Member Resources
Supporting Our
Members’ Success
If your business is located in Downtown Yonge, you’re automatically a member! This gives you access to a slew of programs, services & assistance from the Downtown Yonge BIA team. We’re here to help, whether you are looking for information on government funding opportunities, sponsorship opportunities, or up-to-date data on the neighbourhood.
Member package
Whether you’ve been a member of the Downtown Yonge BIA for years, or just opened your doors last week, our member package boasts a multitude of resources and information helpful to your day-to-day operations.
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Perks of being a member of the downtown yonge bia
We have a dedicated team of people passionate about the downtown Yonge St neighbourhood ready to help you ensure the success of your business. Explore the different departments we have below.
Full-time clean streets team
From sidewalk snow removal to graffiti removal, our Clean Streets Team are out 7 days a week to ensure the neighbourhood is looking clean and inviting.
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On-Street Issues Reporting
If you see an on-street issue such as a broken light post, let our team know and we can fix it!
Check out our issues reporting page
free workshops and webinars
The Downtown Yonge BIA is always looking for new ways to bolster our members’ capacity through new trainings and seminars.
Check them out here
neighbourhood street outreach team
Our Community Engagement Team is a unique outreach team that provides rapid-response support and intervention for non-violent crisis situations in member businesses, as well as traditional street outreach services.
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year-round activations & events
There is always something going on in Downtown Yonge, including our slate of over 60 events + activations throughout the neighbourhood, attracting visitors and residents alike to our eclectic, vibrant community!
Check out our events calendar
up-to-date neighbourhood analytics
Our extensive data portfolio gives members access to insights into visitors, traffic flows, office occupancy and more! Some data resources include:
- Bi-weekly traffic flow updates
- Bi-annual economic update
- Access to data from our 24/7 traffic counting system
Check out our Research page for a sample of our data
additional exposure for your business
As a member of the Downtown Yonge BIA, you gain access to our nearly 20,000 followers across various social media platforms where you can share promotions, latest happenings from your business and more!
The BIA also boasts more than 2,000 e-newsletter recipients, giving your business more opportunities to reach broader audiences.
Don’t forget we also have our extensive business directory, which showcases all Downtown Yonge members have to offer!
an advocate for your concerns
Our staff advocate municipally, provincially and federally for our members’ concerns, ensuring the business community’s voice is heard.
Webinars & workshops
Available to Downtown Yonge BIA members only, these webinars and workshops are part of our commitment to ensuring our members are equipped with the tools and information they need to make better decisions in their businesses. Explore the different topics available below.
Situational Awareness for Businesses and their Employees
Presented by the Toronto Police Service
These sessions will explore personal safety, situational awareness and keeping yourself safe in all circumstances.
This 90 minute webinar presented by PC Anthony Lamanna from 52 Division, Toronto Police Service will focus on personal safety, whether you are walking, taking transit, driving or in a business. We will also discuss strategies for managing confrontations or in challenging spaces.
Dates:
February 28, 2024, 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
June 11, 2024, 9:30 am – 11:00 am
(registration information below)
September 05, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Safety-by-Design for Businesses & Property Owners
Presented by the Toronto Police Service
Are you looking for ways to enhance the safety of your business or property? Safeguard against theft, break and enters, and vandalism?
This 90min webinar presented by Sgt. Henry Dyck from the Neighbourhood Community Office at 51 Division of the Toronto Police Service will focus on smart strategies for building and business safety planning, as well as look at some of the crime trends in the neighbourhood.
Dates:
April 23, 2024, 10:00am-11:30am
August 15, 2024, 1:30pm-3:00pm
(registration information coming soon)
November 07, 2024, 2:30pm-4:00pm
Toronto Visitor Economy Update
Presented by Destination Toronto
Gain insights during this 30 minute webinar about the state of the tourism industry in Toronto and current trends seen in the visitor economy.
This session will include a brief presentation by Andrew Weir, Executive Vice President, Destination Development for Destination Toronto, followed by a Q&A.
Date:
February 22, 2024, 12:30 pm- 1:00 pm
Downtown Yonge Economic Update- Q4 2023
Presented by the Downtown Yonge BIA
Learn more about the state of the Downtown Yonge economy through our pre-recorded webinar. This 10 minute presentation details changes in pedestrian flows, retail vacancy information, office occupancy and more.
De-Escalation for Streetfront Retailers
Presented by the City of Toronto
In this webinar, we’ll explore using supportive communication and de-escalation skills with individuals who may be displaying agitated behaviours in your business.
get in touch and get the most out of your Downtown Yonge BIA Membership
Our team is here to help you succeed and we are always looking for new ways to engage with our members!
Get to know our team and learn more about our services.
