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Healthy City Strategy

The Healthy City Strategy is a long-term, integrated plan for healthier people, communities, and environments.

Our aim is to continually improve the conditions that allow everyone to enjoy the highest level of health and well-being possible. 

The strategy includes long-term goals reflecting key determinants of health in Vancouver. Setting these goals means that the City will continuously strive to improve well-being in these areas.

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What's happening2026 Healthy City Strategy approved by Council

In February 2026, City Council approved the renewed Healthy City Strategy, which reaffirms the City’s commitment to building a healthier, more inclusive city for all residents.

Originally created in 2014 in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, the 2026 renewal provides updated goals, lenses and new measures for accountability and reporting.

Healthy City Strategy: 2026 framework and implementation update:

Learn more about the latest updates

What you need to know

The Healthy City Strategy is guided by our vision of “A Healthy City for All”. It is a long-term, integrated plan for healthier people, healthier places, and a healthier planet.

Our aim is to continually improve the conditions that allow everyone to enjoy the highest level of health and well-being possible. This includes social socioeconomic conditions, access to services, and the communities and environments we engage in.

Our goals

Resources

Healthy City Dashboard

  • Watch for updates later in 2026 to align with the refreshed strategy. 
  • Review the status, trends, and graphs of health indicators.

Explore the Healthy City Dashboard

Goals and targets

Good health throughout life

Affordable, safe, secure housing

Food systems

Care and support networks

Income and economy

Community safety

Belonging and connection

Active living

Arts, culture, and learning

Sustainable transportation

Complete neighbourhoods

Climate change and disaster resilience

Contact us

Contact information, partner agencies, and website policies

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