Now leasing for September 2027
Rendering of the Canopy tower seen from the park, a slim high-rise with layered balconies above a glazed lobby entrance, framed by trees.

Live Under the Trees
At the Gates of UBC

Our Story

Named for What Stands Above It

Canopy stands at the gates of the University of British Columbia, on the line where the campus meets the forest, where the pace of the day finally slows down.

The name comes from both sides of that line: the layered green ceiling of the Pacific Northwest, and the sheltering form of the architecture itself. Both do the same quiet work, keeping the noise out and holding a calm space underneath.

Canopy is purpose built rental living that behaves like a home rather than a stopover. Busy belongs to the day outside. Inside, everything is designed to feel unhurried, so coming home is the easiest part of it.

Steps from campus. Sheltered by the forest.

Why Canopy

A Home at the Edge of Campus

Living close to campus usually costs you quiet. Canopy is built the other way around: lectures, transit and everyday errands are all a short walk away, and the moment you step inside, the day stays at the door.

Street-level plaza beside the building, with a paved walkway, cafe seating, planters in bloom and people walking in the sunshine.
Streetscape at the base of the building, with cherry blossom trees, a lamp-lit sidewalk, shopfronts and someone cycling past.

Life at Canopy

Everyday, Made Easier

Small things that keep the pressure of the week outside, where it belongs:

Furnished Suites

Thoughtfully furnished suites offer a comfortable, convenient and move-in-ready living experience.

All-Inclusive Rent

Enjoy the simplicity of all-inclusive rent, with utilities and high-speed Wi-Fi included in one convenient monthly payment.

Modern Amenities

Modern amenities make everyday living more convenient, with secure bike storage, a welcoming resident lounge and on-site retail.

The Neighbourhood

At the Edge of the Forest

Almost everything sits within an easy walk: lecture halls, the bus exchange, groceries, a pharmacy, cafes and the gym are all minutes from the front door, so the day takes less out of you. Step the other way and the forest trails take over, quiet and shaded, the calm already waiting before you get home.

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Aerial view from the building over the UBC campus and treetops, with the water and snow-capped mountains on the horizon.

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