The Permanent
The Permanent is one of Vancouver's most striking event spaces — a repurposed bank building in Downtown with a stained glass dome, original vault, and vintage bar that stops people in their tracks the moment they arrive. It holds up to 250 standing, 130 seated, and manages to feel both grand and intimate depending on how you use it.
Best suited for: Galas, fundraisers, annual awards evenings, and client-facing events where first impressions matter. The architecture does the heavy lifting on atmosphere — you don't need to spend much on décor.
KindCo's take: The Permanent works best when the event honours the space — a reception-style flow, good lighting, and programming that gives people time to take it all in. We'd keep the format loose enough for conversation but structured enough that people actually connect.
Venue Capacity
Cocktail: 250 people
Banquet: 130 people
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The Permanent can accommodate up to 130 guests for a seated dinner and up to 250 guests for a standing reception with mixed seating. Maximum capacity is 263 persons, including staff and vendors.
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Downtown - Vancouver
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Meetings
Conferences
Parties
Employee Appreciation Events
Why we love it:
Stunning architecture
Historic building
Blank canvas
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A great venue gets people in the room. What happens once they're there is a different question entirely.
If you're using a space like The Kent for a team offsite, a leadership day, or any gathering where you want people to leave feeling differently than when they arrived — we can help with that part. KindCo designs and facilitates experiences that build real connection, not just fill an agenda.
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