2023 Benefit Report

2023 Benefit Report

In 2023, we continued our commitment to social impact in Vancouver by helping organizations face challenges posed to their capacity and financial sustainability by commercial real estate. We are excited to share the highlights of our 2023 community impact.

2022 Benefit Report

2022 Benefit Report

In 2022, we joined the over 300 Certified B Corporations in Canada, and became the first certified architectural firm in British Columbia. B Corp Certification is awarded to businesses that meet high standards of verified social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. We are excited to share the highlights of our 2022 community impact.

Activate DTES Affordability Case Studies

Activate DTES Affordability Case Studies

Activate DTES aims to support community-serving organizations in achieving tenure in vacant storefronts in the DTES. This report explores four different models of creating commercial rental affordability (CRA) for community-serving organizations.

McConnell Foundation Innoweave Program

McConnell Foundation Innoweave Program

Matt Hessey is currently a registered coach under the McConnell Foundation’s Innoweave program. Innoweave connects purpose-driven organizations with social innovation coaching to help maximize their social, economic, and environmental performance.

VanMap | Toolbox Pt. 1

VanMap | Toolbox Pt. 1

We’re excited to launch a new series from Hessey Consulting + Architecture called our SME Toolbox! The toolbox is designed for small & medium enterprises to learn about different tips and resources for navigating Vancouver’s space and real estate landscape.

Zoning & Land Use | Toolbox Pt. 2

Zoning & Land Use | Toolbox Pt. 2

In Hessey’s second installation of our SME Toolbox, we will take you through the basics of zoning in the City of Vancouver, starting with what Vancouver’s zoning bylaw is, what land use is, and how you can find your organization’s use.