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What is a BIA?
The Mirvish Village BIA is one of 73 BIAs in Toronto, and was officially designated in 2005. A Business Improvement Area is an association of property owners, business operators and commercial tenants, within a specified area, who work in partnership with all levels of government to enhance their business area. Support of BIAs is provided by the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA), which is the umbrella organization for BIAs.
The Mirvish Village BIA is managed by an appointed Board of Management of six area volunteers and the two local councillors. One part-time staff person manages the day to day operation of the BIA.
A BIA allows local business people and property owners to join together to:
- improve and enhance the design, safety and security features of the area
- act as the voice of the community with government
- beautify and maintain the streets and buildings within the BIA
- promote Mirvish Village as a business and destination area
- support local business
- liaise with the community through newsletters and special events
