Reminder on Sidewalk Use
Reminder on Sidewalk Use
Please review the notice from the City of
How to Prevent Consumer Racial Profiling
How to Prevent Consumer Racial Profiling
The Retail Council of Canada
The Return of Retail Street Fighting
The Return of Retail Street Fighting
“This recovery will be
Patio Program Coming to Support More Complicated Patio Applications
Patio Program Coming to Support More Complicated Patio Applications
Work is underway
Train Your Team to Reopen with Safety in Mind
Train Your Team to Reopen with Safety in Mind
As you’re
Business Reopening Guidelines: Personal/Health/Beauty Services
Business Reopening Guidelines: Personal/Health/Beauty Services
Here are the resources
Business Reopening Guidelines: Retail
Business Reopening Guidelines: Retail
Retail businesses in BC were
Business Reopening Guidelines: Hospitality
Business Reopening Guidelines: Hospitality
Here are the resources you
MAY 9 – JUNE 27, 2019 , MARION SCOTT GALLERY PRESENTS HAZEL WILSON
The Marion Scott Gallery is pleased to announce Warning the Hunters Away, featuring four ceremonial robes by the late Haida textile artist Hazel Wilson. Opening May 6 and continuing through June 6, this presentation is part of Hazel Wilson: K’aayst’gáay (Resilience), a two-part exhibition that also includes The Story of K’iid K’iyaas, the artist’s monumental series detailing the life and death of the legendary Golden Spruce tree.
JUNE 11 – JULY 3 , KURBATOFF GALLERY PRESENTS MARLEEN VERMEULEN
"The beauty of the landscape contains a narrative. I listen and am heard. It is the starting point of my conversation with our environment as I experience it living here on the Sunshine Coast in BC.
JUNE 6 – 30, IAN TAN GALLERY PRESENTS JANA RAYNE MACDONALD
“Writing on the Walls” is a series of paintings by Vancouver based artist Jana Rayne MacDonald. Jana’s life long fascination with the individual and collective relationship and cultural interpretation of our surroundings, urban, industrial and natural, informs the series.
JUNE 20 – JULY 2, BAU-XI GALLERY PRESENTS ROBERT MARCHESSAULT
Robert Marchessault is a well-established Canadian painter with an extensive exhibition history. His newest series of work on panel evolves out of his continued interest in the contemporary, sublime landscape.
PPE Vendors List
PPE Vendors List
Opening safely is your priority right now. We have
Vancouver Mayor wants to further expand patio space
Vancouver Mayor wants to further expand patio space
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy
Expedited Temporary Patios
Expedited Temporary Patios
The City of Vancouver issued 14 temporary
TransLink Survey
TransLink Survey
To keep the region moving during and post the physical
Support Local BC Gift Card Program
Sign up! Support Local BC Gift Card Program
Working with the other
CREATING 40 NEW MURALS ON BOARDED UP SHOPS
CREATING 40 NEW MURALS ON BOARDED UP SHOPS ACROSS VANCOUVER
VANCOUVER MURAL FESTIVAL BRINGS
VPD makes multiple arrests for commercial break and enters
VPD makes multiple arrests for commercial break and enters
Vancouver Police have arrested and charged 40
WHAT TO DO THIS EASTER
What to do this Easter
No question, this Easter will be different from the years and
WHAT TO DO AT HOME – ELEVEN FEEL GOOD ACTIVITIES
What to do at home… if you already have done everything else
11 Feel-Good
COVID – EMERGENCY SUPPORT PROGRAMS
COVID-19 EMERGENCY SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Restaurant and retail closures to support the COVID-19 mitigation effort have had
IT’S VANCOUVER BIA WEEK
It’s Vancouver BIA week
Like every year, the BIA week highlights the important work of BIAs.
