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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.

In preparation for the upcoming 2025 Federal Election, the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA) is pleased to share with Ontario’s BIAs resources and a toolkit that will assist BIA Boards and members in informing them about the key practices by preparing for the 2025 Federal Election.

Come and join us at Hillcrest Village BIA located in the heart of Midtown Toronto, running along St. Clair Avenue West between Christie Street and Winona Drive. Hillcrest Village Accommodations Think Local. Shop Local. Where to find us Hillcrest Village BIA is located in the heart of midtown Toronto running along St. Clair Avenue West between Christie St. to the East and Winona Dr. to the West. We have three Green P Parking spots located at: 785—791 St. Clair Ave West 287 Rushton Road 700 St. Clair Ave West View Our Interactive Map > Come Visit Us Our vibrant neighbourhood is home to a wide variety of retail shops, professional services, specialty restaurants and cozy ethnic eateries, all reflecting the diverse ethnicity of St.Clair West. Our Businesses > What's going on? Stay up to date with the latest events in Hillcrest Village! Events > Stronger Together: Shop Local, Support Canadian Businesses 🍁 Now more than ever, supporting local businesses is about more than just shopping—it’s about strengthening our community. With ongoing trade challenges impacting Canadian businesses, every dollar spent at a neighbourhood shop makes a meaningful difference. By choosing to shop local, you’re helping small businesses thrive, preserving local jobs, and investing in the future of Hillcrest Village. Whether you’re picking up fresh produce, grabbing a coffee, or shopping for unique finds, your support keeps our community vibrant and resilient. Let’s stand together and show that Hillcrest Village has everything we need, right here at home. 🍁 What's Happening In Hillcrest Village BIA Wed, Apr 16 Free Webinar: How to Use Acupressure for an Easier, Smoother Labour / Virtual Webinar Learn More Apr 16, 2025, 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Join this free webinar by Vital Physiotherapy! https://vitalphysiotherapy.com/acupressure-for-easier-labor/absmasterclass Share Tue, Apr 22 Skills for Change’s Spotlight Series / Zoom Webinar Learn More Apr 22, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 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. Share Sat, Jul 05 Salsa On St. Clair / Toronto Learn More Jul 05, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – Jul 06, 2025, 8:00 p.m. 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! Share Ongoing Course AI for Small Business / Online: Link in Description Learn More Ongoing Course 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. Share Follow Us On Social Media

Stay up to date with the latest events happening in Hillcrest Village BIA located in the heart of Midtown Toronto. Events Below you will find events from different suppliers and stakeholders. Free Webinar: How to Use Acupressure for an Easier, Smoother Labour Apr 16, 2025, 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Virtual Webinar Join this free webinar by Vital Physiotherapy! https://vitalphysiotherapy.com/acupressure-for-easier-labor/absmasterclass More Information Skills for Change’s Spotlight Series Apr 22, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Zoom Webinar 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 Information Salsa On St. Clair Jul 05, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – Jul 06, 2025, 8:00 p.m. Toronto, 777 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7, Canada 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 Information AI for Small Business Ongoing Course Online: Link in Description 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 Information

Spotlight on St. Clair showcases one Hillcrest Village business and its products and services each week to promote our vibrant and diverse neighbourhood. Spotlight on St.Clair Spotlight on St.Clair celebrates the vibrant and diverse businesses in Hillcrest Village by showcasing one business each week! Would you like your business featured? Sign up by clicking here! Acappella Clothing 725 St Clair Ave W Visit Website Acappella Clothing isn’t just a menswear store, it’s a family legacy, woven into the very fabric of the neighbourhood. It all began in 1967 when Domenic Capella opened The Forum, Fast forward to the year 2000, when Domenic’s son, Beau Capella reimagined the business into what is now Acappella Clothing. For the Capella family, fashion has always been more than fabric and fit, it’s about helping people feel like the best version of themselves. Whether it’s a bespoke suit for a groom or a smart jacket that becomes a wardrobe favourite, every piece is thoughtfully crafted, just like the business itself. This April, Acappella Clothing is celebrating 25 years of business! So if you find yourself strolling down St. Clair, stop by Acappella. Step into a story stitched through generations. And maybe, get measured for something that fits you and the moment, perfectly.