Downtown Winnipeg BIZ
426 Portage Avenue R3C 0C9 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

One grant helping two businesses. We know our Downtown Winnipeg BIZ members need support to make it through the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. To help, we designed a grant to build sustainability for two member businesses with each grant awarded. The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Connect Grant pairs member businesses needing support with the member experts that can provide services like website design and development, HR and staffing solutions, accounting, IT support, legal se...rvices and marketing. We are committed to an inclusive program so 20% of the grants will be allocated for BIPOC-owned businesses and 20% of the grants will be allocated for women-owned businesses. Downtown Winnipeg BIZ members are encouraged to visit our website to learn more and apply. https://bit.ly/34lJORx #finditdowntown #downtownwinnipeg

It's almost time for Fried Chicken Fest 2021! Find fried fowl dishes from downtown faves including The Merchant Kitchen, Shark Club Sports Bar, LOCAL Public Eatery, Velvet Glove Restaurant, SMITH Restaurant, and last year's winner: Capital Grill Broadway. There's lots to choose from so order up and vote! https://friedchickenfest.ca/

These slide puzzles are out of order! If you are good at solving these types of puzzles, you might be great as our new Director of Operations! Are you someone who is good at seeing the bigger picture, identifying gaps and trends and moving multiple pieces in a way that focuses on success? We’re looking for a strategic leader who is passionate about people and downtown Winnipeg someone to provide leadership to our Enviro, Ambassador, Member Services and Public realm teams. ...If this sounds like you (or someone you know), check us out! Visit our website to learn more: https://downtownwinnipegbiz.com/join-us/

Check out this jury of skilled and talented folks! Thanks to everyone who submitted an entry for the Chinatown Year of the Ox Banner Competition (presented with the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre). Stay tuned for when we announce a winner!

Have you ever noticed the wave detail on the planters in front of Winnipeg Clinic? A few of us hadn’t noticed until seeing this photo by Carla Dyck Photography! What are some of your favourite tiny details on downtown Winnipeg buildings? : Carla Dyck Photography thanks for sharing!... #finditdowntown #downtownwinnipeg

We agree with @mpratt_photog - downtown Winnipeg is always magical with a bit of snow. . . Such a gorgeous shot by @mpratt_photog - who always takes the most lovely photos of our favourite neighbourhood... .... . #finditdowntown #Winnipeg #204 #urban #city #canada #downtown #onlyinthepeg #manitobafeatures #yourmanitoba #snow #weather #cyberpunk #architecture See more

Our Ambassadors were in Chinatown installing new curbside pick-up signs! Look for the bright pink signs for 15 minutes of free downtown parking. #FindItDowntown #SupportLocal

We currently have opportunities in General Maintenance and on our Downtown Ambassador Team, including a Team Lead position. For more information, and to apply bit.ly/35wVoKA

Great news for Manitoba restaurants that shifted to offer delivery as a result of Critical (red) public health orders! This relief is available to both restaurants that provide their own delivery and those using third-party delivery companies. https://rrf.mbchamber.mb.ca/

PM Justin Trudeau just announced the new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy. Here’s what we know so far - more details will be forthcoming. bit.ly/35MQrxu

We hope you’ve enjoyed revisiting our Downtown Sounds videos as much as we have! To wrap up the series, we head to Chinatown. For this video, we collaborated with Synonym Art Consultation x Studio 393, featuring artists DJ Kilusan, Boogey The Beat and BBoy Majo (representing the Wall-to-Wall Mentorship Program). Have a wonderful weekend, Winnipeg, and we hope to see you all soon!

We thought we’d kick off Friday with a visit to beloved downtown honky tonk Times Change(d) High & Lonesome Club for a listen to Sweet Alibi. . During the summer, we were so fortunate to be able to enjoy live music outside in a safe way at The Beer Can at The Fortune Block. Times Change(d) did the music programming and we saw so many friends and familiar faces. For many, ourselves included, The Beer Can saved summer. . With the cooler weather, we can no longer visit The C...an and Times Change(d), as a venue, abides. . Times Change(d) is launching a compilation album, featuring 25 local acts, each being paid a minimum guarantee of $500, called We Gotta Lotta Givin’ To Do. They are fundraising to give more back to each contributing musician. Visit their Facebook page for all the details. . Here is the fundraising link in the hopes that you will support this iconic venue and Winnipeg musicians bit.ly/3n0XPLI . #finditdowntown #timeschanged #timeschangedhighandlonesome #winnipegmusic #winnipeg #downtownwinnipeg See more

Downtown Family Foods is offering online ordering and contactless delivery or curbside pickup!

