Executive Director

Yonge + St. Clair BIA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A local business improvement area in Toronto is looking for an experienced Executive Director to guide the organization through its growth phase and implement its strategic plan. The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing finances, and serving as the primary ambassador. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a background in budgeting or operational management. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $86,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in business, non-profit, or municipal environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and advocacy skills.
• Experience with budgeting and operational management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage strategic initiatives.
• Lead a small team and serve as the BIA's primary ambassador.
• Implement the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.

Skills

Leadership experience in business

Stakeholder engagement

Advocacy and partnership-building skills

Budgeting and operational management

Project management

Job description

Executive Director — Yonge + St. Clair BIA (Toronto)

Full-time | Salary: $86,000, commensurate of experience

The Yonge + St. Clair Business Improvement Area represents more than 450 businesses and 14,000 employees in a rapidly growing Midtown Toronto district. The BIA enhances the public realm, supports local businesses, delivers marketing and events, and works closely with City partners and stakeholders to strengthen neighbourhood vitality.

We are seeking a collaborative and hands-on Executive Director to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and the implementation of its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. Reporting to the Board of Management, the Executive Director oversees daily operations, advances strategic initiatives, manages finances and governance, leads a small team, and serves as the BIA’s primary ambassador.

Key qualifications include:

• Leadership experience in business, non-profit, municipal, or economic development environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and partnership-building skills
• Experience with budgeting, governance, and operational management
• Ability to lead projects from strategy through implementation
• Experience working with BIAs, small businesses, or municipal processes is an asset

View the full job description and application details: https://yongestclair.ca/director2026/

Application deadline: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST