Executive Committee

The Executive Committee assigns objectives and activities to other standing committees and initiates task forces for short term, specific assignments. The Executive Committee is responsible for maintaining contact with committee and task force chairs and monitors their activities to ensure that there is ongoing progress on the strategic plan.
The Executive Committee is also responsible to ensure that there are systems in place that support well organized and effective Board functioning so as to ensure that the business community of South Hill has an active role and strong voice in community affairs.
Chair: Jack Hilton
Contact: info@southhillbia.ca

Marketing & Communications Committee

The Marketing & Communications Committee’s purpose is to promote the South Hill area. It was responsible for the development of the SHBA’s Marketing Plan, which includes member communication, special events, advertising, media and public relations.
Co-Chairs: Sonia Gill & Philip Yang
Contact: sonia_gill@vancity.com or pyang604@gmail.com

Safety & Security Committee

The Safety and Security Committee is responsible for actions that address the safety and security of the South Hill BIA by reducing crime and increasing the safety of the general public. They are also in charge of the Host Program and the Block Watch Program.
Chair: Bob Rai and William Wong
Contact: brai@alliancevancouver.com or wwong@insurebc.ca

Street Cleanliness & Maintenance Committee

The Street Cleanliness & Maintenance Committee is responsible for actions that address cleanliness and maintenance for public and individual businesses. The overall purpose is to ensure that the South Hill area is clean, well maintained and attractive. This committee encourages business and property owners to pay attention to the appearance of their businesses and buildings. It supports them in making the buildings more attractive and in showing pride and a sense of ownership in the cleanliness of the community.
Co-Chairs: Ken Mason & Stephen Tam
Contact: ken@masonsewingmachine.com or stephen@sunnyelect.com

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee was formed to improve the artistic and visual appearance of South Hill.  The Committee’s purpose is to implement the South Hill Art Plan, which was commissioned by the Association in 2009. View the Art Plan here: South Hill BIA Art Plan_2009
Chair: Dolly Bains
Contact: dollyb@bainstravel.com

Neighbourhood Planning Committee

The Neighbourhood Planning Task Force ensures that neighbourhood planning processes benefit from a well thought out concept of what South Hill can become from a business perspective. The Neighbourhood Planning Task Force will develop an overall approach to prepare for and integrate with the City of Vancouver’s neighbourhood planning process.
Co-Chairs: Jack Hilton & Ken Mason
Contact: info@southhillbia.ca or ken@masonsewingmachine.com

Effectiveness Strategies & Objectives Work Group

The Effectiveness Strategies & Objectives Work Group’s purpose is to increase participation of member businesses, to review possibilities to expand the BIA and to work towards getting owners more involved and supportive of the organization.
Chair: Deepak Chodha
Contact: deepak@cgmlawyers.ca