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News about our tenants, the impact of our portfolio, and stories at the intersection of community and real estate.
May 12, 2020
Social Enterprises use their expertise to coordinate community COVID response
With COVID-19 limiting access to food and other critical lifelines, Vancouver's social enterprise community has collaborated to provide vital aid to those people hardest hit by the pandemic.
Mar 12, 2020
DTES Social Enterprises coming together amid COVID-19 Pandemic
In a collaborative effort with other DTES Social Enterprises, CIRES is working on being present at the table with the City of Vancouver and Vancouver Coastal Health to ensure DTES residents are at the forefront of a coordinated community response.
Mar 12, 2020
COVID-19 Get the facts from reputable sources
While there is much media coverage of the COVID-19 virus it is important to be sure the information is reputable and up to date. Here are the sites that will keep you informed.
Jan 23, 2020
Biometric opiod vending machine unveiled in Vancouver
The vending machine scans a registered opioid user's hands and dispenses a safe dose of hydromorphone.
Mar 22, 2019
Community Learning Events | A conversation with Nancy Neamtan
March 21st marked the beginning of CIRE’s Community Learning Events with one of Canada’s leading experts in building social economies and social innovation ecosystems, Nancy Neamtan.
Feb 22, 2019
Vancouver co-working space is 100% for non-profits
New Vancouver co-working space is 100% free for non-profits. Affording office space in Vancouver just got a little easier for non-profit groups.
Sep 18, 2018
Vancouver City Council Approves Community Benefit Agreement
Learn about the Community Benefit Agreement and read the City of Vancouver report.
Jul 12, 2018
New social enterprise brings opportunities to DTES
People in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside will have new opportunities for social inclusion and economic development, thanks to a new social enterprise.
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