City of Burnaby
Who We Are
Burnaby is a vibrant city at the geographic centre of Metro Vancouver.
We’re blessed with an amazing natural environment; a strong cultural mosaic; thriving town centres; dedicated technology, business and education districts; welcoming neighbourhoods; and amenities and attractions that make Burnaby a great place to live, work, learn and play.
City Hall and staff support our city and residents–prudently managing your tax dollars, delivering efficient services and maintaining public safety for our growing population.
City government and citizens work hand-in-hand to make Burnaby a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community.
Why We Are Involved
The City of Burnaby is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve.
We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community.
We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.
Accessibility Initiatives
Return to Work Program
- The City values its employees and is committed to facilitating an early and safe return to work for employees on disability leave. We make every reasonable effort to provide a meaningful and productive employment environment where individuals can maintain their dignity and respect while rehabilitating from their illness, injury, or disability.
Accommodation Policy
- Our Accommodation Policy ensures employees are protected under the BC Human Rights Code and are able to work effectively, by making adjustments or modifications to the work or the work environment.
Accessible British Columbia Act
- In response to this legislation, which was granted royal assent in 2021, the City of Burnaby formed an Accessibility Committee to identify and remove barriers experienced by individuals engaging with City services.
- This Committee represents BC’s diverse population, including more than half of members being persons with disabilities and at least one member being an Indigenous person.
- Both the Committee and the City are tasked with revising and refreshing their accessibility strategy every three years, taking into account feedback from the public.
Staff Recourses
- Staff Resource Gallery: An internal resource gallery that includes materials, articles, and tools on accessibility topics to educate staff.
- Video Gallery: A collection of videos focused on accessibility and inclusion, featuring interviews, training sessions, and informational content.
Events
- Annual Staff Initiatives: Programs that showcase various topics related to accessibility and disability awareness, including workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns.
Communication
- Ongoing internal communication to staff on a variety of accessibility topics throughout the year.
