Hey BC, Let’s Celebrate BIA Week!

Celebrating 35 Years of BIAs Across BC! Join Us for BC BIA Week – April 13 to 19

This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate 35 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. The collaboration between merchants, community members, and government has helped business areas across BC adapt to economic challenges and come out stronger together.

✨ BC BIA WEEK GIVEAWAY! ✨

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

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

✨ SPREAD THE WORD✨

Want to help us celebrate?

BIA Week Graphics – Download social graphics to share on your channels and show your support for local businesses.

Campaign Outline  – Get the full rundown on BC BIA Week, including key messages, important dates, and ideas to get involved.Let’s make this BIA Week the most BIAutiful one yet!

 ✨ 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