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BIA Member Resources: COVID-19

Next regular BIA Board Meeting February 10th at 6:30

Who Are We?

We beautify and promote our downtown district from our ongoing floral beautification, seasonal decor, and decorative lighting, to our promotional events and festivals. We add vibrancy to our streetscape and encourage our downtown businesses to do the same.

Our Mandate:

To promote business in downtown Carleton Place, aesthetically improve the BIA district and connect businesses to each other and the community at large.

Featured Business:

The Urban Barber

In April of 2020, right at the start of lockdown, Shawn Gauthier married a man from Carleton Place. Knowing Shawna had many years of hair styling experience, Shawna’s new brother-in-law proposed a...
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The Barber Shop

Johnny Cesario has a special gift of making anyone who walks into The Barber Shop feel like they are his best friends. His clients always leave with a slick new cut and a smile on their face. The...
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As Good As New

For those looking for quality, high end clothing and a great deal, they need not look further than Bridge Street. For 40 years, As Good As New has been a beloved business in downtown Carleton Place....
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The Lash Nook

A friendly and personable person, Kara Miles says her favourite part of what she does is getting to chat with new and familiar faces every day. A Certified Lash Artist for seven years, Kara is very...
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The Blossom Shop

The Blossom Shop has been a staple feature of Bridge Street and the Downtown core since 1980. It’s beautiful window displays and professional staff have made the shop a local favourite for floral...
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Freska

If you have stopped by Freska recently, you may have noticed a few changes. That’s because the restaurant has a new owner! Toby Mitchell and his wife Paola took over on March 2nd. They have created...
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Braumeister

An award-winning Bavarian-inspired craft brewery, taproom and garden, Braumeister is the perfect place to enjoy quality beer and conversation. Located in the heart of downtown Carleton Place and...
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Total Rhythm Dance Studio

Total Rhythm Dance Studio is renowned for providing one of the area’s most exciting and diverse dance schedules, offering excellent training taught by qualified registered teachers. Tania Munro grew...
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The Queen’s Crafters and Antique Market

Whether your shopping for antique furniture, candles, jewelry, art or hand-made items, The Queens Crafters and Antique Market is sure to have something for you. Dianna Lachapelle is all about...
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Surrounding Memories

Custom picture framing, home decor, art gallery...all in one, self-contained, stunning space that’s easy to lose yourself in! Michelle Bedel initially stumbled onto the idea of opening a custom...
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