List of district municipalities in British Columbia

District municipalities are generally larger in geographic size and have population densities that are lower compared to the province's other classifications – cities, towns, and villages.

[3] District municipalities can be incorporated under the authority of British Columbia's Local Government Act.

[4] In order for a municipality to be classified as a district municipality, its geographic area must be greater than 800 hectares (2,000 acres) and its population density must be lower than 5 residents per hectare (or 500/km2); there is no population requirement.

[5][6] Three district municipalities – Esquimalt, Langley, and Spallumcheen – are branded as townships in their official corporate names.

[4] The 48 district municipalities are governed by a total of 324 elected officials including 48 mayors and 276 councillors.