MEMBER NEWS UPDATE: BIA FLOWERS MAY 7, VOTE FOR A BIA-WIDE PROMOTION IN JUNE?, SUMMERLICIOUS DEADLINE MAY 6
Member News & Updates
Upcoming Opportunities for BIA Member Businesses
Saturday, May 7
The BIA will be handing out fresh flowers to shoppers visiting the village (while supplies last). Remaining flowers will be distributed to businesses who have made requests. These flowers are courtesy of the BIA to enhance the shopping experience in our village. Thanks for participating!
Friday June 17 through Sunday June 19
Would you participate in a BIA-WIDE Promotion the Weekend of June 17-19
HURRY!Last chance! Summerlicious 2022 application deadline extended to May 6
There is no fee for restaurants to participate and restaurants have greater flexibility to set menus and price points this year. Find more details and apply today at Toronto.ca/licious.
Amplified Live Music on Patios program expands (includingWard 4 Bloor West Village)
The City of Toronto announced that its Amplified Live Music on Patios pilot program has been expanded this year. Running from May through November 2022, the program allows amplified live music on CaféTO patios to add energy and vitality to participating main streets. Find more information about the program.
Tourism Relief Fund provides support for tourism businesses and organizations
The Tourism Relief Fund provides financial support for tourism businesses and not-for-profit organizations to adapt their operations and facilitate growth by creating new or enhanced tourism experiences and products. Learn more about eligibility and apply by May 15.
De-escalation training available for street-front retailers
York Entrepreneurship Development Institute offers tuition-free diploma program
York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI) is offering a new diploma program designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners and their employees. Available tuition-free to qualifying Canadian residents, the diploma program starts program in September 2022. Learn more and apply before the May 30 deadline.
DMZ's Future of Sport Lab incubator program accepting applications
