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.

2025 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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Rainy days and cozy moods ☔💭 Grab your umbrella, pop into your favourite local shops, and warm up with something delicious from your local café.
📍@lowerlonsdale
📍@downtown.duncan.bia
📍@downtownabbotsford
📍@downtownchwk
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #supportsmall #smallbusiness #bcsmallbusiness #supportlocalbc

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Happy Halloween! 🎃🍬👻 May the candy be in abundance and the costumes scary.
📍 @robsonstreet
📍 @burnabyheights
📍 @shopwest4th
📍 @dunbar_village
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #supportsmall #smallbusiness #bcsmallbusiness #supportlocalbc

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Meet @whiterock_bia, they may only encompass five square kilometres, but they offer an entire world of experiences.
✷ est. 2004
✷ +330 businesses & properties
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗜𝗔𝘀 ✨ Our members together represent 80+ business districts that employ hundreds of thousands of retail, ...

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Turn the power down and the rewards up. @bchydro is offering a risk-free program, earning your business rewards for shifting your electricity usage.
Shift or reduce your energy use during periods of peak demand and you could earn $3,500 on ...

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Small businesses are the backbone of BC's communities, providing valuable services and unique charm. Spending $100 at a local small business keeps $70 in the local economy, supporting employment and benefiting communities.
Consider shopping local for 5 tangible benefits (swipe).
📸 ...

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BIABC welcomes today’s federal government’s bail reform legislation, a meaningful step toward safer communities and stronger support for small businesses. But real change means action at every level: bail reform, chronic offender programs & stronger local enforcement.
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Costumes parades and treats, oh my! Your BIAs are never short on ideas when it comes to embracing the spooky season.
👻 @cambievillage
👻 @downtowncourtenay
👻 @downtownpoco
👻 @dunbar_village
📸 @shopwest4th
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #supportsmall #smallbusiness #bcsmallbusiness #supportlocalbc

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Tired of high fees and confusing contracts? @lucidpayments offers wholesale rates, transparent billing, and real Canadian support. Whether you're online, in-store, or mobile, they simplify your payment processing.
BIABC member businesses also receive a discount on terminal rentals. Head to ...

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The Business Improvement Areas of British Columbia (BIABC) says the federal government’s announcement of forthcoming bail reform legislation and new policing investments represents a step in the right direction to address rising crime and public safety concerns affecting communities and ...

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We wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Diwali and many #light filled moments in the year ahead! 🎊
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal #supportsmall #smallbusiness #bcsmallbusiness #supportlocalbc #diwali

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Creating partnerships
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