Please see the documents below for the Draft Minutes of our previous meeting and the Draft Agenda for our upcoming meeting (available 5 days before the meeting).

Have your say on Toronto’s 2026 Budget, Applications are open for the Outside Mural and Street Art Grant Program and more Have your say on Toronto’s 2026 Budget  The City of Toronto’s 2026 Budget is building a city that works for you. The Budget Committee will launch its Budget review process on Thursday, January 8, following the consultations held last October. We encourage you to participate by joining Mayor Olivia Chow and Budget Chair Shelley Carroll for Telephone Town Halls on January 14 or 15 or speaking to the Committee in person or virtually on January 20 and 21. You can also attend local Councillor town halls or submit written feedback to Council to ensure your priorities are heard.  Learn more.   Applications are open for the Outside Mural and Street Art Grant Program  Business associations and community groups with strong business participation in their community neighbourhoods can receive one-time funding up to $7,500 for  outside mural and street art projects . Eligible expenses include artist fees, materials, installation and equipment rental. Maintenance of the murals and street art is the responsibility of the applicant. Applications close March 26, at 11:59 p.m.  Learn more and apply .  Applications are closing soon for the Starter Company Plus Grant – Trade Accelerator Stream    The City of Toronto’s Trade Accelerator Program (TAP), helps small- and medium-sized businesses expand into international markets with confidence. Participants gain expert-led training, personalized mentorship and a tailored export plan to fast-track global growth. Toronto businesses that complete the program also receive a $5,000 microgrant to support their export journey. With over 85 per cent of graduates entering new markets within a year, TAP Toronto is your gateway to international success. Applications close Monday, January 12, at 4:30 p.m.  Learn more and apply now .  Report business barriers with the Red Tape Hotline  The City of Toronto has extended the deadline for businesses to submit to the Red Tape Hotline. Businesses can share feedback on regulatory challenges such as permitting delays, outdated by-laws or cumbersome municipal processes. This pilot project supports efforts to modernize regulations and streamline services under Toronto’s Economic Action Plan. Submissions are open until Saturday, January 31.  Find details.   Webinars and Events Maximizing Your Business: How to Manage Your Cash  Thursday, January 8, from 10 to 11 a.m. – Register  (Free)  T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy  Friday, January 9, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. – Register  (Free)  Insurance for Small Business  Wednesday, January 14, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Register  (Free)  Your Numbers...Your Story  Thursday, January 15, from 10 to 11 a.m. – Register  (Free)  WSIB: Laws & Regulations for Small Businesses  Friday, January 16, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. – Register  (Free)  T2 Corporation Tax Literacy  Wednesday, January 21, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. –  Register  (Free)  Getting Money: What Lenders & Investors Want  Thursday, January 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. –  Register  (Free) How to Start a Food Business: A General Overview  Wednesday, January 28, from 10 to 11 a.m. –  Register  (Free) Accounting for Non-Profits: Understanding Financial Statements  Thursday, January 29, from 10 to 11 a.m. –  Register  (Free)  Introduction to the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 for Businesses  Friday, January 30, from 10 to 11 a.m. – Register  (Free)

The Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) is a network representing and supporting BIAs across Ontario. They encourage and guide BIAs to increase their effectiveness, contribution to the economic, cultural and social well-being of communities. The OBIAA is a leader in the development and sharing of information, tools, training, resources and best practices. Click the button below to read the newsletter.

