2026 YBID Board

About Us

The Story Behind YBID

Business owners are the backbone of any thriving city.

They drive local economies, spark innovation, and bring energy to the communities they serve. When these voices unite, their collective power becomes a strong force for progress.

In Yorkton, the desire for a united business voice has been building for years. Before 2004, this voice took the form of the Downtown Business Owners Association. While their mission—to enhance the appearance and vitality of Yorkton’s main shopping area—was admirable and their work impactful, one major barrier remained: a lack of sustainable funding.

After careful research and reviewing models from across Canada, it was determined that the best solution was to implement a Business Improvement District (BID) model—similar to those successfully operating in British Columbia.

In 2004, City of Yorkton Bylaw 27-2004 officially established the Yorkton Business Improvement District (YBID). This bylaw enabled funding through a small property levy collected from businesses within the district, which is matched annually by the City of Yorkton—ensuring consistent and reliable funding for improvements and initiatives.

Moving Forward

Today, YBID continues to be a catalyst for positive change, supporting local business development, beautification efforts, community events, and collaborative partnerships. We are committed to supporting businesses in our district and to fostering a vibrant, welcoming, and prosperous downtown core.

Vision & Mission

Vision: To be recognized as a thriving, vibrant and welcoming business district.

Mission: To develop awareness and foster a thriving business district through collaborative partnerships, innovative initiatives, and exceptional experiences for businesses, residents, and visitors.

YBID Structure

Every year, Yorkton Business Improvement District (YBID) Board membership is renewed, and submitted to the City of Yorkton for approval. To be a YBID Board member an individual or business must fit the following criteria:

You must own a business or commercial property that resides within the Yorkton Business Improvement District (YBID) boundaries. Residential property owners are not eligible for YBID Board participation, as the YBID tax levies are NOT assessed on residential properties.

You must operate a business or commercial entity that physically resides within the YBID boundaries. Any business with a physical presence in the district utilizing rented or leased property within the YBID district, financially contribute to the operations of YBID either directly or indirectly through the Yorkton Business Improvement District Levy.