The Downtown Bank Street Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a 15 block shopping district and community that strives to make the area cleaner, safer and more vibrant. The Downtown Bank Street BIA is leading a new spirit of cooperation among property owners, businesses and the community by providing a range of programs including maintenance, marketing, economic vitality and physical improvements. These programs are designed to retain, expand and attract businesses and investment to improve the downtown environment. The result is the establishment of the Downtown Bank Street BIA as the premier business, cultural and entertainment destination in the Ottawa Area.