If you are looking for a cost-effective, high impact way of getting your message out, look no further than the Downtown BIZ's advertising options.
Wanting to get involved in a high visibility program or event that will impact the downtown community in a positive way? Look into our many sponsorship opportunities.
Print Advertising
BIZword Newsletter
Our quarterly newsletter offers cost-effective advertising which reaches every business downtown, including most not-for-profits and government agencies. Each edition covers issues important to downtown businesses, including downtown news and events and updates on Downtown BIZ programs.
About 3,500 BIZwords are hand-delivered by Downtown Watch ambassadors, with others mailed or handed out to interested individuals. BIZwords are distributed in February, May, September and December.
Advertising options range from business card to half page sizes and also include cheap inserts.
 Download the BIZword Rate Card (PDF)
Interested? Contact Jennifer Verch at jennifer@downtownwinnipegbiz.com or 958-4640.
Get More. Get Downtown Directory
This annual, user-friendly digest features a listing of downtown entertainment, shopping, services and dining.
The full colour handbook is targeted to downtown employees and regular downtown users, as well as tourists. The directory offers high visibility, a long shelf life, and reasonable rates.
The 50,000 copies are distributed in May to:
- Downtown employees via the summer newsletter
- Downtown residents through the mail
- The Winnipeg Free Press home delivery to areas surrounding downtown
- Tourism outlets
- Hotels
- Shopping malls
Ads are available in several sizes, including 1/4 page, 1/2 page and full page. Ad production included.
Interested? Contact Jennifer Verch at jennifer@downtownwinnipegbiz.com or 958-4640.
Sponsorship
Through the business levy on BIZ members, the Downtown BIZ provides a strong mix of core programs. With additional sponsorships, we have developed popular and innovative programs ranging from arts and entertainment to socially conscious efforts like the Change for the Better program.
Sponsoring a Downtown BIZ event or program provides you with: - Increased visibility for your business
- Recognition from the Downtown BIZ
- An opportunity to contribute to the community
- A strong community-based partnership
For details on how to get involved, contact Jennifer Verch at jennifer@downtownwinnipegbiz.com or 958-4640. Summary of Sponsorship Opportunties
The following events and programs have sponsorship packages available.
Community Safety - Golf Tournament
- Change for the Better
- Winnipeg Police Service Horse Patrol
Events for Downtown - In for Lunch
- Out for Lunch
- Young Artists on the Avenue
Image of Downtown - Sidewalk Vacuum
- Watering Trailer & Golf Cart
- Corporate Banners
- Hanging Flower Planters (Portage Avenue)
Click here for a list of Downtown BIZ Partners.
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