Steveston Community Centre

What Steveston Community Centre does

Steveston Community Centre is a non-profit community recreation facility in Richmond, British Columbia, operated by the Steveston Community Society (incorporated 1946) under a formal partnership with the City of Richmond. The Society, governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, delivers programs, equipment, and supplies, while the City provides and maintains the physical building, property, front-desk attendants, custodial staff, and a Recreation Leader. The Centre serves residents across all age cohorts - preschoolers (licensed preschool for 3-4 year olds, Times for Twos), youth (Leadership Council, drop-in programs), working-age adults (fitness, racquet sports), and seniors (55+ clubs and wellness clinics) - plus the broader community through signature events including the Steveston Salmon Festival (79-year tradition), the Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market (since 2008, ~9 dates per summer), and the Steveston Christmas Craft Fair (up to 125 vendors).

The underlying technology stack is modest: program registration runs through the City of Richmond's PerfectMind platform (online at richmond.ca/register, by phone at 604-276-4300, and in-person at any Richmond community facility), with the Society's own website built on a standard CMS and supported by organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X/Twitter) plus email newsletters and word-of-mouth. The Centre's main building at 4111 Moncton Street has been closed since December 8, 2025 for reconstruction, with programs relocated to the Easthope Hub at 4320 Moncton Street and other nearby venues; the rebuilt facility is scheduled for completion in December 2026.

Revenue is generated through program registration fees (subscription/recurring), court and facility rentals (usage-based, e.g., badminton/pickleball $11.65 per 45 minutes, tennis $29.95 per hour), annual society membership (September 1 to August 31), event revenue (vendor booth fees from the Farmers Market and Christmas Craft Fair), and transaction-fee income from community events. Pricing for racquet-sports drop-ins is tiered by age ($3.50 child/youth, $6.25 adult, $5.00 senior, $3.50 family). The model is event-driven, with go-to-market relying on community engagement, signature events, and the City of Richmond's co-branded registration infrastructure rather than outbound sales.

Name

Steveston Community Centre

Legal name

Steveston Community Society

Website

https://stevestoncommunitysociety.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Steveston Community Centre is a non-profit recreation facility in Richmond, British Columbia, operated by the Steveston Community Society in partnership with the City of Richmond, delivering fitness, preschool, youth, seniors, and racquet-sports programs plus signature community events for residents of all ages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Recreation Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Sport Complexes & Community Sports Parks (MPAKAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI), Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE), Community Sports & Recreation Festivals (Fun Runs, Local Games Days) (MPAGAEAN)

Keywords

• Community recreation programs
• Community centre services
• Fitness and wellness programs
• Licensed preschool programs
• Community events management

Headquarters

HQ city

Richmond

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Registration Fees: Fees collected from participants registering for fitness classes, preschool programs, youth activities, senior programs, racquet sports lessons, and various recreational classes
2. Court and Facility Rentals: Fees for badminton, pickleball, squash, and tennis court bookings; table tennis; and court rentals
3. Membership Fees: Annual society membership fees with membership year September 1 to August 31
4. Event Revenue: Revenue from Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market vendor fees, Steveston Christmas Craft Fair vendor registrations, and Steveston Salmon Festival activities
5. Vendor Booth Fees: Fees collected from vendors at the annual Christmas Craft Fair (up to 125 vendors) and Farmers Market

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Steveston Community Centre operates a community recreation facility offering seasonal programs, drop-in activities, and special events for all ages — including fitness classes, licensed preschool, youth leadership programs, seniors clubs, and racquet sports (tennis, pickleball, badminton, squash, table tennis). The Society also organizes signature community events including the Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market, Steveston Christmas Craft Fair, and the Steveston Salmon Festival, supported by an annual membership program and community volunteer network.

Product overview

Steveston Community Centre is a community recreation facility governed by the Steveston Community Society in partnership with the City of Richmond. The center operates as a unified offering of community programs and services including Fitness Programs (Yoga, Zumba, group fitness), Preschool Programs (Licensed Preschool for 3-4 year olds, Times for Twos), Youth Programs (Leadership Council, drop-in activities), Seniors Programs (55+ clubs), and Racquet Sports (tennis, pickleball, badminton). The center also organizes major community events including the Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market, Steveston Salmon Festival, and Steveston Christmas Craft Fair, as well as maintaining the Steveston Community Park Playground and Sammy the Salmon mascot program. Community membership and volunteer programs support ongoing operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RAIS (Richmond Agricultural & Industrial Society): A not-for-profit organization formed in 1923 that coordinates events including the Steveston Salmon Festival and Steveston Farmers & Artisans Market. Operates under the auspices of the Steveston Community Society with a shared board of directors but distinct mission statements.

