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OEV BIA
- Jun 5, 2020
- 3 min
Lorne Ave. Park construction begins June 15!
The construction of Lorne Ave. Park's first phase begins June 15, 2020 in OEV. The design and features are innovative and exciting, see
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OEV BIA
- Jun 4, 2020
- 4 min
During Cycling Month, get to know Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-Op
During Cycling Month, get to know Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-Op in OEV! We spoke to Executive Director Daniel Hall to get a sense of what's t
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OEV BIA
- May 21, 2020
- 3 min
Virtual Beer & BBQ Show partners to support OEV businesses!
This year, Western Fair District's Beer & BBQ Show goes virtual and has partnered with the OEV BIA to support area businesses!
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OEV BIA
- May 19, 2020
- 2 min
OEV Facade Beautification Project moves ahead thanks to CAAP
The OEV Facade Beautification Project, funded by CAAP lets local artists beautify boarded up storefronts that are closed due to COVID-19.
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OEV BIA
- May 11, 2020
- 4 min
OEV Community Connections Pt. 5: Artisan Bakery
In OEV Community Connections Pt. 4, see how OEV business Artisan Bakery stays connected to their community and their customers during challe
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OEV BIA
- May 8, 2020
- 2 min
OEV Community Connections Pt. 4: Odyssey Records
The OEV Community Connections series looks at how area businesses continue to reach their customers amid the pandemic. In Pt. 4, Odyssey Rec
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OEV BIA
- May 4, 2020
- 2 min
OEV Community Connections Pt. 3: Union Ten Distillery
Throughout the past month and a half, amid closures of non-essential businesses due to COVID-19, many OEV establishments made swift changes to service offerings. In order to continue serving customers, businesses have taken to curb side pickup, delivery, and selling online to name the most popular. However, some businesses determined early on a very different way to serve their community based on existing infrastructure available to them. In Pt. 3 of the “OEV Community Connec
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OEV BIA
- May 4, 2020
- 2 min
Dundas Construction Phase 1 to Begin in OEV
It has been a long time coming and a lot has been done behind the scenes to prepare for the upcoming Dundas Construction Phase 1 in Old East Village. Starting Monday May 4, the project will begin from Hewitt to Ontario Streets along Dundas. Below you will find some key points on what to expect along with important links for businesses moving forward. What to expect: Construction Phase 1 encompasses Dundas Street between English and Ontario Streets from May to November 2020 Ph
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OEV BIA
- Apr 30, 2020
- 2 min
OEV Community Connections Pt. 2: 10Eighteen Coffee Bar
In Pt. 2 of this series, “OEV Community Connections,” see how 10Eighteen Coffee Bar has shift in services to remain connected to their custo
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OEV BIA
- Apr 29, 2020
- 2 min
Pre-Construction Webinar Recap and Important Links
The City of London held a Pre-Construction Webinar on Thursday April 23 to present information on the upcoming Dundas Construction Phase 1. This meeting would have typically been in person featuring guest speaks, presentations, and the distribution of informational materials. Of course, the restrictions in place due to COVID-19 forced the meeting to take place online. However, that didn’t stop several guest speakers and panellists, along with 50 businesses, property owners, a
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OEV BIA
- Apr 24, 2020
- 3 min
OEV Community Connections Pt. 1: Mystic Bookshop
During these uncertain and difficult times, businesses of all sorts are adjusting their service offerings to meet the need of a world in pandemic. Over the past month we’ve seen massive shifts to delivery, pickup, and takeout options from businesses that would otherwise be overjoyed to meet their customers face to face on a daily basis. What we’ve seen is a turn to community-minded and efficient services aimed at serving customers despite the restrictions in place for social
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OEV BIA
- Apr 20, 2020
- 2 min
Taking action: Mayor's COVID-19 Impacts and Recovery Task Forces Report
Since mid-March, more than 200 individuals, organizations, businesses, and political officials have had weekly discussions surrounding the local social and economic impacts related to the global pandemic. Formally known as two distinct (but intertwined) entities, the Mayor’s Economic Impacts and Recovery as well as the Social Impact and Recovery Task Forces, have released their first of many formal reports. Throughout discussions, participants have spent several hours assessi
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OEV BIA
- Apr 7, 2020
- 3 min
Old East Village BIA COVID-19 Update
As we move into week three of these unprecedented times, we continue to search for ways to make things easier to navigate for businesses. While things have been difficult, Old East Village businesses continue to adapt and find new ways to access customers if able. At the BIA, we have been doing everything we can to assist in minimizing impacts but we welcome any feedback, suggestions or questions from businesses and the community for additional measures. At this time, many bu
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OEV BIA
- Mar 17, 2020
- 3 min
Small business resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic
We’re in difficult and uncertain times amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic. Hitting very close to home, we’ve seen in recent days many businesses closing their doors by choice in an effort to help “flatten the curve” we’ve all been talking so much about. There is so much at stake for any business, but especially small, independent businesses, when suspending regular open hours, activities or postponing/cancelling events, concerts, and plays are in question. However, we’re see
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OEV BIA
- Mar 6, 2020
- 2 min
Getting to know Strings Cafe and Guitar Shop
Strings Cafe & Guitar Shop at 757 Dundas Street in Old East Village is as quaint and welcoming as it is unique. Nestled nicely between Rectory and English, on the north side of Dundas, this place is a dream for the caffeine-loving gear head and general public all the same. Owner Phil Kikuchi is a Londoner born and raised who opened the shop last year following his relocation back to the Forest City after 15 years in BC. Upon return, and acknowledging changes in the local job
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OEV BIA
- Feb 28, 2020
- 3 min
London clay artists fight hunger with Empty Bowls
Over the past decade, Empty Bowls has become a highly anticipated and beloved event in the Forest City. It is a global initiative led by potters and clay artists to raise awareness and funds for hunger in communities for more than 40 years now. London’s Empty Bowls Fundraiser is supported by the London Potters Guild (LPG) and the London Clay Art Centre (LCAC) which takes place Friday, March 6 at The Goodwill Centre on Horton Street and is gearing up for its seventh, sold out
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OEV BIA
- Feb 10, 2020
- 2 min
Old fave, new name: Welcome back Asmara!
Over the past eight years, Asmara Caffee called 809 Dundas Street home. During this time, visitors and residents came to know owner Misgna Menameno, and the incredible coffee he roasts daily, very well. Upon entering, you'd be greeted with the friendliest smile, complete with your first name and an impressive rehashing of your previous order. You'd feel immediately welcomed and very much at home. On December 24, 2019, Asmara Caffee closed its doors at 809 Dundas but for no ot
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OEV BIA
- Feb 5, 2020
- 1 min
Community Meeting! Proposed residential development at Hewitt and Dundas
Please attend the Community Meeting for the proposed Medallion residential development at 729, 735, 737 Dundas and 393 Hewitt Streets. Find more information on the poster below or click right here. #OEVbusiness #OEVdevelopment #Medallion #development #LondonON #CityofLondon #OldEastVillage #OEV
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OEV BIA
- Jan 10, 2020
- 3 min
Keep your New Years resolutions, right here in OEV
It's the New Year, and what's more, it's a brand new decade! It's a time for looking back and reflecting while making plans for the year ahead with renewed optimism and utmost clarity. Right? Sometimes. Those lofty resolutions can be hard to keep so why not keep it simple? Little changes and additions to everyday life can be the exact thing needed to make 2020 the best year yet. See below for some ideas on how you can make positive change and have tons of fun while supporting
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