In this Issue:

Downtown Plan Survey

Our downtown is changing and growing quickly, and a new Downtown Plan will be created to help the City of London plan for the long-term future of downtown.

Please share your input that will help inform the development of the Downtown Plan. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete.

The survey is open from June 10, 2025 to August 22, 2025. For any questions or issues, please email: dmp@london.ca.

Complete the survey here
Learn more about the Downtown Plan here

Momentum Report

On Tuesday June 10, we presented the 2025 Downtown London Momentum Report to the City of London’s Planning & Environment Committee. The report highlights real progress:

  • $646M in new construction,
  • 1,456 new homes,
  • over 4,700 events since 2020,
  • and more than 1.18M attendees in 2024.

“We’re deeply grateful to the City of London for its sustained investment and shared vision for a vibrant downtown,” said Kristin Nielsen, Chair of the LDBA Board of Directors. “Together, we are not just recovering from the past – we are building a future where downtown is inclusive, resilient, and thriving.”

“We’re seeing more vibrancy through events like Knight’s Court and other street gatherings, these are exactly the kinds of things that bring energy and life to our city. When I hear this kind of feedback, it’s clear we’re moving in the right direction.” said Shawn Lewis, Deputy Mayor of the City of London.

We’re working to foster a downtown that works for everyone. That means continuing to invest in improvements, support local businesses, and strengthen partnerships that enhance the experience for all who live, work, and visit the core.

“The City is seeing the change, and I know that a year from now, we’re going to see even more progress. We all know the state downtown was in a few years ago, and it’s clear we’re not in that place anymore. Things are much better. This momentum report reflects exactly that – it shows we’re still moving forward.” said David Ferreira, Ward 13 Councillor for the City of London.

⭐️ The momentum is real and growing.

Read the full report here

Telus Small Business Contest

Apply to the Telus small business contest for a chance to win $200,000 in funding, technology and exposure to help your business thrive.

More information and apply here

LDBA 2025 Annual Survey

The 2025 London Downtown Business Association (LDBA) Annual Survey is now open! The survey should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.

To show our appreciation, survey respondents will be encouraged to provide their contact information upon completion of the survey for a chance to win a $150 Downtown Dollars Gift Card. There will be three lucky participants.

Fill out the survey here
Please note that the individual answers and responses that members provide will not be shared and will remain confidential. Any results shared publicly will be done so in aggregate.

If you have any questions about the survey, please reach out to us at info@downtownlondon.ca.

Celebrating something special?

Whether you’re planning a grand opening, anniversary, or business milestone, we’re here to help!

We can show up with our giant scissors and ribbon for a ribbon cutting ceremony, and we now offer number balloons to help mark milestones. We’ll also share your celebration on our social media and in our newsletter!

Contact us at info@downtownlondon.ca if you are celebrating something special and click here to learn more about the perks of being a downtown business.

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LDBA 2024 Annual Report

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