At the heart of the Vancouver Rowing Club stands more than a building—it’s a piece of Vancouver’s living history.

The VRC Recreational Centre Society (VRC RCS) is a registered charity dedicated to preserving and enhancing our officially designated heritage clubhouse. Designed by J.W. Keagey and built in 1911 in a distinctive rustic Tudor style, the building remains one of the city’s most unique and storied waterfront landmarks.

Caring for a historic structure of this calibre is an ongoing commitment. Each year, the VRC RCS supports essential projects—from structural upgrades to thoughtful restorations—ensuring the Club continues to reflect the character, charm, and dignity of its past while remaining vibrant for future generations.

This work is guided by our Capital Asset Management Committee, who carefully steward the building’s evolution—balancing preservation with progress, and ensuring every improvement respects the integrity of this remarkable space.

Supporting the Legacy

As a registered charitable organization, the VRC RCS provides tax receipts for all eligible donations. Contributions are welcomed from members, guests, and corporate supporters who share a passion for preserving this iconic part of Vancouver’s waterfront.

Donations can be made online through Charitable Impact, or by cheque* payable to “VRC RCS”, cheques may be sent to the Club Office at: 

Vancouver Rowing Club
450 Stanley Park Drive
Vancouver, BC  V6G 3E2

*Please include your mailing address to ensure delivery of your tax receipt.

To be eligible for the current tax year, donations must be received by December 31.

Leave a Lasting Mark

For those who have spent time here, the Vancouver Rowing Club becomes something deeper than a place—it becomes part of your life’s rhythm. Mornings on the water, evenings on the deck, friendships built over years… it all becomes woven into your story.

Legacy giving is a way to carry that story forward.

By including the VRC Recreational Centre Society in your estate plans, you help ensure that future generations will experience the same sense of belonging, history, and connection that defines the Club today. It is a quiet but powerful way to give back—to protect this extraordinary place, and the memories it holds, for years to come.

A gift like this is more than a contribution—it is a lasting mark on a place that has meant something truly special.