Mount Pleasant and the Neighbourhood House
Neighbourhood Boundaries
In the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia, City Hall on 12th Avenue at Cambie Street is on the west margin of the neighbourhood of Mount Pleasant. Beginning at City Hall, the neighbourhood boundary runs south on Cambie Street to 16th Avenue, turns left and runs eastward to Clark Drive, turns left there and runs to the north as far as 6th Avenue, where it turns left and runs westward on 6th Avenue, Great Northern Way, and 2nd Avenue to Main Street, where it runs north to Terminal Avenue, makes a left turn to the west to the south shore of False Creek as far as the Cambie Street Bridge, and from there runs south on Cambie Street back to City Hall. The neighbourhood hub is several blocks to the northeast of City Hall around the intersection of Main Street, Broadway, and Kingsway.
In 2006, Mount Pleasant had 23,615 people, a 3.8-percent decrease from 2001, with 62.0 percent of residents speaking English as their first language, 10.0 percent speaking Chinese, and 5.1 percent Tagalog. Median household income was then $37,782, and 31.7 percent of the population lived in low-income households. Once working-class, Mount Pleasant has seen a considerable rise in its standard of living since the early 1990s.
History
From 1888, when the first of them appeared, through the first decade of the 20th Century, several breweries came to the neighbourhood to make use of the waters of Brewery Creek. In 1890, the first streetcars ran south on Main Street to 1st Avenue and to Kingsway by 1897 to serve the substantial population centre around Broadway. An ability to commute quickly to the Downtown city centre drew many working families to the area south of Broadway. In that sense, Mount Pleasant was one of Vancouver’s first suburbs.
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Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House
The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House has a mandate to make the neighbourhood a better place to live. Its community service began in 1976 with a youth leadership program operating from a local church basement, a free mobile income tax clinic operating from a trailer followed in 1977, and later that year the neighbourhood house opened a storefront building on East Broadway. Finally in 1995, came the spacious building at the busy corner of Broadway and Prince Albert Street. There the dedicated staff serves and assists more than 3,000 needy people annually.
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is a member of the Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia, founded in 1894, one of the oldest nonprofit societies in the province. Neighbourhood houses developed from the 19th Century settlement house movement to minister to the needs of migrants from the countryside seeking employment in the cities, often leaving behind everything they knew. The settlement house movement established the first daycare nurseries for working parents, classes in English as a second language and adult literacy, and academic standards for the social work profession. The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia participates in programs of the United Way of the Lower Mainland.
The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House leads a community literacy planning project, a community development outreach program to help new immigrants find and resources to enhance the lives of their families, and a Mandarin parenting program for grandparents who care for children regularly.
New Mount Pleasant Live MLS Listings
Mount Pleasant and the Neighbourhood House
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1803 1708 ONTARIO Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Pinnacle on the Park" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2750314
1803 1708 ONTARIO Street Vancouver V5T 0J7 
$3,600,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2750314
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,623 sq. ft.
One of a kind! 4 Bedroom 3 Bath + Den Penthouse with full wrap around 180 degree view of False Creek, the park, and the Mountains. Large balcony off living room AND large rooftop deck to enjoy Vancouver view. Perfect-sized for owners who need extra bedrooms for family and/or hobbies. Floor-to-ceiling windows, overheight ceilings, engineered hardwood flooring, full-size chef's kitchen with Scavolini cabinets with pantry and wine fridge, and extra large master walk-in closet, are some of the special touches in the home. 2 Parking. Perfect home in a fantastic neighbourhood, close to the seawall, amenities, shopping, and transit. More detailsListed by Anson Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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805 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio-North" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2785463
805 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$3,498,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2785463
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,594 sq. ft.
This stunning condo offers open concept living with breathtaking views through your floor-to-ceiling windows. Includes an enormous patio, elegant, luxury kitchen equipped with high-end appliances, porcelain mosaic tile covered bathrooms, and NU heat in master bath floor. Enjoy the luxury of high ceilings, in-suite controlled A/C / heating and ventilation system, 2 side by side parking stalls, and a private storage room. A lounge on the top floor and fully equipped gym are just a few of the perks of living here. Unobstructed panoramic views of water, Downtown, Science World, False Creek, North Shore Mountains, and much more from this rare semi-waterfront residence at Navio North by the Creek! Central Location, Marina, the Seawall, restaurants, and shopping just steps from your front door. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Sabre Realty Group - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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225 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW 1/2 Duplex for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2775413
225 W 15TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 1Y1
$2,895,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2775413
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,048 sq. ft.
Exceptional FRONT 1/2 DUPLEX in vibrant Mount Pleasant West! This showstopper was the recipient of the 2022 Havan Award for Best Character Home Renovation. Masterfully redesigned, a modern, open concept living space seduces - blending warm woods and soft tones with custom high-end finishings. The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz counters, Wolf range, and integrated Sub Zero fridge. Upstairs showcases the gorgeous primary suite complete with balcony and a spa-inspired ensuite. Downstairs, a spacious media room with wet bar, a guest bedroom, full bath, mud/laundry room and oversized sliders out to a private patio. Enjoy the warm community ambience from your front veranda! Walk to the Canada Line or nearby Michelin star restaurants and happening shops along Main and Cambie! More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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3020 FRASER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2773925
3020 FRASER Street Vancouver V5T 3W3
$2,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2773925
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 2,668 sq. ft.
This multi-suite property offers a variety of options for various different types of buyers. Currently the seller has a development permit approval which allows you to build a front & back duplex w/ coach house, the building permit is close to being issued. The seller has already covered a majority portion of the pre building costs such as city, design, architectural, engineer, and permits. This location is also apart of the new Broadway Plan which allows land assembly potential adding great value to Fraser Street. A future land assembly can allow the potential of building either a 6 story or 18 story tower upon the Broadway Plan becoming official by the City of Vancouver. This property currently generates $4,200/mo in rental income, major potential to raise existing rents. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty Westmar - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2773658
807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0C5
$2,638,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2773658
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,358 sq. ft.
World class living in Olympic Village! Immaculately maintained by the original owners, once you step past the formal foyer you will be in awe at the stunning views this home offers. The living space is grand and open concept, fitting all your large furniture. The suite is situated perfectly as a corner unit to maximize views from all areas. Entertain dinner guests, or enjoy a cocktail at sunset on the massive patio all with the backdrop of False Creek, Downtown and the North Shore Mountains. The kitchen has plenty of space with the focal point as the large island with waterfall counters. Enjoy California Closets in all bedrooms and house-like laundry room, A/C throughout the home, 2 parking stalls and 1 storage. All of this is located right within the heart of Olympic Village. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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