Riverside BIA Member Services at a Glance – ways we help grow the neighbourhood and your business:

  • Media profile via Riverside Weekly E-news (sign up at the bottom of our homepage), blogs, news releases, news outlets (e.g. Snapd, blogTO, NOW)
  • Profile via Social Media: Riverside BIA Twitter: @riversideBIA, Facebook: /RiversideTO, Instagram: riverside_bia – join the conversation using #RiversideTO
  • Online Directory of Riverside Businesses and Community Services
  • Marketing the area & your business through community events (e.g. Riverside Common markets)
  • Weekly Graffiti Removal (up to 10ft back from the curb along Queen St E)
  • Seasonal decoration/programming (e.g. Window Wonderland) and neighbourhood enhancements (e.g. banners, Bridge lighting)
  • Community streetscape enhancements (e.g. public art) and partnership with City of Toronto on Streetscape elements (e.g. tree pits, bicycle racks, transit shelters, benches)
  • Capital Infrastructure projects (e.g. Bridge lighting, Banners) and access to Grants (e.g. Façade Improvement Grant, Mural Grant)
  • Strong connection to local MP, MPP and Councillor offices
  • Grant opportunities (e.g. City of Toronto Commercial Facade Grant)
  • Value added Community partnerships (e.g. TABIA)
  • Corporate Discounts for BIA members (e.g. Staples advantage membershipTourism Toronto membershipZipcar), everyday great rates from recommended printers (MLB,Tristone), flyer delivery services (ReliableBlunt)
  • Opportunity to get involved in your community through Committees and the Board of Directors

Online Resources/guidelines for your business:

Don’t know if you are a Riverside BIA member? Check out our boundaries map or contact us