Welcome to the neighbourhood and the 17th Ave Business Improvement Area. We are thrilled that you have chosen our vibrant corridor in the heart of the Beltline to open your business. 

The 17th Ave Business Improvement Area is a not-for-profit that is regulated by the City of Calgary and established under the Municipal Government Act. BIAs are responsible for economic development initiatives that support businesses within an established boundary and are completely funded by a municipal levy remunerated by the commercial business tenants and property owners within the BIA’s boundaries. The 17th Avenue BIA is the oldest of the 15 BIAs in Calgary and we currently support more than 715 businesses.

How we support businesses in our BIA:

• Advocate on behalf of businesses and merchants in our corridor
• Create and implement initiatives that drive awareness and growth
• Build community through support and engagement
• Positively impact the livelihood and diversity of our business community
• Develop programs to beautify and enhance public spaces

How your business can get involved:

Connect With the 17th Ave BIA Team

• Set up a time to meet with our team so we can learn more about each other – Email us to connect. 

Our website sees thousands of visitors every month, so make sure your business is easy to find. We also need a way to connect with you. Send the following to [email protected] to get your business profile set up:

• • Primary contact (phone and email)
  • Public contact (phone and email)
  • Business address
  • Business description
  • Business website
  • Business social media links
  • Business logo on a transparent background
  • Images & videos of your business

You can also fill out the below Registration Form

Follow Us On Social Media and Send Us Upcoming Events, Sales and More for Promotion On Our Channels 

• Connect with us on our channels and share updates on events, features and promotions at @17thavesw. 

Take Part In 17th Ave’s Gift Card Program 

• Take part in our corridor’s gift card program.
  

Join the 17th Ave BIA Board of Directors  

• Join the Board of Directors, who help the BIA meet our organizational objectives and mandates. This includes governance of the BIA operations, financial oversight, business engagement, fostering the vision of the business community and executing programs as defined by the annual budget. Find 17th Ave BIA’s current Board of Directors, here.  

Sign Up For Our Business Newsletter and Stay Engaged

• Connect you and your team to other businesses. Sign up for our business newsletter and attend our ongoing engagement sessions and networking events. We are connected to 700+ businesses in our corridor including food and beverage, retail, and professional services. Use us as a resource to collaborate with local businesses.