contract Award (CB-8049) for Westminster Avenue Bridge (Still Creek) Approach Repair
• Contract Change (CC) for Recessed Reflective Pavement Markers
• Contract Change (CC) for Subcompact Crossover SUV Electric Vehicles

The council adopted the meeting agenda and June minutes unanimously. It approved eight contract awards and changes, including road upgrades, a cycling connection, bridge repair, basketball courts, electric vehicles, gutter cleaning, concrete supply, and endorsed an electric‑bike share pilot program. All items were carried unanimously.

• Approved $2,913,245 Victory Street – Gray Avenue Road Upgrades contract (unanimous)
• Approved $506,999 Vancouver to SFU Cycling Connection contract (unanimous)
• Approved $518,276 Westminster Avenue Bridge Approach Repair contract (unanimous)
• Approved $639,515 Willingdon Heights Basketball Courts contract (unanimous)
• Approved $837,852 Subcompact Crossover SUV Electric Vehicles contract change (unanimous)
• Approved $273,000 Commercial Gutter Cleaning contract change (unanimous)
• Approved $747,000 Portland Cement Concrete contract renewal (unanimous)
• Endorsed Electric‑Bike Share Pilot Program and directed procurement (unanimous)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council will review administrative reports on naming and commemoration policy directions, updates to interim guidelines for naming civic assets, an update on the Burnaby Plaza paver dedication ceremony, a request to donate abandoned bicycles to community groups, and a referral to approve a draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy with associated approval thresholds.

• Policy Directions for Naming and Commemoration Framework
• Update to Interim Guidelines and Procedures for Naming Civic Assets
• Burnaby Plaza paver dedication ceremony update
• Approval to donate abandoned bicycles to local support groups
• Referral to approve draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy

The committee unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and prior minutes. It authorized staff to prepare naming and commemoration policies and to update interim guidelines for naming civic assets. It also approved the draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy with delegate approval thresholds and granted an additional $5,000 to the Burnaby Minor Lacrosse Club. All actions were carried unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted June 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized preparation of naming and commemoration policies (unanimous)
• Updated Interim Guidelines and Procedures for Naming Civic Assets (unanimous)
• Approved Sponsorship and Advertising Policy and delegate thresholds (unanimous)
• Placed net advertising revenue in a separate reserve account (unanimous)
• Authorized donation of abandoned bicycles to community groups (unanimous)
• Awarded additional $5,000 grant to Burnaby Minor Lacrosse Club (unanimous)

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee is meeting to discuss visits from foreign delegations and the status of sister city relationships. The body will seek approval for reception events for the Mayor of Hwaseong and review requests from several international cities.

• Approval for reception events for the Mayor of Hwaseong
• Itinerary for Kushiro delegation visit from July 10 to July 13, 2025
• Status update on friendship city requests from Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, and Jinzhou Municipality
• Correspondence regarding reformalizing the friendship city relationship with Taichung, Taiwan

The committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. A motion to allocate up to $18,500 from the Gaming Reserve for the Kushiro hockey team's visit to Burnaby was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda for Dec 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopt minutes of July 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Allocate up to $18,500 from Gaming Reserve for Kushiro hockey team visit (unanimous)
• Adjourn International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee meeting (unanimous)

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee will review updates on emergency preparedness for individuals with disabilities, provide a status report on the city’s accessibility feedback form, and share information about upcoming film screenings of the documentary “disABLEd.” No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Follow‑up on emergency preparedness for individuals with disabilities
• Update on the city’s accessibility feedback form
• Update on film screenings of the documentary “disABLEd”

The Access Advisory Committee unanimously adopted its meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. It approved a motion to amend the current Accessibility Plan to explore how emergency management procedures can better consider the needs of people with disabilities. The Committee also asked that updates on the Accessibility Feedback Form be included as a standing item at future meetings.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Accessibility Plan to explore emergency‑management for people with disabilities (unanimous)
• Requested inclusion of Accessibility Feedback Form updates as a standing agenda item (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive annual and status reports from the Burnaby Fire Department and the RCMP. The meeting includes a resident delegation regarding dog ownership bylaws and a discussion on emergency response times.

• Delegation from Matthew Mainland regarding the Updated Bylaw on Responsible Dog Ownership
• Burnaby Fire Department Annual Report 2024 and June 2025 status report
• RCMP status report (February-March 2025) and Annual Performance Plan quarterly report
• Building Safer Communities Fund project update
• Discussion on Burnaby RCMP and Burnaby Fire Department response times

The Public Safety Committee unanimously adopted its June 25 agenda and the minutes from the April 23 meeting. It also unanimously received several informational reports, including the fire department’s 2024 annual report, fire department status update, RCMP status and performance reports, the Spring 2025 Building Safer Communities Fund update, and Community Safety Advisory Committee reports for districts 1, 3 and 4. No other motions were taken.

• Adopted June 25, 2025 Public Safety Committee agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of April 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Fire Department Annual Report 2024 (unanimous)
• Received Fire Department Status Report (unanimous)
• Received RCMP Status Report Feb–Mar 2025 & Performance Plan Q1 2025 (unanimous)
• Received Spring 2025 Building Safer Communities Fund Project Update (unanimous)
• Received Community Safety Advisory Committee reports for Districts #1, #3, #4 (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

Council will receive staff notes on cyclist safety measures, bike‑lane protection, trail improvements, and the shift to electric park equipment. The agenda also includes referrals to advisory committees and a series of public‑notice submissions. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and correspondence.

• Interim shared pathway with protective barriers on Lougheed Highway at Lake City Way for cyclists and pedestrians
• Engineering staff reviewing bike‑lane protection measures in the Brentwood/Gilmore area
• Proposed surface improvements to the Burnaby Lake Southeast Greenway trail to enhance access
• Transition of park equipment to electric models: 28 off‑road units, 35 minor units, and 60 golf carts
• Public‑notice submissions for cannabis licences at 7347B Edmonds Street, 7761 6th Street, and 138‑7155 Kingsway

City Council Meeting

The June 24, 2025 City Council meeting will review a proposed amendment to the Burnaby Zoning Bylaw that clarifies distance separation requirements for liquor and cannabis stores. Council will also consider a draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy, a contract change for the Dispatch and Fire Station Alerting Solution, a fence‑height variance for 4838 Byrne Road, and a facility‑use study for the Harry Jerome Sports Centre that seeks approval for an open‑market call for proposals. Additional items include a language‑translation framework, several contract renewals, and multiple housing and building bylaw amendments.

• Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment – Liquor and Cannabis Store Distance Separation
• Draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy for council approval
• Contract Change for Dispatch and Fire Station Alerting Solution project
• Development Variance Permit #25-15 – fence height at 4838 Byrne Road
• Facility Use Study for 7564 Barnet Hwy (Harry Jerome Sports Centre) – open market call

The council approved the Open Council meeting agenda for June 24, 2025 (Resolution 2025‑312) with a unanimous vote. It also adopted the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting (Resolution 2025‑313) unanimously. No other motions were decided during this session.

• Adopted agenda for June 24, 2025 (Resolution No. 2025‑312) – carried unanimously
• Adopted minutes of June 10, 2025 (Resolution No. 2025‑313) – carried unanimously

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee will hear staff reports on recreation indoor storage facilities and the long‑range plan for the department. It will also consider three pieces of public correspondence: a proposal for outdoor calisthenics equipment, a request to allow private tennis lessons, and a request to reinstate the morning swim at Kensington Outdoor Swimming Pool.

• Information Report – Recreation Indoor Storage review
• Information Report – Parks, Recreation and Culture Long‑Range Plan presentation
• Correspondence – Outdoor calisthenics parks and equipment (Andrey Lykov)
• Correspondence – Usage of public tennis courts for private lessons (Claude Tani)
• Correspondence – Reinstate the morning swim at Kensington Outdoor Swimming Pool (Michael Chao)

The committee adopted its agenda for the June 19 meeting unanimously. It also adopted the meeting minutes unanimously. The committee received the Recreation Indoor Storage report and the PRC Plan presentation for information, both unanimously. Staff indicated that the regular morning swim at Kensington Outdoor Pool will be reinstated in September.

• Adopted agenda for June 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of the June 19, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Recreation Indoor Storage report for information (unanimous)
• Received PRC Plan presentation report for information (unanimous)
• Regular morning swim at Kensington Outdoor Pool to be reinstated in September

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the April 16 meeting. It will review an administrative report to seek approval of the Electric‑Bike Share Pilot Program. The committee will also consider two pieces of correspondence: one from HUB Cycling about Burnaby Mountain gondola connectivity and another from Stanley Jung about dangerous intersections in the Metrotown area.

• Electric‑Bike Share Pilot Program – staff presentation seeking approval
• Correspondence from HUB Cycling regarding Burnaby Mountain gondola connectivity
• Correspondence from Stanley Jung concerning dangerous intersections in the Metrotown area

The committee unanimously adopted its agenda and the minutes from the April 16 meeting. It approved the Electric‑Bike Share Pilot Program, directing staff to begin an RFP for a shared micromobility operator and authorizing the City Solicitor to draft supporting bylaw amendments. The motion carried despite an opposition from Representative Zanotto.

• Adopted agenda for June 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of April 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Endorsed Electric‑Bike Share Pilot Program (carried, opposed by Representative Zanotto)
• Directed staff to initiate RFP for a shared micromobility operator (carried)
• Authorized City Solicitor to prepare bylaw amendments for the pilot (carried)

Community Heritage Commission

The Community Heritage Commission is meeting to hear a delegation regarding the Guru Nanak Jahaz redress and review several heritage-related reports and proposals. The body will also consider correspondence concerning a historic church and a proposed Korea Town sign.

• Delegation from Wanjara Nomad Collections regarding Truth in Naming: Guru Nanak Jahaz Redress
• As-Found Report for 6570 Deer Lake Avenue (Louis and Annie Hill Residence)
• Proposal from Burnaby North Road BIA to install a Korea Town sign
• Correspondence from Jonathan Raey and a petition of 344 names to save a historic church
• Heritage Program Updates including the Eagle Ford Neon Sign Light Up Event and Burnaby Farm Tour Map

The Community Heritage Commission adopted its June 12, 2025 agenda by unanimous vote. It also adopted the minutes from the February 13, 2025 meeting unanimously. The commission received the As-Found Report for 6570 Deer Lake Avenue for information, again unanimously.

• Adopted agenda for June 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from February 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received As-Found Report for 6570 Deer Lake Avenue (unanimous)

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear a delegation from resident Steve McIntyre on preserving the Burnaby Hospital Family Neighbourhood, and receive verbal updates on current development and building activity and on Phase 4 of the Official Community Plan. No decisions are listed; the items are informational and a presentation.

• Delegation: Steve McIntyre – preserving Burnaby Hospital Family Neighbourhood
• Verbal report on development and building activity in Burnaby
• Verbal report on Official Community Plan – Phase 4 engagement update
• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from April 9, 2025

The Planning and Development Committee adopted its June 11, 2025 agenda unanimously. It also adopted the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting unanimously. No other motions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 6:06 p.m.

• Adopted agenda for June 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of April 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will vote on several items, including adopting amendments to the Zoning Bylaw that introduce a height‑based development framework. Council will also consider an apology and related actions for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent. Additional items include contract awards for the Burnaby Art Gallery re‑roofing project and a software support renewal, as well as a temporary use permit for a sport‑shooting facility at 5850 Byrne Road.

• Adopt Zoning Bylaw amendment No. 9 (bylaw #14746) to implement a height‑based development framework
• Approve apology event and reconciliatory actions for historic discrimination against Chinese descent (see estimated costs attachment)
• Award contract to Alfred Horie Construction Co. Ltd. for Burnaby Art Gallery and Mather House re‑roofing and insulation Phase 2
• Renew Infor (Canada) software annual support and maintenance contract
• Approve Temporary Use Permit #25‑05 for a sport‑shooting recreation facility at 5850 Byrne Road, Unit 3

The council unanimously approved a special meeting and event on November 15, 2025 to formally apologize for the city’s historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent and to implement recommended reconciliatory actions. It also authorized staff to submit a resolution to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities for assessment data amendment legislation. Additional approvals included two temporary use permits, several major contract awards, and operating grants for local arts and sport programs.

• Approved formal apology event and reconciliatory actions (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of assessment data amendment resolution to BCU (unanimous)
• Approved TUP #25-03 for 5987 Wilson Ave unit #105 (unanimous)
• Approved TUP #25-05 for 5850 Byrne Rd unit #3 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,995,000 contract for Burnaby Art Gallery & Mathers House re‑roofing (unanimous)
• Approved $199,528 contract renewal for Infor (Canada) software support (unanimous)
• Approved $2,693,224 contract for Big Bend Pump Station sanitary sewer replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $582,677 contract renewal for holiday lights (LED) (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting focuses on processing correspondence from residents and organizations. Council is reviewing requests regarding public safety, recreation, and zoning amendments, as well as information from regional partners.

• Public submissions for Zoning Bylaw Text Amendment (Bylaw No. 14746)
• Public submissions for Rezoning #24-19 at 7409 Halifax Street
• Public submissions for Rezoning #24-20 at 7135 Walker Avenue and 7244 Arcola Street
• Request to reinstate morning swim at Kensington Outdoor Swimming Pool
• Correspondence regarding Burnaby Mountain Gondola connectivity from HUB Cycling

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It will receive information reports on the 2024 Amenity Cost Charge and Development Cost Charge programs and a status update on significant civic building projects. No other business is scheduled and the public is excluded under sections 90 and 92 of the Community Charter.

• Adopt agenda for June 3, 2025 meeting
• Adopt minutes from May 8, 2025 Financial Management Committee meeting
• Information report: 2024 AAC & DCC Annual Report – program details as of Dec 31, 2024
• Information report: Significant Civic Projects – status update on major civic building projects
• Public excluded per Community Charter sections 90 and 92

The Financial Management Committee adopted its June 3 agenda and the minutes from the May 8 meeting, both carried unanimously. The committee also received the 2024 ACC & DCC Annual Report and a status update on significant civic projects for information, each approved unanimously. No other business was taken.

• Adopted agenda for June 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Received ACC & DCC Annual Report (2024) for information (unanimous)
• Received Significant Civic Projects status report for information (unanimous)

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will consider recommendations to award the Spring 2025 Sport Hosting Grant, approve the Burnaby Arts Council Operating Grant, and issue the 2024/25 Community School Grant payment. It will also seek authorization to develop policies for naming and commemoration of civic assets. Decisions on these items will be presented to Council for final approval.

