Our Annual General Meeting is coming up
It’s almost time for our Annual General Meeting where you can hear more about BIZ programs and meet the staff and board. If you own a business in the West End, you’re a voting BIZ member and we hope you will attend! The AGM will take place between 11:30am and 1:00pm...
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...
Telephone scam reported by BIZ member
From time to time we hear from businesses that have been targeted for a scam or suspect a scam. We received such a call today. If taking a call, take down the information so we are aware, but more importantly, advise them to call the Winnipeg Police Service non...
Power outages in the West End
Manitoba Hydro will be replacing hydro poles in the West End on August 26 and 27. Alverstone Street to Victor Street and Wellington Avenue to Winnipeg Avenue will be without power on Wednesday from 10 AM to 12 PM. Sherbrook Street to Spence Street and Portage Avenue...
Free service for West End businesses: Brush up BIZ
Does your business need a few exterior touch ups? This summer the BIZ is offering you an opportunity to have your store-front spruced up for free! Being a business owner is a lot of work, and it’s easy to get behind on the small things. The BIZ wants to help you get...
Free Facade Washing
Does the front of your business look dirty? Would you like the front of your business to look a little more inviting? We have a solution for you - West End BIZ offers a free Business Façade washing service. We will power wash the front of your business and the...
Construction on Portage begins on Monday
The City will be undertaking road rehabilitation to Portage Avenue beginning on Monday, May 4. Construction will be taking place on eastbound Portage Avenue from Sherburn to Maryland and on westbound Portage Avenue from Minto to Empress. The project will include work...
Patio permit assistance
Are you a business owner that has dreamed of having a sidewalk patio in front of your business? Make your dream come true this coming summer season! Contact the West End BIZ and we can help with your patio application with the City of Winnipeg. We will assist you...
2014 Star Awards
Every year at our AGM we give out our highly coveted West End BIZ Star Award. For 2014, we gave out two star awards: one to Frank Grande of Casa Grande Pizzeria on Sargent Avenue and one to the Institute of Urban Studies at the University of Winnipeg. For over 37...
12 Days of Christmas Winners
In this year’s 12 Days of Christmas contest, prolific selfie-takers and West End business enthusiasts, Craig and Michelle, stole the show. For 12 days in December we tweeted about a West End business where you can find great Christmas gifts and gift ideas. This year...
Mural unveiling: A Man Called Intrepid
TOMORROW! you won't want to miss this James Bond themed mural unveiling. The latest piece in our outdoor gallery is a tribute to Sir William Stephenson. Come learn about the man, the legend, the one who inspired Ian Fleming.