3rd floor, BC Artscape Sun Wah, 268 Keefer Street
Currently a multipurpose flex space, this unit features a unique layout and is suitable for a variety of uses not limited to administration, production, exhibition, and education. The unit is on the 3rd floor, among administrative offices for a wide range of cultural and social nonprofits, one shared kitchen/lunchroom, and accessible and gender neutral washrooms. Minimum 1 year lease preferred. Please note that this unit does not have natural light.
Rental Rate: $1495.48 + GST / Month
(all-in cost inclusive of property taxes, building maintenance, utilities, Wi-fi and share of common area expenses.)
Unit Features
686 sq ft
Ceilings with neon light feature
Primed walls
Tile floor with concrete entry area
Bright, dimmable, energy efficient lighting
Electrical service
Sprinkler system
Hi-speed shared WIFI network
Access to shared amenities and building features (see below)
To schedule a viewing or ask questions about this space, please contact Carmut Me, operations@bcartscape.ca
Building Features / BCA Tenant Amenities:
7:30AM-11:59PM access for BCA tenants
Ground floor main entrance on Keefer Street
Fully accessible
Passenger elevator
Freight elevator with loading bay
Sprinkler system
Washrooms on each floor, including universal toilet rooms
Shared kitchens/lunchrooms on each floor
Secure access system
Secure bike parking
Paid parking on levels 5-8 operated by Impark.
About BC Artscape Sun Wah
Opened in March 2018, BCA Sun Wah is a community cultural hub located in Chinatown. Spanning 50,000 square feet over 3 floors in the Sun Wah Centre at 268 Keefer, BCA Sun Wah provides secure affordable space to a diverse mix of artists, cultural organizations, social impact organizations and community groups. For a full list of current BC Artscape Sun Wah tenants click here.
Operating Principles
BC Artscape Sun Wah is located on unceded Coast Salish shared lands of xwməθkwəyəm (Musqueam), Skxwú7mesh (Squamish) & səlilwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) - and strives to be a respectful and collaborative steward in this context.
All are welcome regardless of age, socioeconomic status, language, culture or gender.
The heritage values and cultural landscape of Chinatown is reflected in our tenanting, programming and spaces. Language accessibility is supported by Chinese-speaking staff and translation.
In acknowledgement of the influx of capital we bring to the neighborhood, we share space, information, and resources with our low-income neighbors and support the businesses in the community that are essential to the community.
Arts and culture is central to community building and connectedness. Programming offered by our tenants and program partners will appeal to a broad range of audiences and experiences to encourage community participation.
A community stewardship model rooted in the cultural context of the Chinatown and DTES neighborhoods will ensure tenant and community involvement in project governance and operations.
Relationships and partnerships between our tenants and the wider community are built on collaboration, respect, and reciprocity.
About BC Artscape
BC Artscape is an independent not-for-profit development organization located in Vancouver. In collaboration with the local communities where we operate, we develop affordable spaces, create programming, and engage in advocacy to serve the needs of artists and cultural organizations.
BC Artscape matches the development of physical infrastructure with a commitment to social infrastructure that is inclusive, collaborative and supportive of local communities and contexts.