OBIAA (Ontario BIA Association)

OBIAA (Ontario BIA Association) The Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) is the network for Ontario’s Main Streets and BIAs.

Since 2001, we’ve helped communities thrive by building capacity, providing resources, and advocating for vibrant, resilient Main Streets. OBIAA is the network that represents unique and vibrant BIAs across Ontario. The Association supports and advocates on behalf of its members through the building and nurturing of strong relationships and partnerships. OBIAA is a leader in the development and sharing of information, tools, resources and best practices, and is the ONE voice on common issues.

Big news for Ontario's rural Main Streets! 🎊OBIAA has been awarded $79,583 from the Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs to...
06/23/2026

Big news for Ontario's rural Main Streets! 🎊

OBIAA has been awarded $79,583 from the Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs to launch Main Street Advantage: Building Rural Competitiveness - a new initiative built by and for the BIAs that keep our rural communities thriving.

This project was inspired by the incredible work happening on Main Streets across Ontario every day. We can't wait to get started. 🙌

Thank you to the Honourable Lisa Thompson, Minister of Rural Affairs, for this investment in rural Ontario.

No trip around Ontario is complete without a souvenir from a local producer! 🛍️Maple syrup from Pakenham to Indigenous a...
06/22/2026

No trip around Ontario is complete without a souvenir from a local producer! 🛍️
Maple syrup from Pakenham to Indigenous art from Nepean, the list goes on. ✨

By shopping local, you keep money circulating within the community, support jobs and create a resilient economy. 💪

Consumer Protection Ontario
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming

🤝 Connection and collaboration are essential to strong Main Streets.OBIAA continues to support BIAs through professional...
06/22/2026

🤝 Connection and collaboration are essential to strong Main Streets.

OBIAA continues to support BIAs through professional development, networking opportunities, and shared learning experiences that help communities grow stronger together.

From peer learning to strategic conversations, these opportunities help build the capacity of Ontario’s Main Streets.

Our 2026 PD Day will take place Tuesday, September 29 in Burlington, ON!

Hosted by both the Burlington Downtown BIA and the Aldershot Village BIA, join us as we explore the power of partnerships and the impact of thoughtful placemaking. From collaboration between BIAs to designing inclusive spaces and experiences, this day will offer practical ideas and inspiration you can take back to your community. The evening prior will offer opportunities for connection, learning, and fellowship through curated activities in Downtown Burlington.

📅 September 29, 2026
📍 The Waterfront Hotel, Burlington

👉 Register today to secure your spot!

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🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day 🧡Today, on June 21, we recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, tradition...
06/21/2026

🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day 🧡

Today, on June 21, we recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Ontario and throughout Canada.

Main Streets and downtowns exist on Indigenous lands and continue to be places of gathering, storytelling, culture, entrepreneurship, and community connection. Across Ontario, Indigenous artists, creators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders contribute to vibrant and thriving local economies while sharing knowledge, culture, and traditions that strengthen our communities.

National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to reflect, learn, and listen — and to continue building respectful relationships grounded in reconciliation and understanding.

We encourage communities to support Indigenous-owned businesses, attend local events and celebrations, and take time to learn about the Indigenous Peoples and territories where they live and work.

💙 Celebrating Father’s Day on Ontario’s Main StreetsToday, we recognize the fathers, father figures, caregivers, and loc...
06/21/2026

💙 Celebrating Father’s Day on Ontario’s Main Streets

Today, we recognize the fathers, father figures, caregivers, and local business owners who help keep our communities strong.

From family-run shops and restaurants to service providers and entrepreneurs, fathers play an important role in shaping the welcoming, vibrant Main Streets that connect our communities.

This Father’s Day, consider shopping local, grabbing a coffee, enjoying a meal, or finding the perfect gift right on your Main Street. ☕🛍️

Supporting local businesses helps support the people who make our communities feel like home. 💙

Happy Father’s Day from OBIAA!

☀️ Summer on Main Street Starts HereAcross Ontario, BIAs are bringing communities together with a season full of energy,...
06/18/2026

☀️ Summer on Main Street Starts Here

Across Ontario, BIAs are bringing communities together with a season full of energy, creativity, and connection.

From vibrant night markets to live music, sidewalk sales, food festivals, and patio activations, summer events transform Main Streets into places where people gather, explore, and support local.

These moments do more than create great experiences — they:
✨ Drive foot traffic to local businesses
✨ Support small business growth
✨ Strengthen community connections
✨ Showcase the unique identity of each main street

Behind every event is a BIA working to create welcoming, dynamic spaces that keep our downtowns thriving all season long.

🌻 This summer, explore a local BIA, attend an event, and experience the impact firsthand.

🌊 Why Burlington? Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Burlington is home to two unique BIAs that demonstrate how coll...
06/17/2026

🌊 Why Burlington? Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Burlington is home to two unique BIAs that demonstrate how collaboration, partnerships, and placemaking can strengthen local communities.

Join us this September to experience Burlington firsthand and connect with colleagues from across Ontario.

Register today: https://obiaa.com/2026-professional-development-day/

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Ensuring Everyone Has a Place to Call HomeEvery person deserves a safe place to call home. Homelessness isn't just a dow...
06/17/2026

Ensuring Everyone Has a Place to Call Home

Every person deserves a safe place to call home. Homelessness isn't just a downtown issue - it's a human one, with ripple effects that touch communities, families, and Main Streets across Ontario. That's why OBIAA proudly supports the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Big City Mayors' Caucus Vibrant Downtowns initiative and its call for $3.5B annually in Housing First solutions, deeply affordable housing, and the coordinated mental health and addictions supports that help people find and keep stable housing. When people are housed and supported, whole communities are stronger. 🏘️

"Indwell has become an important part of the fabric of Old East Village. Their supportive housing model goes far beyond simply providing a roof over someone's head. By combining affordable housing with on-site supports, wellness programs, and community-building opportunities, they help people achieve greater stability, independence, and a sense of belonging. Their work demonstrates that when housing and support services are integrated, lives can be transformed and communities become stronger." - Kevin Morrison, Executive Director, Old East Village BIA

Looking to get involved at OBIAA? Our Strategic Planning Committees are always looking for members!Help shape the work w...
06/16/2026

Looking to get involved at OBIAA? Our Strategic Planning Committees are always looking for members!

Help shape the work we do by joining a Committee and contributing to strengthening Main Streets across Ontario.

We have six standing Committees:
📣 Advocacy
💬 Communications
🏫 Membership & Education
💰 Finance & Governance
🌟 Conference
🏆 Awards

Contact [email protected] to find out how you can get involved!

Address

4996 Beam Street
Beamsville, ON
L0R1B0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19052717222

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