• Recommendation to award Spring 2025 Sport Hosting Grant recipients
• Approval request for Burnaby Arts Council Operating Grant
• Authorization to prepare Naming and Commemoration Policy Framework
• Approval to issue 2024/25 Community School Grant payment

The Executive Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the May 5 meeting. It approved the Sport Hosting Grant recipients, a $25,000 operating grant for the Burnaby Arts Council, and a $590,620 Community School Grant payment. A staff direction on Sport Hosting Grants was rejected, and a report on naming and commemoration policy was tabled until July 7. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted May 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Sport Hosting Grant recipients (unanimous)
• Rejected staff direction on Sport Hosting Grants (defeated unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 Burnaby Arts Council operating grant (unanimous)
• Tabled Naming and Commemoration Policy Framework report until July 7 (unanimous)
• Approved $590,620 Community School Grant payment (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

City Council will discuss the 2025 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and a proposal for a new bike playground. The meeting includes several rezoning applications for high-rise residential developments and a proposed shift to a height-based development framework.

• Rezoning for a 50-storey residential rental tower at 7135 Walker Ave. and 7244 Arcola St.
• Proposed height-based development framework to replace the floor-area-ratio (FAR) system
• Retail cannabis applications for 180-4112 Lougheed Highway, 204-9855 Austin Road, 5906 Kingsway, and 3722 Canada Way
• Mid-year 2025 amendments to the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Final adoption of a campus of care development at 3460 Kalyk Avenue

The council adopted an amendment to the agenda and approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting, both unanimously. It unanimously approved the 2025 Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan and directed staff to advance planning for a medium‑scale permanent bike playground, including a feasibility study and funding exploration. No other substantive motions were taken.

• Adopted agenda amendment for Item 7.6 (Rez #24-20) (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved the 2025 Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan (unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with medium‑scale bike playground planning, explore funding, and conduct a $50,000 feasibility study (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff provided responses regarding waste receptacles at Chub Creek, Bill 44 housing impacts, and a BC Housing shelter at 3020 Gilmore Diversion. Several items were referred to advisory bodies for further review.

• Rezoning submissions for 7135 Walker Avenue and 7244 Arcola Street (REZ #24-20)
• Staff response to Bill 44 impacts on Halley Ave, Huxley Ave, and Fir Street
• Public opposition to a BC Housing shelter at 3020 Gilmore Diversion
• Referral to Environment Committee regarding Stoney Creek stormwater and groundwater
• Referral to Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee regarding seniors' program cancellations

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council meeting will consider a range of items including administrative reports, contract approvals, and several grant allocations. Key decisions include amending the rezoning bylaw for 5502 Lougheed Highway to allow a high‑density mixed‑use development, approving contract increases for Materials Testing Services and Asphalt Paving Services, and allocating $90,000 for a Food Security Grant and $25,000 for the Burnaby Arts Council operating grant. The council will also review updates on the Urban Forest Strategy, transportation plans, and public safety reports.

• Amendment to REZ #23-11 (5502 Lougheed Highway) for high‑density mixed‑use towers
• Contract Increase for Materials Testing Services (Metro Testing & Engineering Ltd.)
• Contract Increase for Asphalt Paving Services – Engineering Department
• Food Security Grant allocation of $90,000 over three years
• Burnaby Arts Council annual operating grant of $25,000

The council adopted the 2024 Annual Municipal Report, including audited financial statements for the year ended December 31 2024. It directed staff to move forward with Option 2 for the Landmark Burnaby Sign and approved several contractual and planning items, such as a housing‑agreement rate change for 6887 Palm Avenue and a rezoning amendment for 5502 Lougheed Highway. Major contract increases were authorized for Blackrete Paving Ltd. ($1.1 M) and Metro Testing & Engineering Ltd. ($60 K). The Community Grant Policy was updated to create a $90 000 food‑security grant stream.

• Approved 2024 Annual Municipal Report (unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 2 for Landmark Burnaby Sign (unanimous)
• Approved amended rental rates for Housing Agreement at 6887 Palm Avenue (unanimous)
• Rescinded Second Reading of Bylaw No. 14707 and approved alterations to REZ #23‑11 plan (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit #25‑04 for 2900 Bainbridge Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved contract increase to Blackrete Paving Ltd. – $1,102,500 (incl. GST) (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal to PayByPhone Technologies Inc. – $460,000 (incl. GST) (unanimous)
• Updated Community Grant Policy to add food‑security grant stream and allocate $90,000 (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The Burnaby City Council will review a series of public‑notice submissions and correspondence. Staff will provide responses on topics such as bike‑push buttons at Hastings Street, feasibility of temporary bike lanes on Willingdon Avenue, sidewalk priorities for Woodsworth Street and Banff Avenue, and tree‑protection policies. The council will also note opposition to the permanent homeless shelter planned for 3020 Gilmore Diversion, slated to open in spring 2026. No formal decisions are recorded; the meeting is for staff to address the submissions.

• Bike push buttons requested for intersections on Hastings Street
• Assessment of temporary bike lanes along Willingdon Avenue between Highway 1 and Lougheed Highway
• Sidewalk request for Woodsworth Street and Banff Avenue (9th priority location)
• Opposition letters regarding the homeless shelter at 3020 Gilmore Diversion
• Tree protection and replacement planting policy under the Urban Forest Strategy

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will adopt the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes and consider mid-year amendments to the Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw. The committee will also receive status updates on civic building projects and the 2024 Canada Community-Building Fund.

• Adoption of April 1, 2025 minutes
• Mid-year amendments to Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Status update on Parks, Recreation and Culture Enterprise Services
• Status update on Major Civic Building Projects
• Status update on 2024 Canada Community-Building Fund

The committee adopted its agenda and the April 1 minutes unanimously. It approved a three‑year phase‑in of the BAG in a Box fee increase and approved the general fee amendments effective July 1, 2025, as well as the Parks, Recreation and Culture fee updates effective September 1, 2025. The City Solicitor was authorized to introduce bylaws to amend the Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw and Section 14 of the Building Bylaw. Three informational reports were received for the record.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted April 1 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved three‑year phase‑in of BAG in a Box fee increase (unanimous)
• Approved general fee amendments effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Parks, Recreation and Culture fee updates effective September 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Solicitor to amend Consolidated Fees Bylaw (unanimous)
• Authorized City Solicitor to amend Section 14 of the Building Bylaw (unanimous)
• Received three informational reports (unanimous)

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed Accessibility Plan. The purpose of the administrative report is to seek approval from Council for the plan.

• Proposed Accessibility Plan
• Emergency Response for People with Disabilities

The Access Advisory Committee unanimously adopted a revised agenda that added items on emergency response for people with disabilities and an update on the “disABLEd” film screening. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting. The City of Burnaby Accessibility Plan was adopted without dissent. Staff will report back in one year on components of the plan that need further research and funding.

• Adopted revised agenda adding Emergency Response for People with Disabilities and disABLEd film screening update (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from the February 5, 2025 Access Advisory Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted the City of Burnaby Accessibility Plan (unanimous)
• Staff to provide a status update on Accessibility Plan components in one year

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will adopt the agenda and minutes from the April 7 meeting. It will review and vote on several grant applications, including the Burnaby Arts Council operating grant, community sports and cultural grants, and food‑security funding. The committee will also receive an information report on possible amendments to the Code of Conduct Bylaw to improve lobbying transparency.

