Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival – Call for Artists & Entertainers

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Parkdale Village

Planning has kicked off for the 4th Annual Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival on Sat May 7th from 11am-6pm!!! If you’re a local artist, crafter, performer, musician or busker and want to share your talent with the community, we would love to hear from you. We have a few spots remaining within the ‘FUN’ zones created along Queen Street West for the Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival and you may just be the perfect fit.

Please submit the following details by Friday April 1 via email to director@parkdalevillagebia.com

Name of Applicant
Name of Band/Artist
Describe your act/medium (abstract dance, kids performer, visual art)
Short artist bio (140 characters)
Contact information: contact name, cell, email, and website
Have you recently shared your performance, crafts, art at an event?
List any equipment and/or space you would require (table, technical needs, wall for mounting)

View photos from last years event here.

Commercial Façade Improvement Grant

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Parkdale Village

The Commercial Façade Improvement Program provides funding to commercial and private property owners to redesign, renovate or restore commercial or industrial building façades. The eligible improvements include, but are not limited to, brick cleaning, restoration, wheelchair accessibility, doors, signage, windows, lighting and masonry.

The submission deadline is Thursday, May 19, 2016 or when all 2016 funds have been allocated.

What are the benefits?

Improving the appearance of your building’s façade shows that you care about your property. In addition, your neighborhood streetscape is improved. This provides a more welcoming environment to work, shop and live.

How is funding calculated?

Half of the cost of eligible improvements to commercial or industrial building façades is covered and will be based on the lowest contractor estimate submitted with the application. The minimum funding is $2,500 with a maximum of $10,000 for non-corner properties. A corner property is eligible for maximum funding of $12,500.

Who is eligible?

- You must be the property owner or have the permission of the property owner
- Your building must be located in a Business Improvement Area (BIA) that has been in existence for five (5) or more years
- You must not owe outstanding taxes to the City
- You must not start your improvement project before the funding application is approved
- You must have not received the maximum façade improvement funding for your property in previous years.

How do I apply?

Applicant contacts the City’s BIA Office to determine eligibility
Phone 416-392-1005
Fax: 416-392-1380
E-mail: msaunder@toronto.ca
Applicant completes application form
City reviews the application. Funding review committees are composed of local architects, business owners, historical experts and other community representatives and make recommendations to City Council
City approves or declines the application
City issues funding cheques to successful applicants upon completion of the agreed-upon work.

Graffiti Maintenance Program: Request for Quote

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Parkdale Village

The Parkdale Village BIA seeks a contractor to facilitate Graffiti Removal at various locations throughout the Parkdale Village Business Improvement Area for a nine (9) month period, starting April 8, 2016 and ending December 31, 2016.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

All RFQ documents are to be submitted electronically by Friday March 18^th, 5:00pm to director@parkdalevillagebia.com. Please direct all inquiries concerning this RFQ document via email to Anna Bartula at director@parkdalevillagebia.com or by phone (416) 536-6918.

Download RFQ and related document here:

February Newsletter: Parkdale Love, MPAC & Digital Main Street

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Parkdale Village BIA

Our February Newsletter is out and covers items such as:

Parkdale Love: Thank you to everyone who supported the Parkdale Village 137th Year Anniversary campaign & reception! Photos from our community reception are now on Facebook & Website courtesy of photographer Kendra Marjerrison. Our campaign saw over 100 community leaders, shops & residents get together to celebrate our rich history and make connections. Additionally, we saw great imitative from the many shops offering incentives during the campaign and a big thank you to the shop owners who provided door prizes for the reception. We encourage you to continue the Parkdale Love, meet your neighbors, promote each others businesses, work together and help build another 137 years of Parkdale!
2016 Event & Marketing Snapshot:A reminder that the 2016 Event & Marketing snapshot has been distributed, please check your mailboxes, additionally our website for details. We have started to receive inquiries about participating in upcoming events or requesting support in promoting your marketing/promotions, remember we are here to help so please reach out to us.
Vandalism: We have seen increased damage and vandalism to our winter floral plants within the planters this season. If you see any vandalism please contact us, likewise if the planters are damaged or need to be cleaned out.
Graffiti Removal Contract: In the coming weeks we will be posting a Request for Estimate regarding the extended maintenance contract for Graffiti Removal within our BIA. The RFE will be available online, once a vendor is awarded the contract we will notify members about the extended Graffiti removal service and how this may benefit your business even more.

Digital Main Street: We’re excited to announce that the Parkdale BIA is taking part in a City of Toronto & TABIA pilot project ‘Digital Main Street Portal’. Free to BIA members, the Digital Main Street Portal helps small businesses navigate the often confusing and overwhelming online universe. From helping set up a Facebook business page to deciding what Point of Sale system is the right choice, the Digital Main Street Portal is Toronto small businesses guide to all things digital.A select group of BIA businesses & organizations have been chosen for the pilot phase and will be contacted within the next few weeks. If you have any questions about this program please contact us today.

MPAC Property Assessment Session: As always, MPP Cheri DiNovo will be hosting a residential MPAC information Session to assist residents with questions they may have about their assessment, how it works and what to do if they disagree with the assessment.
Tuesday February 9th @ 7:00pm
Runnymede Library (2178 Bloor St W)

Check out our Photos from the Parkdale Village 137th Year Anniversary Reception!

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Parkdale Village BIA

The Parkdale Village BIA thanks all the shop owners, community leaders and residents for joining us at last weeks 137th Year Anniversary Reception and for shopping the hood throughout the weekend! Thank you to all the shops who offered deals and provided door prizes!

More photos are up on our Facebook!

Photos: Kendra Marjerrison

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Parkdale 137th Anniversary Deals!

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Parkdale Village BIA

Join us January 21-24th and help celebrate Parkdale’s 137th Anniversary by shopping local, sharing Parkdale stories, memories and strolling the strip! Visit some of the local shops celebrating our rich history:

Duggan’s Brewery – Parkdale 137th shop owner and community Reception Thu Jan 21 @ 8pm, RSVP required (director@parkdalevillagebia.com), space limited
The Grand Trunk – Parkdale 137th Birthday Party Friday Jan 22 @ 10pm. Drink specials, fun and friends! A few sweet surprizes too! No cover.
Chartreuse Style – Enjoy 10% off all regular priced items & up to 50% off select items
Contrast Living – Receive a gift with purchase when you spend $40+, and all walk-in customers will be entitled to enter a draw for a 7kg giant salt lamp!
Yummy Stuff – 15% off birthday cakes
Sylvie & Shimmy – 15% off new arrivals on Jan 23 only
Gloryhole Doughnuts – D-nut special
This Little Piggy – up to 25% off winter clothing & accessories
Studio 1484 – up to 20% off
Public Butter – up to 50% off

Happy 137th Anniversary Parkdale Village!

Parkdale Village Celebrates 137th Year Anniversary Jan 21-24!

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Parkdale Village BIA

The Parkdale Village BIA invites residents and visitors to celebrate the 137th Year Anniversary of Parkdale Village.

Although January 1^st marks the date that Parkdale became a village, the Parkdale Village BIA (PVBIA) will be celebrating the rich history of Parkdale Village from January 21-24^th, 2014 by inviting residents and visitors to take a stroll down memory lane, explore the many businesses who will be celebrating in their own ways, and admire the Victorian architecture within Parkdale Village. The four day celebration kicks off with an evening Reception on Thursday January 21^st, 2016, 8pm at Duggan’s Brewery 1346 Queen West. Please RSVP at director@parkdalevillagebia.com

Residents and visitors will also be encouraged to learn more about the community by visiting the new Parkdale Village BIA website and Facebook page, where historical photos and stories will be shared throughout the month.
Visit us online for daily announcements and share your memories of this wonderful neighbourhood!

Happy Anniversary Parkdale Village!

Spend your Holidays & New Years in Parkdale!

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Parkdale Village BIA

Haven’t finished your shopping yet, no worries there are still so many great deals and opportunity to shop local in Parkdale Village. But the holidays don’t stop there, take a look at some New Years celebrations, consider making a reservation at one of the dozens of Restaurants and of course shop the hood for your perfect Holiday and New Years outfit & accessories!

EVENTS

Who: Black market at Black Artists’s Networks in Dialogue
What: Saturdays & Sundays browse handmade beauty products, one-of-a-kind clothing, hats, photographs, jewelry and more!
When: Dec 19-20

Who: Holiday Market at Crown Flora
What: Check out & try their full line of products plus get free samples
When: Dec 19

Who: Kids Workshop Series at West End Food Coop
What: Kids workshops ages 6-10, register online
When: Dec 23

Who: Community Craft Nights at Greenest City
What: Free craft workshops for all skill levels
When: Dec 22

Who: The Grand Trunk
What: Festivus Party
When: Dec 23

Who: Miss Things
What: New Years Dinner & Party
When: Dec 31

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Who: The Shameful Tiki Room
What: New Years Party
When: Dec 31

Who: Cadillac Lounge
What: Disco Dance Costume Party
When: Dec 31

Who: Parkdale Drink
What: New Years Eve Party
When: Dec 31

Who: Parts and Labour
What: New Years Eve Party
When: Dec 31

Shop The Hood Deals & Events this Holiday Season!

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Parkdale Village BIA

There’s so many great places to visit while you #ShopTheHood this weekend and throughout December, here’s a snapshot of where to explore, we’ll be updating this list regularly so check back soon!

