Kits Beach

Kitsilano Beach was originally known as Greer's Beach, names for Sam Greer, one of the first non-native settlers in the area. The spirit Green built his homestead in 1882 along the waters and went so far as to challenge the Canadian Pacific Railways for land rights. The CPR one in 1890's leaving Sam Greer searching for new property. Today what is now known as Kitsilano Beach owes its existence to private citizens that bought land off of the CPR. Kitsilano beach received its current name from the cities neighbor first nations Squamish Chief, August Jack Khatsahlona. The area was originally home to many first nations during the 1800's before early settlers say the industry potential of using the channel for wood, coal, and other exports. There is still a small amount of land reserved for the first nations located at the foot of the Burrand Street Bridge called senakw.

Kits Beach During Festival of Lights

Kits beach, as local refer to it, is the easternmost beach that curls around Vancouver's Western Coast. Kit beach features a beautiful ocean beach, with scenic views of the English bay, Vancouver city and the North Shore mountain, and recreation activities. Kits is a favorite place for local and visitors to play because of the geography of the bay creating vast beach fronts, grass lands to play on, quick access to city amenities such as shops and food, and recreation sports like tennis and pool swimming. The Beach also host many famous and popular Vancouver events such as Bard on the Beach, Celebration of Lights, and Vancouver's international Children's festival.

Kits has become a landmark for its history, functionality, and beauty.