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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🤝 OBIAA will be attending the 2027 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference!![]()
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Rural Main Streets are the heart of their communities, and we’re proud to be there representing Ontario’s BIAs and advocating for strong partnerships between municipalities and BIAs.![]()
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📅 January 24-26, 2027![]()
📍 Toronto, ON![]()
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If you’re attending, come find us. We’d love to connect! 💙![]()
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#ROMA2027 #RuralOntario #OntarioBIAs #OBIAA #MainStreetMatters #AdvocacyInAction #MunicipalPartnerships #BIACommunity
🥸 Movember is here!![]()
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This November, we’re recognizing the importance of men’s health, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health. Main Streets are community spaces where connection happens, and that connection can save lives.![]()
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Check in on the men in your life, and encourage them to look after their health. 💙![]()
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#Movember #MensHealth #OBIAA #OntarioBIAs #MainStreetMatters #BIACommunity
🗳️ Thank you to everyone who put their name forward.![]()
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To every candidate who ran in a local BIA board or municipal election: thank you. Stepping up to serve your community takes courage, time, and a genuine belief in what Main Streets can be.![]()
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Whether you were elected, re-elected, or not successful this time, your commitment to your community matters. We hope you’ll stay engaged in the work of building stronger Main Streets. 💙![]()
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Congratulations to all newly elected and returning board members and officials. We look forward to working with you!![]()
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#ThankYou #LocalElections #OntarioBIAs #OBIAA #MainStreetMatters #BIACommunity #CivicEngagement #BuildingLocalSuccessTogether
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Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON