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Kitsilano (IPA: ) is a neighbourhood of Vancouver. It runs west from Burrard Street through to Alma Street, and north from 16th Ave to Kitsilano Beach. As of 2006, Kitsilano is situated mostly within the Canadian federal electoral district of Vancouver Quadra (the easternmost part of Kitsilano lies within the electoral district of Vancouver Centre). Provincially, Kitsilano lies within the B.C. electoral districts of Vancouver-Point Grey and Vancouver-Fairview.

The neighborhood is known for young families, yoga studios, organic produce shops, and new or renovated condominiums. It is also home to Greektown.

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The name 'Kitsilano' is derived from 'Khahtsahlanough', the name of a Squamish chief. Kitsilano is commonly referred to as Kits.

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