by Kelly Weiss | Jun 15, 2026 | News & Updates
In every great neighbourhood, there are signs that people care. You see it in vibrant main streets, clean sidewalks, welcoming patios, public art, flower baskets, local shops, and gathering places that bring people together. You feel it in safe, animated streets where...
by Kelly Weiss | Jun 8, 2026 | BIA News, News & Updates
This 613 Day, Ottawa turns the page on 200 years — so let’s pack the patios. On June 8, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe declared June 13 — 6/13, our area code — officially Ottawa Day, or 613 Day. It lands squarely in a milestone year: Ottawa’s 200th, a citywide...
by Kelly Weiss | Jun 2, 2026 | News & Updates
Ottawa’s Finance and Corporate Services Committee has approved both the proposed expansion of the Preston Street BIA and the formation of a new Cyrville BIA. The Preston Street BIA’s expanded boundaries will bring 39 new commercial properties and 164...
by Kelly Weiss | May 20, 2026 | News & Updates
Yesterday morning, OCOBIA welcomed City Staff, Councillors, and Mayor Mark Sutcliffe to City Hall for a networking reception alongside Ottawa’s Business Improvement Areas — a chance to connect, celebrate the work happening across our mainstreets, and continue...
by Kelly Weiss | Dec 17, 2025 | Business, News & Updates
During the holiday season, BIAs promote BUY LOCAL to support our local businesses and economy. We are proud to join hashtag#Ottawa’s Economic Development partners Ottawa Board of Trade Ottawa Tourism Invest Ottawa and City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa in this...
by Kelly Weiss | Oct 3, 2025 | BIA News, News & Updates
The Glebe BIA has partnered with local cafés to draw more visitors to the neighbourhood. Each Wednesday in October, residents and visitors can enjoy free coffee at participating locations, including Little Victories Coffee Co. on Bank Street. The initiative is part of...
