What we’ve been up to
Heading into summer, here is a quick recap of what we have been up to! As usual, winter is a time for us to catch up on all the things that were put on the back burner over the super busy summer. This winter was a particularly productive season for us. The West End...
Commuter Challenge coming up
The Green Action Centre (GAC) is sending out the call to Manitobans to join their co-workers in the Commuter Challenge. This national event encourages everyone to try new, sustainable modes of commuting during the week of June 5th to 11th. Walk, run, bike, bus,...
Daniel McIntyre Ward 2016 City’s Budget Consultation
Date: Monday, March 14, 2016 Venue: 999 Sargent Avenue, Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm City Councillor Cindy Gilroy will be talking about the budget with constituents of her ward. Come and learn about the 2016 City Budget and provide your...
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...
A night in honour of CancerCare Manitoba and the Canadian Cancer Society
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...