Government
The City of Vancouver is the capital of the province of British Columbia. Vancouver is also located only 4 hours away from the Nation's Capital Ottawa.
Looking for your Member of Parliament? Need a permit to renovate your home? Want to get your driver’s license? Our Vancouver government listings provide all the information you need to cut through the red tape and find the government service you want. Federal, provincial or municipal, our Vancouver government listings include all three levels of government as well as government agencies, embassies, crown corporations and local associations. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it in our Vancouver government directory.
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Vancouver has received several awards for its various services and programs, including a United Nations award for Innovation in Public Service. Vancouver City Hall hours - Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (GMT-07:00 Pacific Daylight Time)
The Vancouver Police Department is governed by the Vancouver Police Board under the authority of the British Columbia Police Act. This board consists of the Mayor and six other representatives of the city.
