 Why do business here?
A prime location in North Burnaby, the Heights Commercial District is ideally located on or near several major Translink routes and traffic arteries. These include Hastings Street, which sees 40,000 cars pass through daily (1.2 million each month) and Highway 1, which efficiently connects the Heights to numerous parts of the Lower Mainland. We are 5 minutes from the North Shore, 15 minutes from Downtown, and 20 minutes from Surrey.
Moreover, with 10 free municipal parking lots and an abundance of parking on side streets, the Heights is a very accessible shopping area.
The Heights commercial district has supported businesses for more than 75 years. It is comprised of a vibrant mix of many long-standing independent businesses as well as successful franchises and brand name companies. The flavour is decidedly multi-cultural, and the area is well known as one of the most desirable places in the Lower Mainland to live.
A feeling of community pride resonates through this friendly neighborhood shopping district. Customers feel it when they enter a proprietor-run shop who treats them like family. It truly is a neighbourhood shopping district with an authentic, personal atmosphere.
 The Heights commercial district is actively served by the Heights Merchants Association BIA. This group undertakes regular and strategic marketing, promotions and beautification initiatives to give the Heights an appealing flare that continues to attract new businesses and customers.
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