Metro Vancouver manages a system of regional parks, greenways, park reserves, and ecological conservancy areas. Metro Vancouver regional parks protect natural areas and connect people to nature.
The Regional Parks Plan is Metro Vancouver’s management plan for the regional parks system. The plan guides work to protect natural areas and connect people to nature, progressing towards the vision of a resilient network of regional parks and greenways that continues to provide important climate, health, and other benefits to park visitors and the wider region.
These principles guide the work that we do:
- Nature focused
Nature has inherent value and its protection for future generations is the foundation of what we do. - Interconnected
Our work nurtures the essential connection between people and nature, recognizing the vital role nature plays in human health and well-being. - Inclusive
Equity is integral to what we do, as we create an inclusive environment for all. - Reconciliation focused
Relationships with Indigenous peoples are strengthened as we make the journey together along the pathway of truth and reconciliation. - Collaborative
By working with others, we collectively care for the land to improve the region’s livability and ecological health. - Knowledge based
Decision-making is informed by data and science, and incorporates Indigenous Knowledge. We learn from others and share our knowledge generously. - Adaptive
We sustain a culture of adaptive management, through learning, innovation, and evaluation.