City of Vancouver's Non-Profit Colocation Study
Status
Completed 2025
Collaborators
City of Vancouver
Vancouver Design Nerds
Kinwa Bluesky
Photography
Vancouver Design Nerds
Haeccity Studio Architecture
The Brief
Haeccity Studio collaborated with the Vancouver Design Nerds and indigenous consultant Kinwa Bluesky to conduct a research study aimed at informing the design development and operation of future colocation hubs for social and cultural non-profit organizations (NPOs) in the City of Vancouver (COV).
The Results
Through engagement with NPO and COV staff, including site tours, interviews, and interactive workshops, we worked with our partners to gather information that was synthesized into a series of case studies, program analyses, spatial and operational typologies, and a high-level functional program template meant to be used by future stakeholders.
This study provides essential guidance for designing and operating co-located hubs that support social and cultural non-profit organizations, fostering greater collaboration, accessibility, and resilience across Vancouver.
Here’s a snapshot of what the study prioritizes:
• Shared spaces, amplified impact: Encourages efficient use of resources and increased partnerships among non-profits.
• Human-rights-based lens: Prioritizes equity, accessibility, and inclusion throughout all stages of planning.
• Informed by the community: Insights were gathered from various non-profit organizations and representatives, ensuring the findings reflect real needs and opportunities.
The Report
You can find the Non-Profit Colocation Study and more details about the City of Vancouver's strategies for City-owned and City-supported social infrastructure on the Spaces to Thrive webpage.
Alternatively, you can access the report directly at this link.
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