My Items I'm a title. Click here to edit me. Hillcrest Village BIA Holiday Event Join us for a festive community gathering filled with cozy drinks, cheerful music, and memorable moments for the whole family. More Annual General Meeting The Hillcrest Village Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management cordially invites all members to attend our 2025 In-Person Annual General Meeting (AGM). More Celebrate Yellow Oasis with Us! We warmly invite you to join us in celebrating the unveiling of Yellow Oasis, a new mural that honours the cultural and environmental heritage of Hillcrest Village. More Skills for Change’s Spotlight Series Join us on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, for the next edition of Skills for Change’s Spotlight Series, facilitated by Surranna Sandy. This session, titled “Resilience & Reinvention: Supporting Newcomers and Refugees in Canada’s Evolving Workforce,” focuses on the experiences of newcomers and refugees. More Free Webinar: How to Use Acupressure for an Easier, Smoother Labour Join this free webinar by Vital Physiotherapy! https://vitalphysiotherapy.com/acupressure-for-easier-labor/absmasterclass More AI for Small Business Google is offering a FREE course: AI for SMBs, designed to help entrepreneurs like you understand the basics of AI and discover how Google tools can make your business more efficient, improve customer experience, and spark growth. More Artist Meet and Greet: Yellow Oasis Mural A new mural is coming to our neighbourhood and we need YOUR help! Meet the artists and take part in this community-engaged project. RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/artist-meet-and-greet-yellow-oasis-mural-in-torontos-st-clair-west-tickets-1296175569019?aff=oddtdtcreator More Salsa On St. Clair The 21st annual Salsa on St. Clair is set to be an unforgettable celebration as the streets of St. Clair Ave West in Midtown Toronto’s Hillcrest Village come alive with delicious eats, electrifying performances, mucho music, and non-stop dancing! More Post-Birth Healing Class Join Kimberly for this amazing rejuvenating post-birth healing class. All classes are offered in-person at Vital and virtually through zoom! Drop-in option is also available. Visit https://vitalphysiotherapy.com/ to register. More Baby Reflexology Workshop This hands-on workshop is a special opportunity to bond with your baby through therapeutic touch, led by our amazing Registered Massage Therapist and Yoga Instructor. Visit: https://vitalphysiotherapy.com/ to Register More Winterlicious: Aviv & Pukka Winterlicious returns January 31 to February 13 During Winterlicious, a City of Toronto-produced program, more than 220 participating restaurants across the city will offer three-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at a range of price points. From January 31 to February 13. More Celebrate The Holidays Event in Hillcrest Village! Come join the fun on December 7th, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM at the Celebrate The Holidays Event in Hillcrest Village! Come down with your friends and family and take a photo in our photobooth, enjoy free hot chocolate and tiramisu, music by Dj Jennifer and pet portraits by Ian Wright! More

The Hillcrest Village BIA is a non-profit association that supports the businesses along St. Clair Avenue West between Christie Street and Winona Drive. About Us Hello and welcome to the Hillcrest Village BIA! Hillcrest Village BIA is located in the heart of midtown Toronto running along St.Clair West between Christie St. to the East and Winona Dr. to the West. This vibrant area is home to a wide variety of retail shops, professional services, specialty restaurants and cozy ethnic eateries, all reflecting the diverse ethnicity of the street. What is a BIA? A BIA (Business Improvement Area) is a non-profit association within a specified geographical area, that joins together with the official approval of the city. Its main purpose is to create opportunities to promote and stimulate local business. The City collects an annual levy from the businesses and the funds are managed by an elected volunteer Board management. The main purpose of a BIA is to draw more customers to the area by promoting the unique attractiveness of the area to shop, visit and do business. Hillcrest Village BIA is a thriving area, injected with an entrepreneurial spirit, new business development, lifestyle condominiums, a new streetcar system and community and arts-based programs that continue to encourage visitors and new residents alike. It is the economic and social anchor, steeping in rich history, that continues to revitalize the local community. We cordially invite you to attend one of our annual shopping, art or cultural events and of course, our popular street festival, SALSA on St. Clair, one of the largest Latino-themed celebrations in Canada... now in its 21st year!

Hillcrest Village offers home décor retailers conveniently located on St. Clair Avenue West! Come and find your new favourite furnishings or accessories! Home Decor Angel Interiors & Custom Upholstery Website Visit Website Address 695 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B2 Phone Number (416) 537-9169 James Rottman Fine Art Website Visit Website Address 830 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1C1, Canada Phone Number 416- 893-5784 Poppyseed Creative Living Website Visit Website Address 284 Rushton Rd, Toronto, ON M6C 2X5, Canada Phone Number 416-704-5367