COVID – Helpful Webinars & Digital Meetups
Helpful Webinars, Courses & Digital Meetups
COVID – Take Action & Find Support
Take Action & Find Free Support
Free and/or local support initiatives
- CIRA Canadian Shield is a free
COVID – How to Communicate Through Google
Get the Most out of Google
If you haven’t by now, you should claim your Google
COVID – Quick Guide to Crisis Communication
QUICK GUIDE TO CRISIS COMMUNICATION
Use social media to communicate your business’ concerns. It provides great
COVID – Social Media Tips
SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS
UPDATED
What should I post? What is the message to my community now? What
March 2020: VPD works to prevent property crime
VPD works to prevent property crime
Vancouver – Vancouver Police are taking significant measures to combat
March 2020: NEW NIGHTTIME MOBILE SECURITY
NEW NIGHTTIME MOBILE SECURITY
The safety of your business and properties matter. Since 90%
COVID – Social Media Guide
The South Granville small business guide to social media in the age of COVID-19
The Coronavirus
March 2020: Restaurants Close
City shuts down all restaurant table service, closes playgrounds, and creates dedicated COVID-19 task force
March 2020: Small Business BC Updates
Update from Small Business BC
We believe this is a time for the
March 2020: Free online webinar
Free Online Webinar
How to cope with the impacts of
FLATTEN THE CURVE
As we’re all practicing social distancing to level the curve, you can still do your part to keep business in the neighbourhood going
March 2020: Security Harden your Premise during Closure
Security Harden your Premise during Closure
As of March 18,
March 2020: Call for Government Action
Call for Government Action
Numerous organizations, including BIABC, have called on governments to not charge late filing
March 2020: COVID-19 Biz Impact Survey
COVID-19 Biz Impact Survey
Take 3–5 minutes to help us understand how COVID-19 is impacting your
ECONOMY AND VACANCY
Economy and Vacancy
Vancouver has reached the lowest vacancy rate in 4
March 2020: Vancouver Citywide Plan
Vancouver Citywide Plan
The first phase of the Vancouver Citywide Plan is underway…
The Vancouver Plan will:
COVID Small Business Support – SGBIA
COVID19 Advisory
Restaurant and retail closures will have an economic impact on our member businesses
A HAT TRICK FOR JAMJAR!
A hat trick for Jamjar!
‘Best restaurant’ in the
L’OCCITANE UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Exciting times in South Granville! Our beloved L’Occitane store on 3051 Granville St, is getting a major make-over. Constructions started this week and L’Occitane will be happy to welcome you back in late March with a great re-opening event.
JAMES PERSE IS MOVING UP THE STREET
A PSA for you: James Perse is moving up Granville Street! The LA apparel and home goods retailer needs more space and that’s what they’ve found two doors down the street, right next to Eileen Fisher. The move will be happening at the end of March.
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF VANCOUVER
Help shape the future of Vancouver
The Vancouver Plan will be a strategic, long-range plan that
WELCOME TO SOUTH GRANVILLE
We all were eagerly awaiting what would fill the gap that Ouisi Bistro left when it closed its doors- now we know! Hidden gem "Breakfast Table" is taking over the Bistro's former location.
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BUDDHA HAS ARRIVED
A fact, you probably didn’t know about South Granville: It’s currently being the home to North America’s largest Buddha! Uno Langmann is hosting the life-sized jade statue.
A YEAR OF AWARDS IN SOUTH GRANVILLE
Not only did Kurbatoff Gallery recently receive an award as the best commercial gallery in Vancouver, South Granville is also home to two out of eight top Vancouver fusion restaurants!
CONGRATS, KURBATOFF!
South Granville is THE art neighbourhood in town – thanks to the great art galleries located right after Granville Bridge up to Broadway. You need proof? Kurbatoff Gallery has just won a Canadian Business Award!
MAKE VALENTINE’S DAY SUSTAINABLE
We all love to celebrate love in February. Have you ever thought about celebrating it sustainably? It can be so easy. We’re proud to have eco-conscious shops in South Granville: Queen Bee Flowershop takes several measures to show some love to the planet while facing the challenges of an in total still conventionally packing industry.
FALL IN LOVE IN SOUTH GRANVILLE
You think you’ve found the one or you aim to spark up your long-term love this Valentine’s Day? Good thing you’re here - we’ve teamed up with Grace from @gracedwithstyle to explore our neighbourhood and find the best spots for a romantic date.
WELCOME TO SOUTH GRANVILLE, ORIENTAL CASA!
A public service announcement for you: To keep the Granville Bridge safe and functioning there are some seismic upgrades happening at the moment.
