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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🤝 Collaboration is key to thriving Main Streets. ![]()
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Partnering with municipalities, businesses, and community groups creates stronger, more resilient local economies.![]()
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Connection drives success.![]()
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#collaboration #mainstreetleadership #Obiaa
🏆 Celebrating Excellence on Ontario’s Main Streets 🏆![]()
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The 2026 BIA Awards recognize the creativity, leadership, and impact happening in communities across Ontario.![]()
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From innovative marketing campaigns and placemaking initiatives to events, partnerships, and community-building projects, these awards celebrate the work BIAs do to strengthen local economies and create vibrant, connected main streets.![]()
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The BIA Awards Gala is always one of the most inspiring moments of Conference Week — bringing together leaders and changemakers from across the province to recognize the projects and people making a difference in their communities.![]()
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Congratulations to all of this year's winners!![]()
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#2026BIAAwards #2026BIAConference #MainStreetsInBloom #OntarioBIAs #MainStreetMatters #CommunityBuilding #Placemaking #EconomicDevelopment #BIAExcellence
📣 Strengthening the voice of Main Streets across Ontario.![]()
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Advocacy is a core part of OBIAA’s work — ensuring BIAs are represented, supported, and positioned for long-term success.![]()
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Together, we are stronger.![]()
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#Advocacy #StrategicPlan #OntarioBIAs
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Annual BIA Conference
April 19-22, 2026
St Catharines, ON