• Burnaby Arts Council Annual Operating Grant – $25,000
• Community Grants – Burnaby Minor Hockey Association and Colombian Canadian Association
• Festivals Burnaby Grant – Spring intake recommendation
• Playground Development Grants – applications for Gilmore and Lyndhurst sites
• Food Security Grant – allocation for food‑security initiatives

The Executive Committee approved updates to the Community Grant Policy to allow food‑security grants, allocating up to $30,000 per year and a $90,000 three‑year contribution from the Gaming Reserve. It also approved several community and cultural grants, including $93,200 for the Festivals Burnaby Grant and $8,000 for Playground Development Grants. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved referral of Burnaby Arts Council $25,000 operating grant to staff for allocation details (unanimous)
• Approved $8,500 Burnaby Minor Hockey Association grant for Kushiro Sister City Tournament (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 Colombian Canadian Association grant for Independence Day Picnic (unanimous)
• Approved $93,200 Festivals Burnaby Grant spring intake (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 Playground Development Grants (unanimous)
• Updated Community Grant Policy for food security, approved up to $30,000 annual funding (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 three‑year Gaming Reserve contribution for Burnaby Food Security Table (unanimous)
• Authorized City Solicitor to propose lobbying‑transparency amendment to Code of Conduct Bylaw (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

At this special council meeting, members will consider two bylaws. The first is Bylaw #14740 to adopt Burnaby’s consolidated five‑year financial plan for 2025‑2029. The second is Bylaw #14741 to establish municipal tax rates for all taxable land and improvements. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Adopt Burnaby Consolidated Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw 2025 (#14740)
• Adopt Burnaby Rates Bylaw 2025 to establish tax rates (#14741)

Council adopted the agenda for the special meeting unanimously. The Burnaby Consolidated Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw (No. 14740) was adopted, with Councillor Lee opposing. The Burnaby Rates Bylaw (No. 14741) was also adopted, with Councillor Lee opposing. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Adopt Burnaby Consolidated Five‑Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 14740 (carried; opposed by Councillor Lee)
• Adopt Burnaby Rates Bylaw No. 14741 (carried; opposed by Councillor Lee)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the February 26 meeting. It will hear a delegation from Matthew Mainland about an updated bylaw on responsible dog ownership. The committee will also receive status reports from Burnaby RCMP Victim Services, the RCMP, the Fire Department, the Community Safety Advisory Committee, and a summary of the 2024/2025 Emergency Warming Centre operations.

• Delegation: Updated Bylaw on Responsible Dog Ownership (presented by Matthew Mainland)
• Verbal report: Burnaby RCMP Victim Services overview
• 2024/2025 Emergency Warming Centre Operations Summary
• RCMP Status Report (December 2024 – January 2025) and APP quarterly report
• Fire Department Status Report (up to February 2025)

The committee unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the February 26 minutes. It also unanimously accepted several status reports for information, including the Emergency Warming Centre operations summary, RCMP status and performance reports, Fire Department status, and Community Safety Advisory Committee reports. The chair announced the retirement of General Manager Dave Critchley. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted February 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Received Emergency Warming Centre Operations Summary (unanimous)
• Received RCMP Status Report and Annual Performance Plan (unanimous)
• Received Fire Department Status Report (unanimous)
• Received CSAC Districts #1, #3, #4 Status Reports (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will vote to approve the five‑year 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw and the 2025 municipal, regional and BIA property tax rates. It will also consider proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw to implement a height‑based development framework. Additional items include rezoning of 7135 Walker Avenue and 7244 Arcola Street, a temporary use permit for 4‑2909 Bainbridge Avenue, and several contract increase and renewal proposals.

• Adopt 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw
• Approve 2025 Property and BIA Tax Rates
• Proposed by‑law amendments – Height‑Based Development Framework
• Rezoning REZ #24‑20 – 7135 Walker Ave. & 7244 Arcola St. residential tower
• Contract Increase – Hired Equipment Services to Vanport Enterprises Ltd.

The council approved the five‑year 2025‑2029 Financial Plan and authorized the related bylaw, despite one opposition. It also adopted new property tax rates for 2025, approved height‑based zoning amendments and related fee changes, and moved forward with a rezoning for a 50‑storey residential tower at Walker Avenue and Arcola Street. Additionally, the council approved several contract increases and other bylaw authorizations, all carried unanimously unless noted.

• Approved 2025‑2029 Financial Plan and authorized Burnaby Financial Plan Bylaw 2025 (Opposed: Councillor Lee)
• Approved 2025 municipal, regional and BIA property tax rates and authorized Rates Bylaw 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved proposed amendments to Burnaby Zoning Bylaw for height‑based development (Opposed: Councillors Calendino and Dhaliwal)
• Approved proposed amendments to Burnaby Consolidated Fees and Charges Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning REZ #24‑20 for 7135 Walker Ave/7244 Arcola St and authorized related Housing Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit #25‑02 for commercial school at 4‑2909 Bainbridge Ave (unanimous)
• Approved contract increase to Vanport Enterprises Ltd. of $400,000 (including GST $19,048) (unanimous)
• Approved contract increase to Donerite Backhoe Services Ltd. of $300,000 (including GST $14,286) (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

The council will respond to staff correspondence, including a rezoning proposal submitted by Glen Kent for Stratford Gardens, which has not yet been created or approved. It will refer heritage recognition items for Guru Nanak Jahaz to the Community Heritage Commission. The Transportation Committee will receive the CycleSpace final report and a hybrid‑style multi‑modal parking proposal for e‑bike storage. Additional public‑notice submissions such as a Korea Town sign proposal will be noted for information.

• Glen Kent – Rezoning Proposal for Stratford Gardens (application not yet created or approved)
• Community Heritage Commission – Recognition of Guru Nanak Jahaz
• Transportation Committee – Submission of CycleSpace Final Report
• Heights Merchants Association BIA – Hybrid‑style Multi‑Modal Parking Space to Support E‑bike Storage
• Burnaby North Road BIA – Proposal to Install Korea Town Sign

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee will present the final Urban Forest Strategy and ask the Committee to recommend that Council approve the strategy. A verbal report will inform members about the launch of the Parks, Recreation and Culture Long‑Range Plan. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and adoption of minutes from the February 6, 2025 committee meeting.

• Presentation of the final Urban Forest Strategy and request for a recommendation to Council
• Verbal report on the Parks, Recreation and Culture Long‑Range Plan initiation
• Adoption of the agenda for the April 17, 2025 meeting
• Adoption of minutes from the February 6, 2025 committee meeting
• Correspondence regarding insufficient indoor space for children sports

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee adopted its agenda and the February 6, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It then approved the final Urban Forest Strategy, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken, though staff will follow up on a resident’s concern about indoor sports space.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted February 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final Urban Forest Strategy (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive an update on the Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan and seek council direction on recommended projects. It will present the 2024 Burnaby Transportation Benchmark for information. A presentation will introduce the Southeast Bikeway Upgrade Phase 1. The committee will also consider correspondence about the Lake City SkyTrain Station and a CycleSpace final report, and discuss a resident‑proposed motion to create an annual Safe, Green, and Active Transportation Report Card.

• Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan – staff update and request for council feedback
• 2024 Burnaby Transportation Benchmark – information report
• Southeast Bikeway Upgrade Phase 1 – project overview presentation
• Correspondence from Cathy Griffin regarding Lake City SkyTrain Station
• Proposed motion to establish an annual Safe, Green, and Active Transportation Report Card

The committee approved a motion to develop and implement a Safe, Green, and Active Transportation Report Card, to be presented to Council every two to three years, with the first report due by the end of the next fiscal year. The committee also directed staff to finalize the Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan after receiving it for feedback. Both motions passed despite opposition from Councillor Tetrault.

