How is Downtown Vancouver Really Doing?

Downtown Van’s annual State of Downtown report provides insights into the city’s evolving landscape, backed by cutting-edge data. Now in its 7th edition, this report offers a comprehensive look at downtown Vancouver’s cultural, social, and economic health. It also highlights how the downtown core can evolve to ensure continued growth and prosperity.

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The report answers key questions, including:

PEOPLE
  • Who lives in downtown Vancouver?
  • Where are visitors coming from and what attracts them?
  • How is transit ridership performing?
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
  • What is the current office vacancy rate?
  • Which notable buildings were completed in 2024?
BUSINESS & ECONOMY
  • What are the current business conditions?
  • How can the local economy be improved?
  • What are Canadians spending their money on?
  • How are sectors like retail, restaurants, tourism, hospitality, film, and tech performing?
DOWNTOWN EXPERIENCE
  • What changes are coming to Granville Street?
  • What are the latest updates on the Granville Plan?
  • How do major events (like a Taylor Swift concert) impact the downtown core?

…and more.