downtown WINNIPEG BIZ
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POLL OF THE WEEK
What are you most excited about that's happening downtown this winter?
Jets Hockey Games
Santa Claus Parade
Festival of Trees and Lights
All of the above
None of the above
POLL OF THE WEEK

 
 
 
The Downtown Winnipeg Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) represents 1,400 businesses in the district and runs programs targeting downtown image, cleanliness, safety, transportation and parking.

The Downtown BIZ also hosts events and promotes downtown as a great place to work, shop, live and enjoy. Programs include the Downtown Watch safety ambassadors, Easy Streets™ Blue Loonie loyalty program to save on transportation, and the Out to Lunch summer concert series, among many others.

The BIZ also advocates for downtown revitalization and enhanced services on behalf of its members.

Our program areas include:
Community Safety
Running programs that create a safe downtown for you, your family, and all who live, work, play, and learn downtown.

Image & Cleanliness
Creating wonderful, welcoming spaces for you to enjoy.

Transportation, Parking & Transit
Helping you get around downtown easily by car, bike, bus and on foot.

Events & Promotions
Providing you with fun events and great downtown experiences.

Communications & Marketing
Inviting you to enjoy shopping, entertainment, dining, and the unique environment only found here, in the heart of our city.

We also target downtown living, business development and advocacy.

The Downtown BIZ's programs and areas of focus are directed by a 16-person management board. Our BIZ staff are in charge of implementing these programs.