Applications are now being accepted for the Manitoba Bridge Grant program. The program provides an immediate one-time payment to small and medium-sized businesses, not-for-profits and charitable organizations For information: https://bit.ly/38OocAD

A reminder that the Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market in Cityplace Winnipeg scheduled for today has been cancelled.

The Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market inside Cityplace Winnipeg originally scheduled for Thursday, November 19th, has been cancelled and the market has been paused while Winnipeg is under code red on the Pandemic Response System. . Please continue to support our friends at Cityplace restaurants and food court tenants by grabbing take out. . #dtwpgfarmersmkt #finditdowntown

We are hiring positions in General Maintenance as well as on our Downtown Ambassador Team, as well as a Team Lead. For more information, and to apply bit.ly/35wVoKA

The Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market scheduled for November 9th & December 3rd in Cityplace Winnipeg have been cancelled.

Today’s look back at our Downtown Sounds Concert videos from the spring brings us back to Leonard Sumner singing his song Sun Comin’ Around on top of the parkade at The Forks . The Forks is the soul of downtown Winnipeg and where we all gather to celebrate...well everything! From Canada Day...to Winnipeg Blue Bombers winning the Grey Cup - we are there, together. . Things are different now - Canada Day was virtual (albeit lovely!) and we get to keep the Grey Cup for anothe...r year. The Forks, while much, much quieter, remains open. The Common is closed for dine-in but the restaurants are there - doing take out, curbside delivery and many also offer delivery. The retailers are also still open, at reduced capacity, and online. . Let’s all continue to support The Forks at this time - when they need us most. Let’s make sure all of the tenants are still there, when Winnipeggers can all safely gather again. . . Tourism Winnipeg Travel Manitoba #finditdowntown #meetmeattheforks #theforks #downtownsounds #downtownwinnipeg #winnipeg

Check out White Star Diner snazzy new door sign!

We’re all certainly living in interesting times. With so much going on, we thought that we’d slow it all down a little and revisit our Downtown Sounds Concert videos that we launched in the spring. . Enjoy a moment of zen with Sierra Noble singing Let Me Out of Here, performed with Rusty Maytas on the rooftop of the Winnipeg Art Gallery. . One week ago, Winnipeg Art Gallery shared the name of the new #InuitArtCentre - Qaumajuq [HOW-ma-yourq], meaning It is bright, it i...s lit. . The Winnipeg Art Gallery is temporarily closed (please note the new Winnipeg Art Gallery Shop is OPEN!) and we could all use a little light. . We will be reposting the remaining 3 Downtown Sounds videos this week. Enjoy! . @manitobamusic #finditdowntown #downtownsounds #downtownwinnipeg #winnipeg See more

We remember. To watch the national virtual ceremony, visit https://www.legion.ca//remembrance-d/the-national-ceremony

The Downtown Winnipeg Farmers’ Market scheduled for this Thursday, November 5th has been cancelled. . While Farmers’ Markets are able to proceed, following Manitoba Health Guidelines, out of an abundance of caution, this week’s market will not go ahead. . We will continue to evaluate the situation and will resume the Market once it is safe to do so. ... . Please continue to support our venue sponsor Cityplace Winnipeg and their tenants. . Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market #dtwpgfarmersmkt #finditdowntown #covid19mb #downtownwinnipeg #winnipeg See more

+15 and this sky at the beginning of November? We’ll take it! . Times are tough, but at the end of the day, there’s beauty. . Stay strong Winnipeg. ... Wash your hands. Physically distance......... Wear a mask. Be kind. Support your downtown Winnipeg stores and restaurants. . . @pongtravels . Winnipeg, Manitoba (November 2, 2020) . #finditdowntown #downtownwinnipeg #savembrestaurants #winnipeg #winnipegrestaurant #eatlocal

