The Downtown Vancouver Association (DVA) is a member-based association of individuals, community organizations and businesses that have an active interest in issues and initiatives that could impact downtown Vancouver.  The DVA facilitates and encourages informed discussion through forums and promotes and supports ideas that contribute to the community.  

The association's goals are to contribute to the creation of an economic, environmental and socially sustainable community; to make Vancouver a more attractive place to visit; and to improve the quality of life for those who live and work here.