YWCA Metro Vancouver’s Como Lake Gardens

Como Lake Gardens is a four-storey housing development for single mothers and their dependent children located on Como Lake Avenue in the City of Coquitlam. The building was thoughtfully designed to complement the site’s unique footprint. CitySpaces took on the role as Development Consultant for the duration of the project .

In early 2008, the Province of British Columbia committed to build over 6,000 new and upgraded housing units, which included 30 units of self-contained housing at 528 Como Lake Avenue.

Operated by YWCA Metro Vancouver, Como Lake Gardens provides safe, affordable housing and meaningful, tenant-centred support services. The combination of housing with on-site support helps residents endeavour to improve their social and economic independence.

YWCA Metro Vancouver

Founded over 100 years ago, YWCA Metro Vancouver has grown and flourished because of the energy and commitment of its community.

Today, as one of the largest and most diversified non-profits in Metro Vancouver, the YWCA Metro Vancouver reaches more than 50,000 people annually. Through work in advocacy and integrated services, the YWCA touches lives and builds better futures for women and their families.

Committed to fostering economic independence, wellness and equal opportunities, the YWCA Metro Vancouver continues to adapt to changing social complexities by developing and maintaining programs and services for the health of its community.

Building & Sustainable Design Features

Targeted LEED® Gold designation
Mix of 8 three-bedroom and 22 two-bedroom units, with flexibility to accommodate some residents with disabilities
Secure underground parking
Private outdoor space for each unit
Onsite laundry
Children's play area
Residents' garden plots
Centrally located administrative office space
Located within walking/cycling distance of many services, amenities, and public transit.
Reduced vehicle parking, with covered bicycle storage for tenants and staff.
Quality construction with durable and recycled materials.
Indoor air quality enhanced by operable windows and low VOC finishes and furnishings.
Low-flow fixtures, including toilets, showers, and faucets.