We're a social enterprise that cares about community and creating complete neighbourhoods through commercial real estate.

Joined February 2020
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The CIRES Story is here! This video is a quick, inspiring look at who we are, what we do, and how we’re changing the game in commercial leasing and property management to build stronger, more inclusive communities. Watch Now! #commercialrealestate #CIRES youtube.com/watch?v=YZjMwKg2…
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As one of Vancouver’s last remaining independent comedy venues, LMG is a home for local talent and a hub for community and connection. Supporting live comedy is easy—grab a ticket, bring a friend, and share a laugh while helping to keep independent venues thriving in Gastown.
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We’ve been working on something special behind the scenes—a new video that tells the CIRES story like never before. Stay tuned - our video drops here soon! communityimpactrealestate.ca… #TheCIRESstory #CommunityImpact #CommercialRealEstate #Vancouver
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In this article hear from our Executive Director, Steve Johnston, on the impact of the potential closure of essential businesses at Woodward’s on the Downtown Eastside (DTES) and the void it could create for the community. #CommunityImpact #DTES #Vancouver
Downtown Eastside at 'tipping point' as London Drugs considers leaving Woodward's building theprovince.com/feature/vanc…
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In this article hear from our Executive Director, Steve Johnston, on the impact of the potential closure of essential businesses at Woodward’s on the Downtown Eastside (DTES) and the void it could create for the community. #CommunityImpact #DTES #Vancouver
Downtown Eastside at 'tipping point' as London Drugs considers leaving Woodward's building vancouversun.com/feature/van…
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Community Impact Real Estate Society (CIRES) retweeted
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We held a community celebration of the 20th anniversary of Pigeon Park Savings, the Downtown Eastside's credit union. West Coast Bannock provided warm food, and there was cake. And special thanks to @vancity and @CIRESCommunity for making the celebration possible.
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We’re excited to share a new milestone at Washington Community Market, a CIRES Community Economic Development project. They’ve soft-launched the grab-and-go section, starting with coffee & hot dogs!
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More to come as we continue to expand and introduce healthier options. Shoutout to our amazing WCM staff for making it happen! #CommunityImpact #CIRES #WCM #CEDProjects
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Honoured to kick off September with a heartwarming community connection! Thanks to our generous subtenant for donating pizzas, & special thanks to Heart Tattoo Society for collaborating with us. Together, we brought smiles & a moment of joy to the #DTEScommunity #CommunityImpact
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Summer in Review at CIRES! From meaningful community events to supporting local non-profits, our summer was all about making an impact. Excited for what's to come this Fall! #SummerReview #CommunityImpact #NonProfitSupport #CIRESinAction #MakingADifference #Summer2024
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Despite the rain and cold, our CIRES X UGM X ULI team crossed the finish line at the Tour de Cure! We showed resilience & commitment in the fight against cancer—a big thank you to everyone who supported us. Together, we raised over $20K! #TourdeCure #FightCancer #CIRESCommunity
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Check out our new video featuring Little Mountain Gallery! See how CIRES is supporting vibrant communities in Gastown. Interested in learning more about how CIRES is building vibrant communities? Contact us today! #Littlemountaingallery #mygastown #cires #meetmeingastown
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Community Impact Real Estate Society (CIRES) retweeted
Our #ULIBC Tour de Cure Cycle Team is hosting a fundraiser August 8th at PETRICHOR SOCIAL cuisine & bar to assist with fundraising for such an important cause! RSVP ➡️ on.uli.org/kvYQ50SOIwq Cycle Team Sponsors: @CIRESCommunity & @ugm #TourDeCure #CancerResearch #Cycling
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Community Impact Real Estate Society (CIRES) retweeted
Many thanks to Steven Johnston E.D. @CIRESCommunity for touring councillors to several of their businesses serving the DTES community. I’m impressed by their mission that brings social and economic benefits to people in these neighbourhoods. 🙌
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In our latest video, CIRES Board Chair @DuncanWlod visits @VOKRAtweets to highlight how our affordable commercial spaces help them continue their essential work, watch the full video: #Commercialrealtestate #Vancouver youtube.com/watch?v=I_DhcrtS…

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We're excited to join the Plenty of Plates event hosted by @abetterlifevan on June 26th! With less than a month to go, our ED and the CIRES team are ready to serve up delicious meals and support our community. 🙌 #CommunitySupport #CIRES #PlentyOfPlates
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Did you know Dundas Plaza is part of the CIRES portfolio? This vibrant space on Dundas Street hosts various eateries and essential services. You'll also find The Art Studio. CIRES commissioned a plaza painting, now proudly displayed at our office. #CommercialRealEstate #Community
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It is with great sadness that Community Impact Real Estate Society mourns the loss of David LePage. A tireless advocate for social enterprise, David saw the potential for how real estate could be leveraged to drive community economic development. David will be deeply missed.
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We're working on a special video that will take you behind the scenes at @VOKRAtweets and give you a sneak peek into their life as part of the CIRES portfolio. Our board chair & executive director joined in on the fun during our visit. Stay tuned! #socialpurposerealestate
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