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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In the past few weeks, we’ve been actively engaging with media outlets in response to our February 19 news release, which supported the rise of nationalism and local merchants, while cautioning against potential unintended consequences for businesses. Media coverage included ...

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Introducing our Tuesday Keynote 📣 Chris Fields, Principal at Rynic will be challenging you to think differently about what you do and what you can do to elevate your community, workplace, and your daily life.
Chris is an informative, entertaining, ...

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@shopmapleridge is seeking an exceptional Executive Director to lead their mission of revitalizing one of Vancouver's most exciting neighbourhoods.
📅 Apply by: March 31, 2025
📄 Learn more and apply: Their website via our bio
📍@shopmapleridge
🏷️ #BIABC #shopsmall #shoplocal #eatlocal #supportlocal ...

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Meet @shipyardsdistrict, North Shore's oldest neighbourhood, steeped in history and bursting with boutiques, restaurants, cafés and breweries that truly capture the unique spirit and community of the North Shore.
⚡ est. 2016
⚡ +800 businesses & properties
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗜𝗔𝘀 ✨ Our ...

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T-MINUS 30 DAYS! Who's ready for our annual conference in beautiful North Vancouver?
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🛏️ Reminder, today's the last day to book the group rate for the conference at @pinnaclepierhotel
🎫 Register on-line for yourself or group (Groups of 3+ from ...

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We wish all celebrating #Holi this year much happiness, success & that the days ahead be painted with the bright colours of friendships, love & new growth! Celebrated by Hindus in BC & around the world; Holi marks the end ...

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LAST CHANCE! 👋🏼 Hi did you remember to book your room for our conference? The special conference rate ends tomorrow!
A LIMITED block of rooms has been held for the 2025 Conference. You can book your conference room now at ...

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Join @LOCOBC at their upcoming workshops and learn how to ride the "Buy Canada" wave: Discover your local impact, digital tools + local marketing strategies to leverage the "Buy Canada" moment.
Details:
📅 Mar 11 & Mar 13
📍 Online
🎟️ Free
🔗 Register ...

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As retaliatory tariffs set in, the Business Improvement Areas of BC (BIABC) had hoped for an innovative and responsive budget from the Province of BC. Unfortunately, Budget 2025 fails to provide meaningful support for small and medium-sized businesses to ensure ...

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Membership has it's benefits!
Join today. Members of BIABC receive:
🌐 Province-wide (and beyond) networking with peer members
📈 Promotion of your BIA on the BIABC website
📰 BIABC e-newsletter
🤝 Advocacy on provincial issues vital to BIAs and your members
🔗 Access to local and ...

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