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Fall Newsletter 2024

POSTED ON September 20, 2024 BY Hayley James

BIA Wraps Up Summer 2024 Initiatives

This year, the BIA focused on enhancing experiences for both our members and the neighbourhood through a variety of engaging initiatives. These initiatives focused on showcasing local businesses and activating community spaces that fostered connection and collaboration.

This summer the BIA launched:

Ongoing initiatives include:


Submit Taylor Swift-Inspired Events

The BIA and Destination Toronto are collecting information about Taylor Swift-inspired activities, events, and attractions in Toronto, leading up to the Eras Tour concert in November 2024.

By submitting your content, it may be featured on the Taylor Swift microsite or in other marketing and PR initiatives.

Contact Hayley.


Save the Date: 2024 Annual General Meeting

Toronto Downtown West BIA members are invited to attend this year’s annual general meeting and reception.

Location: TIFF Lightbox, 350 King St. W., Toronto, ON M5V 3X5

Date: October 30, 2024

Time:

3:30 PM – Registration

4:00 PM – Meeting & Formal Business, Cinema 3

5:00 PM – Cocktails & Canapés, TIFF Lounge

All commercial property owners and their commercial tenants within the Toronto Downtown West BIA are welcome to attend.


Toronto Police Launches New Safety Initiative

Project Magnify is a three-month pilot that started on August 1, 2024, aimed at increasing police visibility in several Toronto neighbourhoods. Officers in Divisions 14, along with the Public Safety Response Team, will wear “Guardian Angel” lights on their uniforms. Police vehicles will also have the ability to activate static red and blue lights on their rooftop light bars to enhance visibility. This initiative aims to improve officer safety, deter criminal activity, and create more opportunities for community engagement, ultimately fostering trust and stronger relationships with residents.

Learn More.


Member Opportunity: Holiday Guide

As part of our ongoing efforts to support and promote our members, the BIA is creating a Holiday Guide. The program will provide a range of promotional opportunities through contesting, influencer campaigns, and features on our website.

If you have any holiday-related gifts, events, or special offers, please contact Hayley James at hjames@tdwbia.ca with the following information:

  • Name of Business
  • Contact Information
  • Promotion Details

Contact Hayley.


Important Notice for King St. W. CaféTO Operators

CaféTO removal date is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

This is for the locations that will not be renewing their locations for the winter months.  Crews will be on-site to pick up the traffic safety equipment in the curb lane on this date. Please note, the removal date is subject to change due to unexpected weather, road emergencies or any other delay beyond our control. 

CaféTO curb lane café permit holders are also being informed directly by Transportation Services about their removal date. 

Operators must remove all café items, including tables, chairs, equipment, furnishings, fencing and platforms from the curb lane by this date and time. Private café items left in the curb lane after this date will be removed and may be disposed of without notice. The City may charge the permit holder the cost of removing private items left on the road. Please refer to the CaféTO Guidebook (page 9) for additional information.

Contact CaféTO.


New to the District

Civil Works (Waterworks Food Hall) – 50 Brant St.

Juno Veterinary King West – 543 Richmond St. W.

King Taps King West – 620 King St. W.

L’Avenue (The Well) – 433 Wellington St. W.

Lano (The Ritz-Carlton) – 181 Wellington St. W.

Mott 32 – 190 University Ave.

Nobu Toronto – 25 Mercer St.

Revery Toronto Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton – 92 Peter St.


Earls King West Discount for Members

BIA members are invited to enjoy a discount at Earls Kitchen + Bar. Receive $15 off your purchase of $50 or more, available Monday to Friday from open until 2:00 PM. Click here to download the image.


Waterworks Food Hall Discount for Members

BIA members are invited to enjoy a discount at Waterworks Food Hall. Choose from 12 restaurants in a single order and receive 10% off orders of $100-$199 or 20% off orders of $200 or more. Click here for details and discount codes.


Opportunity for Community Support

The BIA is committed to the well-being of our community and continues to work with levels of government and community stakeholders to find urgent solutions for unhoused individuals. The following opportunities to support the City in these efforts are available to BIA members:

  • Accommodations
  • Donations
  • Employment Opportunities

If you are interested in supporting or have any questions, contact Mike.


Road Closures & Event Notices

York On-Ramp Construction – Gardiner Expressway Fall Maintenance Closure

  • Date: September 20 – 23
  • Location: York On-Ramp to westbound Gardiner Expressway
  • Attachment: More Information.

The Bentway Conservancy Dominoes

Nuit Blanche 2024

Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half-Marathon & 5K Race

Santa Clause Parade & Holly Jolly Fun Run

See All Road Closures


Conferences & Conventions

2024 ASBMR Annual Meeting

  • Date: September 27 – 30
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 2,500

Canadian Tire Dealer Show 2024

  • Date: September 28 – 29
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 2,200

PRI Digital Conference 2024

  • Date: October 8 – 10
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 3,000

AdvaMed MedTech Conference

  • Date: October 15 – 17
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 3,000

Art Toronto 2024

  • Date: October 24 – 27
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 5,000

National Women’s Show 2024

  • Date: November 8  – 10
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 10,000

CN Tower Climb for United Way

  • Date: November 9  – 10
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 5,000

ServiceNow World Forum 2024

  • Date: November 13
  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Attendance: 1,400

See All Conferences & Conventions