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We periodically post news and updates here. Please check back often to see what’s happening the world of BIAs in the City of Toronto.

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Federal Investment Strengthens Support for BIAs

December 15 | News

December 15 | News

TABIA welcomes today’s federal announcement of new funding to support small businesses, main streets, and Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) across Toronto and southern Ontario. The Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario …

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TABIA Celebrates CEO John Kiru on Receiving Lifetime Achievement Award

December 12 | News

December 12 | News

The Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA) is pleased to congratulate Chief Executive Officer John Kiru on being awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Outstanding Canadian Academy. This distinguished honour recognizes John’s exceptional contributions to …

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2025 BIA Recognition Awards

December 11 | News

December 11 | News

On December 2, leaders, volunteers, and community partners from across Toronto came together for the 13th Annual TABIA and City of Toronto BIA Recognition Awards. This celebration was an evening dedicated to recognizing the people who are …

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Celebrating 55 Years of BIAs

For 55 years, Business Improvement Areas (BIA) have been at the heart of our city’s evolution. BIAs shape vibrant main streets, strengthen local economies, and bring neighbourhood identities to life. What began as a bold, community-driven idea …

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