236 E Pender

236 E Pender

Current vacancies: 3 units available

236 E Pender Unit 09

236 E Pender Unit 16

236 E Pender Unit 19

Building info

Key features

  • Close to public transit
  • 22 units for artists or non-profit offices (3 floors)
  • 24-hour key access through lane entryway
  • Community of ~50 artists and home of Or Gallery
  • Loading bay
  • Shared kitchenette and utility sink
  • 2 universal washrooms
  • Rent includes fibre internet Wifi, utilities, waste management and common area cleaning

236 is a 9,000ft² property located at 236 E Pender St that provides space for the production and presentation of art.

Eligibility for Studios

Individuals must: 

  • self-identify as an Artist;
  • be the age of majority;
  • be living in BC; 
  • intend on using the premises in a manner that is compatible with facility purposes and capacity

Small cultural nonprofits or businesses must:

  • operate a genuine arts and cultural non-profit organization or small cultural business in BC; and
  • intend on using the premises in a manner that is compatible with facility purposes and capacity

History of 221A at 236

From 2013 - 2018, the facility was managed by non-profit artist-run organization UNIT/PITT Projects. As of 2018, 221A began leasing the facility under 6-year renewable terms from a private owner, who previously self-operated the building for multiple decades as a Chinese herbalist.

Rents and General Terms

Rental rate is based on factors such as square footage, condition and features of the space.

  • Units are subleased on a 1-year term and may be longer on a case-by-case basis
  • A one-month security deposit is required
  • Tenants must follow 221A’s hazardous materials policy
  • Included in rent: electricity, water and sewage, shared wifi, headlease rent, property taxes, waste/recycling, cleaning services (common areas), interior and exterior building maintenance, fire system and emergency generator, tenancy arrangements, and administration.
  • No GST on rent as 221A is a registered Canadian charitable organization and is exempt from collecting GST on real property. 

Studio FAQ

How does 221A define who is an Artist?

How does 221A define who is a non-profit cultural organization?

How are tenants selected?

Do I get to choose which unit I want?

What if I would like a lease that is longer than 1 year?

How are the rental rates set?

How is rent collected?

What happens if a tenant is unable to pay their rent?

Am I allowed to make alterations to my unit?

Am I allowed to sublet my unit?

Who owns 221A?

How are decisions made about the building?

Does 221A make profit from the building?

Sublease Inquiry

For sublease inquiries and tour requests, please fill out and submit the form below. We will get back to you shortly after we receive your submission.

Note that this form pertains to commercial studio spaces only.

Application Assistance

To ensure the participation of people living with disabilities, people who do not have access to specific technology, and/or people who otherwise require assistance, staff will offer telephone or in-person assistance for the completion of the following forms and documentation as well as to support participation in site tours and orientation. Please contact 221A’s Spaces Coordinator to arrange application assistance at spaces@221a.ca

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