Vancouver’s Downtown Association is excited to announce the latest recipients of the Bricks & Clicks Grant Program, an initiative designed to support local businesses in improving their storefronts and digital presence during Main Street construction. This grant continues to help strengthen our downtown core by funding projects that boost visibility, customer experience, and long-term resilience. Please join us in congratulating this round’s outstanding grant recipients: Kiggins Theatre - Restoring its historic Art Deco glass in the Marquee Lounge, enhancing the venue’s unique charm and preserving a

The Slocum House, one of Vancouver's most cherished historic landmarks, just got a brilliant upgrade, literally! Thanks to a partnership between Vancouver's Downtown Association, Vancouver Farmers Market, Frontdoor Back, City of Vancouver, and Kaski Electric, this 19th-century gem glows with new life through a dynamic exterior lighting installation. Once the heart of a residential district in old Vancouver, the Slocum House is the last remaining building of its kind in the area. Built around 1867 by Charles and Laura Slocum, the home showcases a distinctive

Vancouver's Downtown Association welcomed U.S. Senator Patty Murray for a tour of the transformative Main Street Promise project. Her visit highlighted the importance of partnership, vision, and the significant impact of federal investment in our community. Thanks to Senator Murray's leadership and her efforts to secure funding through the American Rescue Plan Act, long-awaited reconstruction is finally underway. This investment is reshaping Main Street into a safer, more vibrant, and accessible corridor for everyone who lives, works, shops, and explores in the area. The Main

The Vancouver Downtown Association (VDA) is thrilled to announce the newest additions to our Board of Directors! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to four dynamic leaders who bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and community spirit to the table: Erica Lindemann – Visit Vancouver USA Julie Rawls – Port of Vancouver Megan Arambul – Fieldwork Flowers Stephanie Clark – Vancouver Farmers Market Each of these individuals represents a key piece of the vibrant fabric that makes up downtown Vancouver. From tourism and

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