NeighbourSpace

Welcome to the NeighbourSpace!

Centrally located at 708 Douglas Street, beside the Victoria Conference Centre, the NeighbourSpace is an accessible venue for residents and non-profit organizations focused on fostering community building and social connection. The City of Victoria provides this space at no cost to strengthen community engagement and social ties among residents.   

Location: 708 Douglas Street (close to the Douglas Street entrance to the Victoria Conference Centre)
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., daily

Interior space with three small couches, fireplace, large windows and decor
Lounge area at the NeighbourSpace
A collection of desks and chairs with large windows and globe style lights
Tables and chairs for groups to gather around
Tables, entrance, library
Tables and chairs, entrance and library space
Exterior of NeighbourSpace by entrance to Victoria Conference Centre on Douglas Street
Exterior view of NeighbourSpace from Douglas Street (by the entrance to the Victoria Convention Centre)
NeighbourSpace decals on window
NeighbourSpace exterior signage

Amenities

The space includes:  

  • four six-foot rectangular tables and four three-foot square table
  • 24 chairs
  • a projector stand and screen (please bring your own projector)
  • free Wi-Fi
  • three small sofas
  • an accessible washroom
  • a small lending library of community development books and neighbourhood resources

Accessibility

There is an accessible entrance at street level and one accessible washroom.

Who Can Apply to Book This Space 

If you are a Victoria resident or local non-profit organization focused on community building, the NeighbourSpace could be a great fit for you. Local groups or individuals looking for an occasional gathering space can apply to use the space at no charge. Please read the Q&A below to learn more.

Ineligible Users and Activities 
As guided by City policies, the following users and activities are not permitted:
-For-profit organizations, businesses or consultants
-All organizations or groups delivering services to residents, including but not limited to health care, social services, counselling or other professional or therapeutic support programs
-Groups charging admission or participation fees
-Political groups or partisan activities
-Physical recreational activities
-Activities intended to convert or recruit individuals to a religion, cause or group
-Activities that promote hate, discrimination or civil disobedience
-Public rallies, demonstrations or the planning of such activities
-Activities that violate any City bylaw, or provincial or federal law

Note: The City evaluates requests on a case-by-case basis and may decline bookings that are unsuitable, inconsistent with City policy or beyond operational capacity. 

Apply to Use the Neighbourhood Space

Step 1: Please read through the NeighbourSpace Q&A section below.
Step 2: Complete the application form so we can learn about why you’d like to use this space. 

NeighbourSpace Application Form - Non-Profit Organizations

NeighbourSpace Application Form - Residents

Step 3:  If approved, you'll receive a User Agreement Form that you will need to sign and email to neighbourhoods@victoria.ca.  

Step 4: Once the paperwork is complete, we’ll send you the link to the booking form and your unique door code. You can use this link to book the NeighbourSpace up to once per month, based on availability.  

Please note: City staff should contact the Neighbourhood Team directly for bookings. 

FAQ

Before you apply to use the NeighbourSpace, please read these Q&As.