Press releases list
The Downtown Yonge B.I.A. is pleased to provide the media and public with information on the area and our activities. Press releases are designed to keep you updated on the opportunities, events and developments in Downtown Yonge.
2009
It’s A Whimsical Weekend for Thousands of Children at Kidzfest
11/27/2009Fri, 11/27/2009A mob of teeny toddlers will descend on Yonge-Dundas Square for a fun-filled weekend of kid-friendly rides, face-painting, crafts and interactive performances at the Downtown Yonge BIA’s Kidzfest.
It’s a Feast for the Senses at Downtown Yonge BIA’s ICE, WINE & DINE
11/19/2009Thu, 11/19/2009Elm Street comes alive from November 20th – 21st for Ice, Wine & Dine - a fun-filled Downtown Yonge BIA festival with senses-stimulating live music, delicious treats and incredible visual spectacles invading the street.
The Holiday Spirit Blazes into Yonge-Dundas Square with ILLUMINITE
11/13/2009Fri, 11/13/2009Toronto, ON – The Downtown Yonge BIA is getting people ‘fired up’ for the holiday season at Illuminite, a stunning spectacle in Yonge-Dundas Square that features mind-blowing pyrotechnics and fire routines from the renowned Circus Orange performance troupe.
Window Wonderland Student Competitors Create Fabulous Festive Displays in Prominent Downtown Window Spaces
11/03/2009Tue, 11/03/2009Students from the Ted Rogers School of Retail Management at Ryerson University throw ordinary out the window as they compete to win the Downtown Yonge BIA's Window Wonderland competition.
Mobile Yonge iPhone App Launches
08/14/2009Civic Holiday - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open!
07/31/2009Fri, 07/31/2009Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on the Civic Holiday, Monday, August 3, 2009.
Canada Day - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open!
06/29/2009Mon, 06/29/2009Most Downtown Yonge retailers will be open on Canada Day, Wednesday July 1, 2009.
Downtown Yonge Trivia Challenge
05/26/2009Tue, 05/26/2009The 5th annual Discovery Team launches with a Downtown Yonge Trivia Challenge at Yonge-Dundas Square.
Victoria Day - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open!
05/15/2009Fri, 05/15/2009Most Downtown Yonge retailers will be open on Victoria Day, Monday May 18, 2009.
Good Friday and Easter Sunday - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open
04/08/2009Wed, 04/08/2009Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
2008
New Year's Day - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open
12/30/2008Tue, 12/30/2008Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on New Year's Day, Tuesday, January 1st, 2009.
Children Step Into a Festive Fantasyland
11/28/2008Fri, 11/28/2008The Downtown Yonge B.I.A.'s colourful train is ready for pint-sized passengers at Kidzfest, a free fun-filled weekend...
Fire Performers, Children’s Activities, Dance Troupes, and a Pyrotechnics Show Fill Yonge-Dundas Square at ILLUMINITE
11/14/2008Fri, 11/14/2008In a holiday spectacular that celebrates the best of the season, the Downtown Yonge BIA presents Illuminite: a fun-filled day of activities and performances for anyone and everyone.
Students Take Over Downtown Yonge Window Space
11/04/2008Tue, 11/04/2008Ted Rogers School of Retail Management students at Ryerson University have been challenged to transform windows with display props in the Downtown Yonge district to reflect a spirit of giving theme on a budget of just $100.
Thanksgiving - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open
10/10/2008Fri, 10/10/2008Most Downtown Yonge retailers will be open on Monday, October 13, 2008.
Labour Day - What's Open?
08/29/2008Fri, 08/29/2008Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on Labour Day, Monday, September 1st, 2008.
Civic Holiday - What's Open?
08/01/2008Fri, 08/01/2008Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on the Civic Holiday, Monday, August 4, 2008.
Canada Day - What's Open?
06/27/2008Fri, 06/27/2008Downtown Yonge is open! Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on Tuesday, July 1, 2008.
So You Think You Know T.O.?
06/18/2008Wed, 06/18/2008The Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area is transforming Yonge-Dundas Square into a battlefield for the minds.
Victoria Day - What's Open? Downtown Yonge is Open
05/16/2008Fri, 05/16/2008Most Downtown Yonge retailers will open on Victoria Day, Monday, May 19, 2008.