Welcome to Business Improvement Areas of British Columbia

THE CHAMPIONS OF BC's MAIN STREETS

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Formed in 1991 to assist and promote the BIA movement in British Columbia,
Business Improvement Areas of British Columbia (BIABC) is the provincial
champion of strong, vibrant and successful downtowns, main streets and
commercial districts throughout our province.

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BIA Benefits Program

Creating partnerships
neighbourhoods grow from.

Your BIABC has forged important, beneficial and lasting partnerships with organizations like Terasen Gas, BC Hydro and Fortis BC, the International Council of Shopping Centres and the International Downtown Association. These relationships enable BIABC members to access tools that will help shape and enhance neighbourhoods, save money and source local BC solutions and perspectives using a global network of urban developers and contacts.

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There are a lot of myths about accessibility out there, but today, we’ll share some truths.
Small businesses can’t afford to be inaccessible. Becoming inclusive in all aspects of your business can ac ...

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We see you patio season 👀🌞
⛱️ @chiplantbased / 📍 @shopwest4th
⛱️ @thefarmersdaughter.co / 📍 @exploresidney
⛱️ @kinandfolkrestaurant / 📍 @downtownpenticton
⛱️ @BrekaBakery / 📍 @robsonstreet
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BIABC represents, supports and advocates for the #smallbusiness neighbourhoods in our 80+ BIAs throughout BC.
✨ We advocate for business communities, implement community events, street enhancements, ...

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Celebrating Asian Heritage Month through Art! 🌸✨⁠
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This month, @marpolevillage is highlighting three incredible murals that beautify their community and tell powerful stories of Asian heritage. Let's ...

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The Vancouver BIA Partnership hosted an Economic Summit highlighting critical issues facing small business that are threatening their viability. Rising debt, taxation, fees & costs, and government reg ...

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👂Have you heard? An applicant’s self-installation of measures to prevent vandalism and crime is now permitted when applying for the @governmentofbc Securing Small Business Rebate. Learn more about how ...

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Shop locally to fuel economic growth within our community. Every purchase you make at a local business contributes to building a stronger, more vibrant neighbourhood!
Let's support our local entrepre ...

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Incorporated with the city of Kelowna in 1973, the community of Rutland is an older residential and commercial neighbourhood with a central business core along Highway 33 and Rutland Road.
𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 ...

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It pays to be a member! Did you know that BIABC has a Member Benefits Program? More value means more engagement, and the BIABC is excited to offer its members something more. Available to any business ...

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Places and spaces for people make vibrant, thriving communities. Public art and public spaces that enhance our communities and make them vibrant and welcoming for all are just some of the ways BIA’s p ...

Creating partnerships neighbourhoods grow from.

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Creating partnerships
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