Bentall Centre in downtown Vancouver is offering six months of free retail space to select small businesses through its Buy B.C. initiative, The Daily Hive reported. The program, launched by property owner Hudson Pacific Properties, aims to support local entrepreneurs by providing storefronts within The Shops, Bentall Centre’s underground mall. Businesses will also receive marketing support and networking opportunities in partnership with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Downtown Van, the area business improvement association.

Applications are open until April 2, with selected businesses set to move in by May 1.

Bentall Centre is an iconic five-building office complex that includes retail spaces.

Pictured: The Shops underground mall in downtown Vancouver’s Bentall Centre.

Photo: Hudson Pacific Properties