About White Rock BIA

Our Story

Connecting Community and Business Since 2005

White Rock is more than a beautiful seaside city — it’s a community built on local pride, small businesses, and shared experiences.

Since 2005, the White Rock Business Improvement Association (BIA) has worked to keep that spirit thriving by connecting residents, visitors, and local businesses through events, advocacy, and community initiatives.

Representing Businesses and Property Owners

We represent more than 600 businesses and property owners across four vibrant districts – Uptown, Five Corners, East Beach, and West Beach.

Our work includes everything from organizing major festivals and marketing local shops, to improving public spaces and supporting business owners with resources and information. As a non-profit organization, we’re guided by the belief that a strong local economy and a welcoming community go hand in hand.

We collaborate with the City of White Rock, the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce, and the Semiahmoo First Nation to make our city by the sea a great place to live, work, and visit.

“When our businesses thrive, our community thrives.”
Leah Chandler, Board Chair, White Rock BIA
Our team

Led by Local Business Owners, Working for the Community

The White Rock BIA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of local business owners and professionals who are passionate about the community.
 Our small but dedicated staff works year-round to bring projects, events, and advocacy initiatives to life.

Leah Chandler

Board Chair

Susy Tucker

Vice-Chair

Kyle Grant

Treasurer

Jamie Carson

Board Secretary

Laura Cornale

Director

Matt Dai

Director

Kelly Hodder

Director

Terry Ross

Director

Torrie Thomsen

Director

Peter Zheng

Director

Alex Nixon

Executive Director

Casey Thomas-Burns

Events & Communications Coordinator

We Value Your Privacy

The White Rock BIA is committed to protecting the personal information of its members, volunteers, and partners. We only collect information necessary to provide services, share updates, and meet legal requirements.

Your data is stored securely and is never shared without consent, except where required by law. You can request a copy, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting our Privacy Officer.

Alex Nixon | Privacy Officer
  • alex@whiterockbia.com
  • 604-536-4958

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