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GREENTBIZ SAVE MONEY WHILE GREENING YOUR BUSINESS! greenTbiz is a program delivery unit, operated under the auspices of the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA) that provides programs and services to Toronto BIAs, for the benefit of its members and the environment. greenTbiz is presently funded by the Toronto Atmospheric Fund and the Ontario Power Authority, Conservation Bureau to deliver programs and services to all BIAs and their members that will reduce costs while improving the environment. Opportunities for BIA Members: greenAssist • greenAssist provides small businesses, BIAs and/or property owners with the services and products that are the most practical at reducing energy consumption. • One-on-one consultation regarding how to save money through energy conservation. e.g. lighting consultations. • Connection with products and services for energy conservation and efficiency, including new efficient lighting technologies, such as T8, T5, CFL, CCFL and LED. Smart Mentoring Business owner/manager mentors will be recruited and, with assistance from the greenTbiz program coordinator, will provide advice to other BIA members on the implementation process, challenges and barriers of energy/environmental conservation initiatives. Currently, greenTbiz is seeking mentors who can assist BIA members with their energy/environmental initiatives. We are also looking for BIA members who wish to be mentored and receive advice from other BIA mentors. Opportunities for BIAs: greenTbiz would like to invite BIAs and BIA members to participate in our programs! If you are interested in participating in, or learning more about any of the programs mentioned here, please contact: Chantal Brundage greenTbiz Program Manager 416.697.9000 or Chantal@greenTbiz.org Visit the website for more information: www.greenTbiz.org Energy Efficiency for Street, Pedestrian and Decorative Lighting The BIAs have the opportunity to save energy and money through their street, pedestrian and decorative lighting. Through various pilots, greenTbiz is exploring the use of dimming technology, PV Solar and LED lamps for the lighting needs of the BIAs. For more information about these pilots and energy efficiency opportunities for your lighting, please contact us. greenTalks greenTalks are seminars and workshops offered to BIA businesses on topics that are relevant to SMEs and contribute to improving environmental and energy conservation education. If you wish to set up a greenTalk in your BIA, on the topic of your choice, please contact greenTbiz. CAN IT! The CAN IT! (Community Ambassador Network & Information Team) program will coordinate volunteers to act as waste monitors during special events. This will ensure that waste generated is disposed of appropriately. This program not only reduces recyclables being brought to landfills but also creates a sense of goodwill by the public who see the BIA taking the initiative to recycle. Contact greenTbiz if you would like more information about having the CAN IT! program at one of your special events. 25
ACCESSIBILITY FOR ONTARIANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT In June, 2005 the new Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act, 2005 was passed into law. The purpose of the Act is to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and to enable them to become involved in the identification, removal and prevention of barriers to their full participation in the life of the province. Meaningful, realistic standards are being developed by members of the disability community, business and sector representatives, and government. The standards development committees have the flexibility to tailor the implementation of accessibility requirements to economic realities. Standards will be set in both the public and private sectors to address the full range of disabilities, including physical, sensory, mental health, developmental and learning. Common standards are being developed in customer service, built environment, employment and information and communications. Transportation is an example of a sector-specific standard. Additional sector-specific standards may also be developed. The standards will be phased in allowing businesses to spread their accessibility investments over 20 years as part of their normal planning and capital investment cycle. The committees may set different standards and timelines for different types and sizes of operations; they will not take a one-size-fits-all approach. Standards could include: • Accessible pedestrian routes and entrances into buildings. • Lower counter heights at cash registers to accommodate wheelchairs. • Large print menus in restaurants for the visually-impaired. • Staff training in serving customers with learning disabilities. This new law will have implications for BIA members and TABIA has taken a proactive stance in 2 key areas: • A representative of TABIA sits on the customer service standards committee • In 2006 TABIA partnered with the Ministry of Community and Social Services in a project to increase awareness of accessibility in small business by promoting accessibility best practices within the business community through: - Production of a “How-To Become Accessible” multimedia resource; - Launching a new province-wide competition to promote accessibility best practices within the business community; and, - Sharing concise, targeted information with BIA members and small businesses across the province on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2005, and on how to become accessible. Accessibility resources are available on the TABIA website - look for Accessible Mainstreet www.toronto-bia.com/resources/accessibility.php 26
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Page 4 and 5: TORONTO FACT SHEET • Set on the n
Page 6 and 7: TABIA WEBSITE Visit www.toronto-bia
Page 8 and 9: TABIA ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Mr. LION
Page 10 and 11: TAX COMMITTEE The provincial budget
Page 12 and 13: TAX COMMITTEE - YOUR TAX BILL EXPLA
Page 14 and 15: TABIA TASK FORCE ON CRIME: PREVENTI
Page 16 and 17: TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE The Transp
Page 18 and 19: GEOGRAPHIC BASED BIA SUPPORT SYSTEM
Page 20 and 21: TABIA MILESTONES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Page 22 and 23: TABIA DISCOUNTS & SAVINGS PROGRAMS
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Page 48 and 49: MAKING A DEPUTATION TO A COMMITTEE
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