GETTING READY FOR 2010
Yaletown is outside of Security Zones
The YBIA recently met with the 2010 City Transportation Planning group as well as the Integrated Security Unit to determine the transportation impacts during with the 2010 Winter Games. We can confirm that all Yaletown businesses will continue to enjoy normal access to both their front and rear entrances, as well as street pedestrian access during the Games. Yaletown businesses will not be behind any security perimeters, nor will our primary streets of Homer, Nelson, Smithe, Cambie, Expo be affected by security planning. Pacific, Hamilton and Mainland will be affected by pedestrian zone access (more on this later). Security areas during the Games may be reassessed in the event of any security occurance. However, we advise all YBIA members to develop a contingency plan for their business, to assure business continuity in the event of a change in security closures during the Games.
Yaletown to benefit from $2 Million Olympic Legacy Grant
 The YBIA worked closely with the engineering department so the City of Vancouver could apply for, and receive, an infrastructure improvement grant for our area. The grant is being used to bring much needed power upgrades to Hamilton and Mainland Streets and to install 40 new street and pedestrian lighting poles. Construction has already begun to install the conduit, pole platforms and power trenches, and should end soon. Watch for the new street poles to be installed in September. These improvements will be permanent and will long outlast the Games.
(concept drawing, shown at left, is not the final design)
Free Business Opportunities Session for YBIA members
Discover what tools and resources are available for retailers to make the most of the Olympic opportunities. Hosted by RBC Royal Bank and the B.C. Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Secretariat , you will meet with a panel of experts who will share information on the programs that they will be offering to retailers.
This event is on Thursday March 26, 4pm-7pm at RBC Royal Bank (1055 West Georgia Street). Click here for more info or to register.
Position Your Business with Olympic Buyers
 If you're interested in better connecting your business for 2010, become a member of the 2010 Business Network, a free, searchable, online supplier database created to ensure 2010 buyers are able to find BC businesses -- giving them quick and easy access to relevant suppliers without going to a formal bid process. Visit the 2010 Business Network website to register.
Many 2010 buyers are already using it as a vendor source, including the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), official sponsors, broadcasters, and National Olympic Committees. Most sought after goods and services include; catering, event planning, gifts for visitors, computer support, corporate promotional items, jewelry, first nations items.
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Subleasing your Commercial Space during 2010
Are you interested in leasing out your business space during the Games? if so, then send us an email and let us know. The YBIA is developing a confidential database of members who are interested in being contacted for sublease opportunities for national pavilions, sponsor locations, and private host sites. Contact the YBIA at 604-683-7473.
Coming Soon: For YBIA members only
The YBIA will be presenting the third in a series of information sessions on "Olympic Impacts for Yaletown" available to YBIA members only. We will be ensuring that you receive information on: Hamilton and Mainland street closures, special business and liquor licenses available during the Olympics, entertainment and event plans for Yaletown, resources and tools for Yaletown businesses. This session detailed invitation will be sent to you soon.
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