Welcome to JWest

Jewish at heart, open to all

Join us as we revitalize the site of the current Jewish Community Centre in the Oakridge neighbourhood with the development of a new, vibrant, and inclusive community hub.

What is JWest?

The JWest project is at the forefront of the Oakridge neighbourhood transformation, addressing some of Vancouver's most pressing challenges, including housing, childcare, and senior care. Rooted in Jewish heritage, the new campus will serve as a dynamic centre for the community, welcoming people of all backgrounds to participate in its programs, services, and activities.

JWest will become the largest privately funded Jewish community campus in Canada. As part of the revitalization of the Cambie-Oakridge corridor, the project includes three key components: a larger, modern Jewish Community Centre, an expanded King David High School with state-of-the-art facilities, and two residential towers rising 37 and 39 storeys. Twenty percent of the residential units will be allocated to a non-profit housing society, helping address Vancouver's growing need for affordable housing while supporting a diverse and vibrant neighbourhood.

The project is being delivered in phases to ensure there is no disruption to existing community programs and services. The first phases include the new Jewish Community Centre, King David High School, and residential towers, while Phase 3 will introduce a new underground parking facility to support the campus and surrounding community.

With rezoning now approved and the development permit process well underway, JWest remains on track for groundbreaking in fall 2026, creating a vibrant community hub that will serve generations to come.

  • Phase 01 – Jewish Community Centre

    The first phase of the project focuses on building a new Jewish Community Centre (JCC) to replace the outdated facility that has served the community since 1961. Despite renovations over the years, the current JCC is overcrowded and unable to meet the growing demand for programs and services across all age groups.

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  • Phase 02 – King David High School

    King David High School (KDHS) plays an important role in building and sustaining Vancouver’s Jewish community. The new school will not only be considerably bigger than the current school, but it will also enhance the student experience and make it an attractive option for Jewish students.

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  • Phase 03 – Residential Towers

    The third phase, designed to contribute to the revitalization of the Oakridge neighbourhood, is the construction of two rental residential towers with a mix of housing options.

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JWest news

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JWest Receives Rezoning Approval from Vancouver City Council following Public Hearing at Vancouver City Hall

On July 16, Vancouver City Council approved JWest's rezoning application at a public hearing at City Hall. It's a milestone this community has worked years to reach, and it comes just weeks after the JCC transferred the site's land into the JWest Foundation's hands — Council's approval now moves us from vision to construction. That’s the result of a collaborative process years in the making. 

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The Gift That Grew: Lisa Pullan on Building Community From the Inside

"We're so familiar with this building," she says. "It's ingrained in us."

What strikes Lisa, after years of conversations with community members about this campaign, is how many people share a deep belief in what the Jewish Community Centre represents, even those who haven't walked through its doors in years.

"When I'm talking to people, some of them say they haven't been a member since their kids were young," she says. "But they understand the importance of this institution to our community. Especially now, in the context we're living in — it crosses religious lines and cultural lines. More than ever, it's a very important place.”

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A 3.3-Acre Gift and a New Chapter for the Future JWest Campus

We are pleased to announce that the Jewish Community Centre (JCC) of Greater Vancouver has transferred ownership of the 3.3-acre property at Oak Street and 41st Avenue to the JWest Foundation, a non-profit governed by an independent chair, three independent directors, and representatives from the JCC, King David High School, and Jewish Federation of British Columbia (formerly known as Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver). This gift of land places the future campus in the hands of a body that reflects the full breadth of the community it will serve.

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Why I Give: Candace and Alan Kwinter on What Jewish Community Really Means

Candace Kwinter was President of the Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver (JFGV) when JWest's capital campaign launched in 2022. Her husband, Alan Kwinter, spent years thinking carefully about where their family's philanthropy would leave the deepest mark. Together, they arrived at the same conclusion — that directly supporting their Jewish community and the physical spaces where they gather would have the greatest long-term impact. Today, we are honoured to share their story.

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