Vancouver is the largest metropolitan centre in western Canada and the third largest in the country.

The city's population is estimated to be 602,231 (2005) and that of the metropolitan area 2,186,965 (2001 census). Some predict that by 2020, the population of the metropolitan area will be 2.6 million. The current mayor is Sam Sullivan. In 2006, Vancouver has been ranked the 56th most expensive city to live among 144 major cities in the world, and the 2nd most expensive in Canada (after Toronto).

A resident of Vancouver is called a "Vancouverite." They are known for their Starbucks in hand, passion for fitness attire, and a little thing called "Vansterdamn".

We look forward to the 2010 Olympics because construction will be done.