Canada's Northern House, Vancouver

#243 among attractions in Vancouver

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Canada's Northern House was a building operated by the Governments of Nunavut, Canada and Northwest Territories, Canada. Established for the 2010 Olympics and 2010 Paralympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, the house presented the culture, tourism and industry of Canada's North. The house featured informational displays on the arts, mining, and tourism sectors of the two territories. It also featured a large stage for cultural presentations and a visual arts gallery on the lower floor. The house was equipped for film screenings and included retail space which made available authentic items from Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. Canada's Northern House also featured an Inukshuk built by Peter Irniq. The Inukshuk was built using stone from Nunavut, The Northwest Territories and British Columbia. ()

Established: 2010 (14 years ago)Coordinates: 49°17'9"N, 123°6'58"W

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Canada's Northern House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harbour Centre, Vancouver Art Gallery, Sinclair Centre, Pacific Centre.

~1030 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Harbour Centre, Vancouver
5 min walk • Perched in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, Harbour Centre stands as a beacon of modern commerce and leisure. This bustling shopping centre, located at 555 West Hastings Street, is not just a hub for retail therapy but also a landmark for both locals and tourists alike.
~1370 ftSW
Artworks from British Columbia and beyond
Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver
7 min walk • The Vancouver Art Gallery stands as a cultural cornerstone in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. This esteemed institution is housed in a neoclassical former courthouse building, which adds a historical gravitas to its contemporary mission of showcasing a diverse range of...
~480 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sinclair Centre, Vancouver
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vancouver's bustling downtown, Sinclair Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This elegant shopping centre, characterized by its heritage architecture and sophisticated atmosphere, offers a unique...
~1030 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Pacific Centre, Vancouver
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Vancouver, the Pacific Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and tourists alike. This bustling hub of retail activity offers a diverse array of stores and services across its expansive floors, catering to a...
~980 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Bentall Centre, Vancouver
5 min walk • The Bentall Centre, a prominent shopping destination nestled in the heart of Vancouver, Canada, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant retail landscape. This bustling shopping center, strategically located in the downtown area, is an integral part of Vancouver's...
~1080 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver
6 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is the second cathedral church of the Anglican Diocese of New Westminster of the Anglican Church of Canada.
~1440 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Centre, Vancouver
7 min walk • Royal Centre, also known as RBC Tower or Royal Bank Tower, is a skyscraper complex located at 1055 West Georgia Street in Downtown Vancouver's Financial District. The skyscraper stands at just under 145m tall and 35 storeys.
~1290 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
TD Tower, Vancouver
7 min walk • Toronto Dominion Tower is located at 700 West Georgia Street in Downtown Vancouver and is connected to part of the Pacific Centre shopping mall. The skyscraper stands at 127 m or 30 stories tall and was completed in 1972.
~1320 ftS
Shopping, Department store
Hudson's Bay, Vancouver
7 min walk • The Hudson's Bay Company's flagship Vancouver Downtown store is a six-storey building in the downtown core of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Located at 674 Granville Street, on the corner of Georgia Street, the cream terra cotta building with Corinthian columns was built in 1927.
~1800 ftNE
Amusement park, Amusement ride
FlyOver Canada, Vancouver
9 min walk • FlyOver is a flying theater attraction. The first FlyOver attraction, FlyOver Canada, opened in 2013 at Canada Place in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia.
~1480 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Vancouver
8 min walk • The Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, commonly known as Holy Rosary Cathedral, is a late 19th-century French Gothic revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Canada's Northern House?

Nearby attractions include Chali-Rosso Art Gallery, Vancouver (3 min walk), Marine Building, Vancouver (4 min walk), Royal Bank Tower, Vancouver (4 min walk), Canada Place, Vancouver (5 min walk).

How to get to Canada's Northern House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canada's Northern House:

Bus

West Pender Street FS Howe Street • Lines: 22 (1 min walk)
West Pender St at Burrard St • Lines: 210, 211, 22 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

West Pender Street FS Howe Street • Lines: 19, 5 (1 min walk)
West Pender St at Granville St • Lines: 10, 19, 5, 7 (3 min walk)

Metro

Waterfront • Lines: Canada Line, Expo Line (4 min walk)
Burrard • Lines: Expo Line (4 min walk)

Train

Waterfront (6 min walk)
Vancouver Pacific Central (30 min walk)

Ferry

Waterfront • Lines: SeaBus (9 min walk)
Plaza of Nations Dock • Lines: Aquabus, False Creek Ferries Route 3 (22 min walk)