Good Afternoon BIA Folks, I just wanted to clarify how the Taste registration and associated fees work - we have some new BIA members who aren't familiar with the process. Registration packages will be delivered to our BIA members; however, you only need to register and pay the fee ($1,000 for food service; $200 for retail) if you decide to activate on the sidewalk in front of your business. If you keep all activities solely within your business, you do…

Good Morning BIA Folks, We're halfway through April and are so looking forward to the warm summer months. We have a number of activations planned. Here is an overview in chronological order (including Taste in Aug.). May Once again CafeTO patios will be installed on the Danforth section of our BIA including our two BIA parkettes. The city is aiming to have the installations done by the May long weekend (hopefully). June BD Beats: Our annual BD Beats outdoor summer…

Hi BIA Folks, I'm reaching out on behalf of Councillor Fletcher. She is wondering if any of you have been in business for 50 years. I know we have some multi-year businesses but I'm not sure if anyone has reached the 50 year mark. If you have, can you please let me know. Thanks,Susan

Good Morning Broadview Danforth BIA members, Below is an invitation from the Danforth Music Hall. They are offering you and a guest complimentary tickets to their Friday, April 10th performance. Full details are below. Dear neighbours of the Danforth Music Hall, We would like to invite you to a special evening of Jazz music with singer songwriter Madeleine Peyroux. She is performing on Friday April 10, 2026. If you are interested in this special offer, please send an email to …

Good Afternoon All, The City of Toronto has released new dates for its Level 1 and Level 2 de-escalation training for you and your staff. These sessions have been offered before and some of you have taken them and reported back that they were helpful. If you haven't done a session or need a refresher I encourage you and your staff to register. Please note: You can only take Level 2 after completing Level 1. Attached is the full information,…

Good Morning All, I just received the notice from the City that the Greek Independence Parade will take place this coming Sunday, March 29. The Danforth will be closed from Donlands to Broadview from approximately noon to 4pm. Thanks, Susan