The leading network for BIAs – proudly representing
100,000+ Local Businesses Across Ontario
Ontario Business Improvement Area Association
The Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) is a network representing and supporting BIAs across Ontario. We encourage and guide BIAs to increase their effectiveness, as well as their contribution to the economic, cultural, and social well-being of communities.
OBIAA is a leader in the development and sharing of information, tools, training, resources, and best practices.
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🌟 2026 BIA Award Winner Spotlight ![]()
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👏 Congratulations to the Burlington Downtown BIA who received an OBIAA Award of Excellence in the Communications category for the Green Lanyard Project, strengthening Burlington’s foundation for accommodation and supporting atypical and invisible disabilities. ![]()
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For more information on our Awards Program or previous winners, check out the OBIAA website – obiaa.com/conference/awards/#Awards🔗![]()
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#Congrats #2026BIAConference #OBIAA #OntarioBIAs #OBIAAAwards #BIAAwards
📣 Looking to connect directly with Ontario BIAs? ![]()
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Sponsoring the 2026 OBIAA Professional Development Day provides valuable exposure to decision-makers, Main Street leaders, municipal staff, and economic development professionals from across the province. ![]()
Showcase your brand, and demonstrate your support for Ontario's vibrant Main Streets.![]()
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🎤 Networking Opportunities![]()
📈 Brand Exposure![]()
🤝 Direct Connections with BIA Leaders![]()
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📅 September 28-29, 2026![]()
📍 Burlington, ON![]()
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Explore sponsorship opportunities today! 🔗 obiaa.com/2026-professional-development-day/ ![]()
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#sponsorshipopportunity OBIAA2026PDDay #biaprofessionaldevelopment #mainstreetontario #OBIAA #OntarioBIAs
📍 Exploring Main Streets in action at the 2026 OBIAA Conference!![]()
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One of the highlights of Conference week is stepping beyond the meeting room and into the community — and this year, delegates had the opportunity to experience Thorold’s Main Street firsthand during the mobile tour. 🌼![]()
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From placemaking and local business vitality to community identity and collaboration, the tour showcased how thoughtful investment and local leadership help create vibrant, welcoming places.![]()
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A sincere thank you to the Downtown Thorold BIA and community partners for sharing your story, opening your doors, and inspiring delegates from across Ontario. 💙![]()
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These experiences remind us that some of the best learning happens right on Main Street.![]()
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#2026BIAConference #MainStreetsInBloom #OntarioBIAs #ThoroldBIA #MainStreetMatters #CommunityBuilding #Placemaking #OBIAA
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Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON