

- Description
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The Yonge North York Business Improvement Area (BIA) was recently established and is one of over 80 BIAs in Toronto. Our organization is overseen by a voluntary Board of Directors from our business community. Representing over 1600 business and commercial property members, with over 30,000 employees and 51,000 residents within our district, we are one of the largest BIAβs in Toronto. Located along the Yonge corridor between Hwy 401 and just North of Finch Avenue, our urban district is experiencing significant development. The Yonge North York BIAβs vision is to be the preferred destination in North Toronto for businesses, residents, visitors and workers to live, work and play: By promoting the area as an accessible, safe, urban, vibrant and alternative destination to downtown Toronto and the suburbs; By creating economic growth and opportunity for members; and By improving the quality of life through business attraction, capacity building, events, marketing, public realm, retention and revitalization.
- Number of employees
- 2 - 10 employees
- Company website
- https://yongenorthyork.com/
- Categories
- Data visualization Communications Project management Grant writing Website development
- Industries
- Business services
Recent projects
Yonge North York Broker's Event Photography
The challenges brought about by COVID-19, many businesses have adopted the hybrid work model, causing concerns for office owners. Our objective is to alleviate this by creating more opportunities for owners with vacant units to rent their spaces. We aim to showcase the space through vibrant photos suitable for social media, website and any marketing collateral purpose. These images will serve to promote the office building, specifically emphasizing the available units. Additionally, this content will be featured on our upcoming website, ensuring it stays current with our evolving functionality.
Festival Photography and/or Video Sizzle Reel and Content Creation
Creating a vibrant sizzle video as well as short clips for social media that encapsulates the event's atmosphere, crowds, activities, partners, speeches, etc. which can be used to promote the festival and showcase it in following years to our members, partners and sponsors. More information about the event can be found at: www.yongenorthyork.com/enchantedlights
Yonge North York BIA Business Directory Development
The project's main objective is to undertake a comprehensive review of the Yonge North York BIA Business Directory. The expected outcome is a valuable resource fostering community engagement, supporting local businesses, and providing students with practical experience. Expected Outcome: By the end of the project, the goal is to have a fully updated and aesthetically pleasing Business Directory that offers the following outcomes: Comprehensive Information: The directory will provide accurate and detailed information about local businesses, including their products, services, contact details, and operating hours. User-Friendly Interface: The directory will feature an intuitive and user-friendly interface, ensuring easy navigation and accessibility for residents and visitors. Enhanced Community Engagement: The project aims to strengthen the connection between the community and local businesses by providing a platform for interaction and exploration. Increased Visibility for Businesses: Local businesses will benefit from increased visibility, attracting a broader customer base and fostering a sense of community support. Valuable Learning Experience: Student interns involved in the project will gain practical experience in data collection, collaboration, problem-solving, and project management within a real-world context.
Sponsorship Strategy, Communications & Outreach
Strategic Partnership Development: Proven ability to identify and establish strategic partnerships with sponsors aligning with BIA activities and festival goals. Sponsor Prospecting: Proficient in researching and identifying potential sponsors who share a synergy with our BIA initiatives. Contact Management: Experience in managing and maintaining a comprehensive list of potential sponsors, including their contact information and relevant details. Communications: Ability to create compelling and tailored sponsorship communications, showcasing the benefits and value proposition for potential sponsors. Outreach Expertise: Demonstrated success in conducting outreach to organizations, effectively conveying the vision and objectives of BIA activities with a persuasive and professional tone. We would be seeking 2-3 team members to implement this project.
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