To collectively foster the conditions for a vibrant, inclusive and equitable local economy in the Downtown Eastside while influencing systemic change.
EIC Members and Community partners are integral to the success of Exchange Inner City’s work to create a more inclusive, vibrant and equitable economy in the DTES.
To see a complete list of members and partners of Exchange Inner City Community Economic Development Association, click here.
To become a member of the association, or community partner, read our eligibility criteria below.
EIC Membership Eligibility
An organization or individual is eligible for membership in Exchange Inner City Community Economic Development Association if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
Social enterprise in the DTES
Organization that provides low-barrier employment in the DTES
Organization that provides peer employment in the DTES
Organization that provides training and skills development in the DTES
Active advocate for community economic development in the DTES
Community Partner Eligibility
An organization or individual is eligible for Community Partner status in Exchange Inner City if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
Business network connected to the Downtown Eastside
City Staff or Council member
Social service agency/housing provider in the DTES
Non-profit organization in the DTES
Vancouver-based social enterprise or community economic development organization
Community centre in the DTES
Business/institution supporting community economic development and/or social procurement
Foundation, donor, funder supporting community economic development and/or social procurement
To find out how to become a member or community partner, contact John Zador at: john@exchangeced.com