Business Improvement Areas
About BIAs
A Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a group of businesses, within a defined geographic area, that work together on local improvements and promote local economic development . Established by municipal bylaw under the Municipal Government Act of Alberta and the BIA Regulation, BIAs are funded by an annual tax which is collected from the area’s businesses by The City and transferred to the BIA board of directors.
BIA purpose
- Improving, beautifying, and maintaining property in the business improvement area
- Developing, improving and maintaining public parking
- Promoting the business improvement area as a business or shopping area.
BIA roles
- BIAs enhance vibrancy and have helped create some of Calgary's best known and most loved neighborhoods.
- BIAs provide input and advocate for policies and planning that support local economic development and vitality.
- BIAs invest in promotion, special events, maintenance, and streetscape improvements within these areas.
- BIAs work collaboratively with The City in delivery of municipal services, operational issues, and strategic planning to support these areas.
Active BIA Change in Boundaries (Expansion) Requests
Three BIAs have requested a change to their boundaries (expansion) in 2023.
Proposed 17th Avenue Retail & Entertainment District BIA Change in Boundaries
The City of Calgary has received a request from the 17th Avenue Retail & Entertainment District BIA to change (expand) its boundaries. Changing BIA boundaries is a decision made by City Council. As outlined in the Business Improvement Area Regulation, before City Council decides on the request to change a BIA’s boundaries, business owners within the BIA’s current and proposed boundaries must be given the opportunity to make representations to Council. The opportunity to do this is scheduled for:
City Council Meeting
- Date and time: October 3, 2023; meeting commencing at 9:30 a.m.
- Location: Council Chamber, Calgary Municipal Building, 800 Macleod Tr. S.E
- Website: Participate in public hearings of Council and committee (calgary.ca)
For more information about the proposed expansion, please see:
Contact the 17 Avenue Retail & Entertainment District BIA:
Proposed Crescent Heights Village BIA Change in Boundaries
The City of Calgary has received a request from the Crescent Heights Village BIA to change (expand) its boundaries. Changing BIA boundaries is a decision made by City Council. As outlined in the Business Improvement Area Regulation, before City Council decides on the request to change a BIA’s boundaries, business owners within the BIA’s current and proposed boundaries must be given the opportunity to make representations to Council. The opportunity to do this is scheduled for:
City Council Meeting
Date and time: October 3, 2023; meeting commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Location: Council Chamber, Calgary Municipal Building, 800 Macleod Tr. S.E
Website: Participate in public hearings of Council and committee (calgary.ca)
For more information about the proposed expansion, please see:
Contact the Crescent Heights Village BIA:
Proposed Marda Loop BIA Change in Boundaries
The City of Calgary has received a request from the Marda Loop BIA to change (expand) its boundaries. Changing BIA boundaries is a decision made by City Council. As outlined in the Business Improvement Area Regulation, before City Council decides on the request to change a BIA’s boundaries, business owners within the BIA’s current and proposed boundaries must be given the opportunity to make representations to Council. The opportunity to do this is scheduled for:
City Council Meeting
Date and Time: October 3, 2023; meeting commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Location: Council Chamber, Calgary Municipal Building, 800 Macleod Tr. S.E
Website: Participate in public hearings of Council and committee (calgary.ca)
For more information about the proposed expansion, please see:
Contact the Marda Loop BIA: