What's happeningInterested in operating the new multi-purpose social and cultural non-profit hub?
We're seeking proposals from eligible non-profit organizations interested in operating this new social facility space.
Learn more about detailed submissions and eligibility criteria on VanApply
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Interested in subtenancy?
Is your organization either not interested or not eligible to apply for the lead tenant role? Are you still interested in becoming a subtenant?
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Key features
This 14,500 square-foot facility includes:
- Office areas
- Meeting rooms
- Multipurpose programming spaces
Information icon The space does not include moveable furniture, audio-visual (AV), or specialized equipment.
Building features
The facility is part of a larger mixed-use development with a 14-storey market rental tower and a 27-storey market strata tower.
The overall building includes:
- 80 market rental units and 133 market strata units
- Commercial retail space at ground level
- Office space (including the non-profit space)
- Underground parking and bicycle spaces
Set to open in spring 2026, the new social and cultural facility at 485 West 42nd Avenue (formerly 5740 Cambie Street) is designed to be an affordable, shared multi-purpose hub for Vancouver-based, non-profit social and ethno-cultural organizations.
When completed, the space will be fully complete and finished, including the interior, ready for immediate use.
Centrally located community hub
This mixed-use building will be near other social amenities planned for this area including Oakridge Civic Centre, seniors centre, youth centre, library, and a park. It is also close to the Canada Line rapid transit station at Cambie and 41st Avenue.
Questions?
Email: communityspaces@vancouver.ca