Vancouver Heritage Foundation: created as a private, charitable organization in 1992 by the Mayor and Council of the City of Vancouver, who remain its honorary patrons until today. Under the direction of a private citizen Board of Directors, the Foundation assists with the conservation of Vancouver's built heritage, in recognition of its public benefit.

The Vancouver Heritage Foundation is a registered charity supporting the conservation of heritage buildings and structures in recognition of their contribution to the city’s economy, sustainability and culture.

The Foundation does this by:

Developing practical tools, information and incentives to help in the successful conservation of heritage buildings and structures.
Creating opportunities to access and learn about Vancouver’s heritage buildings.
Fundraising in the public and private sectors to build an endowment that will protect our built heritage into the future.
Promoting relationships that support heritage conservation.

Amended as of 19/12/06