• Approved Safe, Green, and Active Transportation Report Card (Carried, Opposed: Councillor Tetrault)
• Directed staff to finalize Burnaby Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategic Plan (Carried unanimously)
• Received 2024 Burnaby Transportation Benchmark report for information (Carried unanimously)
• Received Southeast Bikeway Upgrade Phase 1 report for information (Carried unanimously)
• Adopted agenda (Carried unanimously)
• Adopted minutes from Jan. 22, 2025 meeting (Carried unanimously)
• Received Heights Merchants Association BIA correspondence on Multi-Modal Hybrid-Style Parking (received)
• Received CycleSpace Final Report correspondence (received)

Audit Committee

The meeting consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The committee will meet in a closed session to discuss municipal objectives and progress reports for the annual municipal report.

• Adoption of minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting
• Closed session regarding annual municipal report preparations under Sections 90 and 92 of the Community Charter

The committee unanimously adopted its April 14 agenda and the minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting. No delegations, reports, or correspondence were presented. The committee then resolved to enter a closed meeting to discuss confidential matters, and the open session was adjourned.

• Adopt agenda for April 14, 2025 – carried unanimously
• Adopt minutes of April 2, 2024 meeting – carried unanimously
• Resolve into closed meeting for confidential discussions – carried unanimously
• Adjourn open meeting – carried unanimously

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the March 12 meeting. It will hear delegations on purpose‑built student accommodation and the Brentwood Park Community Association. Staff will present the BC Parkway Boundary to Royal Oak Framework Plan for Council approval and an update on REZ #23-15 for the portion of 4567 Lougheed Highway, seeking authorization to move the rezoning to Council readings.

• Approval of the BC Parkway Boundary to Royal Oak Framework Plan
• Authorization to forward REZ #23-15 (4567 Lougheed Highway) to Council readings
• Delegation presentation on purpose‑built student accommodation
• Delegation presentation from Brentwood Park Community Association
• Adoption of agenda and adoption of March 12 meeting minutes

The Planning and Development Committee unanimously approved the BC Parkway Boundary to Royal Oak Framework Plan. It also unanimously referred REZ #23-15 for the portion of 4567 Lougheed Hwy to staff for further review of building heights and density. All other agenda items were adopted without opposition.

• Approved BC Parkway Boundary to Royal Oak Framework Plan (unanimous)
• Referred REZ #23-15 (4567 Lougheed Hwy portion) to staff for height and density review (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of council correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff are providing updates on community plans and sports facility options, while other items are referred to advisory bodies or provided for information.

• Staff report expected in May regarding long-term options for the Harry Jerome Sport Centre
• Staff note on community plans for Edmonds, Royal Oak, and Cascade Heights
• Referral to Community Heritage Commission regarding recognition of Guru Nanak Jahaz
• Provincial Budget 2026 Consultation from the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
• Correspondence regarding the Capitol Hill trail network

City Council Meeting

City Council is considering a draft Official Community Plan and updated inclusionary rental requirements. The body will also review a parks strategy for Kwasen Village and a new Local Service Tax Bylaw for local improvement works.

• Draft Official Community Plan (OCP) and Phase 4 engagement program
• Proposed Inclusionary Rental Requirements and Community Benefit Bonus Policy amendments
• Kwasen Village parks and open space strategy for a portion of 3405 Willingdon Avenue
• 2025 Local Service Tax Bylaw for works completed as of December 31, 2024
• Housing Agreement Bylaw for non-market rental housing at 6420 Willingdon Avenue

Council received the draft Official Community Plan and authorized the launch of Phase 4 engagement. It endorsed an updated Community Benefit Bonus Policy that directs affordable housing and childcare amenities and revises zoning limits, and adopted new inclusionary rental requirements for zoning amendments. The council also approved a Kwasen Village parks strategy, a local service tax bylaw, insurance contracts, and film screenings at the public library.

• Draft Official Community Plan received for information; Phase 4 engagement authorized – Carried unanimously
• Community Benefit Bonus Policy framework endorsed – Carried (Opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal, Lee)
• Amendment to target affordable housing and childcare – Carried (Opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal, Lee)
• Zoning amendment to change R9, R6, R8 limits – Carried unanimously
• Inclusionary rental amendment (mandatory for height‑based approach) – Defeated (Opposed: Mayor Hurley, Gu, Keithley, Lee, Santiago, Tetrault, Wang)
• Inclusionary rental requirements adopted – Carried (Opposed: Dhaliwal)
• Kwasen Village parks and open‑space strategy approved – Carried unanimously
• Local Service Tax Bylaw authorized – Carried unanimously

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council is meeting to approve various administrative reports, including grant allocations and commemorative plaques. The body will also discuss the renaming of Hawthorne Lane to Kushiro Sister City Lane.

• Proposed $10,000 grant for the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival
• Renaming of Hawthorne Lane to Kushiro Sister City Lane
• Approval of recommended recipients for Spring 2025 Community Grants
• Updated Terms of Reference for Council Advisory Bodies
• Approval of plaque wording for Fire Station 8 and Jack Crosby Sports Box

The committee unanimously approved updated Terms of Reference for council advisory bodies, approved plaque wording for Jack Crosby Sports Box, Fire Station 8, and Kushiro Sister City Lane, renamed Hawthorne Lane to Kushiro Lane, approved a $10,000 grant to the Tsleil‑Waututh Nation canoe festival, approved numerous community grant applications, and denied a $5,000 grant to Variety – The Children’s Charity.

• Approved updated Terms of Reference for Council Advisory Bodies (unanimous)
• Approved plaque wording for Jack Crosby Sports Box at Riverway (unanimous)
• Approved plaque wording for Fire Station 8 (unanimous)
• Renamed Hawthorne Lane to Kushiro Lane and approved plaque wording (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Tsleil‑Waututh Nation Whey‑ah‑Wichen Canoe Festival (unanimous)
• Approved multiple community grant applications across Recreation Sports, Operating, Initiative, and Subsidized Use categories (unanimous)
• Denied $5,000 grant to Variety – The Children’s Charity (unanimous)

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will review a request to award contracts for annual property and liability insurance. The body will also receive status updates on major IT initiatives and civic building projects.

• Approval of 2025 Insurance Program contract renewals for property and liability insurance
• Status update on major IT initiatives from January to March 2025
• Status update on major civic building projects, including the Community Safety Building Project

The Financial Management Committee adopted its agenda and the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It approved a $4,278,241 insurance contract with Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. The committee also received informational reports on key IT initiatives and major civic building projects, each by unanimous consent.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from March 4, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $4,278,241 insurance contract with Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. (unanimous)
• Received IT initiatives report (unanimous)
• Received major civic building projects report (unanimous)

Environment Committee

The Environment Committee will receive a presentation on ecosystem remediation findings for Deer Lake. The body will also review the 2024 annual report for solid waste and recycling and discuss upcoming 2025 environmental events.

• Deer Lake Ecosystem Remediation Study findings presentation by Simon Fraser University
• Delegation from Plant-Based Cities Movement regarding sustainable food policies
• Solid Waste and Recycling 2024 Annual Report
• Information on 2025 Environment Week, Environmental Awards, and World Rivers Day

The Environment Committee adopted its agenda and previous minutes unanimously. It received three informational reports on Deer Lake remediation, Environment Week, and the 2024 solid waste and recycling performance. The committee also approved a motion directing staff to explore adding more plant‑forward food options in city facilities and to report on ways to promote sustainable choices. Finally, the June 2025 meeting date was changed to June 26.

