Sunny Tsawwassen

The Tsawwassen BIA was formed in January 1991 with the mandate to build and maintain a strong business community, and to promote the downtown area, so that our businesses thrive and prosper. The commercial district of Tsawwassen along 56th Street and 12th Avenue is the heart of town, with over 250 businesses ranging from retail shops, award-winning restaurants & unique coffee shops, and a variety of professional services. Our members range from small retail owner-operated businesses to larger corporate entities and member breakdown is equal between the professional sector and retail/service sector. Now in its fifth, 5-year term, the Tsawwassen BIA and its board of directors continue to focus on business development, promotion and creating economic opportunities for its members through many avenues including: co-op advertising programs; beautifying the community with upgraded light fixtures and streetscaping; liaising with the Mayor, Delta City Council, and tourist organizations; and by sponsoring special events that bring people downtown and keep things hopping! What is a BIA? Business Improvement Area (BIA) organizations are not-for-profit associations that work behind the scenes to unite commercial property owners and businesses located within the boundaries of specific neighbourhoods. You may not be aware that they even exist, and that’s partly the point, because their role is to make the community look and feel good (not to promote their work). BIA’s are responsible for marketing programs, street enhancement (like Christmas lights and banners), and event planning. They also work closely with local businesses as the glue that holds them together – creating a seamless, united community-feel. BIA’s are managed by a Board of Directors who set the priorities and direction for the community and make decisions to keep everyone on-track with the various initiatives they support.