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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📈 Accessible communities are stronger economically and socially.![]()
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When Main Streets are inclusive and accessible, more people can shop, work, visit, participate, and connect within their communities.![]()
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Accessibility is not only about removing barriers — it’s about creating opportunities, strengthening local economies, and building communities where everyone feels welcome.![]()
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Ontario’s BIAs play an important role in helping make that happen.![]()
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#NationalAccessAbilityWeek #EconomicInclusion #AccessibleOntario #MainStreetMatters #OntarioBIAs #OBIAA
🪑 Inclusive public spaces create more welcoming Main Streets.![]()
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Across Ontario, BIAs are investing in accessibility through seating areas, improved wayfinding, safer crossings, accessible patios, sensory-friendly programming, and more.![]()
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Small improvements can have a big impact on how people experience their communities.![]()
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Thank you to the BIAs and municipal partners helping build more accessible and connected public spaces for everyone. 💙![]()
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#NationalAccessAbilityWeek #AccessibleCommunities #publicrealm #OntarioBIAs #MainStreetMatters #OBIAA
Received a Property Income and Expense Return request letter from the @Municipal Property Assessment Corporation? 📄![]()
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As an Ontario property owner, you know your property best. Submit accurate, timely, and complete information through the information request portal in MPAC AboutMyPropertyTM at mpac.ca/amp by July 22, 2026. 💻![]()
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The online portal makes it easy to file, with streamlined navigation, access to past submissions, and the option to carry forward previous information for added convenience.![]()
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For more information, visit mpac.ca/PIER. ![]()
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#OBIAA #OntarioBIAs #mpac #propertyincomeandexpensereturn
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Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON