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Since 2006, the Barrhaven BIA has been committed to making the community a more welcoming and successful place to live, shop and do business.

Community Events

Community Events

Local events bring vibrancy to a community. This leads to a more prosperous business sector. Barrhaven is home to the following major community events; Mattamy Homes’ Canada Day in Barrhaven (July), and The Barrhaven Santa Claus Parade (November).

What is the BBIA?

What is the BBIA?

The Barrhaven Business Improvement Area was created by the City of Ottawa in 2006 to help all local businesses succeed by establishing Barrhaven as Ottawa’s premier shopping, business and entertainment destination.

Membership Benefits

Membership Benefits

As well as online resources to start or grow a business, the BBIA offers many opportunities for members to share concerns and advice by networking with other Barrhaven business owners, professionals, developers and property owners.

Opportunities

Opportunities

Through a variety opportunities, your company will be recognized as a leader who adds value to the community by participating in our programs, projects, committees and events. 

Advocacy

Advocacy

All Barrhaven businesses operating in commercial units, as well as local mall owners, are automatically part of the BBIA. As a business owner, you can influence what happens in our district by providing feedback… read more

Healthy Local Economy

Healthy Local Economy

The BBIA assists with fostering local economic development and revitalization in our area, stimulating new impetus for tourism and investment in the wider community. Increased business activity improves both the municipal and sales tax base and supports public services of benefit to all. Fostering community… read more

Trusted Representation

Trusted Representation

The BBIA has assembled a team of trusted supporters of the local business district who are active in the local community. Our Board consists of representatives from a number of different sectors; real estate, grocery, restaurant, coffee, banking, pharmacy, fitness, insurance and accounting.  Our experienced… read more