Member Services
The West End is a neighbourhood that’s well-connected to Winnipeg’s major thoroughfares and offers affordable lease rates. Encompassing the diverse neighbourhoods of Central Park, Spence, Daniel McIntyre, St. Matthews, Sargent Park and Minto, the nearly 1,000+ businesses and 36,000 residents are proud to call the West End home.
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Grants & Rebates
Offering grants for business improvement projects undertaken by our members is one of our most important programs. We offer grants up to 50% of a project with a maximum grant of $1000.
beautify your sidewalk
With murals, planters and bike racks, we provide a chance to our business members to beautify their sidewalk, which drives more shoppers and visitors to our neighborhood.
Patrol Program
The community safety patrol acts as additional “eyes and ears” for the Winnipeg Police Service. They are paid team of staff members dedicated to assisting the West End’s business and residential communities.
Event partnership & Promotion
Events bring people together, support local vendors, bring excitement and create a sense of community. We are so passionate about sharing your events.
Graffiti Removal
We offer a free year-round graffiti removal service. West End businesses and residents must first sign a waiver which gives the BIZ permission to remove the graffiti tags from their property.
Helpful Resources
Not sure who to call? Check out our helpful phone numbers document that will show you who to call for graffiti removal, damaged planters, broken street lights and much more.
Find a Location for Your Business
Are you looking to start or move your business in the West End? We’ve gathered a listing of all available commercial, retail, and industrial buildings and spaces available for sale or for lease.
Start A Business Guide
Download the helpful “How to Start A Business in the West End” guide for some great information and resources for starting a small business in the West End. Outlined are five general steps towards effectively launching your business.
Download the West End Biz Newsletter
The West End Biz Newsletter is a bi-annual publication focusing on recent updates and changes to the West End business district. Click here to view our latest newsletter.
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Member News
Erin and Wall Update
Last summer our Program Support Assistant, Aaron, surveyed businesses in the Erin and Wall corridor to learn about what businesses in that area would like to see happen in our neighbourhood. From these surveys, we have put together a package with resources for our...
2016 grants now available
It's a new year and that means we are taking grant applications once again. Have you got a major project on your to-do list that you keep meaning to get to? We've got the perfect thing to help you get started on it: cash! We offer grants to our members to do...
Chamber of Commerce Small Business Summit
On October 22, the Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a half-day event with Mayor Brian Bowman's office. Small business owners are invited to offer their input on what they need in order to succeed in Winnipeg. There will also be opportunities to learn more about...