Valley Alive

05/06/2026

Succession Planning for Small Business -
Thursday, June 18 | 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Selling your business is one of the most important decisions you will make. Ideal for established entrepreneurs, participants will learn how taking the right early steps can help transition your business on your terms.
This workshop will offer insights into:
• Timeline planning
• Business pricing strategies
• How to minimize tax liabilities and expenses
• Exit options
The session will be led by Mark Jamieson, Small Business Officer of the Orangeville and Area Small Business Enterprise Centre.
Reserve your spot at: https://calendar.orangeville.ca/business/Detail/2026-06-18-0900-Succession-Planning-for-Small-Business

03/12/2026

Free Movie Matinee - Sunday, April 19th @ 3:00 p.m. Grand Valley and District Community Centre. Hosted by Grand Valley BIA and Compass Community Church. Free Popcorn and refreshments.

03/12/2026

Now is the time to start planning for Summer Camp. Registration is now open for the 2026 Grand Valley Summer Day Camp programs.

☀️ Grand Valley Summer Camp Registration is Open! ☀️

Don’t miss out on an exciting summer of fun, friends, and adventure! Camp will be running all 10 weeks of summer. Full 5-day weeks for $200 and 4-day holiday weeks for $165.

New this year: Optional camp-provided lunches are available! Skip the daily lunch packing and let us handle it. More details on the registration site.
🍎 5-day weeks: $50 🥪 4-day weeks: $40

Register here: https://grandvalley.perfectmind.com/SocialSite/MemberRegistration/MemberSignIn

03/04/2026

🌸 Hop on Main in Grand Valley! 🌸
Hop, skip, and jump into spring at the Grand Valley BIA Hop on Main event! Join us on Saturday, April 4th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Grand Valley for a fun-filled morning that’ll put a spring in your step! 🐰💐
Bring the whole family and enjoy: ✨ Easter egg hunts (with a twist!) 🎨 Crafts & games for the little ones 🍪 Delicious local treats to satisfy your cravings 🛍️ Unique shopping from our fantastic downtown vendors 🎉 And so much more!
Come for the fun, stay for the memories – it’s the perfect way to celebrate spring with your community. 🌷
See you there, hopping into the season with us! 🐣🌼

02/18/2026

All programs are cancelled today due to inclement weather. Stay safe everyone.

11/23/2025

Reminder - today at 3p.m. at the Grand Valley Community Centre Compass Church and Grand Valley BIA will be kicking off the holiday season with a free movie matinee of Home Alone. Get the family together and come and enjoy a free movie, popcorn and drinks.

🎄🎬 Free Christmas Movie Matinee! 🎬🎄
Kick off the holiday season with us! 🎅✨
Join Compass Church and the Grand Valley BIA for a FREE Christmas Movie Matinee featuring the classic family favorite “Home Alone”! 🍿🎁
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23rd
🕒 Time: 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Grand Valley Community Centre
Bring your family and friends, grab some popcorn, and get ready for an afternoon full of laughter, Christmas spirit, and community fun! ❤️
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎅🎄

11/20/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Cheer Alert! ✨🎄

A BIG, jolly thank you to Grand Valley Home Hardware for their wonderfully generous donation of Christmas lights for our Tree Lighting Ceremony happening Saturday, November 22nd at the Elizabeth Taylor Pavilion! Your generosity is helping our town shine bright this holiday season. 💡❤️

An equally merry shout-out to Wilson Electric for their fantastic work installing the lights — thanks for making our tree glow with holiday magic! 🌟🔌

And of course, a warm and festive thank you to the Grand Valley Lions Club and the Grand Valley BIA for hosting this beloved community event. Your dedication brings the whole town together! 🎅🎁

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with everyone! 🎄✨

11/12/2025

🎄✨ It’s that magical time of year again! ✨🎄

Join us for the Grand Valley Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 22nd at 6:30 PM at Elizabeth Taylor Park!

🎶 Calling all carollers — bring your holiday cheer and voices!
🎁 Kids, don’t forget to bring an ornament to hang on the tree!

Enjoy some hot chocolate and coffee while we officially kick off the Christmas season.

Let’s light up the night together! 💫
Hosted by the BIA and Grand Valley Lions 🦁

11/04/2025

🎄🎬 Free Christmas Movie Matinee! 🎬🎄
Kick off the holiday season with us! 🎅✨
Join Compass Church and the Grand Valley BIA for a FREE Christmas Movie Matinee featuring the classic family favorite “Home Alone”! 🍿🎁
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23rd
🕒 Time: 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Grand Valley Community Centre
Bring your family and friends, grab some popcorn, and get ready for an afternoon full of laughter, Christmas spirit, and community fun! ❤️
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎅🎄

10/24/2025

Grand Valley BIA is reminding you Masquerade on Main will be held downtown from 11 am to 2p.m. on Saturday, October 25th. Free Kids Crafting will also be taking place at the Elizabeth Taylor Pavilion during this time. Happy Trick or Treating from the BIA Board.