WHAT WE DO
What We Do
OUR CONSTITUTION
The Bloor-Yorkville BIA was created to develop and implement streetscape beautification and promotional programs to increase awareness and tourism in the area. These projects are financed through a levy applied to all businesses occupying commercial space, located within the geographical boundaries of the BIA. The administration of these programs and projects are the responsibility of the volunteer Board of Management and their staff.
OUR MANDATE
To improve, beautify and maintain municipally-owned lands, buildings, and structures beyond such improvement, beautification and maintenance provided by the City of Toronto. To promote the Bloor-Yorkville Business Improvement Area as a business and shopping destination.
MAJOR PROJECTS
The Bloor-Yorkville BIA has completed many projects under the leadership of the volunteer Board of Directors with the assistance of the BIA office staff. These projects add to the vibrancy and popularity of the neighbourhood, providing visitors with a welcoming experience. Noteworthy projects include:
• The addition of over 230 decorative light posts with seasonal hanging basket arrangements
• The transformation of the Bloor Street corridor with seasonal gardens, decorative lighting, mature trees and granite paving
• Refurbishing Yorkville Avenue with herringbone patterned paving, stones, new planters and benches
• The creation and management of successful annual events including the Yorkville Exotic Car Show and Holiday Magic. Event partnerships include Fleurs de Villes: Bloor-Yorkville, TD Toronto Jazz Festival, Constantine Yorkville Run, and Bloor Street Entertains.
• The creation of PR and social media campaigns to ensure locals and visitors are aware of what’s happening throughout the neighbourhood
The BIA regularly advocates on behalf of the community in order to mitigate issues, which could negatively impact business. New developments and anything that impacts traffic flow are a focus.