Ottawa Street BIA

Our BIA

Ottawa Street is Hamilton’s Destination for Inspiration.

The Ottawa Street BIA is a collective voice that represents the unique needs of the community and aims to create a vibrant and sustainable business, cultural and residential environment. The association is committed to improving and promoting Ottawa Street through investment and advocacy to further its position as Hamilton’s Destination for Inspiration. Our vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive shopping district and residential community in Hamilton’s East End.

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About

The Ottawa Street Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a nonprofit association established in 1985. The Ottawa Street BIA runs from Main Street to Barton and is located in the Heart of Hamilton’s East End. It is made up of more than 100 businesses and property owners offering a unique mix of retail, goods, and services. The BIA promotes Ottawa Street as the vibrant and eclectic commercial, retail, residential, and entertainment spot, attracting more people to live, shop, work and gather.

Ottawa Street’s distinct character has attracted a variety of fabric and home-decorating businesses throughout the years as it continually strives to re-invent itself. Today, a recent influx of antique stores, more eclectic retail offerings and eateries continue to keep Ottawa Street pertinent.

Our intention is to improve business within the BIA area through beautification, promotion, advocating on behalf of its members, and improving tourism. Some benefits include the improvement of the physical environment, including parking, benches, flowers, planters, special street lighting, improved streetscapes, art and beautification projects. We strive to work annually with local artists to create placemaking projects that reflect our beliefs and ideals.

A large part of what we do is the marketing and promotion of the area as a business and shopping community. These marketing and promotion efforts can include organizing community events, public relations programs, and advertising campaigns. Advocating on behalf of its members at Council meetings, seminars, and public meetings. During these events, activations and programs we focus on hiring local entertainers, performers, musicians, artists, etc to enhance the experience. All our events are non-profit and free to attend for everyone.

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What spot on Ottawa Street are you showing your friends and family?

Is it your favourite spot to dine? Or a shop with the coolest finds? Let us know! ⬇️
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On a budget this year but still want to support businesses in your community? 🤔

Here’s a list of ways you can show your support for free🧾

✨Share their posts to your story
✨Like & comment on their content
✨Spread the word to your family and friends 
✨Leave a Google review for others to see
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Find Santa strolling down Ottawa Street North with @glendalearts_hwdsb students singing festive tunes from 2:00pm-4:00pm today!

#onlyonottawastreet #holidaycheer
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Welcome to Ottawa Street North @sarebeautybar 🎀

Now open and offering hair services, luxury hair extensions, permanent jewellery and professional beauty services at 323 Ottawa Street North!

Book your appointment online to get holiday ready.

#new #newbusiness #onlyonottawast
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🎄✨ Join us on Saturday, December 7th for a magical day of Holiday Cheer on Ottawa Street North! 🎅🎁

📸 10AM - 1PM:

Holiday Photo Booth with Santa at @crownandpressgallery 🎅
Photo Frame Crafts & Festive Treats at @earlscourtgallery 🎨🍪
Horse & Carriage Rides, Live Music by Alfie & Nicole, and Hot Chocolate at 3 Britannia Avenue/Ottawa St. Farmers’ Market 🐴🎶☕
🎅 2PM - 4PM:

Santa strolling Ottawa Street North from Main to Barton 🌟
Christmas music & more hot chocolate continues at 3 Britannia Avenue! 🎵☕

✨ Shop local and find the perfect gifts from our small businesses this holiday season. 🛍️🎁

📍 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton
📸 Don’t forget to tag us in your festive photos!
📲 @ottawastbia @ottawastnbia

#HolidayCheer #OttawaStreetNorth #ShopLocal #festivefun
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Satisfy those cravings with a trip to Ottawa street 🤤

@Pokecohamilton
@Boardwalkcheesesteaks
@Dorascatering
@Elliskitchenca
@eathambrgr

And so much more! View a full directory of our dining options on our website 💻
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Sorry, we’re busy spending the day on Ottawa Street ✨

Shop, dine, unwind and explore. 

Plan your trip today!
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❄️Countdown to Holiday Cheer Giveaway!❄️

Join us next Saturday December 7th on Ottawa Street North!

Make your holiday season unforgettable with free carriage rides, holiday photos, live music, hot chocolate and more!

Shop local this holiday season and discover the perfect gifts from Ottawa Street North's small businesses.

To celebrate we are giving away one $50 gift certificate (to one Ottawa Street North business) to one lucky winner to spend on holiday shopping! 

To enter:
1. Like this post
2. Tag a friend who would love Holiday Cheer 
3. Share this post in your story (and @ mention us) for a bonus entry.

The giveaway closes Tuesday December 3rd at 11:59pm.
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Located in the heart of the Ottawa Street Shopping District in Hamilton, the Ottawa Street Farmers’ Market features a great selection of fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables, artisan breads and desserts, VQA wine, local raw honey, prepared foods, gourmet dog treats, and natural skin care products 👨🏼‍🌾

Take a trip to the farmers market before it closes for the season ⛄️

📍Municipal lot 2C (beside 3 Britannia Ave)
⏰8am-2pm 
🗓️Every Saturday (Until December 21st)
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It’s almost Black Friday and some of our shops on Ottawa street are getting ready to bring you some amazing deals!🛍️

Visit our website for a full directory of shops 💻
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