"Intense, rapid development in Toronto has led to massive hikes in commercial property values and taxes. Independent businesses are feeling the crunch. Many have closed, and more are threatened by rising space costs."
Thank you to Ryerson University's City Building Institute for putting together this amazing exhibit on the state of commercial property tax in the City of Toronto. Digital version of the exhibit is available for download below!
"The Bloor Annex BIA has announced plans to build four parkettes and make streetscape improvements along Bloor between Spadina and Bathurst" via Urban Toronto
Kick off the holiday season in the Little Italy BIA at their annual Cavalcade of Lights! 📣
Live entertainment, seasonal treats, official tree and angel lighting ceremony, a visit from Santa and more at this FREE family event!
Look forward to holiday entertainment from the St. Francis of Assisi School Choir and neighbourhood favourite, Linda Cara.
"Alex Ling left his indelible mark on Bloor West Village, helping to transform the quiet neighbourhood into a vibrant commercial centre for the city.
The long-time chair of the Bloor West BIA and founder of the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA), Ling was both pitchman and ambassador for his adopted neighbourhood, forging vital links with nearly every city mayor since David Crombie in his tireless efforts to promote local business, said close friends and family members" via torontodotcom
https://www.toronto.com/…/9002059-alex-ling-hailed-for-con…/
Trinity Bellwoods BIA is hosting the second Do: Pie, an Apple Pie contest to raise money for the Women’s Own Withdrawal Management Centre. On Sunday, November 11th, everyone is invited to bake an Apple Pie for the contest.
The top three winners will be eligible to win a special prize from businesses in the area, as well as a cash prize. If you are not a baker but enjoy a good slice of Apple Pie, join the fun from 2-4 pm at A-Game Café (797 Dundas St West). Winning pies will be auctioned off starting at 3pm
For more information including how to register, visit www.trinitybellwoodsdundas.com 🥧
Join us for BEER and TAXES, a special event presented in partnership by the Ryerson City Building Institute, Toronto Region Board of Trade and TABIA.
On November 13, we’ll be serving local beer from Great Lakes Brewery and light refreshments at Urbanspace Gallery in 401 Richmond. On display, Ryerson CBI’s exhibition, TAXED OUT, on the threat of current commercial tax policy to small business and culture.
"Featuring a range of game-locations from restaurants and coffee shops to art studios and retail stores, participants are tasked with collecting secret stones to unlock an all-powerful wand, while solving puzzles and interacting with mysterious characters along the way."
This event is sponsored by the Danforth Mosaic BIA 💫🔮
"The name Runnymede is derived from the Anglo-Saxon words runieg (regular meeting) and mede (meadow)"
Home of the world's first BIA (Bloor West Village BIA), the Runnymede neighbourhood is full of vibrant eats, shopping, pampering and much more!
Toronto's biggest Halloween Block Party returns on Halloween to The Village! 🎃
Enjoy the Halloween spirit as thousands of people fill the streets with their weird, wonderful, eccentric, creative, and fabulous costumes. Many of the local businesses will have special events or menus happening within their shops or restaurants/bars.
Church St is closed between Gloucester and Wood St starting at 6:30pm to vehicular traffic, allowing an amazing yet safe experience for pedestrians.
Has your business signed up for Digital Main Street's "Digital Transformation Grant" yet? All the information you need here - https://bit.ly/2PkBZpe ⭐
With this expansion, small businesses are now eligible for a $2,500 grant to offset the costs of their digital transformation.
BIAs & municipalities can also apply for a $10,000 grant to train and implement digital service squads, to work with their local small businesses.
For more information visit www.digitalmainstreet.ca/ontario
The Midtown Yonge BIA is pleased to bring you the very first MIDTOWN COUNTRY FAIR! The BIA is bringing country into the very heart of the city.
With a Corn Maze, mechanical bull riding, games/activities for all ages, musical entertainment, food vendors, contests and much more, there is no doubt that this event will be full of excitement, anticipation and enthusiasm. 🐮🌾
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! There are so many options to choose from throughout Parkdale Village 😍
October 9-12
The Yonge Lawrence Village Business Improvement Area is proud to present its 14th Annual Artwalk in partnership with the North Toronto Group of Artists (NTGA) 🎨
Artwalk is a free, fun fall event providing 3 weeks of art exhibits, displayed in various YLV merchant windows.
The public is invited to take a stroll and view as many displays as possible. Everyone will have a chance to vote for their favourite window display online via the BIA's webiste (www.ylvbia.com)