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.
Latest News
Helping to keep you informed in your community
Proudly Serving Our Members & Communities
Follow @OBIAA_ on Social for the Recent Updates
🌟 2026 BIA Award Winner Spotlight![]()
![]()
👏 Congratulations to the Municipality of Huron East & Shop Seaforth who received an OBIAA Award of Excellence in the Special Events category for Seaforth Homecoming 2025: Working Together for Success, a 150th celebration bringing together communities to shop the main streets and enjoy unique entertainment. ![]()
![]()
🔗 For more information on our Awards Program or previous winners, check out the OBIAA website – obiaa.com/conference/awards/#Awards![]()
![]()
#Congrats #2026BIAConference #OBIAA #OntarioBIAs #OBIAAAwards #BIAAwards
📣 2026 PD DAY ![]()
![]()
🤝 Meet one of our hosts: Burlington Downtown BIA. From waterfront events and public realm improvements to innovative beautification projects, Burlington Downtown BIA continues to create vibrant experiences for businesses, residents, and visitors alike. ![]()
![]()
🤝 Meet our second host: Aldershot Village BIA. Known for its strong community partnerships, local business support, and creative placemaking initiatives, Aldershot Village demonstrates how meaningful impact can be achieved through collaboration and community engagement.![]()
![]()
We look forward to showcasing their work this September.![]()
![]()
🔗 Register today: obiaa.com/2026-professional-development-day/ ![]()
![]()
#Placemaking&Partnerships #BIAImpact #CommunityInnovation #2026ProfessionalDevelopment #Burlington2026 #OBIAA2026PDDay #OBIAA #OntarioBIAs
Looking to upgrade your retail operations?![]()
![]()
Powered by the Digital Competence Centre (#DCC), the Ontario Government’s Retail Modernization Project Grant offers eligible brick-and-mortar retailers up to![]()
$5,000 in non-repayable funding to adopt digital technologies.![]()
![]()
Think:![]()
💸 Smarter payment systems![]()
🛍️ Better customer experience![]()
🕒 Easier staff scheduling![]()
![]()
To qualify, you must:![]()
• Have a physical storefront![]()
• Be operational for at least one year![]()
• Generate a minimum of $100,000 in annual revenue![]()
![]()
We’re encouraging all small businesses to take advantage of this opportunity!![]()
![]()
🔗 Learn more here: www.oc-innovation.ca/programs/digital-competence-centre/ ![]()
![]()
#ModernRetail #DigitalTransformation #OntarioBusiness #ShopOntario
Instagram @OBIAA_
Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON