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Little Mountain Neighbourhood House is Coming Soon to Little Mountain

We at Holborn are proud to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for Little Mountain Neighbourhood House’s new home at 167 E. 36th Ave., anticipated to open its doors early fall 2026.

The two-floor space sits within a City-owned building developed as part of our Little Mountain masterplan, bringing together 48 affordable housing units and community services under one roof. The affordable housing component will be operated by S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Affordable Housing Society, offering a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units for a range of incomes and household sizes, including accessible and family-sized homes.

The ribbon cutting also marks the unveiling of the Plaza, a new outdoor gathering space at the heart of the development, anchored by an art installation from renowned Musqueam artist Susan Point.

“The Riley Park neighbourhood is home to many young families, making access to affordable housing, childcare and community services especially important,” said Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim, who noted the project supports the community for years to come.

The Little Mountain Neighbourhood House

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House has been a cornerstone of the community since 1978, when it opened as a local storefront staffed by three people and a handful of committed volunteers. Today, the organization supports nearly 5,000 individuals annually, from newcomer families to seniors to the youngest children in licensed childcare.

While Little Mountain Neighbourhood House was not historically located on the Little Mountain site itself, its ties to the community run deep. The organization operated nearby for decades, with its longtime office at 3981 Main St, and residents of the original Little Mountain housing site were directly involved in founding both Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and the Riley Park Community Centre. This new location marks the first time the organization is physically situated within Little Mountain and brings its decades of work full circle.

For Holborn, the partnership reflects a core goal of the masterplan: building a neighbourhood where people don’t just live, but belong. Putting housing and essential community services side by side, in the same building, is central to that vision. 

A Space Built for Community

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House’s new space spans two floors and includes:

  • 69 licensed childcare spaces, including Infant, Toddler, 3–5 years, and a Part-Time 3–5/Out of School room, each with dedicated outdoor play areas designed for learning and development
  • A fully licensed community kitchen
  • Licensed childminding rooms and family resource areas
  • Programs supporting newcomer settlement, older adults, children and youth, mental health, community initiatives, and the LMNHS Food Hub
  • Rentable spaces available to community members

The Plaza: A New Gathering Place at Little Mountain

At the heart of the development, a new outdoor Plaza overseen by the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation has taken shape. Holborn designed the space as a natural extension of the neighbourhood house itself, giving residents and neighbours a place to pause, meet, and build everyday connections. At its centre is a new art piece by Susan Point, whose work honours the shared, unceded traditional territory of three nations: the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations on whose territory Little Mountain sits. 

A Model for the Neighbourhood

The building housing Little Mountain Neighbourhood House also includes 48 affordable housing units on its upper floors, a City-owned building constructed by Holborn Properties as a community amenity contribution under the Little Mountain rezoning. It’s one of the clearest examples yet of how our masterplan brings housing and community infrastructure together under one roof, made possible through partnership between the City of Vancouver, the Province of B.C., and Holborn.

With the delivery of these homes, we have now completed a total of 163 non-market housing units at Little Mountain, with another 119 homes scheduled for completion this fall before any of our market condominium projects are delivered.

This project represents a significant investment in the future of the community. As part of the Little Mountain rezoning, Holborn constructed the building as a community amenity contribution valued at $26.7 million, in addition to contributing land valued at more than $20 million.

The City of Vancouver also provided approximately $14.5 million in capital funding toward construction, while the Province of British Columbia contributed $2 million specifically toward the new neighbourhood house.

This is a milestone for us at Holborn as an important step toward an inclusive neighbourhood with diverse housing options for families of all income levels.

Photo Credit: City of Vancouver & Holborn

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the new Little Mountain Neighbourhood House located? 

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House’s new home is at 167 E 36th Avenue, Vancouver, within Holborn’s Little Mountain masterplan.

When will Little Mountain Neighbourhood House be open at its new location? 

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House is in the final stages of preparation ahead of its opening at 167 E 36th Avenue. The official opening is anticipated for fall 2026.

Was Little Mountain Neighbourhood House previously located on the Little Mountain site?

No. Little Mountain Neighbourhood House operated nearby for decades, with its longtime office at 3981 Main St. This new location is the first time the organization has been physically based within Little Mountain, though its community ties to the site date back to the 1970s.

What services are offered at the new location? 

The new space includes 69 licensed childcare spaces, a licensed community kitchen, family resource areas, and programs for newcomer settlement, older adults, children and youth, mental health support, and the  Little Mountain Neighbourhood House Food Hub.

What is the Plaza at Little Mountain? 

The Plaza is a new outdoor public gathering space within the development, featuring an art installation by Musqueam artist Susan Point. It opened alongside the new Little Mountain Neighbourhood House location.

Who developed the building housing Little Mountain Neighbourhood House? 

The building is owned by the City of Vancouver and was constructed by Holborn Properties Ltd. as a community amenity contribution under the Little Mountain rezoning. The 48 affordable rental homes in the building will be operated by S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Affordable Housing Society.

What did this project cost, and who funded it? 

Holborn Properties constructed the building as a community amenity contribution valued at $26.7 million plus a land value of over $20 million, as part of the Little Mountain rezoning. The City of Vancouver contributed approximately $14.5 million in capital funding, and the Province of B.C. contributed $2 million toward construction of the neighbourhood house. 

How can I get involved with or support Little Mountain Neighbourhood House?

Community members can contact  Little Mountain Neighbourhood House directly at [email protected] to learn about volunteering, donating, or program registration.

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