Experience the history and style that Orillia has to offer by visiting the Orillia Opera House and the Orillia Museum of Art and History. With so many artists living in the Orillia area, the character of Orillia is evident as you stroll through the city. Pottery, sculpture, painting, award winning street art, and murals are just a taste of what you will find here.
ABOUT ORILLIA, ONTARIO
Orillia is less than 90 minutes from the Greater Toronto Area. Even though growth and progress have been strong in recent years, the Sunshine City has worked hard to retain the small-town charm that has captivated generations. There are many opportunities to experience the history of the Orillia area such as at the Stephen Leacock Museum and the Orillia Museum of Art & History. The artists of the area are famous for pottery, sculpture and painting. The heritage of the area is also enriched by the traditions and art of the Indigenous Peoples. Plan to spend the day and visit Grants Woods and Scout Valley Trails (for nature lovers), Port of Orillia, historic Orillia Opera House, take a heritage walking tour and visit the beautiful art galleries of the Peter Street Arts District and throughout Downtown Orillia. A visit to the area is not complete without visiting Mariposa Market, the Trans Canada Trail, Casino Rama, and the Downtown Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning.
Orillia is also home to Ontario’s newest university. Lakehead University operates a growing presence in Orillia with two locations: one in the historic centre of the downtown and a main campus in West Orillia. Orillia is an enchanting place to visit, a great place to work, an ideal place to do business, and a wonderful place to live and raise a family.
ABOUT THE BOARD & STAFF
Downtown businesses are supported by the Orillia BIA Board in a number of ways. With a mandate that includes making Downtown Orillia a primary hub for business in the region, it offers a wide range of services, support and innovative marketing programs to assist downtown business owners.
The Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 23 Mississaga St W at 5:30pm.
To contact your board directly, please email board@downtownorillia.ca
2023-2026
Orillia BIA Board
2023 Chair – Michael Fredson – Manticore Books
2022 Vice Chair – Jeff Gilbert – Gilbert Guitars
2022 Treasurer – Doug Cooper – Provenance Wine Bar
Director – Megan Murray – Jack and Maddy – a Kids’ Store
Director – Kaylea McCarron – Couchiching Craft Brewing Co.
Director – Darcy MacDonell – The Common Stove, PICNIC Snack Bar
Director – Stevie Baker – Sarahannedipity
Director – Jenna French – Rustica Pizza Vino
Councillor – David Campbell – City of Orillia Councillor Representative
