Hastings Crossing Business Improvement Association (HxBIA)
Supporting the people and economics of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside through social innovation
HxBIA is an organization that takes a leadership role in managing change and shaping a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable local economy here in the Downtown Eastside. Through collaboration with its business members, grassroots, government, private sector and non-profit partners we bridge the needs of local businesses with the capacity of community focused organizations to foster a vibrant, healthy and diverse area for all.
OUR VISION
To be Vancouver’s eclectic heart: a welcoming, diverse community rooted in social innovation, compassion, and cultural wisdom.
OUR MISSION
Through a commitment to social innovation and impact, we are stewards of the public realm and local economy which serves all businesses and property owners in the HxBIA
cleaning
Support with graffiti removal, illegal dumpings, cleaning street debris and other public realm concerns.
Community Events
Community and cultural events in our area
Advocacy
by bringing your voice and your concerns to our elected officials and government bureaucracies
Newsletter
Keep up to date with our latest meetings, information and events.
Incident Reporting
Report vandalism, graffiti, garbage, needles etc. using this tool.
Street activities
filming, construction, events, etc. causing planned street disruptions, within our boundaries
From our blog...
The Vancouver Horror Show Creeps into HxBIA – October 15–19
Get ready for chills, thrills, and cinematic kills — the Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival (VHS) taking over Hastings Crossing from October 15–19! Since 2018, VHS has been celebrating the very best in horror filmmaking — from bone-chilling short films to heart-stopping feature premieres. Ranked #35 out of 665 festivals worldwide, this frightfully good festival has become a cornerstone of Vancouver’s cultural scene, showcasing
Memorial mural in honour of Donovan Mahoney
We are excited to have been a part of completing a memorial mural in honour of Donovan Mahoney located at 312 Main Street. Donovan was a beloved DTES activist, photographer, comedian, and storyteller. The mural features his family crest (Musgamakw), designed by Kwakwaka’wakw Hereditary Chief Waxawidi, and serves as a lasting legacy to Donovan’s impact on our community. Read more about Donovan Mahoney in this Daily
New mural at 185 E Hastings!
We’re honoured to celebrate the completion of Nothing For Us Without Us by artist Jenny Hawkinson — a powerful tribute to the Downtown Eastside. Artist Statement:“‘Nothing For Us Without Us’ is a mural that celebrates the collective spirit of the Downtown Eastside. It is an homage to the diverse collection of residents, frontline workers, activists and business owners who call this place home. The mural also
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Hastings Crossing Business Improvement Association
312 Main Street (2nd Floor) Vancouver, BC V6A 2T2
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 604-259-1466
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