Products and services

• Steveston Community Centre A community recreation facility operated by the Steveston Community Society in partnership with the City of Richmond, offering seasonal programs, drop-in activities, special events, and recreation opportunities for all ages from preschoolers to seniors.
• Fitness Programs Drop-in and registered fitness classes including Yoga, Zumba, Simply Stretch, Minds Muscles and Mobility, and group fitness sessions led by qualified staff, for adults seeking fitness and wellness programs.
• Preschool Programs Licensed preschool for 3-4 year olds and Times for Twos program for 2 year olds, featuring play-based learning in fine arts, science, yoga, music movements, and language introduction. CCFRI subsidy eligible for licensed preschool.
• Youth Programs Youth services including Youth Council, Leadership Council, Friday Night Hangout drop-in, sport-specific drop-in activities, and youth facility passes for teenagers and young people seeking leadership development and community involvement.
• Seniors Programs 55+ Clubs and groups including ukulele, bridge, tablet and computer programs, and wellness clinics under the guidance of the Seniors Coordinator for older adults seeking social activities and continuing education.
• Racquet Sports Racquet sports including tennis (private lessons and court bookings), table tennis, squash, badminton, and pickleball under the direction of the Racquet Sports Coordinator.
• Steveston Farmers & Artisan Market Seasonal outdoor market featuring local farmers, artists and craftspeople offering fresh produce, handmade items, and local eats at Garry Point Park, held on selected Sundays from May through September.
• Steveston Salmon Festival Annual community festival celebrating Canadian heritage, featuring parade floats, the Sammy the Salmon mascot, and community activities organized by RAIS.
• Steveston Christmas Craft Fair Annual craft fair held at the Net Shed with up to 125 vendors featuring handcrafted items, jewelry, food items, and family-friendly activities.
• Steveston Community Society Membership Annual membership in the Steveston Community Society running September 1 to August 31, providing voting rights, access to general meetings, and eligibility to hold office within the society.

Quantifiable outcome

• Programs relocated to 7+ temporary locations during construction ensuring continuity of service
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• City of RichmondflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1957Formal partnership agreement between Steveston Community Society and City of Richmond. City provides and maintains physical buildings and property; Society provides programs, equipment, and supplies. City provides building management staff, front desk attendants, Recreation Leader, and custodial staff. Society employees include all other staff. Annual operating agreement governs relationship.
• Richmond Agricultural & Industrial Society (RAIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelated non-profit organization (formed 1923, revived 1966) that works with SCS to plan and coordinate events including Steveston Salmon Festival, Steveston Farmers & Artisans Market, and Sammy the Salmon mascot. RAIS is a not-for-profit run by volunteer committee. Both societies share same directors but have distinct mission statements.
• Steveston Lions ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization that participates in community events and activities supported by Steveston Community Society
• CanfiscominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity member company that demonstrated ongoing dedication to the Steveston Community Park playground renewal project
• Steveston Japanese Language SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization that participates in community events and activities
• Steveston Judo ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization that participates in community events and activities including annual Salmon Festival
• Steveston Kendo ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization that participates in community events and activities including annual Salmon Festival
• Japanese Canadian Citizenship AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistorical donor that contributed $15,000 toward construction of the Steveston Community Centre in 1956-1957, forming part of the funding basis for the original community centre building

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Emerging players

• Boys & Girls Club of South Coast BC: Non-profit delivering youth programming, drop-in activities, and leadership development across Metro Vancouver. Overlaps with Steveston's youth offerings (Youth Council, Friday Night Hangout, leadership programs).

Direct peers

• Kitsilano Community Centre: Vancouver community centre with a society-driven operating model similar to Steveston, offering recreation, fitness, preschool, youth, and seniors programming for a comparable urban neighbourhood.
• West Richmond Community Centre: City of Richmond community centre offering comparable fitness, sports, and community programming. Direct neighbourhood substitute within the same municipal recreation system.
• South Arm Community Centre: Another City of Richmond community centre providing multi-generational recreation programming comparable to Steveston, including seniors, youth, and fitness services within the same city system.
• Cambie Community Centre: Richmond community centre with comparable recreation programming and a similar public-private operating structure, serving as a direct substitute for Steveston residents in nearby catchment areas.
• Minoru Community Centre: City of Richmond-operated community centre offering adjacent recreation programs, fitness, seniors, and youth services in Richmond. Direct operating peer under the same municipal partnership model that defines Steveston.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of Greater Vancouver: A larger, multi-location recreation non-profit offering fitness, child care, youth, and community programming across Metro Vancouver. Comparable on membership-based recreation services, with broader scale and brand.
• Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver: Membership-based community centre offering fitness, recreation, child care, and cultural programming in Vancouver. Similar society/facility model with broader programming scope and a paid membership base.

Regional players

• Tavistock Tennis Club: Greater Vancouver racquet sports club offering tennis programming comparable to Steveston's racquet sports line. Regional peer in the same tennis/squash/badminton/pickleball category with a more club-based model.

Others

• City of Richmond Parks & Recreation: Municipal department that owns the building, employs building staff, and co-governs programming with Steveston Community Society. The strategic partner and de facto upstream counterparty in the operating model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/StevestonCC
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@stevestoncommunitycentre?si=oRQtT_qJ4vsqwb5D
• Facebookfacebook.com/StevestonCommunityCentre
• Instagraminstagram.com/stevestoncc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/steveston-community-centre

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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