HSBC Canada Building

This skyscraper in downtown Vancouver rises 23 stories and stands about 100 meters tall with a contemporary design that reflects its banking and office purpose. The ground level includes retail spaces such as a coffee shop and a medical facility alongside the main office areas.

Construction began in 1984 on the site of the former Hotel Devonshire, and the building took on its name when HSBC acquired assets from the Bank of British Columbia in 1986. This acquisition represented a major shift in the building's purpose from hospitality to modern banking operations.

The lobby features The Pendulum, a magnetic art installation by Alan Storey that brings together the worlds of finance and contemporary art. This piece gives visitors an unexpected connection between the commercial building and creative expression.

The building is easy to access during business hours with public entrances leading into the main foyer where visitors can see the art installation. You can view the interior spaces at no cost when you enter during regular weekday hours.

In 2024, the building was rebranded as RBC Place, ending more than 30 years of association with HSBC Bank Canada. This renaming shows how ownership and use of major commercial properties can shift over time in the city.

Location: British Columbia

Architects: WZMH Architects

Official opening: 1986

GPS coordinates: 49.28400,-123.11900

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00