At last month’s Annual General Meeting, we had the opportunity to reflect on what the Vanier BIA accomplished in 2025—and, just as importantly, to look ahead to how we’ll continue supporting our business community in 2026. The past year was about strengthening...
Last week, we were proud to come together as a community to celebrate the businesses and people who make Vanier such a vibrant, welcoming, and dynamic place to do business. The 2026 Vanier BIA Awards recognized outstanding leadership, creativity, and commitment across...
We’re excited to share the official nominees for the 2026 Vanier BIA Awards! Each year, the VBIA Awards celebrate the businesses, organizations, and individuals who help make Vanier a vibrant, welcoming, and thriving community. This year’s nominees reflect the...
Running a small business means juggling a lot — especially at the start of a new year. Between day-to-day operations, staffing, and customer needs, long-term planning often gets pushed aside. To support Vanier businesses as they look ahead, the Vanier BIA has created...
The holiday season is a busy and exciting time for businesses — but it’s also a period when properties can be more vulnerable, especially during reduced hours or temporary closures. Taking a few proactive steps before the holidays can help protect your business, your...
We’re excited to announce that nominations are officially open for the 2026 Vanier BIA Awards! These awards celebrate the businesses and individuals who make Vanier a vibrant, welcoming, and creative community. Whether you’re nominating yourself or a fellow business,...
A new public gathering space in Vanier is officially open — and it’s the result of years of local advocacy, planning, and collaboration. What started as a vacant lot is now a vibrant community hub with seating, shaded areas, lighting, and art. The space aims to bring...
From sunny sidewalks to music-filled nights, this past summer in Vanier was one to remember. Together, we celebrated community, culture, and connection through a lineup of events that brought our mainstreets to life. It all began with Summer Sun, our family-friendly...
Nine weeks. Eighteen artists. Hundreds of attendees. Zero rainouts. This summer’s Akoustik concert series was a true celebration of community, culture, and creativity. From July through September, Wednesday evenings at St. Charles Market were the place to be—filled...
Take the 2025 City-Wide Perceptions SurveyDeadline: September 30, 2025 Downtown Ottawa belongs to all of us—residents, workers, business owners, and visitors. That’s why the Downtown Rideau BIA, in partnership with Environics Research, is inviting you to participate...
Each summer, the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program provides an incredible opportunity—not only for youth aged 15 to 30 to gain meaningful work experience, but also for organizations like ours to expand our capacity, deepen our impact, and invest in the next generation...
You may have noticed our streets looking a little cleaner lately—and that’s no coincidence. This summer, we’ve partnered with Litterbusters to add extra hands to help with daily street cleanup across Vanier’s mainstreets. From picking up litter to keeping sidewalks...