COVID-19 Updates
To learn more about closures and our response to COVID-19, and for updates on District operations, visit westvancouver.ca/covid.
To learn more about closures and our response to COVID-19, and for updates on District operations, visit westvancouver.ca/covid.
To obtain a film permit please read the below information and provide the required application package 10 days prior to filming.
Student Film Permit requirements
Film students are required to obtain a film permit for any production activity that occurs on private property, municipal property or parks. Typically, the permit application fees are waived, however, if any District services are required (e.g. WVPD for traffic control, Parks Liaison, special effects supervision, Signing personnel, etc.) those costs will be incurred accordingly.
Please submit prior to filming:
West Vancouver Business License
Certificate of Insurance (naming the District of West Vancouver as an additional insured for $5 million liability)
You may require an Electrical Permit (72-hour notice is required for the permit to be valid). Damage Deposit may be required depending on scope of project and location.
Student Film Permit fees
Film permit fees will be waived for film school projects that meet the following criteria:
Filming locations
While we support student filming, all projects must adhere to the West Vancouver Filming Policy and approved by the Film Office. Student filming is not permitted in parks on weekends or statutory holidays.
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