Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver is located on Canada's West Coast in the province of British Columbia. It is the third largest metropolitan area in Canada, with a population of 2,208,300 (2005 est) and a city population of 583,267 (2005 est).
Vancouver is considered to be a relaxed city, with a lively cultural scene, a reputation as a tolerant city open to social experimentation and alternative lifestyles and year-round access to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, boating, and skiing. Vancouver is often referred to as "Hollywood North", due to the fact that it is the third largest film production centre for US-based productions. Vancouver is ranked the 2nd most expensive city to live in Canada, and has the highest housing prices in Canada. In 2010 Vancouver will play host to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Demographics Vancouver British Columbia (Census 2001)
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Ethnic Origin |
Population |
Percentage |
English |
475,075 |
24.14% |
Canadian |
378,545 |
19.24% |
Chinese |
347,985 |
17.68% |
Scottish |
311,940 |
15.85% |
Irish |
234,680 |
11.92% |
German |
187,410 |
9.52% |
East Indian |
142,060 |
7.22% |
French |
128,715 |
6.54% |
Ukranian |
76,525 |
3.88% |
Don't Be Alarmed, I.D. Required 
As of June 23, 2008, your REALTOR® will have to ask for identification, as in picture I.D. In June 2007, the federal government approved amendments to regulations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering)and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). The amendments, which come into effect on June 23, 2008, are designed to broaden the scope of record keeping and reporting requirements. This means that real estate salespersons and brokers will have new obligations under the PCMLTFA.
Requirements as of June 23, 2008 will include a receipt of funds record for all transactions regardless of the amount of funds received (unless funds are received from a financial entity or public body). In addition, a client identification record will be required to be completed with respect to every purchase and sale regardless of the existence of a cash deposit. Salespersons and brokers will be required to verify and record the identification of each client involved in a particular sale.
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