Old East Village Business Improvement Area

The Old East Village Business improvement Area (BIA) is a local board of the municipality of the City of London, Ontario, Canada consisting of local merchants, business and property owners and agency representatives. Its mandate is to beautify, improve, and promote the Old East Village commercial district. The scope of the Old East Village BIA’s practice has evolved beyond the traditional mandate of a BIA. It is the lead organization for the implementation of a multi faceted Community Improvement Plan in the Old East Village commercial corridor. Currently, the BIA and its partners are completing research to identify strategies and build partnerships for initiatives that will foster a diverse and resilient local economy. The research has identified strategies to facilitate this goal including the creation of a Neighbourhood Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) and a Neighbourhood Economic Development Plan (NEDP). The Neighbourhood Economic Development Officer will assist with the establishment of a development corporation fund, business plan and the implementation of economic development strategies. These strategies will support our unique one-of-a-kind businesses including strengthening and growing the Old East Village Food and Culture Districts.