The Heart of What We Do
The West Broadway Business Improvement Association (WBBIA) consists of businesses and property owners on West Broadway from Collingwood to Larch St. Our volunteer board members are committed to enhancing the vitality of the business community by developing initiatives that enhance and benefit our area, from promoting small businesses and local events, to streetscape projects and developing community partnerships.
Citywide, provincially and internationally, BIAs are dynamic organizations providing programs ranging from marketing, street beautification, safety and security and business relations.
The WBIBIA and its merchants are host to many exciting events, promotions and fun activities all year round – and these are just a few reasons millions of people visit Kitsilano on West Broadway each year!
As a newer BIA relative to others in the city, the WBBIA operates with mainly one staff, and a smaller budget, and we optimize resources through partnerships and collaboration. We partner with Vancouver BIAs on advocacy and citywide initiatives to support local businesses, and co-chair the Vancouver BIAs marketing committee with the West 4th BIA. Here is a presentation of collaborative initiatives, implemented in the city and beyond!
For more information about the West Broadway BIA, please contact us.
BIA Information & Annual Report
Click here for the 2025 Annual Report, featuring BIA information, project highlights, community partners, and upcoming initiatives.
The BIA operates on a five-year term, and our fourth term runs from 2026 to 2031. Please click here for more details, including exciting plans in the coming year(s)!
Come on Board!
The West Broadway BIA Board Members are local business and property owners, and dedicated volunteers! To participate, attend a meeting or for more info, please contact us.
Board of Directors
Sabrina Faas – President
Bayswater Tea Co.
Dave Rayat – Vice President
Property Owner, First Avenue Venture Partners
Alex Zbar – Treasurer
Property Owner, MLW Ventures
Patrick North
Navacord (Formerly Waypoint Insurance)
Nick Panos
Omega Travel
Joe Shrestha
Minuteman Press
Hang Zhou
Scotiabank
Executive Director BIO
Michelle Barile is the Executive Director of the West Broadway BIA, and a consultant in BIA formations and marketing. She has worked with the West Broadway BIA since its formation in 2011 and began as a volunteer!
Her role includes: graphic design, promotions, events, street beautification, strategic planning, budget planning, administration, and advocacy to support the business area and small businesses.
She has worked internationally in marketing communications, and has 18 years of BIA experience, implementing award-winning initiatives that engage the community and enhance retail neighbourhoods.
Her small business experience began with making aluminum railings at her Dad’s factory (coincidentally called Broadway Manufacturing) and attempting to waitress at her Mom’s restaurant (breaking dishes since 1995. OPA!)