DEALS

Who: Black Friday and Shop The Hood Deals at Shopgirls Boutique
What: Up to 25% off online and in store
When: Nov 27-30

Who: Black Friday Deals at Cambie
What: 20% off everything in store on Nov 27 and 20% off online from Nov 27-30 using discount code “HOLIDAY 20′
When: Nov 27-30

Who: Black Friday Deals at Toronto Designers Market
What: Up to 50% off select vendors
When: Nov 27 11am-midnight

Who: Black Friday Deals at Boutique Café
What: 25% off in store
When: Nov 27

Who: Black Friday Deals at Community 54
What: Up to 70% off
When: Nov 27

Who: Shop The Hood Ellingwood Soaps Pop Up Shop at Crown Flora
What: Try their full line of products just in time for the holidays
When: Nov 28th 12-6pm

Who: Black Friday and Shop The Hood Deals at Public Butter
What: 50% off everything
When: November/December

Who: Black Friday & Shop The Hood Deals at Contrast Living
What: 15% off All regular-priced item and 10% off all Sales items (until Dec 6) or Order a Haz & Pal Dining Table (shown below) & get a matching bench for 0nly $80
When: Nov 27-29th and some extensions till Dec 6th

Who: Black Friday and Shop The Hood Deals at Love & Greed
What: 15% off shoes, sweaters and suits for the Black Friday and 15% off accessories Nov 28th.
When: Nov 27-28

Who: Black Friday Deals at Sylvie and Shimmy
What: 20% off in store
When: Nov 27

Who: Black Friday and Shop The Hood Deals at This Little Piggy Shop
What: Up to 40% off in store and online
When: Nov 28-29

Who: Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals at North Standard Trading Post
What: 30% off entire store (Nov 27) and 30% off all online orders (Nov 30)
When: Nov 27 & Nov 30

Who: Black Friday to Cyber Monday Deals at Wind Grove
What: Up to 50% off in store & up to 40% off online using code “blackfriday2015′
When: Nov 27 & Nov 30

Who: Black Friday Deal at Chartreuse Style
What: Up to 40% off select merchandise in store
When: Nov 27

Who: Black Friday Deal at Common Sort
What: 25% off all solid black 2nd hand clothing
When: Nov 27

Who: Black Friday Deal at Frances Watson
What: 20% off everything
When: Nov 27

Who: Shop The Hood Deals at Yummy Stuff
What: 15% ginger bread cookies, cookie advent calendars & ginger bread house kits
When: Nov 28

Who: Shop the Hood Deals at JR’s Natural Health & Bulk
What: 10% off in store purchase
When: Nov 28-29

Who: Students for a Free Tibet at Tsampa Cafe
What: 0% off Students for a Free Tibet t-shirts ($10) with proceeds supporting the non-profit
When: Nov 28

Who: Shop the Hood Deals at Skeir Gallery
What: Up to 30% off all Art
When: till Dec 6th

EVENTS

Who: Ketchup Art Closing Party at Jinks Art Factory
What: Art by Mickey 5 Bucks
When: Nov 28th 8pm

Who: Bonar-Parkdale Church
What: Annual Christmas Bazaar
When: Nov 28th 10-3pm

Who: Our Lady of Lebanon
What: Annual Holiday Bazaar; browse ornaments, toys, art, baked goods & more!
When: Nov 29 & Dec 6

Who: Holiday Food, Art & Craft Market at West End Food Coop
What: Over 25 Food & Craft Vendors
When: Dec 6th 11am-4pm

Who: Parkdale Public School Annual Winter Fair
What: Silent Auction, artisan market, bake sale, activities for kids & more!
When: Dec 5th 10am-2pm

Who: White Kitschmas Celebration at The Cadillac Lounge
What: A Toronto Vintage Society Holiday Celebration
When: Dec 5th 7pm

Who: Book signing at West End Comics
What: Come out to the book signing of the brand new graphic novel The Voyageur. Created by documentary screenwriter and filmmaker Jeff Sturge and Toronto illustrator Nick Marinkovich. Drop by to pick up a copy and to chat with the creators!
When: Dec 9th 5pm

Who: The Dale Ministries
What: Come and join The Dale as we carol through the neighbourhood. We will gather at 201 Cowan Avenue (in the Jeremiah Community space at the back) at 7:30 pm for homemade goodies, leaving at 8 pm to greet Parkdale with song.
When: Dec 9th 7:30pm

Who: 1st Annual Onesie Party at The Grand Trunk
What: Come dressed in your finest onesie and have some fun times and delicious beverages! Drink specials, tasty snacks and sweet prizes!
When: Dec 11th 10pm

Who: Holiday Market at Parkdale Flea
What: Brose the Holiday Market; antiques, collectibles, designer objects, crafts, food & drinks!
When: Dec 12-13th