Who We Are

VHF advances the appreciation and conservation of our city’s diverse heritage places and their stories. We raise awareness of the vital contribution that heritage makes to a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community.

We host informative events and workshops, create resources about Vancouver’s history and heritage places, and provide financial and practical support for the successful conservation of historic buildings and sites.

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Take a walk through some of Vancouver's historic neighbourhoods this summer. Available to download, print or use on a desktop or mobile device, each map guide provides a walkable route to follow and learn about local history and heritage places.

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Upcoming Events

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Jul 5 Walking TourIn Person

From 1891 to 1954, the BC Electric interurban Central Park Line ran between New Westminster and Vancouver. This set of walks will explore the history, heritage and legacy of BC Electric interurban Central Park line. This tour will explore the area around the Gladstone Station.

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Jul 9 - Jul 12 Walking TourIn Person

From 1891 to 1954, the BC Electric interurban Central Park Line ran between New Westminster and Vancouver. It served the populations of Vancouver, Burnaby and New Westminster as they moved from place to Place. At its peak the Central Park Line operated with 16 Stations. Following some of those stations from west to east, this set of walks will be exploring the history, heritage and legacy of BC Electric interurban Central Park line. This tour will explore the area around the Nanaimo Road Station.

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Jul 11 Historic Places DaysIn Person

As part of Historic Places Days, join us at Heritage Hall on July 11th for a night of exploring and learning about Vancouvers Places that Matter, and reflect on 20 years of our Heritage House Tour, now Heritage Discovery Day, as seen through the camera lens of Martin Knowles. 

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Discover Vancouver's Heritage

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Places That Matter sites recognize some of the people, places and events that tell the story of Vancouver’s history.

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Resources and Guides

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Grants for Your Project

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