The health and well-being of our valued guests, associates, and the community of Winnipeg are paramount to our operations. From Day 1 we have not only followed ...health regulations, but have taken them to an escalated level. However to maintain compliance with COVID19 Public Health Regulations we sadly closed our doors to in room dinning today until further notice. We are still offering pickup service and delivery by UberEats. To pickup and support direct call: 204-942-6411 To order online for delivery: https://www.ubereats.com//joannas-c/l6kyY92TTsKlXzNsAM_0_A We send well wishes to you and your close ones during these challanging times.

If you’re looking for something to do this evening - check this free online concert out!

Thank you to Susie Erjavec Parker for this initiative... Your favourite downtown restaurants need you. If you are able to, please order take out/curb side pickup from your favourites this weekend, and over the weeks ahead.

Introducing the DCSP CONNECT team! Downtown Winnipeg BIZ Watch has fully transitioned to the Downtown Community Safety Partnership with enhanced services and a new look. Together, we’re focused on proactive community engagement to enhance safety, health and well-being for everyone downtown. . The CONNECT Team, formerly the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ WATCH, has transitioned to the Downtown Community Safety Partnership (DCSP) to provide frontline, non-emergency response and assista...nce in downtown Winnipeg. Members of the CONNECT Team will continue to provide a friendly and welcoming presence to everyone living, working and visiting downtown. They serve as a first point of contact for assistance and referral for all members of the downtown community as part of the continuum of service teams within the DCSP, focussed on enhancing safety, health and well-being. . Work is ongoing to launch two additional DCSP teams that will support CONNECT in providing 24/7 assistance to the downtown community. The Mobile Assist and Connect (MAC247) Team and Community Outreach Advocacy (COAR) Team, formerly the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ CHAT program, will address the needs of the downtown community, including those with requirements that are more complex. Additionally, the DCSP is establishing an Information and Communications Centre to facilitate timely, appropriate and consistent response to those in need downtown. . For additional information: https://www.dcsp.ca/ . #finditdowntown #downtowncommunitysafetypartnership #dcsp #downtownwinnipeg #winnipeg See more

The Winnipeg Art Gallery building formerly known as the Inuit Art Centre has been renamed! Find out more about the new name, the naming process and it's meaning, in the vimeo video below.

IMPORTANT Stop your Sunday scrolling and check this out - Bagelsmith opened at 185 Carlton St and @reesefeast tagged us in this great post! @reesefeast ! ... two-and-a-half months unemployed and a seriousness toward covid-19 precautions made for a quiet month on the dining out front. happy to announce i am returning to my usual search for all things edible in winnipegjust socially distanced! yay! earlier this week, @bagelsmith_wpg finally unlocked the door to their brick-and-mortar location! once the most elusive and popular (as in.. sold out in minutes?! ) pandemic bread delivery option, now you can stop by their carlton street shop to secure yourself bagels, schmears, and.. doritos sandwiches?! pictured are the bento on poppy seed and smoked meat on everything bagel sandwiches. the smoked meat is imported from montréal! the flavor makes me miss st-viateur and schwartz's! the bento is essentially lox with fresh vegetables to cut the smokiness; it was my favorite of the two and i think it will be an easy favorite for most. if you get two and split them like i did, opt for hot mustard (i was cautious and got mild) as the wasabi schmear on the bento is not very spicy. i am looking forward to returning for better interior photos! there was a lengthy, steady line at lunchtime so i was unable to do any photography. the staff kept to social distancing guidelines, ushering customers out with great efficiency through a back entrance. safe, quick, and delicious! everything you could want from takeout right now. my next order has to include the caramelized onion schmear and smoked butter! ' ' ! when you make purchases from small businesses, they thrive, turning right around and reinvesting that money into our local economy! since everyone eats.. usually that means dining out! the circle of life! @jamison.lk #finditdowntown #downtownwinnipeg #winnipeg #winnipegfoodie See more