ABOUT THE BIA
PORT PERRY BIA EXPLAINED
BIA stands for Business Improvement Area. The Port Perry BIA is a non-profit organization that is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and various committees. The board is responsible for overseeing the planning, budgeting, implementing, and evaluating of BIA projects.
The businesses (commercial and/or industrial) located in Downtown Port Perry, from Mary Street to Simcoe Street to North Street to Water Street, make up our Business Improvement Area (BIA).
These building and store owners contribute funds independently. The elected BIA Board of Directors facilitates the funds towards the beautification and marketing of Downtown Port Perry, along with events that take place within the geographical boundaries.
HISTORY & MISSION
The Port Perry BIA was established in 1989 under the Provincial Municipal act. The Port Perry BIA is dedicated and responsible for beautifying, promoting, and marketing the downtown core while making it an exciting place to visit year-round.
This includes but is not limited to — music in the streets, holiday lights atop buildings and the entrance to Palmer Park, horse-drawn carriage rides, beautiful hanging flower baskets, strategically placed garbage cans, and public washrooms.
All that said the BIA is more than just events and physical improvements, we also work together to promote economic development.
ABOUT DOWNTOWN PORT PERRY
Escape to Downtown Port Perry with its incredible mix of boutique shops, fine dining, and art galleries — and don’t forget the old-fashioned chocolate shop and award-winning brewery. All of this is surrounded by a stunning historic landscape.
Steps away from the Downtown Port Perry core is access to the perfect stress reliever — the Port Perry waterfront. Discover this growing town on the shores of Lake Scugog and take in the activity of the waterfront year-round. Skating on a frozen lake is an experience like no other. Life is just better by the lake!
Enjoy a drink on a patio and outdoor entertainment in the summer into the fall. Downtown Port Perry has it all for the whole family. Come for a day or stay awhile. The town has become a popular destination for those that want to experience small-town charm with big-city amenities.
Downtown Port Perry is the getaway not far away!
PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
BEAUTIFICATION
The Port Perry BIA has been carrying out downtown beautification programs since the organization first formed. The goal has always been consistency and cohesiveness in all projects, and for Downtown Port Perry to continue to be an attractive destination.
Beautification projects include: hanging flower baskets, banners on lampposts, seasonal decor, benches, garbage cans, holiday lighting, and more!
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EVENTS
Throughout the year the Port Perry BIA plays host to a number of community events and attractions. These include the summer music program, Songs of the Summer; seasonal horse drawn carriage rides; Moonlight Madness and other shopping events; and visits with Santa.
All of these events are more opportunities to support our members, along with local artists and artisans.
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MARKETING & PROMOTION
We work to market and promote a vibrant and diverse downtown through social media, newsletters, website, and paid advertisments. All of these tools allow us to share important information with our members, community, and visitors.
Strengthening connections, building trust, and establishing relationships that will further the development of Downtown Port Perry is key to our marketing strategy.
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