Downtown North Bay & Waterfront members are property owners and business operators within the Downtown Improvement Area boundaries. In coworking spaces and office hubs, the leaseholder is eligible to vote.
Membership connects you to Downtown initiatives designed to support business, increase visibility, encourage foot traffic and strengthen the downtown community.
New to Downtown?
Let's connect and make sure you have the information you need as a member.
Questions about your membership?
Contact the Downtown office.
Hosting an event, hiring, receiving media coverage or have something happening at your business? Send it our way.
Submit an Event
Share a Media Feature
We regularly share member events, promotions, news and photos on our social channels.
Facebook: @downtownnorthbay
Instagram: @downtownnorthbay
TikTok: @downtownnorthbay
Use:
#DowntownNorthBay
Tag us in your posts so we can find and share your content.
Every Downtown North Bay & Waterfront member business has a free listing in our online Business Directory.
Check Your Listing →
Follow that with a very simple checklist:
Your listing should include:
We take care of the exterior business photo.
Member Alert Emails
Important updates about construction, safety, weather, holidays, programs and other issues affecting downtown businesses.
*Ensure the office has your current email address.
Members-Only Facebook Group
A private space for downtown businesses and property owners to communicate, collaborate and share information.
Downtown Newsletter
Follow downtown news, events, member features and upcoming activities.
*This is sent out to the membership periodically throughout the year.
Looking for information, programs or tools to help with your business?
Business Resources →
Health and workplace information, business supports and other useful resources.
Downtown Incentive Programs →
City programs and incentives available to downtown businesses.
Sidewalk Patios →
Information about applying for a downtown sidewalk patio.
Report an Incident
Help us understand what's happening downtown. Members can report incidents occurring within the Downtown North Bay & Waterfront boundaries using our online incident report form.
You can choose to receive a copy of your submission.
Note: This is for DIA collection; and is not a police report.
Board of Management
Learn about the Board, meetings and governance.
Committees
Learn about the Promotions & Marketing, Beautification and Safety committees.
Want to participate?
Downtown businesses and employees are welcome to participate in our committees. Contact the office to learn more.
Annual General Meeting
Board Meeting Minutes
Financial Information
Looking for information about downtown outreach services and supports for individuals experiencing homelessness?