From artist and maker spaces to meeting rooms and more here are 4 co-working spaces operating in Strathcona.

Co-working space and space sharing in Strathcona are on the rise. As the freelance economy grows in our city, so does the selection of uniquely wonderful co-working spaces.

Strathcona has long attracted those that are adaptable, inventive, non-conformist and genuinely creative. If you are a freelancer, entrepreneur, maker, or artist looking for the perfect workspace to build something meaningful, one of these Strathcona spaces may be for you. 

Here is a breakdown of the different features and amenities you’ll find.

If you are a co-working space in Strathcona and would like to be added to the list please contact info@strathconabia.com

Location: 308-877 E Hastings

Inviting, clean, and comfortable, MakeShift Work Space is a beautiful thirds floor space that gets flooded with natural light and boasts great views of the City and mountains. The space is designed to inspire productivity (think defined quiet work spaces, functional meeting rooms, private phone booths) while also encouraging members to connect in the social areas throughout the space.

Size:4250 sq ft

Services: shared or dedicated desk,  Private offices, virtual office, meeting space, event space rental

Special Features:

• Managed reception
• Super-fast wifi
• Innovative technology 
• 24/7 access
• Sit-stand desks
• Printer/copier/scanner
• Secure Bike Storage
• Equipped Kitchen

Pricing: https://makeshiftworkspace.com/coworking/

Location: 209-1275 Venables Street

Werklab is a hub for personal and professional development. With a focus on integrative wellness, Werklab provides members with a host of services and resources to ensure they are living their best lives all day every day. The space is carefully curated to allow spirituality, mindfulness, and wellness to flourish and in turn, inspire productivity and growth. 

Size: 3800 Sq ft  

Services: shared and dedicated desk space, private office, event space rental, photo studio rental, meeting space

Special Features:

• 24/7 access
• Mediation zone
• Daily wellness class
• Change room and beauty bar
• Aromatherapy station
• Secure bike room
• Printer
• Organized lunch service
• Discounts at partner businesses

Pricing: http://www.werklab.com/

Location: 780 E Cordova St

MakerLabs is a maker space in Vancouver that provides the tools, space and skills to make almost anything. The communal areas include a wood shop, metal shop, CNC router table, laser cutters, sewing machines, Design Lab with 3D printer, and electronics area. Each tool and work area has corresponding safety and orientation classes. In addition, MakerLabs has a coworking space, the CoLab, where members can work together in a quiet space. MakerLabs is a space of collective innovation with several access options, from drop-ins to full private studio space. 

Size: 42,000 sq ft

Services:, shared tool and work area space, private studio, meeting space, event space rental 

Special Features:

• Classes and Workshops
• Front Desk Reception (12pm-9pm)
• 24/7 access 
• Physical mailing address
• Communal social space
• Cooking space
• Tool Dashboard (to check status of tools)

Pricing: https://www.makerlabs.com/membership

Location: 552 + 554 Clark Drive

All are invited to come to play. SPACE seeks to foster a culture of innovation where connections between members generate new possibilities for projects and allow for ideas to become realized. The people at SPACE represent a diversity of disciplines, specialties and practices, including industrial design, biotech, woodworking, textile design and many more.

Services: Shared space access, designated desk, larger designated space for teams

Special Features:

• 24/7 Access
• Use of shared spaces
• Use of hand tools
• Storage for your tools and basic supplies
• Discounts at partner businesses
• Event space opportunities
• Emerging Artist Residency

Pricing: https://www.spacetospace.co/