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Downtown Vancouver is a thriving, friendly and diverse community because of the people who choose to live, work and visit here. Our job is to support them every way we can.
About usLand Acknowledgement
We acknowledge with gratitude that this work takes place on the traditional lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
2025 Annual General Meeting & Appreciation Awards Ceremony
Notice is hereby given that the 36th Annual General Meeting of Downtown Van will be held at 3:30 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre.
We love connecting people in Downtown Van. Join us at one of our events to meet fellow community members, trade stories, share knowledge and schmooze (if that’s your thing).
HEY, DOWNTOWN VAN!
Discover the best of downtown Vancouver with our brand-new podcast, “Hey, Downtown Van!” hosted by us, Downtown Van. In each episode, we chat with local business owners, influencers, and community leaders, to bring the latest insights and trends shaping our city.
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Membership Has Its Perks
There are a lot of reasons to become a Downtown Van member. Here are just a few.
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Connect with your fellow Downtown Van colleagues through Libations, social gatherings, roundtable talks, lunch and learns, and other member-exclusive events!
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Whether you’re in need of social media support, power washing, or assistance from our Safety Ambassadors, we’re here to help.
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Unlike other membership programs, ours is totally free! All you need to do is sign up. No strings attached.
Eligibility requirements
Class 5 or 6 businesses within the DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER catchment are eligible for membership.
Home-based businesses, businesses that fall outside of our catchment, or people whose companies do not contribute to our levy (such as individuals or businesses working in shared office spaces*, food trucks, street vendors or buskers) are not eligible for membership.
*Some exceptions may apply
YOU’D MAKE A GREAT MEMBER
Start your (totally free) membership now to access business and community-focused workshops, resources, lunch and learns and more. That’s right. Free lunch.
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