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The Festival of South Asia returns to Toronto’s Little India neighbourhood.  Tasneem Bandukwala, Executive Director of Gerrard India Bazaar BIA, tells Jaden Lee-Lincoln about some of the exciting food, events and vendors involved.

New data is drawing attention to the pivotal role small businesses play in keeping their communities safe and vibrant. Global News Morning speaks with Teri Smith of the West End BIA about how BIAs are stepping up to fill critical gaps in public services.

Beaver fever has officially arrived in Toronto. The Great Beaver Quest is an interactive public art crawl featuring 51 uniquely painted beaver sculptures scattered throughout the Old Town Toronto neighbourhood. Liem speaks with Old Town Toronto BIA’s Robyn Posner, artist Charles Okah, and STEPS Program Director Anjuli Solanki about how the project combines public art,...

Global News Morning’s Liem Vu chats with STEPS’ Anjuli Solanki and Old Town Toronto BIA’s Robyn Posner about The Great Beaver Quest, a free public art scavenger hunt transforming Old Town Toronto with 51 larger-than-life beaver sculptures inspired by countries from around the world. The playful installation celebrates Toronto’s diversity while welcoming all the nations...

It’s been open for three months but ongoing work on the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge is continuing to impact downtown New Westminster businesses. Global News Morning speaks with Angelene Prakash of the Downtown New Westminster BIA about their concerns.

It’s the day Broadway area businesses have been bracing for. The next phase of the Broadway Subway Project is about to get underway and that means road closures and detours. We speak with Mount Pleasant BIA Executive Director Neil Wyles about the closures and appealing to the province for help.

Vancouver business owners impacted by subway construction along the Broadway corridor finally had a chance to raise their concerns directly with the province during a meeting with Transportation Minister Mike Farnworth. Global News Morning speaks with Neil Wyles of the Mount Pleasant BIA about that meeting and whether help is on the way.

Brenda Whitehead profiles businesses, entrepreneurs and events in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. This week: – The DBIA’s Holiday Passport is back – Studio 652, a new inclusive yoga and wellness space in Lakefield – Five Counties Children Centre is holding its Holiday Card Fundraiser – Chamber of Commerce seeks board members

The Mount Pleasant business community is holding a town hall meeting as it looks for a lifeline ahead of the next phase of the Broadway subway line extension. Mount Pleasant BIA Executive Director Neil Wyles speaks with Global News Morning about new road closures and restrictions coming in 2026, and what it means for area...

BC Buy Local Week has taken on even more importance in the face of the U.S. trade war. We speak with LOCO BC Founder Amy Robinson and West End BIA Executive Director Teri Smith about the economic challenges facing independent retailers, and why it’s so important to support and shop local.

The new year is going to bring more pain for businesses along the Broadway Subway corridor. Neil Wyles of the Mount Pleasant BIA speaks with Global News Morning about a planned 4 month long road closure, and how it will impact area businesses.

New Single ‘“EL DÍA” by ‘Venezuelan-Canadian Artist JACE Carrillo | Available on all streaming platforms Oct.8

A brand-new festival is making waves this weekend. The first ever Water/Fall Festival is set to kick-off this weekend on Queens Quay. Our Jaden Lee-Lincoln was joined by Katherine Hebb, Marketing Director for the Waterfront BIA to discus what inspired the festival, what attendees can expect, and why art plays such an important role.

The group representing B.C. business improvement areas says a survey of its members found crime, vandalism and street disorder are having a huge impact on the viability of those businesses, and they’re demanding action from governments to ensure staff and customers are safe. Alissa Thibault reports.

A new generation of young readers is being introduced to the legacy of Canadian hero Terry Fox – one letter at a time. We speak with ‘T is for Terry: An ABC of Courage’ Author Denise Dias about her new children’s picture book.

Two drivers and a road rage incident caused a transport truck to lose the modular house it was carrying along Highway 97 near Kelowna, B.C. on Wednesday, the Alberta-based trucking company says. DBI Transport says after a piece of drywall flew off a pickup truck on the highway and smashed a car’s window, the resulting...

Calgary’s oldest neighbourhood is evolving and growing and now rebranding too! Kristen Shima of the Inglewood BIA joins Global News Morning to discuss why they want to rebrand and how Calgarians can help shape what they call Calgary’s “coolest neighbourhood.”

A popular summer tradition in Toronto’s Kensington Market is on pause. The first pedestrian Sunday of the season was cancelled. The KMBIA says ongoing safety and logistical issues forced the decision. As Lexy Benedict reports, the news has shocked some local business owners.

A concert benefiting businesses impacted by the ongoing construction along the Broadway corridor is being held Thursday night. Michelle Barile, West Broadway BIA Executive Director, shares why the support is needed.

Fourth Street BIA executive director Jennifer Rempel and Veronica Macalino with Ego Tattoo, join Global News Calgary with details on this year’s Fourth Street Pancake Showdown happening on Thursday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.