LOVE IT
Like a Local
To North Shore, Like a Local means to Love it, Like a Local. To have respect for the environment that gives us so much. Below are tips and resources on how to take care of the North Shore, Like a Local:
Reusable Bags
Single-use plastic bags are now banned in Canada so please bring your own bag for shopping. Paper bags and new reusable bags may be available at stores for a small fee.
Canada’s Single-Use Plastic Laws
Recycling
Here’s what you can recycle, and where to do it!
Recycle BC: What can I recycle?Recycle BC Drop-Off Locations
Water Bottles
Metro Vancouver drinking water is 100% safe to drink and always refreshing, so be sure to remember your refillable bottle!
Drinking Water Quality Reports
Wildlife
Feeding wildlife is never a good idea—it hurts them and can put you in danger.
Don’t Love It To Death ProjectBCSPCA: Reasons not to feed wildlife
BC Wildlife Federation
Wildlife Rescue BC
Public Transit
Fully accessible public transportation is provided by TransLink to and throughout the North Shore and is easy to use! You can buy a handy visitor’s pass, or pay your fare onboard with any major credit card.
Watch our Getting Here videoGetting to the North Shore
Resource Conservation + Fire Prevention
Be mindful of your water use. We’ve had a low year for precipitation, so every drop counts! Also, be very mindful and aware of your behaviour in the dry brush and wilderness, any spark, ash or discarded cigarette can cause a forest fire! Know how to prevent forest fires, understand the fire bans and know who to call in an emergency.
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