A sustainability feature-rich building in the collection of BC Housing Provincial Homelessness Initiative projects, this multi-unit affordable housing project in downtown Vancouver has 110 units to house people living with HIV and AIDS, and low-income people requiring subsidized housing.

• 5% renewable energy from solar hot water system.

• Use of non-urea formaldehyde wood products.

• Bike storage, a greatly reduced parking allotment and transit proximity.

• Large green roof area.

• 40% reduction in water use over conventional building.

• 40% reduction in energy use over Model National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings.

• Over 75% construction waste diversion.

• Over 15% recycled materials content.

• Over 20% regional materials content.

• Exclusive use of non-toxic paints, finishes, sealants, wood and carpeting.

• Excellent ventilation and daylighting for all suites and common areas.

• A green housekeeping and operations program.