University/College

Simon Fraser University

World-class university campus set high atop Burnaby Mountain – since its inception in 1965, SFU has become Canada's leading comprehensive university

University/College

Future Public Plaza

Planned public plaza that will connect Simon Fraser University with the UniverCity community and be the venue for all events and shows up on the hill

Activity

Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum

A new 12,000 square foot free, public art gallery with a focus on local and indigenous art set to complete in 2025

Activity

First People's Gathering House

Currently under construction, this hub will offer a social gathering space and serve as a space for cultural education and activities for students and visitors

Pools

Simon Fraser University Aquatic Centre

Olympic sized swimming pool offering public lane swims, recreational and family swims and aqua fitness classes.

University/College

Bennett Library

Enjoy access to seven levels of books and resources right in the centre of campus

University/College

Simon Fraser University Academic Quadrangle

Designed by renowned architects Arthur Erickson and Geoffrey Massey.

Activity

Simon Fraser University Fitness Centre

A large fitness centre offering public memberships and wide range of machines and classes

Parks

Burnaby Mountain Park

With sweeping views of the city, Burnaby Mountain Park is an ideal place to chase the sunset – we also love the Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods) sculptures, which commemorate the goodwill between Burnaby and its sister city, Kushiro, Japan

Parks

Burnaby Mountain Centennial Rose Garden

Beautiful rose garden in the Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area that is free to visit

Forest

Burnaby Mountain Walking Path

One of the many beautiful trails surrounding Burnaby Mountain

Forest

Trans Canada Trail – Burnaby

Enjoy hiking through all the interconnected trails on Burnaby Mountain – pack a picnic, bring along your furry friends and enjoy a full day in the forest

Bus

UniverCity Bus Loop

Bus loop providing transit connections to all the major stations and thoroughfares off the mountain

Parks

Trans Canada Trail – SFU

Initiated in 1992 as a project to celebrate Canada’s 125th year, the Trans Canada Trail is made up of close to 400 individual trails, each with unique and varied features

Activity

Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology

Visit this public gallery to explore artifacts from around the world with a focus on British Columbia

Activity

Simon Fraser University Art Gallery

A public gallery that focuses on contemporary work within a local, national, and international context

Activity

Terry Fox Field

A multi-purpose sport field hosting varsity football, soccer, and lacrosse games

Activity

Softball Field

State of the art collegiate softball field complete with dugouts, bullpens and a batting cage

Primary/Secondary

University Highlands Elementary School

Kindergarten through Grade 7

Primary/Secondary

UniverCity Childcare Centre

Providing quality childcare on Burnaby Mountain to the families of SFU, its alumni, UniverCity resident families and families from the broader community

Parks

Richard Bolton Park

A 2.7 acre City of Burnaby Park, Richard Bolton Park resides in the heart of UniverCity right where the West and East Highlands meet.

Bars , Restaurants

BierCraft Univercity

Belgian and Craft beer spot that offers over 25 beers on tap and a welcoming, pub experience

Parks

Naheeno Park

A 5.1-kilometre trail just a short troll away from Symposia

Cafes

Starbucks – UniverCity

Tall, grande or venti – pop by this classic coffee chain to get your study fix

Restaurants

Mintara Restaurant

Enjoy fresh, local fare and great views at this sophisticated spot tucked into the mountainside, surrounded by the rose garden

Grocery Store

Nesters Market

Although many students may only ever buy a late-night packet of ramen or frozen pizza here, there's so much more at this market - it's a deli, greengrocer, butcher, dairy and convenience store, all in one

Restaurants

Steve's Poké Bar – SFU

Authentic counter-service Hawaiian poké – quick and healthy to grab on the go

Bank

Scotiabank

Major bank conveniently located on University Highstreet

Transportation

Zipcar

Car share service that can be used by the hour or day

Hospital

Simon Fraser Dental Centre

A comprehensive dental clinic right on University Highstreet

Activity

Burnaby Mountain Air Bike Skills Park

Mountain biking fans–young and old, beginner to advanced–can challenge themselves, developing their riding skills in a safe, controlled area.

Activity

Burnaby Lake Regional Park

Bus

Production Way-University Station

Game-changing new transportation infrastructure via a planned Gondola will bring quick access to rapid transit

Homestore

Symposia