Norvan

Norvan is a locality in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It lies on the North Shore of the Vancouver metropolitan area, in a region characterized by steep forested hills and access to watershed lands that supply water to the region. The name is historically tied to the landscape and early settlement patterns common to the North Shore in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when logging and rural farming were prominent. Today, Norvan is primarily a rural-residential area with low housing density, scattered farms, and portions of Crown land used for forestry and recreation. Much of the surrounding countryside remains forested and provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and nature observation, with trails that connect to wider networks on the North Shore. Transportation relies on a network of local roads that link Norvan to nearby communities, along with public transit routes that serve the broader district. Governance follows the district’s planning framework, emphasizing watershed protection, environmental stewardship, and the maintenance of rural character while allowing limited development. While not a dense urban center, Norvan contributes to the diversity of the North Vancouver region by offering a more secluded setting close to both natural landscapes and urban amenities.