January 2020: Foam ban begins January 1, 2020
Foam ban begins January 1, 2020
On January 1, 2020, Vancouver will join the ranks of
January 2020: First steps towards the Broadway Subway
First steps towards the Broadway Subway
Beginning in the week
A PERFECT PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE
In South Granville, there are a lot of spots to have great dates – even if it is for the first time. According to DailyHive, Cheesecake Etc. on Granville and 6th is a perfect place to go if you’d enjoy a quiet and candlelit atmosphere while having a delicious slice of cheesecake.
DINE OUT ON SOUTH GRANVILLE
Another year of spoiling your taste buds – Dine Out is back! You can try some of the greatest Metro Vancouver restaurants from January 17 to February 2.
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WILLIAMS SONOMA WILL STAY IN SOUTH GRANVILLE
Let’s celebrate! Due to a last-minute change in the rental agreement, Californian Williams Sonoma will stay on South Granville.
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GRANVILLE BRIDGE IS UNDER SEISMIC CONSTRUCTION
A public service announcement for you: To keep the Granville Bridge safe and functioning there are some seismic upgrades happening at the moment.
VANCOUVER DOG SWIM HAS OPENED ITS DOORS
The tradition continued and Vancouver Coffee Snob conducted the annual survey of best coffee shops for brunch in Vancouver… and we have a winner in South Granville!
WE MADE THE COFFEE SNOB LIST!
The tradition continued and Vancouver Coffee Snob conducted the annual survey of best coffee shops for brunch in Vancouver… and we have a winner in South Granville!
RBC MOVES IN
The Royal Bank (RBC) has finally made their move from their location at 1489 West Broadway, where it has been since 1957 and moved to 2735 Granville Street, their home base for the next few years while the 1489 West Broadway site is being redeveloped.
VITA DAILY GIFT GUIDE FOR SOUTH GRANVILLE 2019
'Tis the season to be jolly... and to give! VITA Daily has been busy in our neighbourhood to find real gems to make your loved ones (or yourself!) happy this Christmas. Go check out the VITA Daily gift guide to South Granville for 2019.
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December 2019: New Breakfast Spot is opening on South Granville
New Breakfast Spot is opening on South Granville
December 2019: Let’s Deck the Halls!
Let’s Deck the Halls!
The South Granville BIA is excited to announce a retail
CHEERS TO HALF A DECADE, GOODGE PLACE!
Cheers to half a decade, Goodge Place!
This month marks a
BREAKFAST GEM COMING TO SOUTH GRANVILLE
We all were eagerly awaiting what would fill the gap that Ouisi Bistro left when it closed its doors- now we know! Hidden gem "Breakfast Table" is taking over the Bistro's former location.
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November 2019: Deck your Door!
Deck your Door!
To put the Ho! Ho! Ho! in Holidays, the South Granville BIA will
LAST CALL FOR WINTER SEEDS
The community garden space at Granville & 7th has developed beautifully through fall! You might think, gardening season is over but there are some herbs and veggies like onions, garlic or asparagus and even carrots that are good to be planted even now!
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SOUTH GRANVILLE IS AN IG HEAVEN
South Granville has made yet another addition to its colourful collection of public artwork by Drew Young, a curator and Artistic Director for the Vancouver Mural Festival.
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November 2019: Have your Say, Sign Bylaw
Share your thoughts on signs in the city
FROM THE CITY
We’re looking for your
WELCOME PELOTON TO THE STREET!
Welcome Peloton to the street!
With the company’s recent Canadian launch,
THE RISE x JAMJAR COLLABOR- ATION
Rise X Jamjar Collaboration
The Rise known for the
November 2019: 1489 West Broadway to go to Permit Board
1489 West Broadway to go to Permit Board
PCI Developments has applied to the
November 2019: South Granville is open for business!!
South Granville is open for business!!
The South Granville BIA has just launched a
Small Independent Businesses Need Help from the Province
Small Independent Businesses Need Help from the Province
An article was written in the Vancouver Courier citing
PUMPKIN SPICE ROUNDUP
Pumpkin Spice Roundup
It’s that time of year! With pumpkin spice
SWIM SPA FOR DOGGOS
Swim Spa for Doggos
We have a new canine spa opening up in South Granville at 2213
CAN BROADWAY BE A GREAT STREET?
Can Broadway be a Great Street?
