Temporary Occupancy Pilot Program Now Open
Applications are now open for the Downtown Eastside Temporary Occupancy Permit Pilot (DTES TOPP) — a program that HxBIA proudly spearheaded and advocated for to help activate vacant storefronts and lower barriers for new […]
New Year, New Moves in Hastings Crossing
If you’re setting fitness goals (or just looking to try something new), Hastings Crossing is home to an incredible mix of studios, gyms, and movement spaces to help you start […]
HxBIA Holiday Gift Guide: 6 Ways to Shop Local This Season
The holiday season is the perfect time to support the local businesses that make Hastings Crossing such a vibrant, creative, and resilient community. Whether you’re shopping for the foodie, fashion […]
Los Dorados Marching Mariachi Band (Dec 11, 6–8pm)
Marching Mariachi Parade — Dec 11, 6–8pm! A beloved Gastown holiday tradition is growing — and this year, it’s coming to Hastings Crossing and Canada’s first Mexican Barrio! Join Mariachi […]
New street banners now flying across Hastings Crossing!
We’re excited to share that our neighbourhood has a fresh set of four new banner designs, all created by local artist Gary Nay (@gnayart). Featuring bold, playful interpretations of iconic Hastings Crossing […]
Turning Vacancy Into Vitality: Why the Temporary Occupancy Pilot Matters to You
If you’ve walked down the Hastings corridor lately, you’ve probably noticed the same thing many of us have—too many empty storefronts. You can also find this on Water Street, Main […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Welcome to Canada’s First Mexican Barrio
We are celebrating the launch of the first Mexican Barrio in Canada! A collaborative initiative between Gastown BIA and Hastings Crossing BIA celebrating the Mexican-owned businesses and the people who […]