Metro Vancouver has a vision to achieve what humanity aspires to on a global basis — the highest quality of life embracing cultural vitality, economic prosperity, social justice and compassion, all nurtured in and by a beautiful and healthy natural environment. Metro Vancouver is committed to leading the region to a sustainable common future by delivering essential utility services, such as drinking water, sewage treatment and solid waste management, economically and effectively on a regional basis, as well as maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in our region by managing and planning growth and development and protecting air quality and green spaces.