Bus Permits - Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre

Bus Permits for Lynn Canyn Park

The District of North Vancouver limits buses in our busiest tourist areas, in order to minimize traffic congestion and keep streets safe.

Buses for schools, non-profit groups, and District of North Vancouver approved groups are permitted to enter the west parking lot at Lynn Canyon Park if they purchase both a Park Use Permit and Bus Permit in advance of their visit. Buses without the required permits are prohibited from entering the west parking lot, and large buses are not allowed to stop or park on neighbourhood streets west of the park entrance. Large buses are defined as having 25+ seats or a gross vehicle weight of 8,850 kg or more. Operators who violate these rules may be fined up to $500 per infraction.

Groups with a Park Use Permit but not wishing to purchase a Bus Permit may use the free east parking lot located off the northern end of Lillooet Road near the Lower Seymour Conservation Area. Drop-off/pick-up only.

Due to capacity limitations, the number of permits issued per day is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you book a program with the Ecology Centre, you will recieve a complimentary bus permit and do not need to fill out the form below.

2025 Bus Fees for 2 hours are:

$34.00 (+5% GST) for buses 24 seats or less
$59.00 (+5% GST) for buses 25+ seats.

Important Notes:

Groups must apply for and recieve their Park Use Permit before they can purchase a Bus Permit.

How to Get a Bus Permit

You must apply at least 2 weeks in advance of your visit.

Step 1: Apply for a Park Use Permit

Park Use Permits are required for all groups running programs or events in District of North Vancouver Parks. Please visit the North Vancouver Recreation Commission (NVRC) website and fill out the application under the ‘Temporary park use permit for business and non-profit organizations’ tab here.

Step 2: Fill out the form below

Complete the form on this page to provide us with information about your group, the bus company you are hiring, and when you wish to visit.

Step 3: Wait to hear from us

Once your Park Use Permit is confirmed through NVRC, the Ecology Centre will send you an invoice to pay for your bus permit online. Once the bus permit is paid, we will email it to you along with our park etiquette guide.

Cancellation Policy:

Bus permits are non-transferable. You can get a refund for bus permits cancelled with two or more weeks’ notice (less a $10 admin fee).

Information About Your Group

Type of Group *

Group Name *

Street Address *

City *

Phone Number *

Contact person's name *

Contact person's email address *

Is the contact person above going to be present during the visit? *

Yes

If the answer above is no, please let us know the contact name and phone number of the group leader.

Information About the Bus

Bus Company

Size of Bus *

Information About Your Visit

What day would you like to visit? *

Permits for buses remaining in the park are valid for two hours from time of arrival, unless an extra two hours has been purchased. Permits for buses that are dropping off and picking up are not time limited.

What time would you like to arrive? *

Will the bus drop off passengers and leave, or remain in the approved waiting area?

What time would you like to pick-up? *

How long would you like to stay in the park? *

Permit Conditions

Operator must follow designated bus route signage while accessing restricted areas
Vehicle must load and unload passengers in designated areas only
Idling is not permitted at any time; vehicle engine must be shut off while parked
Park etiquette must be followed by all visitors

If you encounter any issues or have difficulty completing this form, please feel free to reach out to us via email at [email protected]. Please include your booking information along with any relevant details to help us to fix any errors promptly. Thank you!

Information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Section 26 (c)(d). Contact the Privacy Head at [email protected] for questions about your privacy.

Thank you for requesting a bus permit for Lynn Canyon Park. We will be in touch with you shortly and have sent you a copy of this form via email. If you do not receive a copy, please email us at [email protected].

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