b'Since May 2017 we have worked diligently to engage the more than 800WHAT WE DO OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTScommercial property owners and business operators ensuring that we- -remain an attractive, vibrant and dynamic destination. Marketing and promotions, with the goal to attractInstalled 100 colourful street banners to new and increasing numbers of visitors to thedemarcate the neighbourhood and enhance the district through the creation of unique programs,ambiance of the streetscape making Lower In April 2018, the BIA unveiled the districts new look and brand. The Lowerservices and a compelling brand. Lonsdale more inviting and attractive.Lonsdale Shipyards District moniker captures the industrial heritage of the- -Street beautification, ensuring the district remainsInstalled a 400 square foot Lower Lonsdale The shipyardsthe geometry of the architecture, equipment and machinery andattractive, appealing and safe. Shipyards District welcoming gateway banner on the colours found on the waterfront. - the Esplanade pedestrian overpassFestivals and special events, building on existing-popular events such as the Shipyards Friday NightDelivered 26 (and counting) business and The Shipyards District is Market and the Christmas Festival while creatingcommunity garden boxes for the newly launched new ones like Shipyards Festival and Halloween -Shipyards Garden District to both beautify the bringing community and businesses together. district and grow community spirit and pride.OPEN & GENUINE - -URBAN & CONNECTED Build a strong BIA by providing effective lead- Delivered a visitor servicing ambassador program AMBITIOUS ership, a successful administration, continuousthrough a partnership with the Lonsdale Quay improvement, clear and frequent communicationMarket and City of North Vancouver enabling CREATIVELY INDEPENDENTand increased collaboration while servicing mem- personal and easy access visitor servicing with the FESTIVE & YOUTHFUL ber needs. ability to provide directions to area businesses and - services.Advocate for economic growth by engaging, col- -In the past two years Lower Lonsdale has, and continues to, grow into alaborating and partnering with community stake- Displayed and made available The Shipyards dynamic commercial and residential district with an independent andholders and policy makers while also strength- District Map and Guide at over 300 tourism ening the districts position as a destination oflocations across the Lower Mainland. diverse mix of retailers, restaurants, cultural institutions and profession- choice. -al services. The Lower Lonsdale BIA was created, and has grown quickly,Activated a Ferris Wheel attraction in The Shipyards District.during this same time period and is now an established, professionally run-organization with a proud list of accomplishments. Partnered with the City of North Vancouver on the new signature Shipped Waterfront Festival-Welcomed more then 2500 tourism professionals to explore our district as part of the Tourism Passport Challenge. -And weve only just begun.6 7'