In recognition of Arthur Erickson's outstanding artistic contribution to our nation and the world, it is the goal of the Foundation to preserve the house and garden of Arthur Erickson as a permanent Canadian heritage site open to the public for education and inspiration.

Objectives

In order to fulfil the goal of the Mission Statement, the Foundation has established the following objectives:

• To hold the property debt and lien free
•To maintain, manage, and operate the property to provide access for the education and appreciation of the public
• To prepare guidelines for the conservation as well as the long-term maintenance and operation of the house and garden as a public resource
• To establish an endowment to secure the maintenance, preservation and operation of the property
• To present it as a unique cultural resource for the education and inspiration of Vancouver residents and visitors
• To obtain municipal heritage designation of the property
• To expand its membership, strengthen its board, and create an advisory panel of Honorary Directors.
• To continue the education program through informative guided tours of the garden for students, professionals and the public
• To increase public awareness with a brochure, a video, web-site, and a newsletter