Wiarton BIA
The Wiarton BIA promotes the established area as a business or shopping area. They also promote beautification to support the Wiarton business community.
View the Wiarton BIA boundary map.
In partnership with the RT07, the downtown Wiarton video was created. The video showcases all of the wonderful places, to explore, shop and dine in downtown Wiarton.
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Wiarton BIA Election Notice - December 22, 2025 |
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In response to the call for eligible interested people to fill the two (2) vacancies on the Board of Management, we received only one letter of interest from Ann Marie Hadcock, Sand Witches Food Truck 583 Berford Street. An election was held on December 22, 2025 between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm to allow the membership to vote on the interested candidate. No members of the BIA attended Town Hall to vote. In January, a report will go to Council seeking their direction regarding the filling of the vacancies. Angie Cathrae, Director of Legislative Services/Clerk |
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BIA Approved Strategic Plan |
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The Wiarton BIA Board of Management has worked very hard to make a strategic plan that is achievable, modern and serves the BIA in an effective and responsible manner. The text of the Plan was approved at the Board of Management meeting on November 5, 2025. The document is being finalized and will be posted once it is in its most polished format. Below are the highlights of the Plan. mission statement “The Wiarton Business Improvement Area nurtures and enhances the vibrant, inclusive downtown ensuring it remains a premier four-season community and tourist destination.” vision statement “Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bruce Peninsula and Georgian Bay, downtown Wiarton is a place where businesses flourish, residents thrive and visitors are inspired by the unique blend of cultural offerings and community.” strategic pillars and key initiatives 1. Customer Attraction a) Targeted Marketing by promoting key sectors of the BIA b) General Marketing of Natural Assets and Recreational Opportunities c) Utilizing Data to support marketing in targeted locations d) Wayfinding for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians
2. Fostering Small-Town Appeal a) Collaboration with community to encourage and promote annual cultural events in the public spaces of the downtown that inspire locals and visitors to shop
3. Beautification a) Flowers, trees, hanging baskets b) Banners and other lamp post decorations c) Collaboration with local artists and history lovers to support the enhancement of the downtown d) Maintenance above and beyond what is offered by the municipality
4. Organizational Growth and Membership Engagement a) Increased communication through a regular newsletter b) Encourage membership to be engaged in budget process and board vacancies c) Collaborative economic development efforts (ie. Spruce the Bruce, RT07, OBIA Employment Education, Data sharing etc.) d) Ensure membership includes the increased business growth of the downtown e) Improving our BIA brand image f) Employee training/skills upgrading (for example-customer service, engaging with disabilities, etc.) g) Investigating shared services (examples - window washing, bathroom cleaning, recycling/garbage)
5. Advocacy to Government a) Reduction in pollution relating to traffic (ie. vehicle noise/fumes) b) BIA boundary expansion c) Increased parking options d) Increased accessibility e) Access to public bathrooms f) Available Wi-Fi and cellphone reception/data g) Supporting diverse transportation options |
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2018 Audited Financial Statement 2019 Audited Financial Statement 2020 Audited Financial Statement 2021 Audited Financial Statement |
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| 2025 Board of Management Members | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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David Nusko (Chair) Melanie Hepburn Deputy Mayor Caleb Hull (Deputy Chair) Adam Lesperance Cory Dobbin 2 vacant seats |
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| 2026 Budget | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Director of Financial Services/Treasurer has prepared the 2026 budget using a new format. To view the budget book, use the link. OpenBook
The 2026 approved budget is in the chart below. Council adopted the budget on December 2, 2025.
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| Wiarton BIA Board of Management Meetings | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Board of Management meets on the second Monday of January, February, April, May, September, October and November at 6:00 pm in the South Bruce Peninsula Council Chambers (315 George Street Wiarton). Meetings may be cancelled or special meetings scheduled, subject to procedure and quorum requirements. Delegations can be scheduled by contacting the Town Clerk. 519-534-1400 ext 122. Agendas are posted on the Town Community Calendar. If no meeting is scheduled, no agenda or notice will be posted. Minutes of the meetings are available for viewing. Minutes are posted in "draft" until the Board of Management formally adopts them by resolution. |
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BIA Boundary Map |
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