Supporting Local Businesses: The Bricks & Clicks Grant Program
Vancouver’s Downtown Association (VDA) is committed to fostering a thriving downtown community by supporting local businesses. Through the Bricks & Clicks Grant Program, we provide resources that help downtown merchants and property owners invest in facade improvements and e-commerce initiatives—essential tools for business retention and beautification. Congratulations to Our 2025 Grant Recipients! We are proud to recognize three outstanding businesses that have received Bricks & Clicks grants this year: Center Stage Clothiers – Enhancing their business operations with a new point-of-sale system and fresh signage. Magenta
Shining a Light on E 7th Street: A Brighter, Safer Cooridor in Vancouver
Winter in the Pacific Northwest can be magical, but let’s be honest: those dark, chilly evenings can feel a little daunting, especially for nighttime pedestrians. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a major improvement to one of Vancouver’s key pedestrian corridors—W 7th Street is now brighter, safer, and more welcoming, thanks to new lighting upgrades spearheaded by the Vancouver Downtown Association (VDA). This project, made possible through a collaborative effort with Willamette Ventures, the City of Vancouver, and Frontdoor Back, highlights the power of community
Van-Tastic Award
Sponsored by Port of Vancouver USA, VDA's Annual Meeting and Van-tastic Award Ceremony will be held virtually on our Facebook page at vdausa360 on Friday, February 19th at 10AM. Don’t miss the recap of 2020! Learn about our 2021 initiatives which include Clean & Safe, Vancouver-made, e-commerce technical assistance, and others. The winners of the Van-tastic Awards in the following categories will be announced! Ohh-Ahh! Believe & Achieve Yellow Umbrella Award Carl Dobbs Commendation Corporate Supporter Recognition VIEW NOMINEES VEW EVENT #dtvanwa