www.vancouver.caVancouverOne of the world’s greatest citiesTo learn moreabout Vancouver go to:www.hellobc.caUniquely situated between ocean and mountains, Vancouveris Canada’s third largest city and is home to an ethnicallydiverse population.© Tourism British Columbia© Tourism British Columbia© Tourism British ColumbiaRecognized as one of the mostlivable cities in the world, Vancouveris a safe and energetic city ofeclectic neighborhoods, vibrantcultural events and unparalleledopportunities for outdoor recreation.Most of all, as an FIC student youwill enjoy the high level of personalfreedom that comes with living in a safe,modern and open-minded community.It is the ideal environment to challengeyourself academically and personally.And for many, it represents a lifechanging experience and the beginningof an exciting pathway to SFU.ClimateVancouver has one of the most pleasantclimates in Canada! In summer, the daysare long, warm and sunny with an averagetemperature of 23C/73F. Spring andfall are also comfortable, with moderatetemperatures. An average temperature of5C/41F during winter gives Vancouver themildest winter climate in all of Canada.Things to do• Activities: hiking, skiing, snowboarding,snowshoeing, fishing, whale watching,winery tours, golf, football, soccer,ice hockey, dancing, mountain biking,horseback riding and hot springs.• Local attractions: Stanley Park,Gastown, Granville Island, GrouseMountain, Robson Street, VancouverLookout, Vancouver Science World,North Shore Mountains, EnglishBay and Capilano Canyon Park.• Attractions in the surrounding areas:Whistler and Blackcomb mountains,Vancouver Island, The ButchartGardens, Royal British ColumbiaMuseum and Okanagan Valley.Greater Vancouver AreaProvince British ColumbiaPopulation 2,116,581Currency Canadian dollarTime Zone Pacific Standard TimeElectricity110VLanguages English/French4
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