• Adopted agenda for March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of Jan. 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Directed staff to explore feasibility of plant‑forward food options in city facilities (unanimous)
• Received Deer Lake Ecosystem Remediation Study Findings report for information (unanimous)
• Received 2025 Environment Week, Environmental Awards and World Rivers Day report for information (unanimous)
• Received Solid Waste and Recycling 2024 Annual Report for information (unanimous)
• Rescheduled June 2025 committee meeting to Thursday, June 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review staff presentations by the Director of Community Planning and the Director of Development. It will consider two proposals referred from Council: amendments to the Community Benefit Bonus Policy and inclusionary rental requirements. No public attendance is permitted for these discussions.

• Proposed Amendments to Community Benefit Bonus Policy (referenced from Council)
• Proposed Inclusionary Rental Requirements (referenced from Council)
• Staff presentation by Johannes Schumann, Director Community Planning
• Staff presentation by Jesse Dill, Director Development

The Committee adopted Resolution 2025‑102, referring the proposed Community Benefit Bonus policy amendments to staff to organize a workshop, with opposition from Councillors Gu and Tetrault. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑101, adopting changes to purpose‑built market rental units into the zoning bylaw, directing staff to advance projects, set timeline requirements, report on additional tools, and plan a workshop, opposed by Councillors Calendino, Dhaliwal and Wang.

• Adopted agenda for March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Resolution 2025‑102: Referred Community Benefit Bonus policy amendments to staff for workshop (opposed: Gu, Tetrault)
• Resolution 2025‑101: Adopted inclusionary rental bylaw changes, directed staff to move projects forward, set timelines, report on tools, and plan workshop (opposed: Calendino, Dhaliwal, Wang)
• Resolved to hold a closed meeting under the Community Charter (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider rezoning applications, highway closure bylaws, and the 2025-2029 Financial Plan. The meeting also includes administrative reports on community plans, development permits, and a grant for a seniors' housing project.

• Rezoning applications for Grand Promenade and Lougheed Highway
• Highway closure bylaws for Kingsway and Nelson Avenue
• 2025-2029 Financial Plan Highlights
• Grant request of $451,126 for seniors' housing at 3770 Trinity Street
• Amendment to update the Burnaby Procedure Bylaw 2024

The council amended the agenda, approved up to 58 special outdoor events at three city parks, and authorized the preparation and future first and second readings of rezoning bylaws for two major mixed‑use projects (REZ #24‑23 and REZ #25‑02). It also approved a development variance, a temporary use permit, a $1,500 community grant, a review of financial policies for expenditures over $500,000, and several changes to sister‑city relationships, including concluding ties with several Chinese cities and re‑formalizing others.

• Amended agenda to remove Item 8.5 and add Other Business (unanimous)
• Approved up to 58 special outdoor events at Deer Lake Park, Central Park and Swangard Stadium (unanimous)
• Authorized preparation and first/second reading of Rezoning Bylaw REZ #24‑23 (unanimous)
• Authorized preparation and first/second reading of Rezoning Bylaw REZ #25‑02, housing agreement and park strategy (unanimous)
• Approved Development Variance Permit #24‑22 for 4244 Norland Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit #24‑03 for 5318 Imperial Street (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 grant to I.T. Productions for Raise Your Hands Against Racism campaign (unanimous)
• Directed staff to review financial policies for expenditures exceeding $500,000 (unanimous)

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. The body is processing staff responses to resident concerns and routing information to advisory bodies.

• Petition from businesses and residents of 7908 15th Avenue regarding 2-hour parking regulations
• Public notice submission for REZ #23-11 at 5502 Lougheed Highway
• Correspondence regarding borehole geology on Rathburn Drive
• Opposition letters regarding paving the Burnaby Lake
• Travel plans from the City of Kushiro to Burnaby 2025

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive two staff presentations: one on combined sewer separation and I&I management, and another on the Parks, Recreation and Culture Long‑Range Plan scope, process, and timeline. No decisions or votes are scheduled for these items.

• Combined Sewer Separation and I&I Management presentation by Ron Weismiller and May Phang
• Parks, Recreation and Culture Long‑Range Plan Initiation presentation by Andre Isakov and John Musil

The Committee of the Whole adopted its agenda by unanimous consent. No other motions, approvals, or policy items were decided. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 11:01 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• No other business presented

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel will review the 2025 Sewer Parcel Tax Roll and the 2025 Local Area Service Tax Roll. The panel will confirm that the rolls are accurate and properly authenticated. No other decisions or items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Confirmation and authentication of the 2025 Sewer Parcel Tax Roll
• Confirmation and authentication of the 2025 Local Area Service Tax Roll

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will review several items, including a grant request to fund 48 non‑market senior supportive housing units at 3770 Trinity Street. The committee will also seek Council approval of the finalized Edmonds, Royal Oak and Cascade Heights Community Plans. Additional topics include an introduction to a proposed Tenant Protection Bylaw, a rezoning proposal for 4161 Dawson Street, and presentations from delegations on off‑campus student housing and purpose‑built student accommodation.

• CBBAHR grant request of $451,126 for 48 senior supportive housing units at 3770 Trinity Street
• Finalized Edmonds, Royal Oak and Cascade Heights Community Plans – Council approval sought
• Project initiation presentation for a Tenant Protection Bylaw and Development Permit Area
• Rezoning #18-24 for 4161 Dawson Street – recommendation to forward to Council for readings
• Delegations presenting on off‑campus student housing and purpose‑built student accommodation

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, hear an update on the Burnaby Hospital Redevelopment Project, and review several administrative reports proposing changes to housing and planning policies. Items include new inclusionary rental requirements, amendments to the Community Benefit Bonus Policy, removal of area‑plan notification rules, and a PDC exemption for in‑stream rezoning applications. The council will also consider a highway lane closure bylaw and multiple zoning bylaw amendments for mixed‑use developments.

• Proposed inclusionary rental requirements – basis for zoning bylaw amendments
• Proposed amendments to the Community Benefit Bonus Policy
• Proposed removal of Area Plan Notification requirements through rezoning applications
• Proposed PDC exemption for in‑stream rezoning applications
• Burnaby Highway Closure Bylaw No. 1 to close lane at 5650 Beresford Street

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of correspondence and public notice submissions for Council review. Staff provided updates on parking passes, tree removals, and trail paving, while residents submitted comments on three specific rezoning applications.

• REZ #18-51: Public submission for 7763 and 7767 Edmonds Street
• REZ #23-11: Multiple public submissions for 5502 Lougheed Highway
• REZ #23-19: Public submissions for 4545 and 4587 Juneau Street
• BCGEU parking pass request: Staff report expected in June 2025
• Tree removals at 2853 Douglas Road related to Holdom Overpass project

International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee

The International Relations and Friendship Cities Committee is seeking Council direction on current and new sister city relationships. The body will also discuss initiatives to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the city's partnership with Kushiro, Japan.

