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Shop the Blocks '24
November 6, 2024
November 6, 2024
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FANTASY REALM MARVEL COMICS TRICK-OR-READ 2024
October 26, 2024
October 26, 2024
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Rush Hour Escapes
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FANTASY REALM - Deadpool and Wolverine Day
July 27, 2024
July 27, 2024
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2024 Pride Festival
July 20, 2024
July 20, 2024
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Stroll the Streets Downtown Cornwall
July 11, 2024
July 11, 2024
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Cornwall's Night Market
August 16, 2024
August 16, 2024
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Carrots N' Drag
June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024
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Cosplay Appreciation Day
September 14, 2024
September 14, 2024
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Cornwall Art Walk
June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024
FANTASY REALM Free Comic Book Day 2024
May 4, 2024
May 4, 2024
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Diversity Cornwall Pride Parade & Downtown Events
July 17, 2024
July 20, 2024
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Unleash Pet Festival
June 1, 2024
June 1, 2024
https://www.unleashpetfest.com/
DBIA AGM
January 8, 2024
January 8, 2024
https://www.facebook.com/events/341350078496829/?ref=newsfeed
Shop The Blocks 2023
November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023
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FANTASY REALM Halloween ComicFest 2023
October 28, 2023
October 28, 2023
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Cooking Classes
https://essentialkitchen.ca/pages/experiences
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What's happening

Downtown Stories

Latest
June 21, 2024
Unveiling the Illuminated "Love Downtown Cornwall" Sign

Cornwall Downtown Business Improvement Association Unveils Illuminated "Love Downtown Cornwall" Sign as Part of Vibrant Downtown Lighting Project

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Latest
October 27, 2023
Under the Harvest Moon Fundraiser
Under The Harvest Moon Fundraiser Complete Success!

The DBIA Lighting Project Fundraiser was an incredible evening raising funds for a unique downtown experience!

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Latest
October 27, 2023
Carol Ann Breedyk, Diane Matthiesen, Debbie Poirer Burns
Tilly's Reopens Under New Ownership This June

Tilly’s Eatery and Delicatessen, a beloved local restaurant, will be saying goodbye to its original owners and operators, Carol Ann Breedyk and Diane

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Latest
October 13, 2023
Downtown Cornwall Holiday Event Poster
12 Days of Holiday Cheer are coming!

We're brining magic to the downtown this holiday season! The fun starts November 17th!

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Latest
October 13, 2023
Michelle from Pure Spa
Pure Organic Spa Celebrates Its 20th Year in Business

It's been 20 years since Pure Organic Spa opened its doors. It's been an incredible journey, and we're excited to celebrate this milestone with an inc

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Latest
October 27, 2023
Under the Harvest Moon Fundraiser
Under The Harvest Moon Fundraiser Complete Success!

The DBIA Lighting Project Fundraiser was an incredible evening raising funds for a unique downtown experience!

Read more
Latest
October 13, 2023
Downtown Cornwall Holiday Event Poster
12 Days of Holiday Cheer are coming!

We're brining magic to the downtown this holiday season! The fun starts November 17th!

Read more
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What is the DBIA?

The mandate of the DBIA is to build and maintain a strong business area for the community, and promote the downtown area so our businesses thrive and prosper. The DBIA strives to improve, beautify and maintain public land and buildings within the BIA beyond that which is provided by the municipality at large.

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Plan an event

The DBIA is happy to support local businesses put on events in our beautiful downtown!

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Members

If your business is located downtown, you are a member of the DBIA! 

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Monthly meetings

The DBIA board members meet monthly to plan events and strategize for the future of our downtown.

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Join the Directory

If your business is located in the downtown district, you are a member of the DBIA! Share details on your business to be added to the downtown directory.

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Everything you need

Downtown Businesses

Our beautiful downtown is a picturesque place to shop, play, and dine — but it is also a hub for a variety of services. From fixing your phone to finding a lawyer, all the services you need can be found downtown!

Business Directory
Lighting up Downtown

The Lighting Project

The DBIA is in the process of designing and installing lit-up structures throughout the downtown to improve walkability and vibrancy within our downtown, both during the day and at night.

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Do Business Downtown

Interested in moving your business downtown Cornwall? Sign up and be the first to know about available properties!

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Experience Downtown

Come enjoy downtown Cornwall, where the streets are lined with unique shops, luxury services, cafés and restaurants, all nestled along the historic St. Lawrence River.

Parking Downtown

Parking downtown is easy, just follow these steps!

Locate your ideal parking lot.

Download the HotSpot App and add your vehicle.

Head downtown and pay for parking using the HotSpot App, or use the conveniently located pay-by-plate machine or meter.

Click here for more details on parking in Cornwall