Richmond is situated on Lulu Island at the mouth of the Fraser River and includes Sea Island, which is adjacent, as well as some smaller islets to the north and south. Nearby communities are Vancouver, Burnaby, Delta and New Westminster, and the Strait of Georgia creates the western border of Richmond. The Township of Richmond, British Columbia, was incorporated in 1879, and in 1990, Richmond was officially recognized as a city. Today, the city is a busy, active metropolitan area with an estimated population of over 218, 307 residents. The experienced moving company of Richmond Movers is thoroughly familiar with all areas of the city, its suburbs, neighboring cities or towns and surrounding regions.