Vancouver, BC - April 5th, 2025 - Situated at 915 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver, the Vancouver Club stands as the city’s oldest private members’ club, a cornerstone for entrepreneurs and business professionals since its founding in 1889. Established by industrialist Robert Dunsmuir, merchant Henry Bell-Irving, and other civic leaders, the club was created to provide an exclusive retreat for Vancouver’s emerging elite during the city’s rapid expansion as a railway terminus. At 136 years old, it predates its closest rival, the Terminal City Club, by three years, offering a refined space for networking, deal-making, and relaxation in an era of economic promise.

The Vancouver Club’s history mirrors Vancouver’s growth. Initially a men-only enclave, it hosted luminaries like railway magnate Sir William Van Horne and mining tycoon James Dunsmuir. Its heritage building, completed in 1913, exudes Edwardian elegance with oak-paneled rooms and stained-glass accents. The club evolved with the times, admitting women as full members in 1991, and today boasts over 2,000 members, including a vibrant mix of entrepreneurs, CEOs, and professionals.

Currently, the club is a dynamic hub for business activity. Recent events like the “Entrepreneur’s Roundtable” and wine-tasting dinners with industry leaders underscore its role as a networking powerhouse. Members enjoy modern co-working spaces, a fitness center, and dining at the acclaimed Grill Room, blending tradition with contemporary needs.

Looking forward, the Vancouver Club aims to deepen its appeal to the next generation of innovators. Plans include expanding digital infrastructure for remote work, enhancing sustainability with energy-efficient upgrades, and strengthening reciprocal ties with global clubs. As Vancouver’s entrepreneurial landscape evolves, the club remains committed to fostering connections and driving business success into its next century.

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