Help us make Vancouver’s public plazas better!
The City of Vancouver has put together a short survey to find out how you use public plazas. Your feedback will help shape future improvements, events, and resources for these spaces.
Take the survey: vancouver.ca/plaza-review
The City of Vancouver has put together a short survey to find out how you use public plazas. Your feedback will help shape future improvements, events, and resources for these spaces.
Take the survey: vancouver.ca/plaza-review
September 8, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Help us make Vancouver’s public plazas better!
The City of Vancouver has put together a short survey to find out how you use public plazas. Your feedback will help shape future improvements, events, and resources for these spaces.
Take the survey: vancouver.ca/plaza-review
The City of Vancouver has put together a short survey to find out how you use public plazas. Your feedback will help shape future improvements, events, and resources for these spaces.
Take the survey: vancouver.ca/plaza-review
Following the success of this year’s Summer Movie Nights, we’ll be hosting two more FREE outdoor movie nights to close out the season 🎬
Join us on September 4 & 11 at Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
🍿Free activations begin at 5 PM and the movie starts at sundown
Learn more www.dtvan.ca/events/indie...
Join us on September 4 & 11 at Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
🍿Free activations begin at 5 PM and the movie starts at sundown
Learn more www.dtvan.ca/events/indie...
August 28, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Following the success of this year’s Summer Movie Nights, we’ll be hosting two more FREE outdoor movie nights to close out the season 🎬
Join us on September 4 & 11 at Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
🍿Free activations begin at 5 PM and the movie starts at sundown
Learn more www.dtvan.ca/events/indie...
Join us on September 4 & 11 at Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
🍿Free activations begin at 5 PM and the movie starts at sundown
Learn more www.dtvan.ca/events/indie...
Join us this August for Granville Block Party, a free, family-friendly, two-day festival in the heart of the Granville Entertainment District with live music, market vendors, family fun + more!
🗓️ Aug 23 & 24 | 1–7 PM
📍 Granville x Robson intersection
Learn more: dtvan.ca/granvilleblo...
🗓️ Aug 23 & 24 | 1–7 PM
📍 Granville x Robson intersection
Learn more: dtvan.ca/granvilleblo...
July 24, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Join us this August for Granville Block Party, a free, family-friendly, two-day festival in the heart of the Granville Entertainment District with live music, market vendors, family fun + more!
🗓️ Aug 23 & 24 | 1–7 PM
📍 Granville x Robson intersection
Learn more: dtvan.ca/granvilleblo...
🗓️ Aug 23 & 24 | 1–7 PM
📍 Granville x Robson intersection
Learn more: dtvan.ca/granvilleblo...
Summer Movie Nights returns TONIGHT with the teen cult comedy Bring It On 📣📣 at šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Formerly the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza)
🍿Activations begin 5 PM with the movie starting after sunset (around 9:30 PM)
🍿Activations begin 5 PM with the movie starting after sunset (around 9:30 PM)
July 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Summer Movie Nights returns TONIGHT with the teen cult comedy Bring It On 📣📣 at šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Formerly the Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza)
🍿Activations begin 5 PM with the movie starting after sunset (around 9:30 PM)
🍿Activations begin 5 PM with the movie starting after sunset (around 9:30 PM)
Read Downtown Van's statement on the fire that occurred June 11, 2025 at 1176 Granville Street here: www.dtvan.ca/wp-content/u...
June 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Read Downtown Van's statement on the fire that occurred June 11, 2025 at 1176 Granville Street here: www.dtvan.ca/wp-content/u...
Summer Movie Nights is back!
🗓 Thursdays | July 3 – August 14
📍 šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square
Starting at 5 PM, enjoy free movie-themed activities, games, and interactive experiences for all ages with the movie beginning at sundown (around 9 PM) 🎬🍿
More information: www.dtvan.ca/summermovien...
🗓 Thursdays | July 3 – August 14
📍 šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square
Starting at 5 PM, enjoy free movie-themed activities, games, and interactive experiences for all ages with the movie beginning at sundown (around 9 PM) 🎬🍿
More information: www.dtvan.ca/summermovien...
June 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Summer Movie Nights is back!
🗓 Thursdays | July 3 – August 14
📍 šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square
Starting at 5 PM, enjoy free movie-themed activities, games, and interactive experiences for all ages with the movie beginning at sundown (around 9 PM) 🎬🍿
More information: www.dtvan.ca/summermovien...
🗓 Thursdays | July 3 – August 14
📍 šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square
Starting at 5 PM, enjoy free movie-themed activities, games, and interactive experiences for all ages with the movie beginning at sundown (around 9 PM) 🎬🍿
More information: www.dtvan.ca/summermovien...
For this month's People of Downtown, we had the pleasure of speaking with David Pereira, who has worked in the printing industry for his entire career.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
May 30, 2025 at 7:55 PM
For this month's People of Downtown, we had the pleasure of speaking with David Pereira, who has worked in the printing industry for his entire career.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Mark your calendars! The Alley Oop Street Party hosted by Binner's Project returns June 14th!