• Review of new and current sister and friendship city relationships
• Planning for the 60th anniversary as a sister city with Kushiro, Japan
• Correspondence regarding City of Kushiro travel plans to Burnaby 2025

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee will hear three invited presentations: an update on the Burnaby Healthier Communities partnership, a Child Care Action Plan update from the Burnaby Child Resources Group, and a Poverty Reduction Strategy update. An administrative report on the Burnaby Healthier Community Partnership will also be provided. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Invited Presentation – Burnaby Healthier Communities Update (presenters: Melody Monro, Emma Gauvin, Dr. Baldev Sanghera)
• Invited Presentation – Burnaby Child Resources Group Child Care Action Plan Update (presenters: Margaret Manifold, Felicia Costea, Michelle Silvey)
• Invited Presentation – Burnaby Poverty Reduction Strategy Update (presenters: Antonia Beck, Kai Okazaki)
• Administrative Report – Burnaby Healthier Community Partnership status update
• Adoption of agenda and minutes from previous meetings

Special Council Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss follow-up reports regarding the city's financial planning. The session focuses on updates to the operating budget, the multi-year capital plan, and a proposed infrastructure levy.

• Draft 2025 Operating Budget Update
• Draft 2025 - 2029 Capital Plan Update
• Proposed New Infrastructure Levy Update

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will receive informational updates on the 2024 City Investment program, the Gaming Reserve and Operating Gaming (Interest) Reserve, the status of major civic building projects, and the status of major engineering projects. No decisions or votes are listed for these items.

• City Investments – 2024 Year End Report
• Gaming Reserve & Operating Gaming (Interest) Reserve report
• Major Civic Building Projects status update
• Major Engineering Projects status update

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee will receive feedback on a draft policy for handling unsolicited partnership proposals. It will also consider final approval of an updated Indigenous land acknowledgement and discuss planning for a Burnaby Plaza paver dedication ceremony. An invited presentation on food security grants will be heard, and a request for funding support for a anti‑racism initiative will be reviewed.

• Invited presentation on Food Security Grants by local community groups
• Approval of an updated Indigenous land acknowledgement
• Planning direction for the Burnaby Plaza Paver Dedication Ceremony in 2025
• Feedback on the Policy Draft – Managing Unsolicited Partnership Proposals
• Correspondence requesting funding support for the “Raise Your Hands Against Racism” program

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review status reports from the RCMP and Burnaby Fire Department, discuss a proposed bear spray rule, and receive a verbal report on the Rescue Task Force.

• Verbal report: Rescue Task Force mutual aid protocol
• Status report: RCMP operations (Oct–Nov 2024)
• Status report: Fire Department (Dec 2024)
• Status report: Community Safety Plan 2024 progress
• Delegation: Steven Jones on proposed bear spray rules

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff provided responses to specific inquiries, and other items were referred to advisory committees for further review.

• Staff decision to retain a Fir tree on City property following a root rot inspection
• Public feedback on the Seaforth Community Green Space Proposal
• Referral of Intracorp Homes' request for deferral of development costs and charges to the Planning and Development Committee
• Referral of BC Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program 2025 to the Executive Committee of Council
• Public notice submission regarding REZ #23-11 at 5502 Lougheed Highway

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive a youth climate delegation, and review a series of administrative reports. Items include endorsement of the Burnaby Mountain Gondola Supportive Policies Agreement, approval of a refined sidewalk program, a proposal to amend the zoning bylaw for emergency shelters, and forward a rezoning application for 4161 Dawson Street. The council will also consider contract approvals for ERP software, construction management, utilities upgrades, and a police dispatch service extension, as well as several zoning bylaw amendments for new developments.

• Endorse Burnaby Mountain Gondola Supportive Policies Agreement
• Approve New Sidewalk Program priority projects
• Propose amendments to the Zoning Bylaw for emergency shelters
• Forward REZ #18-24 for 4161 Dawson Street to first and second reading
• Approve contract award for ERP Software System – SAP Licenses

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive verbal reports regarding the city's financial planning. Discussions will focus on the draft 2025-2029 Capital Plan and Operating Budget, as well as various reserve funds.

• Draft 2025-2029 Capital Plan Overview and Details
• Draft 2025-2029 Operating Budget Overview
• Corporate and Tax Sale Land (CTSL) Reserve Fund
• Capital Asset Works Financing Fund (CAWFF) Reserve Fund
• Community Benefit Bonus (CBB) and Amenity and Development Cost Charges (A/DCC)

Community Heritage Commission

The Community Heritage Commission is meeting to review community engagement findings on reconciliation for historic discrimination against Chinese Canadians. The body is seeking authorization to prepare recommendations for a formal apology.

• Review of 'What We Heard' findings from community engagement on reconciliation for historic discrimination against Chinese Canadians
• Request for authorization to prepare recommendations for a formal apology
• Commission Orientation presentation by Nikki Best and Ana Denissenko

Planning and Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee is seeking approval for revised criteria regarding the Community Benefit Bonus Affordable Housing Reserve (CBBAHR) grants. The body will also discuss the land use designation for 6005 Pandora Street (Stratford Gardens) as part of the Burnaby 2050 OCP update.

• Review of revised criteria for Community Benefit Bonus Affordable Housing Reserve (CBBAHR) grant requests
• OCP amendment discussion for 6005 Pandora Street (Stratford Gardens)
• Delegation from Simon Fraser University regarding the new Official Community Plan
• Delegation from BC Housing regarding Stratford Gardens community benefits

City Council Meeting

The council will vote to adopt Bylaw #14726 for a housing agreement at 5980 Kathleen Avenue and Bylaw #14727 for a housing agreement at 3770 Trinity Street. It will also adopt Bylaw #14716 amending the heritage revitalization agreement for the Lonsdale Guardhouse at 6985 Canada Way. An invited presentation will provide an update on the Burnaby Hospital Redevelopment Project. Additional items include a proposal to name a new child‑care centre at 4838 Rowan Avenue.

• Adopt Bylaw #14726 – Housing Agreement for non‑market rental at 5980 Kathleen Avenue
• Adopt Bylaw #14727 – Housing Agreement for non‑market rental at 3770 Trinity Street
• Adopt Bylaw #14716 – Amend Heritage Revitalization Agreement for Lonsdale Guardhouse, 6985 Canada Way
• Invited presentation: Burnaby Hospital Redevelopment Project – project update
• Proposal to name new child‑care centre at 4838 Rowan Avenue

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

Burnaby City Council will review staff responses to a range of public submissions, including a request for a formal apology regarding the 1914 Komagata Maru council resolution. Staff will also address a land‑use redesignation request, a pathway paving proposal, and other community inquiries. Responses will be prepared for Council consideration or forwarded to advisory bodies as appropriate.

• Burnaby North Residents – Land Use Redesignation under the Official Community Plan
• Cathy Griffin – Lakefield Drive to Cariboo Road Pathway Paving
• Descendants of the Komagata Maru Society – Request for a formal apology
• Heights Merchants Association – Hats Off Day 2025 request
• Squamish Nation – Collaboration on Climate Legacy Strategy

Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee will hear a verbal report on recent updates to the public art program, presented by staff from Cultural Services. The committee will also receive a verbal report on the draft Urban Forest Strategy, including community engagement information. An invited presentation will provide a committee orientation.

• Verbal report: Public art program update (presented by Emmaline Hill and Jennifer Cane)
• Verbal report: Draft Urban Forest Strategy (presented by John Musil and Melinda Yong)
• Invited presentation: Committee orientation (presented by Kathryn Matts)

Access Advisory Committee

The Access Advisory Committee will meet to receive an information report on accessibility within Parks, Recreation and Culture (PRC) facilities. The meeting also includes a committee orientation presentation.