McNaney’s report lays out this
SOUTH GRANVILLE STATION PROPOSAL RELEASED
South Granville Station development proposal released
The northeast corner
WIN THE ULTIMATE VANCOUVER PRIZE PACK
Win the ultimate Vancouver prize pack
Do you have
October 2019: Commercial subclass proposal likely not this year
BROADWAY SUBWAY OFFICE OPENS IN FAIRVIEW
Broadway Subway Office opens in Fairview
As the project nears the start line of
September 2019: South Granville Station Announcement
South Granville Station Announcement
The six new underground stations for the Broadway line were
September 2019: South Granville AGM Wrap-up
South Granville AGM Wrap-up
On Wednesday September 18, the South Granville BIA
September 2019: Reimagine South Granville
Reimagine South Granville
The
September 2019: Granville Bridge Options Released
Granville Bridge Options Released
JOIN OUR TEAM
MARKETING + EVENTS COORDINATOR
Thank you! Applications are no longer being accepted as applicants
September 2019: Feedback on the Granville Bridge Connector Options
Feedback on the Granville Bridge Connector Options
The City is developing conceptual plans for
VIN VAN LONG TABLE
Vin Van Long Table
We’re back with another long-table feast focusing on the wines
SOUTH GRANVILLE GALLERY HOP
South Granville Gallery Hop
Missing South Granville’s Artwalk? The
September 2019: RBC moving to new location
RBC moving to new location
It appears that the South Granville RBC bank will be moving
August 2019: Carshare to park in metered parking spaces
Vancouver car-share drivers can soon drop their vehicles in metered parking spaces for free
Expect to
August 2019: Broadway Subway Consultation
Broadway Subway Consultation
The Broadway Subway Project team wants to
April 2019: Architect unveils plans for world’s largest wood tower
Architect unveils plans for world’s largest wood tower
2019 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
2019 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Date: Wednesday, September 18th, 2019
Time: 5:30pm Registration, 6:00pm
July 2019: Broadway Could Change for Planned Subway
Broadway Could Change for Planned Subway
Vancouverites told the city they have little love for Broadway
July 2019: Take the Retail Study Survey
Take the Retail Study Survey
Thank you to the 30 SGBIA members who attend our Retail
July 2019: Take the Single Use Waste Survey
Take the Single Use Waste Survey
In April 2019, Council asked staff to explore whether the
July 2019: New Proposal best chance for small business
OPINION: New Proposal best chance for small business
As beloved neighbourhood eateries, mom-and-pop shops and cultural
JAK’S SUPPORTING LOCAL FOOD BANKS
JAK’S SUPPORTING LOCAL FOOD BANKS
BC based liquor store
KIMBERLITE DIAMOND 1ST ANNIVERSARY
KIMBERLITE DIAMOND 1ST ANNIVERSARY
WEST RESTAURANT’S BOBBY MILHERON WINS SEAFOOD CHEF CHALLENGE
Seafood lovers in the know were recently treated to the BC Seafood Festival Chef Challenge. West Restaurant + Bar’s very own Executive Chef Bobby Milheron took home the coveted title.
June 2019: Register for the Broadway Plan Workshop
Register for the Broadway Plan Workshop
The South Granville BIA membership has been identified as a
RANGOLI HAPPY HOUR IS OUR BEST KEPT SECRET
Rangoli Happy Hour is our best kept secret.
According
JAMJAR SET TO INTRODUCE LEBANESE-STYLE BRUNCH
Jamjar’ Set to Introduce Lebanese-Style Brunch
Vancouver, BC | We’re very
JAZZFEST IN SOUTH GRANVILLE
Join us for eleven nights of music at Ouisi Bistro.
