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.

2021 BIABC Conference

BIABC Covid-19 Update

BIA Benefit Plan

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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This week’s forecast: sunshine with 100% chance of patio drinks. ☀️🍹
It’s the perfect time to get out and support our restaurants, pubs and cafe’s.
#supportlocal #biabc (📷: @cityofnorthvancouver)

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This week’s Friday Faces feature is Jeff Bray - Executive Director of the Downtown Victoria Business Association - where he’s led the organization for the past 3.5 years. Jeff is passionate about shaping public policy and promoting public engagement and ...

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Preserve what you love...including all the businesses that make our neighbourhoods the vibrant and special places they are. Here are just a few ways we can support our businesses:
1. Order take-out
2. Buy gift cards
3. Shop locally online
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Spring is literally in the air in @downtownsquamish. Colourful banners & flower baskets infuse beauty and vibrancy into the Squamish streets.
#downtownsquamish #biabc (📷: @downtownsquamish)

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Hoppy Easter, peeps! We love the 🐰 scavenger hunt #onRobson highlighting all their outdoor public spaces and places!
#happyeaster #biabc 📷: @robsonstreet | @lagotto_remynstagram)

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The Friday Faces feature this week is the dynamic trio from @downtownnewwest! Meet Kendra Johnston, Executive Director, Angie Whitfield, Programs & Event Manager and Christina Florian, Digital Marketing Coordinator. This talented team is behind all the incredible and innovative programs ...

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Let’s patio, people! Support your favourite local restaurants, pubs and cafes by dining al fresco or ordering take-out and delivery.
ICYMI - Amended PHO announced yesterday suspending all dine-in service at restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes until April 19th.
#eatlocal ...

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This week’s Friday Faces feature is Lynn Allin. She is the Executive Director of @downtownpenticton and has been for the past 4.5 years, which was a natural fit after her time with the Penticton Arts Council and years of owning ...

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Share the L O V E. ♥️
#kensingtonlove #biabc (📷: @first.name.lily)

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Soaking up spring break and exploring locally. White Rock is home to Canada’s longest pier, a beautiful seaside promenade and charming boutiques, galleries and eateries. Fun for the whole family.
#explorewhiterock #biabc (📷: @morning.sophie)

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Creating partnerships
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