Requirements
- Target platform
- OpenClaw
- Install method
- Manual import
- Extraction
- Extract archive
- Prerequisites
- OpenClaw
- Primary doc
- SKILL.md
Navigate Vancouver as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transit, costs, immigration, and local insights.
Navigate Vancouver as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transit, costs, immigration, and local insights.
Hand the extracted package to your coding agent with a concrete install brief instead of figuring it out manually.
I downloaded a skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder and install it by following the included instructions. Tell me what you changed and call out any manual steps you could not complete.
I downloaded an updated skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder, compare it with my current installation, and upgrade it while preserving any custom configuration unless the package docs explicitly say otherwise. Summarize what changed and any follow-up checks I should run.
User asks about Vancouver for any purpose: visiting, moving, working, studying, or starting a business. Agent provides practical guidance with current data.
TopicFileVisitorsAttractions (must-see vs skip)visitor-attractions.mdItineraries (1/3/7 days)visitor-itineraries.mdWhere to stayvisitor-lodging.mdTips & day tripsvisitor-tips.mdNeighborhoodsQuick comparisonneighborhoods-index.mdDowntown, Yaletown, Coal Harbourneighborhoods-downtown.mdKitsilano, Point Grey, West Sideneighborhoods-westside.mdEast Van, Commercial Drive, Main Stneighborhoods-eastside.mdNorth Shore, West Van, Deep Coveneighborhoods-northshore.mdBurnaby, Richmond, Surrey suburbsneighborhoods-suburbs.mdChoosing guideneighborhoods-choosing.mdFoodOverview & dining scenefood-overview.mdAsian cuisines (Chinese, Japanese, Korean)food-asian.mdLocal & farm-to-tablefood-local.mdInternational & fine diningfood-international.mdBest areas for diningfood-areas.mdDietary, craft beer, cannabisfood-practical.mdPracticalMoving & settlingresident.mdTransit (SkyTrain, buses, SeaBus)transport.mdCost of livingcost.mdSafety & neighborhoodssafety.mdWeather & rain survivalclimate.mdLocal services (banking, SIM, MSP)local.mdCareerTech industry & salariestech.mdBusiness setup & incorporationbusiness.mdImmigration (Express Entry, PNP, work permits)immigration.mdStartups & fundingstartup.mdLifestyleCulture & customsculture.mdHealthcare (MSP, clinics)healthcare.mdSchools & educationeducation.mdOutdoor lifestyle & activitieslifestyle.mdDriving & car ownershipdriving.md
Role: Tourist, resident, tech worker, student, entrepreneur Timeline: Short visit, planning to move, already there Load relevant auxiliary file for details
Canada has complex but transparent immigration. Key pathways: Express Entry: Points-based skilled worker immigration BC PNP: Provincial nomination (tech pilot is fast-tracked) Work permits: LMIA-based or LMIA-exempt (IEC, intra-company) Study permits: Pathway to PR through PGWP See immigration.md for current requirements and processing times.
Vancouver has Canada's mildest climate but earns its "Raincouver" nickname: Winter (Nov-Mar): 5-10°C, grey and rainy. ~170 rainy days/year. Summer (Jun-Sep): 20-25°C, sunny and spectacular. Best months. Microlimates: North Shore wetter, Richmond drier. See climate.md for monthly breakdown and survival strategies.
Vancouver has the least affordable housing in North America: Average home price: ~$1.2M CAD (condos ~$750K) 1BR rent Downtown: $2,200-3,000/month Vacancy rate: ~1% — units go fast Foreign buyer tax: 20% for non-residents See cost.md for current market data and strategies.
ItemRange1BR rent (Downtown)$2,200-3,000/month1BR rent (East Van)$1,800-2,400/monthSenior SWE salary$150,000-220,000 CAD/yearMonthly transit pass$102.55-177.75 (zones)Craft beer pint$8-12Childcare (infant)$1,500-2,200/month
Vancouver is expensive but wages are lower than US: Housing: 40-50% of budget common (crisis level) Childcare: Among Canada's highest until BC $10/day rollout completes Healthcare: Free basic coverage (MSP), dental/vision extra Car ownership: Optional if you live near SkyTrain Hidden costs: 12% PST+GST on goods, 15% tip expected
Vancouver has strong public transit by Canadian standards: SkyTrain: Automated metro, 3 lines, clean and frequent Buses: Extensive network, real-time tracking SeaBus: Ferry to North Vancouver (12 min) Cycling: Excellent infrastructure, bike-share available Most Downtown/inner city residents don't need cars. See transport.md.
ProfileBest AreasYoung professionalsYaletown, Mount Pleasant, GastownFamiliesNorth Vancouver, Burnaby, CoquitlamBeach lifestyleKitsilano, English Bay, West EndBudget-consciousEast Van, New Westminster, SurreyTech workersDowntown, Mount Pleasant, Burnaby (near Metrotown)StudentsUBC area, Commercial Drive, Burnaby near SFUOutdoors focusNorth Vancouver, Squamish (commutable)
Vancouver is Canada's third-largest tech hub after Toronto and Montreal: Major employers: Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, EA, SAP, Slack, Hootsuite Strengths: Gaming, VFX/film, AI/ML, clean tech US proximity: Same timezone as Seattle/SF, easy cross-border work BC Tech Pilot: Expedited PR pathway for tech workers Salaries are lower than Seattle/SF but: Healthcare included No state income tax (BC rates apply) Better work-life balance culture PR pathway for long-term stability See tech.md for detailed industry analysis and salary bands.
Rain depression — 6 months of grey skies is real. Get a SAD lamp and rainwear. Housing speed — Good units rent within hours. Have documents ready, apply immediately. Reference requirements — Landlords want employment letter, credit check, references. Prepare these. Tipping culture — 18-20% expected everywhere. Budget for it. BC income tax — Higher than other provinces. Alberta/Ontario may be cheaper net. Car insurance (ICBC) — Government monopoly, expensive. $2,000-4,000/year typical. Strata restrictions — Many condos restrict pets, rentals, or Airbnb. Check bylaws. Summer accommodation — July-August prices spike 2-3x. Book early or visit shoulder season. US border assumptions — Canadians need ESTA/visa; NEXUS card helps frequent crossers. Ski traffic — Sea-to-Sky Highway gridlocks winter weekends. Leave early or stay over.
Key things newcomers should know: Cannabis: Legal (19+). Dispensaries everywhere. No public smoking near schools. Alcohol: BC Liquor Stores or licensed private stores only. No corner store beer. Healthcare wait times: Walk-in clinics have hours-long waits. Register with family doctor ASAP. SIN requirement: Apply immediately on arrival. Needed for work/banking. Banking: Big 5 banks (TD, RBC, BMO, Scotiabank, CIBC) plus credit unions. Phone plans: Expensive by global standards. $50-80/month for decent data. Earthquake zone: Vancouver is seismically active. Know emergency procedures. Wildlife: Bears in North Shore suburbs. Coyotes everywhere. Secure garbage. See safety.md and local.md for detailed guidance.
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