Hey BC, Let’s Celebrate BIA Week!

Celebrating 37 Years of BIAs Across BC! 

Join Us for BIA Week – April 13 to 19

This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate 37 years of BC Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) and the vibrant local businesses that make BC communities the places we love to eat, shop, explore and connect.

From small towns to city neighbourhoods, local businesses are the heart of our communities—and BIAs play a vital role in supporting them, through advocacy, street enhancements, promotions, community events and much more.

The collaboration between merchants, community members, and government has helped business areas across BC adapt to economic challenges and come out stronger together, as we continually strive to make positive impacts in the areas we serve.

Special thanks to Premier David Eby and Mayor Ken Sim and their teams, for BIA Week proclamations, and commemorating this occasion! 

Please see below for BIA Week activities and various ways to celebrate all things B-I-Amazing! 

✨ BIA WEEK GIVEAWAY! ✨

We’re giving away $250 in prizes, including gift cards from fantastic business areas and merchants throughout the city!

Here’s how to enter:

• Post on Instagram using the hashtag #BIAWEEK between April 13–19.
• Show off your favourite local spots, shout out your go-to businesses, or share a snap from your BIA neighbourhood!
• Bonus Entry: Submit your info here for an extra chance to win.

✨ SPREAD THE WORD✨

Let’s celebrate the places, people, and partnerships that make our local business areas so BIAutiful!

BIA Week Graphics – Download graphics to share on your channels and show your support for local businesses and B-I-Amazing initiatives! 

Campaign Outline  – Check out our short and sweet outline with sample messaging and themes to celebrate each day of the week!

✨ BIABC CONFERENCE - APRIL 13 to 16 ✨ 

If you're attending the BIABC Conference in Vancouver, April 13th to 16th, please visit our BIA Week booth, and enter to win our conference prize draw for conference delegates! 

 ✨ ABOUT BIAS ✨

Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) have been working since 1989 to support and promote thriving commercial districts throughout British Columbia. Representing over 70 BIAs across the province, the Business Improvement Areas of BC (BIABC) helps build strong communities by encouraging local investment, economic development, and collaboration between business owners, property owners, and local governments.From beautification and placemaking to safety and events, BIAs bring neighbourhoods to life—and help ensure they remain vibrant places to live, work, and visit.To learn more about BC BIAs and how they support your local area, visit bia.bc.ca