On The Horizon - August 13, 2025
- Downtown Duncan
- Aug 13
- 3 min read
What is on the Horizon for the Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area? Read below to get caught up on the day-to-day, upcoming events, and news from Members.
In this issue:
New Marketing Materials for Businesses That Accept Downtown Duncan Dollars
If your business accepts Downtown Duncan Dollars (DDDs), we’ve created new marketing collateral to help you promote it! You can now request a window cling and/or a point-of-sale sticker to display prominently at your business.
Also, don’t forget: if you accept Downtown Duncan Dollars, you can indicate this on your business listing on our website. Just log into the member portal, and in your profile you’ll see a toggle to mark that you accept Downtown Duncan Dollars. Once switched on, your business will appear in the online directory of participating locations—this is where the QR code on the DDDs themselves directs customers.
Not sure and want to learn more? Check out this explainer to learn all about Downtown Duncan Dollars.
Let us know if you'd like a window cling or sticker—we’re happy to drop them off or set one aside for you!
Interested in Joining the DDBIA Board?
We’re looking for engaged and enthusiastic members to join the Downtown Duncan BIA Board of Directors!
Board commitments are minimal — just 11 monthly meetings per year held at the DDBIA office. Experience serving on a board that uses Robert’s Rules of Order is considered an asset.
There are also a number of committees you can choose to participate in, depending on your interests. Committee meetings vary in frequency and may occur monthly, quarterly, or bi-annually, depending on the committee’s focus.
This is a great opportunity to help shape the direction of the DDBIA and have your voice heard on decisions that impact Downtown Duncan.
If you're interested or would like to learn more, please contact Executive Director Thea Hitchcock at or call 250-715-1700.
Next Night Market: Thursday, August 21
Please note that the next Duncan Farmers’ Market Night Market will take place on Thursday, August 21 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in City Square. These evening markets typically draw a lively crowd downtown with music, vendors, and food trucks.
You may notice increased foot traffic in the area during this time. No street closures are planned, and all regular access and parking will remain available.
Behind the Sign: Tell Us the Story of Your Logo
What is the story behind your sign? We want to know!
Does your business sign/logo have an important meaning or a great story behind it? We would love to share these stories with the community on our social media platforms.
Please send over your current logo or a photo of your sign with a description of why you chose that logo to be the face of your business to our Social Media Manager, Katherine Dorma, by email at dorma@downtownduncan.ca
Join Our Private Members-Only Facebook Group
Prefer to get your DDBIA updates on Facebook? We’ve created a private, members-only Facebook group just for you! This group is a space to share the same important information we include in our email newsletters—just in a format that’s easy to access if you’re already on Facebook.
If you'd like to join, simply request access using the form below. Once we confirm your membership, we’ll send you an invite to the group.
Free CRM Training for Small Businesses
Looking to improve your customer relationship management and boost sales? The CRM Horizons Bootcamp & Advisor Program is a fully funded training opportunity designed to help small businesses like yours optimize CRM systems and support sustainable growth.
Thanks to funding from Innovate BC, this program is completely free for participants.
Learn more and register here: alacritycanada.com/crm-horizons-bootcamp-advisor-program
Don’t miss out on this valuable resource!
Lower Cowichan River Clean Up 2025
The Cowichan 15th Annual River Cleanup is around the corner on Sunday August 24 from 9:30am-2:30 pm
Volunteers are welcome to sign up by emailing rivercleanup@cowichanwatershedboard.ca!
There will be snacks and water available and a free bbq meal afterwards for the Volunteers!
Upcoming Downtown Events
Duncan Farmers’ Market Night Markets - August 21, September 18
Cowichan Public Art Gallery's Art in the Alley - June 28 - September 13
Twilight Treasures Sip and Shop - August 14, 5 pm - 8 pm
Rotary Club 1st Annual Golf Tournament - September 13
We encourage all members to list their upcoming events on our website at downtownduncan.ca/ddbia-events to help promote your activities and drive more foot traffic to your business. It’s quick, easy, and free to submit!
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