06/11/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 2026 Annual General Meeting last night at
Our AGM provides an opportunity to reflect on the past year, celebrate the progress being made in downtown Peterborough, and look ahead to the future of our organization.
We were honoured to hear remarks from Peterborough Police Chief Stuart Betts and Mayor Jeff Leal, who shared their perspectives on the importance of a vibrant, safe, and thriving downtown core.
We were also pleased to introduce our Board of Directors for the 2027–2030 term. With 8 nominations received for the Board of Directors, all positions are filled and confirmed by acclamation. These individuals will help guide our organization over the 2027-2030 term.
During the evening, we also took time to recognize and thank Sacha Lai-Svirk for her many years of dedicated service and leadership at the Peterborough DBIA. Sacha is a true downtown champion whose contributions have helped shape many of the initiatives, partnerships, and successes that have strengthened downtown Peterborough, and we are grateful for the lasting impact she has made on our organization and community.
A sincere thank you to our members, Board of Directors, community partners, and supporters who continue to invest their time, ideas, and energy into downtown Peterborough. Your engagement helps make our downtown a place where businesses can succeed and our community can thrive.
We would also like to recognize our outgoing Board members for their dedication and service, and thank the team at Market Hall for hosting us!
As we celebrate our 45th anniversary this year, we're proud of how far we've come and excited for what lies ahead. Here's to another year of collaboration, growth, and celebrating everything that makes downtown Peterborough special.
