Target group: Residents
Vantaa promotes the well-being of its residents, and they can influence the city's services and activities in many ways.
Water aerobics
There is a variety of water aerobics groups for special groups, senior citizens and working-age people.
Vantaa City Museum Front page
Vantaa City Museum documents and displays the history of Vantaa. The museum is located in Tikkurila's old railway station.
Animal welfare
If you suspect that an animal is being treated in violation of the Animal Welfare Act, please contact the animal welfare authorities, which include the city's veterinarians and health inspectors and the police.
Public beaches and winter swimming spots
Vantaa has six public beaches and two winter swimming spots. Bathing water quality at public beaches is monitored with regular sampling.
Veterinary clinic
Basic care for small animals is provided by the veterinary clinic of the City of Vantaa. The services are intended for the pets of Vantaa residents only.
Import and export of animals
Before you bring an animal into Finland or take animal abroad, please find out what vaccinations, medication and documentation, or other requirements, should be considered.
Food poisoning or waterborne outbreaks
If you suspect that food, drinking water or bathing water has made you ill, please report it to the Environment Centre as quickly as possible.
Food control
The Environment Centre of Vantaa controls the safety and health-related quality of food as well as compliance with food regulations.
Housing and health
The Environment Centre investigates health hazards in cases where the owner of a building fails to carry out the necessary investigations and take corrective action.
Playground meals
Playground meals again available in the summer! Warm meals will be distributed free of charge to under-18-year-old Vantaa residents in various places around the city from June 2 to August 1, on weekdays at 11:00–12:00. Lunches are now also distributed to seniors living in Vantaa.