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.

2023 BIABC Conference

Public Safety

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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Happy Wednesday! Let's take a moment to marvel at this beauty.
Sunset Plaza on Fraser and 48th Ave. Go check it out! Art work by @marawrs. A place as diverse as it’s people brought to you by @sunseto ...

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Located in the Central Interior of British Columbia, @downtownwilliamslake serves as a hub for the Cariboo-Chilcotin region. We are situated at the intersection of Hwy 20 and Hwy 97, which means that ...

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Spooky season is upon us 👻 Why not kick it off with a little spooky BIA fun?
📍 @pointgreyvillage
Picnic in the Plaza | September 22
📍 @secheltdowntown
Oktoberfest | September 23
📍 @downtownvan
Fal ...

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You don't need to spend big to become an accessible workplace. Small but impactful changes can make all the difference.
Check out @smallbusinessbc's article on 5 Ways You Can Make Your Business More ...

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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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BIABC is disappointed with the announcement made yesterday regarding #CEBA. Small businesses in BC continue to face compounding pressures that are threatening their survival and we needed a stronger r ...

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📣 @bcchamberofcom is conducting a survey to gauge the effects of employer-paid sick leave, Employer Health Tax, and minimum wage increases on businesses. Make your voice heard and shape advocacy effor ...

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It's Disability Employment Month, a chance to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce & the employers/communities who support their success.
Looking for ways to see ...

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BIABC represents, supports and advocates for the #smallbusiness neighbourhoods in our 70+ BIAs throughout BC.
✨ We advocate for business communities, implement community events, street enhancements, ...

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How about some colourful squares to cap off back -to-school week?
📍 @burnabyheights
📍 @summermovienightsvan
📍 @exploresidney
📍 @marpolevillage
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#BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlo ...

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Creating partnerships
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