8:00PM No
June 2019: Study suggests financial case for bike lanes
Study suggests financial case for bike lanes
Bike lanes come with their share of claims and
MATILDA NOW PLAYING AT THE STANLEY MAY 16–JULY 14, 2019
Matilda playing now at the Stanley! May 16–July 14, 2019
The premise is irresistible. A feisty
28 STORY RENTAL PROPOSED FOR DENNY’S SITE
28-storey Vancouver rental building proposed for Denny’s site
IBI Group Architects has filed a rezoning application
June 2019 Canadian Retail Forecast for 2019: Slower Growth and Challenges with Opportunity
Canadian Retail Forecast for 2019: Slower Growth and Challenges with Opportunity
Industry experts are predicting that
June 2019 Op Ed: Leaning into cannabis retail with lessons from liquor
Op Ed: Leaning into cannabis retail with
lessons from liquor
The Muse Cannabis store had it’s opening
MUSE CANNABIS OPEN FOR BUSINESS
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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June 2019: Discussing the Future of Broadway
Discussing the Future of Broadway
We are at the start of a comprehensive planning and engagement
LIVE Pedestrian Data now online!
South Granville Pedestrian Data
The South Granville BIA has installed robust, waterproof and discrete pedestrian counters
June 2019: Tax Shift too little too late
IN THE NEWS: City of Vancouver’s property tax shift too late to embrace a sustainable
June 2019: 28-storey Vancouver rental building proposed for Denny’s site
28-storey Vancouver rental building proposed for Denny’s site
IBI Group Architects has filed a rezoning application
June 2019: CoV Study on Retail Change in Neighbourhoods.
Study on Retail Change in Neighbourhoods.
The South Granville BIA has been selected as a pilot
MINE AND YOURS ARRIVES TO SOUTH GRANVILLE
On Friday, May 10, Mine and Yours will be launching a pop-up store at the old Boboli menswear location in South Granville.
May 2019: Transport 2050
Transport 2050
TransLink is leading the development of a new long-term transportation strategy called “Transport 2050”.
May 2019: Vancouver tax shift helps create walkable communities
Vancouver tax shift helps create walkable communities: Councillor Lisa Dominato
More taxes are headed the way
May 2019: Vancouver councillors, mayor show true colours in tackling taxing dilemma
Vancouver councillors, mayor show true colours in tackling taxing dilemma
There are so many stories that
May 2019: Tax Shift
Vancouver council approves 2% tax shift from businesses to homeowners
Vancouver businesses being squeezed by the
May 2019: Tips to Identify Counterfeit Currency
Tips to Identify Counterfeit Currency
Provided by the Bank of Canada
Feel
Feel the smooth unique texture of
May 2019: The Granville bridge needs all the help it can get
Op-ed: The Granville bridge needs all the help it can get
A greenway along the middle
VIDEO: 5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE NEW SUBWAY
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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May 2019: Partner with BC Blueberry Council
Partner with BC Blueberry Council
The BC Blueberry Council is organizing a blueberry themed festival on
VANCOUVER IS AWESOME ON ELEGANT MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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April 2019: Architect unveils plans for world’s largest wood tower
Architect unveils plans for world’s largest wood tower
May 2019: DSW Shutters ‘GRAIL’ Concept Store in Vancouver
DSW Shutters ‘GRAIL’ Concept Store in Vancouver
In June of 2018, DSW, which recently rebranded as
VITA ON ALL ABOUT MOM ON SOUTH GRANVILLE
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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APRIL 2019: Taxing local Vancouver businesses to death
Taxing local Vancouver businesses to death bad for environment, Leonard Schein tells city council
Want to
WHAT DO YOU DO FOR WORK?
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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KING LIVING OPENING IN MAY
The SGBIA Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Ivy Haisell has accepted to serve as its new Executive Director, effective this month.
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APRIL 2019: Neighbourhood Cleanup Party
Neighbourhood Cleanup Party: May 4th, 2019
We want to invite the community to join
April 2019: Granville Bridge Makeover
Public Consultation begins for Granville Bridge Makeover
In addition to the seismic upgrades, the city
April 2019: Retail Crime Prevention
Retail Crime Prevention
Several robberies at retail stores in Vancouver highlight the need for retailers in
April 2019: Granville Bridge Upgrades
Granville Bridge Upgrades
The City of Vancouver will be performing critical and structural seismic upgrades as
April 2019: BIA Week
VANCOUVER BIAS CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF COMMUNITY BUILDING
Mayor Kennedy Stewart has proclaimed April 1-7 2019
April 2019: Subway Early Works Construction Begins
Subway Early Works Construction Begins
To maintain access to transit along the Broadway corridor during the
April 2019: Broadway Plan
Help shape the area of Broadway between Clark Drive and Vine Street!
The City of Vancouver
