MOSAIC
CARES Social Prescribing for Seniors
About This Community
Burnaby, is a diverse city known for its natural scenery, urban amenities, and cultural attractions. It is about 13 kilometres from Vancouver city centre. Burnaby is located within the territory of the hən̓qəmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples.
This community is located within BC’s Fraser Health Authority.
Scores
Older Adults
17.7%
Walking
84
out of 100
Transit
75
out of 100
Bikeability
79
out of 100
Local Resources
Burnaby has many amenities including a hospital, museums, and libraries. There are located mountain views, parks, and is home to Simon Fraser University, and the Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area. The area around the social prescribing program is considered very walkable and very bikeable with some transit nearby. Almost one in five people in Burnaby are older adults.