Winnipeg's
Downtown
Recovery
Strategy
Applications are now closed.
Building Business Grant Program
Funding assistance provided by the Manitoba government.
As a part of the Building Business stream of Winnipeg’s Downtown Recovery Strategy, the Building Business Grant Program has been developed with the following objectives:
- Create and maintain jobs in downtown Winnipeg.
- Create and fill visually appealing storefronts, offices, and workspaces, making downtown an attractive destination for individuals and businesses.
- Support existing businesses and attract new businesses committed to growing our downtown economy.
- Increase the resilience of downtown businesses by helping them build their skills and capacity.
- Make downtown safer and more vibrant by increasing the number of people visiting and working here.
For detailed information please review the
Building Business Grant Program Guide
If you have questions please contact us at
business@downtownrecovery.ca
New marketing plan to help downtown recover
RFP released
The Downtown Action Team responsible for implementing the Downtown Recovery Strategy, is seeking a marketing firm/team for the development and implementation of a “Support Downtown” marketing campaign. Proposals must be submitted by Friday, August 26, 2022 at 3:00PM CDT.
Download the RFP to learn more.
Province of Manitoba invests in downtown recovery
New programs to help businesses set-up and expand in downtown
Today the Province of Manitoba announced $2.5 million in support for a new program under the Building Business Stream of the Downtown Recovery Strategy. The program includes business improvement grants, a ground floor incubation strategy to match entrepreneurs with vacant spaces downtown, new market research and marketing campaign. If you’re a business owner interested in the new program, please sign up here for updates. More information on the Building Business Program and grant applications will be available soon.
New affordable housing program launched
City of Winnipeg targets $20 million for downtown recovery
The Affordable Housing Now program launched by the City of Winnipeg, and administered in partnership with CentreVenture, provides capital grants and tax increment financing (TIF) grants for private and non-profit developers building affordable housing in downtown Winnipeg. This new program also enable developers to qualify for federal programs requiring support from another level of government. To learn more about the program and how to apply, visit the program website or reach out to staff at CentreVenture.
New marketing plan to help downtown recover
RFP released
The Downtown Action Team responsible for implementing the Downtown Recovery Strategy, is seeking a marketing firm/team for the development and implementation of a “Support Downtown” marketing campaign. Proposals must be submitted by Friday, August 26, 2022 at 3:00PM CDT.
Download the RFP to learn more.
Province of Manitoba invests in downtown recovery
New programs to help businesses set-up and expand in downtown
Today the Province of Manitoba announced $2.5 million in support for a new program under the Building Business Stream of the Downtown Recovery Strategy. The program includes business improvement grants, a ground floor incubation strategy to match entrepreneurs with vacant spaces downtown, new market research and marketing campaign. If you’re a business owner interested in the new program, please sign up here for updates. More information on the Building Business Program and grant applications will be available soon.
New affordable housing program launched
City of Winnipeg targets $20 million for downtown recovery
The Affordable Housing Now program launched by the City of Winnipeg, and administered in partnership with CentreVenture, provides capital grants and tax increment financing (TIF) grants for private and non-profit developers building affordable housing in downtown Winnipeg. This new program also enable developers to qualify for federal programs requiring support from another level of government. To learn more about the program and how to apply, visit the program website or reach out to staff at CentreVenture.
Air Canada Park RFP issued
Professional public engagement firm/team sought
Air Canada Window Park is a heavily used park in downtown Winnipeg, identified for revitalization through the Downtown Recovery Strategy . This RFP for public engagement services is the first phase of investment in the park funded by the City of Winnipeg. Download the RFP Document to learn more.
Tax increment financing supports downtown recovery
$10 million to be invested in new downtown developments
The new City of Winnipeg Heritage and Economic Development Incentive (HEDI) program, administered in partnership with CentreVenture, provides tax increment financing grants for development projects that result in job creation, conservation of heritage buildings, and the redevelopment of downtown surface parking lots. To learn more about the program and how to apply, visit the program website or reach out to staff at CentreVenture.
COVID-19 impacts on downtown Winnipeg
New report shows significant challenges post-pandemic
The State of the Downtown report captures the quantitative impacts of the pandemic to date, and highlights the impacts on the people behind the numbers, and includes immediate calls to action. This report, along with 20 roundtable discussions, reaching 110 people from various community sectors in the downtown formed the basis for the Downtown Recovery Framework.
Downtown Winnipeg is celebrating Culture Days with free art, music, dance, workshops, events, markets, and experiences at featured downtown destinations. From October 1 to 8, enjoy immersive and entertaining family-friendly experiences throughout downtown Winnipeg as we embrace Downtown Culture Days.
Check back as we update the schedules at each location!
BONUS FUN!
At each of the locations, find the street artist creating a floating mural! The mural will only be around for one day at each venue so make sure to catch it!
Take your picture at the Photo Prop Opp set up at each of the featured venues. Share on social media and use #downtownculturedays to be entered to win a gift package!
Central Park
West End BIZ invites the community to come together for entertainment, storytelling, singing, dancing, a community marketplace and more! Get hands-on through assorted workshops including Ukrainian wreath making with the Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre Oseredok, button making with Art City, Object Puppetry with Green Kids, sidewalk chalk with Pink Panda, and even more crafting with the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE
The Forks
Five days of culture for all - including Winnipeg’s biggest kitchen party, singalongs, concerts and open dance classes – is taking place at The Forks. Head to The Forks for new experiences each night as part of Downtown Culture Days.
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE
Stephen Juba Park
Come connect, reflect and celebrate Culture Days in the Exchange District! At Stephen Juba Park, it’s all about reflection as local artists and activities rooted in land and culture are showcased, with music echoing across the Red River and breathing life into installations displayed along the waterfront.
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE
OLD MARKET SQUARE
Visit Old Market Square to explore the many ways in which the Exchange District beckons us, with its vibrant history, iconic architecture, world-class art, and above all, its people. Engage with multifaceted installations, film projections, and diverse performances in the Cube and throughout the Square.
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE
CHINATOWN
The Winnipeg Chinese Cultural Centre welcomes everyone to a unique open-air market experience in Winnipeg’s Chinatown. Taking after popular night market themes across Asia, the Winnipeg Chinatown Night Market engages, celebrates, revitalizes and empowers local businesses. The event brings new life to the neighbourhood during this significant cultural time through a multi-sensory day of music, flavours, performance and dance.
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE
HARGRAVE STREET MARKET
Hargrave St. Market presents a cultural festival that invites you to enjoy some of our city's best musical, culinary, and arts in "Heart of the City" on October 8th. Start the day with family oriented arts and entertainment - design your own "heart of the city" t shirt with FFO while you dance your hearts out at the Wacky Doodle Dance Party (for kids) lead by DJ's Co-Op and K-Chedda. Enjoy performances by local dancers and entertainers all day long! Performances by Cassidy Mann, Fontaine, Sierra Noble, Boogie the Beat, Mariachi Ghost, and Dirty Catfish Hot + Dirty Dance Party! DJs Anthony OKs, Hunnicutt, Zuki, Swift and Dad will keep you dancing all night long!
VIEW THE FULL AGENDA HERE