• Information report: Update on Accessibility in PRC Facilities
• Invited Presentation: Committee Orientation by Nikki Best and Denise Chak

Special Council Meeting

The council will hear a report from Mayor Hurley recommending that residents support Canadian businesses in response to recently imposed U.S. tariffs. The agenda item is informational only; no vote or decision is scheduled.

• Report by Mayor Hurley on encouraging local procurement due to U.S. tariffs

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive an information report regarding condition concerns for the Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods) artwork. Staff will present immediate steps to assess and develop future options for the piece.

• Information report on Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods) conservation
• Closed session regarding preliminary negotiations for a municipal service

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Items are being referred to advisory bodies or provided to Council for information.

• Referral to Transportation Committee: Cathy Griffin regarding Lake City SkyTrain Station
• Referral to Executive Committee of Council: Tsleil-Waututh Nation thank you for donation
• Information item: Metro Vancouver study on Economic Impact of Industrial Lands
• Information item: TransLink Burrard Peninsula Area Transport Plan
• Information items: Urban Forestry Strategy and Forest Management submissions

City Council Meeting

The Burnaby City Council will consider a range of items, including a request to abandon the current Confederation Park Community Centre design and updates on the Mintara Atop Burnaby Mountain patio expansion. Several mixed‑use rezoning proposals (e.g., Edmonds Street, Lougheed Highway, Juneau Street, Bainbridge Avenue) will be forwarded for first and second reading at future meetings, and contract approvals for hired equipment services, water meters, and traffic services will be sought. Committee reports will address proposed updates to the Procedure Bylaw and the Council Advisory Bodies' Terms of Reference, and the consent agenda will cover the Burnaby 2050 Phase 3b engagement report and the Speculation and Vacancy Tax.

• Abandon current Confederation Park Community Centre design (Admin Report 6.1)
• Contract increase for Hired Equipment Services to NGS Contracting Ltd (CI 6.8)
• Contract extension for water meter supply and delivery for ICI properties (CE 6.9)
• Contract extension for Traffic Services reactive and emergency work (CE 6.10)
• Rezoning #18-51 for 7763 and 7767 Edmonds Street – mixed‑use development (Admin Report 6.3)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will receive a presentation on TransLink's Bus Speed and Reliability Program Hotspot Study. The meeting includes a delegation regarding BCAA Evolve E-bike and E-scooter Share and a review of resident correspondence on traffic safety.

• Presentation on TransLink Bus Speed and Reliability Program - Hotspot Study
• Delegation from BCAA Evolve E-bike and E-scooter Share
• Correspondence regarding pedestrian crossing at Brantford and Oakland Street
• Correspondence regarding traffic safety in Brentwood
• Correspondence regarding road safety and traffic flow at Lougheed Mall entrance

Environment Committee

The Burnaby Environment Committee will receive a verbal report on the draft Urban Forest Strategy and seek input from members. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the November 6, 2024 committee meeting. A correspondence item about hexavalent chromium in Stoney Creek is noted and has been referred to the Transportation Committee. An invited presentation will provide a committee orientation.

• Verbal report: Draft Urban Forest Strategy presentation
• Invited presentation: Committee orientation by Denise Chak
• Adoption of minutes from the November 6, 2024 Environment Committee meeting
• Correspondence on hexavalent chromium in Stoney Creek (referred to Transportation Committee)
• Adoption of the meeting agenda

Executive Committee of Council

The Executive Committee of Council will adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. It will discuss a proposed name for the new child care centre at 4838 Rowan Avenue. The committee will consider the 2025 Procedure Bylaw Amendments and a revised Council Advisory Bodies’ Terms of Reference Framework. Information reports on food sustainability grant requests and the Kushiro Cup and Local Heroes Award Program will also be presented.

• Proposed name for new child care centre at 4838 Rowan Avenue
• Proposed 2025 Procedure Bylaw Amendments
• Revised Council Advisory Bodies' Terms of Reference Framework
• Food Sustainability Grant Requests (information report)
• Kushiro Cup and Local Heroes Award Program outreach review (information report)

Planning and Development Committee

The Burnaby Planning and Development Committee will hear three delegations: Mabuhay House Society requesting support for a Provincial Filipino Cultural Centre, Greenbrier Holdings presenting rental redevelopment considerations, and Keltic Canada Development discussing an inclusionary rental requirement. Staff will give a verbal report on the 2025 work plan. The committee will also consider correspondence on a supportive housing review for Maple Ridge and a parking bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 11462). No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Delegation: Mabuhay House Society – request for planning department support for Provincial Filipino Cultural Centre
• Delegation: Greenbrier Holdings – rental redevelopment considerations
• Delegation: Keltic Canada Development – inclusionary rental requirement
• Correspondence: BC Housing – City of Maple Ridge Supportive Housing Review Final Report
• Correspondence: Strata BCS1737 – Burnaby City Parking Bylaw No. 11462

City Council Meeting

City Council will discuss a rezoning application for a high-density mixed-use development and a contract extension for the EnerGov software suite. The meeting includes decisions on housing agreements, highway closures, and updates to zoning bylaws regarding group homes and short-term rentals.

• Rezoning application REZ #24-16 for 4900/4940 Kingsway and 6446/6450 Nelson Avenue
• Contract extension for Tyler Technologies Inc. regarding EnerGov software support
• Bylaw #14713 to permit short-term rentals in primary dwellings with secondary suites
• Bylaw #14723 to amend the definition of 'group home' for care homes with 3-10 residents
• Housing Agreements for Kʷasən Village Phase 1 (Lot 3 and Lot 5) and 5227 Lane Street

Council Correspondence and Public Notice Submissions

This meeting consists of a review of correspondence and public notice submissions. Staff provided notes on specific requests, and some items were referred to the Environment and Transportation committees.

• Opposition from Burnaby Horsemen’s Association regarding paving the Burnaby Lake Southeast Greenway
• Pedestrian safety reviews for Metrotown SkyTrain and sidewalk infrastructure near Nelson Elementary School
• Referral of Stoney Creek hexavalent chromium concerns to the Environment Committee
• Referral of Brentwood and Lougheed Mall traffic safety concerns to the Transportation Committee
• Public submission regarding REZ #24-19 for 441 units of non-market housing at 7409 Halifax Street

Social Planning Committee

The Social Planning Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. It will hear two invited presentations: one on the Burnaby Intercultural Planning Table and the Burnaby Together anti‑racism coalition, and another on committee orientation and governance updates. The committee will also receive an update and 2025 workplan from the Child Care Resources Group and a verbal report on Chinese reconciliation in Burnaby.

• Invited presentation: Burnaby Intercultural Planning Table, Burnaby Together – Coalition Against Racism and Hate (speakers Ana‑Maria Bustamante and Navreen Gill)
• Invited presentation: Committee Orientation and Governance Updates (speaker Denise Chak)
• Administrative report: Child Care Resources Group update and 2025 workplan
• Information report: Verbal report on Chinese Reconciliation in Burnaby (presented by Lisa Codd)
• Adoption of agenda and adoption of minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting

Financial Management Committee

The Financial Management Committee will conduct standard procedural business, including adopting the agenda and adopting the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. No delegations, invited presentations, administrative reports, information reports, or correspondence are scheduled. A closed session will be held for discussions permitted under Sections 90 and 92 of the Community Charter. No other business is listed.

• Adoption of agenda
• Adoption of minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting
• Closed session for discussions under Community Charter sections 90 and 92