Good Morning Broadview Danforth BIA Members, I received the press release listed below and wanted to flag it for all of you. As far as I know, this is the only candidates' debate taking place in our riding. It's an interesting format. If you wish to attend in person, you can buy tickets for the show that takes place just prior to the debate. However, you can watch the debate as it will be live-streamed following the show. The debate…

Good Morning Broadview Danforth BIA Members, Below, please find information on a grant opportunity for independent restaurant owners and an awards opportunity for small business owners. Backing International Small Restaurants (For Eligible Restaurants) Applications are now open for the grant program. Backing International Small Restaurants will award 20 grants of $20,000 CAD to small, independent restaurants across Toronto and Montreal. These grants are aimed at helping restaurants grow, recover, and support their local communities. Funding can be used for a…

Good Morning Broadview Danforth BIA Members, This coming Monday, September 21 at 12:30pm you're invited to sit down with our MPP Peter Tabuns to voice your concerns as small business owners during this very turbulent time. What can he advocate for within the provincial government? What would be of help to you? Can he push the sitting government to improve its approach to mental health issues? The Federal government gives our provincial government $600 million annually specifically for mental health…

Good Afternoon Broadview Danforth Members, Please see below and attached the opportunity for you to access supports from FedDev through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI). I'm not sure if this will work for all of you, but it is definitely worth checking out. See chart below to register for upcoming info sessions. Next session is Sept 16 from 10-11am. Register Federal Supports for SMEs, Indigenous-led enterprises, and not-for-profits that support SMEs.are available through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI).…

Good Morning Broadview Danforth BIA Members, The City of Toronto will be holding a municipal election on October 26th, 2026 and will be electing a new City Council. As we know, City Council can help shape the future of Toronto's main streets, neighbourhoods, and local economies for years to come. TABIA (Toronto Association of BIAs) wants to hear what your top priorities are and any burning questions you have for candidates. They will collate the survey answers and present this…

Good Afternoon Broadview Danforth BIA Members, Once again TABIA has secured special discounts for the CNE and for Cirque du Soleil. Please feel free to share these discounts with your staff, family and friends. Please note, CNE discounts will decrease after August 20. For details on how to access the TABIA discounts for CNE and Cirque de Soleil – LUZIA, please see below for detailed steps. Your login code has been emailed to your business. Canadian National Exhibition – Available…