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Back Downtown Spirit Week
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Thank you to every one of you who participated in the first Back Downtown Spirit Week! Your creativity, enthusiasm, and unwavering spirit made this week one for the books. We had over 60 workplaces who registered and even more who participated in the activities happening throughout downtown.
These week-long festivities were part of the Back Downtown campaign launched in November 2022. Along with Exchange District BIZ, West End BIZ and other partners, the campaign’s goal was to invite people to come back downtown.
DOWNTOWN SPIRIT LIVES ON
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Outdoor Farmers' Market season
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With the arrival of warmer weather, we are excited to kickstart the outdoor Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market! Get ready to indulge in the freshest produce, artisanal products,
and fun outdoor experiences in the heart of downtown.
As a BIZ member, you may take part for free! If you'd like to become a vendor, apply below.
FUN IN THE SUN
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Revitalizing the roadmap: Broadway
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Broadway is getting some tree-mendous new greenery and furniture. These improvements will not only enhance the visual appeal of the street, but also contribute to the health and vibrancy of our neighbourhood.
Centennial Fountain on Broadway
The Centennial Fountain was built to commemorate the centennial anniversary of Manitoba and the 50th anniversary of the first water supplied to Winnipeg from the Shoal Lake Aqueduct. The new landscaping was designed in collaboration with the community of Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.
Official ribbon cutting will be held on Friday, June 9 and open to the public thereafter.
New street furniture is popping up!
Benches, bike racks, and waste receptacles have been installed on the north boulevard. More furniture will be coming after construction on the south boulevard wraps up this Fall.
Turning Over a New Leaf: New Trees on Broadway
More than 70 new trees will be planted over the next two years to protect and revive the Broadway tree canopies. Many of the existing trees have succumbed to environmental stresses and diseases, and this project will protect and revive these canopies for future generations
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Air Canada Park Indigenous Garden planting and celebration
June 12
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Join us for the ninth annual Indigenous Garden planting and celebration. Before the park is under construction later this summer, we are continuing this meaningful tradition.
This year’s event will include:
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Blessing and ceremony from Elder David Budd
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Performances by Indigenous artists
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Refreshments for the community
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Pop-up from landscape architecture firm, Scatliff + Miller + Murray, to share information and collect input on the future of the park
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Planting of the Indigenous Garden by Downtown Winnipeg BIZ staff and volunteers
All are welcome to attend.
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Portage Place redevelopment community consultation
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Calling Portage Place mall users, the downtown community, and downtown visitors – your thoughts and opinions are needed!
True North Real Estate Development is conducting a survey to understand Portage Place users’ ideas and vision for the future development of the downtown mall.
Stay tuned for more community consultation pop-up event announcements.
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
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Pride parading through downtown!
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Join us in celebrating diversity, inclusivity, and the 2SLGBTQIA (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual) at this year’s Pride Parade!
Happening on June 4, the Pride Parade brings people together from all backgrounds and walks of life to show support and solidarity. Downtown Winnipeg BIZ is marching this year and our decorating committee is busy transforming our Kubotas into colourful floats!
Road closures: Memorial Boulevard will be completely closed between Broadway and York Avenue the morning of Sunday, June 4 until 1 p.m.
- 10 a.m. – Rally at Manitoba Legislative Building
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11 a.m. – Parade starting at Memorial Park
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Northbound on Memorial to Portage Avenue
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East on Portage Avenue to Main Street
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South on Main Street to William Stephenson Way, concluding along Waterfront Drive
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12 p.m. – Festival at The Forks
We encourage Downtown BIZ members to participate in this joyous downtown celebration. Whether you identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ or as an ally, your support and presence are invaluable in creating a welcoming downtown neighbourhood for everyone.
If your business has special offers during the tail end of Pride Week (June 1 - 4), please send them over to
kristian@downtownwinnipegbiz.com.
LOVE IS LOVE
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As always, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions:
204-958-4640
info@downtownwinnipegbiz.com
Thank you,
Kate Fenske, CEO
Downtown Winnipeg BIZ
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