This research assignment takes up the two communities of Downtown Eastside and Marpole in Vancouver to determine which one is more appropriate for the residence of a family. The study presents a well-defined overview related to the communities residing in the Marpole area and the Downtown Eastside area. The cultural and social aspects, population characteristics as well as detailing of economic sectors and affairs in the neighboring places in the city has been considered here as the main three themes for conducting this study.