2025 AGM and Appreciation Awards
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.
Downtown Van members are invited to join us on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 for our Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony. Enjoy delicious canapés, cocktails, and the opportunity to connect with fellow members. Learn more about the winners of our 2025 Appreciation Awards here.
Event Details
- When: Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, from 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Where: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre – Pavillion Ballroom (1000 Burrard)
Event Schedule
- Registration & Networking: 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM (please arrive by 4:00 PM)
- Welcome and Annual General Meeting: 4:15 – 4:50 PM
- Appreciation Award Ceremony: 4:50 PM – 5:30 PM
- Networking: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Thank you to the Official Sponsor of Downtown Van’s Annual General Meeting and Appreciation Awards.
AGM Notice
Notice is hereby given that the 36th Annual General Meeting of Downtown Van (Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association) will be held at 3:30 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre for the following purposes:
- Review Downtown Van’s activities for the past year
- Receive and approve the Auditor’s Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025
- Appoint an auditor for the coming year
- Review and adopt the proposed 2026-2027 budget
- Elect five (5) Directors
- Transact such further and other business that may properly come before the meeting and any adjournments thereof
During the AGM, the Association will elect five (5) Directors to the Board; two (2) Directors to be elected are commercial property owners, and three (3) Directors to be elected who are business tenants. The Association invites written nominations for Directors from voting members. Nomination and membership application forms are available by emailing dvbia@dtvan.ca no later than July 27, 2025.
If you are a Downtown Van member and would like to attend the meeting, register as a voting member, or have questions, please contact Jennifer Lai at jennifer@dtvan.ca.
AGM Package
- 2024 AGM Minutes
- Audited Financial Statements
- Proposed 2026-27 Budget
- 2025 Annual Newsletter
- Membership Application and Information
The Proxy Form can be submitted via email to dvbia@dtvan.ca.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The AGM is where our members and their assigned voters can gather to vote on motions to allow for the continuation of the Downtown Van organization.
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Voters are the main contact for each organization. Unsure if you’re the voter? Please sign into the member portal under “log in” on the right-hand side of our website, or email Jennifer Lai (jennifer@dtvan.ca).
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If you are unable to attend, we kindly ask that you assign a Proxy Holder for your organization – this is one person you will assign your voting right to who will attend the AGM on behalf of your organization. Downtown Van can also assign a proxy voter on your behalf. If you’d like Downtown Van to assign one for you, please leave the proxy name blank on the second line of the proxy form.
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Please complete the Proxy Form and submit it here.
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Please have your completed proxy form submitted by September 1st at 11:59 PM.
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Since 1992, this tradition has honoured over 150 individuals and organizations shaping downtown’s success. This year, we’ll be honouring six individuals/businesses excelling in their field.
Categories include:
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- Outstanding Individual Award
- Outstanding Organization
- Emerging Leader
- Unsung Hero Award
- Sustainability Award
- Charles Gauthier Lifetime Achievement Award
Learn more about the award categories here.
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