Your ticket includes:
🍹 Two complimentary drink tickets
🌮🍦 Unlimited eats from Tacofino & @Earnesticecream
🎶 Live music
Learn more: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Your ticket includes:
🍹 Two complimentary drink tickets
🌮🍦 Unlimited eats from Tacofino & @Earnesticecream
🎶 Live music
Learn more: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
May 26, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Mark your calendars! The Alley Oop Street Party hosted by Binner's Project returns June 14th!
Your ticket includes:
🍹 Two complimentary drink tickets
🌮🍦 Unlimited eats from Tacofino & @Earnesticecream
🎶 Live music
Learn more: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Your ticket includes:
🍹 Two complimentary drink tickets
🌮🍦 Unlimited eats from Tacofino & @Earnesticecream
🎶 Live music
Learn more: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Were you surprised by the lie?
Access your FREE copy of the 2025 State of Downtown report: dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Access your FREE copy of the 2025 State of Downtown report: dtvan.ca/research/sta...
May 20, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Were you surprised by the lie?
Access your FREE copy of the 2025 State of Downtown report: dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Access your FREE copy of the 2025 State of Downtown report: dtvan.ca/research/sta...
We recently released the 2025 State of Downtown report at a special launch event bringing together Downtown Van members, business leaders, policymakers and partners.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/state-of-dow...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/state-of-dow...
May 16, 2025 at 6:15 PM
We recently released the 2025 State of Downtown report at a special launch event bringing together Downtown Van members, business leaders, policymakers and partners.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/state-of-dow...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/state-of-dow...
Ruff day? Not anymore!
To coincide with Canadian Mental Health Week, you're invited to join us on Thursday, May 22 for FREE dog therapy sessions with the adorable pups from HERO DAWGS!
WHERE: Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
WHEN: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
dtvan.ca/events/dog-t...
To coincide with Canadian Mental Health Week, you're invited to join us on Thursday, May 22 for FREE dog therapy sessions with the adorable pups from HERO DAWGS!
WHERE: Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
WHEN: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
dtvan.ca/events/dog-t...
May 15, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Ruff day? Not anymore!
To coincide with Canadian Mental Health Week, you're invited to join us on Thursday, May 22 for FREE dog therapy sessions with the adorable pups from HERO DAWGS!
WHERE: Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
WHEN: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
dtvan.ca/events/dog-t...
To coincide with Canadian Mental Health Week, you're invited to join us on Thursday, May 22 for FREE dog therapy sessions with the adorable pups from HERO DAWGS!
WHERE: Lot 19 (855 W Hastings)
WHEN: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
dtvan.ca/events/dog-t...
Today, the Downtown Van team, from office staff to Ambassadors and the Clean Team rolled up our sleeves to make a visible difference in our city.
We removed 1053 pieces of graffiti from the downtown core, reinforcing our commitment to creating a cleaner, safer and more welcoming environment.
We removed 1053 pieces of graffiti from the downtown core, reinforcing our commitment to creating a cleaner, safer and more welcoming environment.
May 14, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Today, the Downtown Van team, from office staff to Ambassadors and the Clean Team rolled up our sleeves to make a visible difference in our city.
We removed 1053 pieces of graffiti from the downtown core, reinforcing our commitment to creating a cleaner, safer and more welcoming environment.
We removed 1053 pieces of graffiti from the downtown core, reinforcing our commitment to creating a cleaner, safer and more welcoming environment.
Kevin ditched the corporate life to serve bánh mì and vermicelli bowls out of a food truck — now he’s running a café in the heart of downtown.
Here's how it all went down: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Here's how it all went down: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
April 25, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Kevin ditched the corporate life to serve bánh mì and vermicelli bowls out of a food truck — now he’s running a café in the heart of downtown.
Here's how it all went down: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Here's how it all went down: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
We’re proud to officially launch our first-ever Public Art Strategy — a bold, three-year vision to bring more public art to the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Read the full strategy: www.dtvan.ca/projects/pub...
Read the full strategy: www.dtvan.ca/projects/pub...
April 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
We’re proud to officially launch our first-ever Public Art Strategy — a bold, three-year vision to bring more public art to the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Read the full strategy: www.dtvan.ca/projects/pub...
Read the full strategy: www.dtvan.ca/projects/pub...
The 2025 State of Downtown Report is here!
Now in its 7th edition, this report provides data-driven insights into the cultural, social, and economic health of downtown Vancouver, and how it can evolve for continued growth and prosperity.
Access your FREE copy here: www.dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Now in its 7th edition, this report provides data-driven insights into the cultural, social, and economic health of downtown Vancouver, and how it can evolve for continued growth and prosperity.
Access your FREE copy here: www.dtvan.ca/research/sta...
April 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The 2025 State of Downtown Report is here!
Now in its 7th edition, this report provides data-driven insights into the cultural, social, and economic health of downtown Vancouver, and how it can evolve for continued growth and prosperity.
Access your FREE copy here: www.dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Now in its 7th edition, this report provides data-driven insights into the cultural, social, and economic health of downtown Vancouver, and how it can evolve for continued growth and prosperity.
Access your FREE copy here: www.dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour dates in Vancouver resulted in a 26% increase in downtown spending. Learn how downtown Vancouver can maximize the impact of major events in the State of Downtown report launching tomorrow!
Thank you to Moneris for their generous support as our Partner Sponsor.
Thank you to Moneris for their generous support as our Partner Sponsor.
April 2, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour dates in Vancouver resulted in a 26% increase in downtown spending. Learn how downtown Vancouver can maximize the impact of major events in the State of Downtown report launching tomorrow!
Thank you to Moneris for their generous support as our Partner Sponsor.
Thank you to Moneris for their generous support as our Partner Sponsor.
This month, we're excited to feature Chef Alex Kim, Culinary Director at Five Sails, under Glowbal Restaurant Group, who recently took home gold at the prestigious 2025 Canadian Culinary Championship.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
March 28, 2025 at 9:52 PM
This month, we're excited to feature Chef Alex Kim, Culinary Director at Five Sails, under Glowbal Restaurant Group, who recently took home gold at the prestigious 2025 Canadian Culinary Championship.
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
Read more: www.dtvan.ca/people-of-do...
We’re excited to announce that Mayor Ken Sim will be delivering the opening remarks at our State of Downtown Report Launch and Panel Discussion on April 3, 2025.
Stay tuned for the full report out April 3! dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
Stay tuned for the full report out April 3! dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
March 26, 2025 at 10:56 PM
We’re excited to announce that Mayor Ken Sim will be delivering the opening remarks at our State of Downtown Report Launch and Panel Discussion on April 3, 2025.
Stay tuned for the full report out April 3! dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
Stay tuned for the full report out April 3! dtvan.ca/research/sta...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
We also had Kiah McGeer, Communications Manager of Microsoft Vancouver doing a demo of Microsoft Copilot.
Such an insightful session!
Such an insightful session!
March 18, 2025 at 11:27 PM
We also had Kiah McGeer, Communications Manager of Microsoft Vancouver doing a demo of Microsoft Copilot.
Such an insightful session!
Such an insightful session!
We were thrilled to have David Seymour, Vice President, AI Strategy and General Manager of Microsoft Vancouver, delivering a special keynote.
March 18, 2025 at 11:27 PM
We were thrilled to have David Seymour, Vice President, AI Strategy and General Manager of Microsoft Vancouver, delivering a special keynote.
Today we hosted an exclusive AI workshop with
Microsoft Vancouver for our members.
Microsoft Vancouver for our members.
March 18, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Today we hosted an exclusive AI workshop with
Microsoft Vancouver for our members.
Microsoft Vancouver for our members.
Sean Bailey is the lead writer of the State of Downtown report, our signature research publication. On April 3, he will be presenting the key findings from this year’s report.
Join the waitlist: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
Join the waitlist: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
March 17, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Sean Bailey is the lead writer of the State of Downtown report, our signature research publication. On April 3, he will be presenting the key findings from this year’s report.
Join the waitlist: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
Join the waitlist: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
Join us at our 2025 State of Downtown launch event for an in-depth look at the latest insights on the Downtown Van district.
This event is reserved for Downtown Van members. Learn more and register today: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
This event is reserved for Downtown Van members. Learn more and register today: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
March 13, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Join us at our 2025 State of Downtown launch event for an in-depth look at the latest insights on the Downtown Van district.
This event is reserved for Downtown Van members. Learn more and register today: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
This event is reserved for Downtown Van members. Learn more and register today: www.dtvan.ca/events/state...
Thank you to Moneris for their support as our Partner Sponsor.
🚨 FREE workshop presented by @locobc.bsky.social 🚨
Workshop: Riding the "Buy Canada" Wave with BC Buy Local (Online 💻)
🗓️ March 11, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
🗓️ March 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Register now: www.locobc.ca/event_list?c...
Workshop: Riding the "Buy Canada" Wave with BC Buy Local (Online 💻)
🗓️ March 11, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
🗓️ March 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Register now: www.locobc.ca/event_list?c...
March 7, 2025 at 6:40 PM
🚨 FREE workshop presented by @locobc.bsky.social 🚨
Workshop: Riding the "Buy Canada" Wave with BC Buy Local (Online 💻)
🗓️ March 11, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
🗓️ March 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Register now: www.locobc.ca/event_list?c...
Workshop: Riding the "Buy Canada" Wave with BC Buy Local (Online 💻)
🗓️ March 11, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
🗓️ March 13, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Register now: www.locobc.ca/event_list?c...