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.

2026 BIABC Conference

Key Priorities

BC Hydro Demand Response 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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EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION IS OPEN ✨ Our annual conference is only 80 days away!
The conference hosted by @downtownpenticton will be in beautiful Penticton, BC. Early-bird until Mar 26; secure your spot today!
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://buff.ly/3OBvKux
Groups of 3+ from the same organization, ...

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Welcome to the world of digital employee health benefits. Say goodbye to long paper forms and confusing employee handbooks. BIABC Health Benefits provides the portal to simpler benefits administration. Built for small businesses, the BIABC Health Benefits program utilizes economies ...

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Hello March! 🌼 March is not just a month of change; it’s a time to strengthen our local community! As the flowers bloom, let’s support each other and grow together.
📍 @district1881
📍 @downtownsquamish
📍 @downtownpenticton
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #supportsmall ...

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BIABC says the timing of expanding the PST could not be worse. Businesses are managing inflation, labour shortages, insurance increases, weak consumer confidence, and rising public safety costs.
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📍 @westendbia
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal ...

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Joining us in Pentiction for the conference? Book your conference hotel early!
A LIMITED block of rooms has been held for the 2026 Conference. You can book your conference room now at the @pentictonlakeside, where all keynotes and breakout sessions will ...

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Founded in 1949 with locations across BC, @millsoffice is a local, family-owned and operated Canadian supplier. Free delivery is available throughout BC. Mills specializes in sourcing locally-made and sustainable products.
BIABC member businesses receive exclusive discounts on commonly ordered items and ...

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As we move into the new year, we’re looking forward to continuing our work supporting local businesses, fostering connections, and helping our community thrive.
In 2025 BIABC engaged with members on ways to increase the association's sustainability. The first step ...

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Supporting local business doesn’t always require new spending. Removing trade barriers, improving coordination on safety, and restoring engagement would make an immediate difference in communities across BC.
Read the complete press release #linkinbio
📍 @buddiestoys | Sidney, BC
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal ...

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A little tradition, a little luck. 🧧✨ Let’s make this Lunar New Year brighter for everyone. Support local this holiday and the future will more prosperous for us all!
As we welcome the Year of the Horse, let's support local ...

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Fairs, festivals & events are the heart of our communities & make B.C. a vibrant place to live, work, explore and celebrate.
The Destination Events Program supports tourism, arts, culture and sport events throughout British Columbia to drive economic growth and ...

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