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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.
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A thank-you to Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) and to the Ministers, Parliamentary Assistants, and staff who met with our delegation Tuesday at Queen's Park.![]()
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Representing OBIAA as part of EDCO's Group #1 (led by Sean Columbus, Chatham-Kent), I had the privilege of meeting with PA Will Bouma, Ryan Puviraj from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Agribusiness, PA Brian Saunderson, and Associate Minister Nina Tangri to talk about Ontario's main streets and the role BIAs play in keeping them vibrant, investment-ready, and economically resilient.![]()
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At the heart of our conversations was a clear ask: the need for a Main Street Revitalization & Construction Mitigation Fund to help downtowns weather long-overdue infrastructure renewal without losing the small businesses that make them thrive. Equally encouraging was the strong interest in the opportunity for housing on main streets — bringing residents back above the storefront to support year-round vibrancy, local businesses, and Ontario's housing supply at the same time.![]()
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Thank you to EDCO for the leadership, the briefing materials, and the seamless coordination. And thank you to every MPP, PA, Minister, and staff member who took the time to listen. Ontario's main streets are stronger when government and economic developers build together.![]()
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#OBIAA #EDCO #MainStreets #BIAs #OntarioEconomy #QueensPark
🌏 Celebrating Asian Heritage Month on Ontario’s Main Streets![]()
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This month, we recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of Asian-owned businesses across Ontario’s BIAs.![]()
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From restaurants and retailers to professional services and creative entrepreneurs, these businesses bring culture, innovation, and vibrancy to our Main Streets — helping shape the unique identity of communities across the province.![]()
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Supporting Asian-owned businesses means supporting local jobs, diverse voices, and stronger, more inclusive economies.![]()
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Take time this month to explore, shop, and celebrate the businesses that make your Main Street so special. 💙![]()
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#AsianHeritageMonth #SupportLocalON #MainStreetMatters #DiversityInBusiness #OntarioBIAs #ShopLocal
📈 Celebrating Economic Development Week![]()
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This week, we recognize the people, partnerships, and initiatives that help Ontario’s communities grow and thrive.![]()
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Across the province, BIAs play a vital role in economic development — supporting small businesses, attracting investment, and creating vibrant Main Streets where people want to live, work, and connect.![]()
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From placemaking and events to advocacy and business support, the impact of Main Streets is felt every day in communities of all sizes.![]()
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Strong Main Streets are key to strong local economies. 💙![]()
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#EconomicDevelopmentWeek #MainStreetMatters #OntarioBIAs #CommunityGrowth #ShopLocalON #OBIAA
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Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON