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Our investors are passionate about Winnipeg’s future and our ability to drive our economy forward is dependent upon our continued partnership with private sector companies, organizations and government.

How investing in YES! Winnipeg makes a real impact on our city

  • Job creation: Our team provides data and services to businesses to support their efforts to attract top talent, create jobs and expand in our city.
  • Industry diversification: We work strategically to diversify the economy, reducing Winnipeg’s vulnerability to a single industry.
  • Business retention: We function as a concierge service to retain and grow existing local companies, reduce barriers and support their operational needs.
  • Economy fortification: Our team helps to protect Winnipeg’s economy from downturns by attracting and retaining major employers.
  • Tax revenue: When we attract more businesses to Winnipeg, it translates into additional spending in the economy and increased tax revenue for community services and projects.
  • Quality of life: A thriving economy means more jobs, better infrastructure and a higher gross domestic product, raising the standard of living for everyone in Winnipeg.

Join other business leaders who are committed to building a stronger Winnipeg. Learn how you can become an investor.

Investor Directory

Our investors are innovative leaders, recognized as industry experts locally, nationally and globally. Browse through our partner directory to learn more about the work they do.

Changemaker

Canada Life

For over 125 years, our 3 companies —Great-West Life, London Life & Canada Life— have been trusted by Canadians for helping them reach their full potential.

City of Winnipeg

Manitoba Hydro

Providing reliable, affordable energy to consumers throughout Manitoba, and trades electricity within three wholesale markets in Canada and the U.S. midwest.

Province of Manitoba

Winnipeg Airports Authority

A community-based, non-share capital corporation that operates, manages, maintains, and invests in the city's local community/international airport.

Influencer

James Richardson & Sons, Limited

From modest beginnings as a grain-merchandising operation in Kingston, Ontario, the firm has expanded into an international multi-enterprise corporation.

Johnston Group

We provides employee benefit solutions to companies from 1 to 10,000+ employees. 30,000+ businesses trust Johnston Group for their employee benefit needs.

Megill-Stephenson Company

A holding company based in Winnipeg, Manitoba with interests in the automobile retail, sports & entertainment, real estate, financial services, and healthcare.

Leader

6P Marketing

A collaborative marketing agency that helps clients create more passionate consumers and brand connections for better short and long-term business results.

Air Canada

Air Canada is Canada's largest domestic and international airline serving more than 200 airports on six continents. Among the world's 20 largest airlines.

Leger

Leger is the largest Canadian-owned market research and analytics company, with more than 600 employees in eight Canadian and US offices.

Palliser

Winnipeg-based Palliser is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of made-to-order leather and fabric upholstered furniture.

Price Industries

A North American market leader in ventilation products for nonresidential buildings due to its commitment to innovation and customer service.

Princess Auto Ltd.

We provide hard-working Canadians with a unique assortment of tools and equipment through 48 stores coast-to-coast, a National Call Centre and our online store.

Probe Research Inc.

Probe Research Inc. is a full-service North American marketing and public opinion organization based in Winnipeg.

RBC

RBC is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance.

The Free Press

The Winnipeg Free Press is Manitoba's leading media company and has the largest market penetration of any big city daily newspaper in Canada.

Xplornet Enterprise Solutions

Xplornet Enterprise Solutions provides a full-service approach to your business connectivity requirements with reliable, scalable customized solutions.

Collaborator

Bell MTS

Manitoba's only full-service communications and IT provider. Business and residential communications solutions for wireless, internet, data, IT services, etc.

BMO

As a business partner for 200 years and counting, BMO provides a range of personal and business banking, wealth management, and investment products & services.

CIBC

CIBC is a leading global financial institution providing a full suite of products and services to over 11 million clients across Canada and around the world.

Corporate Source Inc.

Solutions in print, direct mail, custom signage, displays, store interiors, vehicle graphics, promotional items, web to print solutions, etc.

Deloitte

Deloitte's client-service teams help create powerful business solutions for organizations operating anywhere in the world.

FWS Group of Companies

Our clients can benefit from improved cost control, shortened time frames, on-time/on-budget delivery, maximized whole life value, and cost savings.

Graham Construction and Engineering Inc.

Graham is an employee-owned construction company that delivers lasting value to the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors.

Imaginet

Since 1997, Imaginet has helped clients across a variety of industry verticals and geographies with their toughest software challenges.

Ironclad Developments Inc.

Ironclad Developments Inc. is a construction development company focusing on the design and production of multi-family apartments within Canada.

KPMG

We combine a multidisciplinary approach with deep industry knowledge to help clients meet challenges and respond to opportunities.

Ladco Company Limited

Ladco has interests in land development, commercial & residential real estate, property management, heavy construction, building products, and hospitality.

MNP

MNP proudly serve and respond to the needs of our clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

NFI Group Inc.

NFI offers the widest range of sustainable vehicle drive systems available, including zero-emission electric, electric hybrid, natural gas, and clean diesel.

PCL Constructors Canada Inc.

PCL is active in the commercial, civil, and heavy industrial sectors. Its special projects division focuses on short-schedule, finish-intensive projects.

Pinnacle

Locally owned recruitment firm with 22 sector-specialized recruiters in two key areas of focus: Executive & Professional Search, and Staffing & Recruiting.

PSB Integration

We deliver design, integration and project management to a wide range of projects in audio, visual, communication, security, lighting control and automation.

Qualico

Our lines of business include single and multi-family homes, community and commercial development, property management, and building materials.

ROBINSON

ROBINSON is a fully diversified distributor of plumbing, heating, lighting, electrical, pump, and waterworks products.

Rogers Sports and Media

We’re reimagining the future of sports and media by innovating at the intersection of data, technology, and audience engagement.

Scotiabank

Scotiabank offers a diverse range of products and services, including personal, commercial, corporate, and investment banking.

Shaw

Shaw is the industry leader in Internet, Mobile, Television, Satellite and Business connectivity solutions.

Shelter Canadian Properties Limited

Shelter Canadian Properties Limited is one of Canada's leading privately owned real estate development and property management companies.

SkipTheDishes

SkipTheDishes connects millions of customers with over 40,000 Restaurant Partners in Canada.

TD Bank

TD Bank Group offers a full range of financial products and services to more than 17 million customers.

The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company

Wawanesa is a Canadian company with over $11.3 billion assets and over 2 million policies. It is one of the 10 largest property and casualty insurers in Canada.

Thompson Dorfman Sweatman (TDS)

With 110 lawyers across nine Manitoba offices and one Saskatchewan office, TDS is Manitoba's largest independent law firm.

Tripwire Media Group

How is your video breaking through the clutter? Tripwire can help ensure your videos make an impact and reach your audience in the way you need it to.

Ubisoft Winnipeg

Creating tools & technology powering some of Ubisoft’s most innovative products in the industry and enabling teams to create immersive, engaging game worlds.

Visual Lizard Inc.

You have ideas. We have gumption. Get in touch, and let's build something together.

Wellington-Altus Private Wealth

Wellington-Altus Private Wealth is a holistic wealth advice company for affluent families across Canada.

WestJet

We fly to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, The Caribbean and Europe. Our 14,000 WestJetters fly more than 22 million guests a year.

Supporter

American Express

American Express is a global services company, providing customers with access to products, insights, and experiences that enrich lives and build business succe

American Express

AMIK

Dedicated to helping Canada’s Indigenous demographic access employment opportunities and helping employers recruit and retain an Indigenous workforce.

AMIK

Architecture49

We create inspiring spaces that elevate the health, social vitality and sustainability of our communities.

Architecture49

Art Metz Contract Interiors

Art Metz is a full-service contract furniture and architectural walls dealer. We serve clients throughout Canada across a range of markets.

Art Metz Contract Interiors

Avenir IT

Winner of Canada's top 50 Best Managed IT companies, Avenir IT delivers Stress Free IT services and solutions that just plain work.

Avenir IT

BDO Canada LLP

BDO is a leader in financial, tax and advisory services in Canada and abroad, providing intuitive solutions to difficult business challenges.

BDO Canada LLP

BentallGreenOak

As one of the largest real estate services providers in Canada, we manage more than 60 million square feet where people live, work and play.

BentallGreenOak

Bockstael Construction Limited

Bockstael provides construction services as general contractors, construction managers, and design-builders, serving Manitoba clients in multiple sectors.

Bockstael Construction Limited

Business Council of Manitoba

The Council exists to make Manitoba a preferred place to live, work and invest. A diverse membership of company leaders committed to Manitoba’s economic growth.

Business Council of Manitoba

Colliers International

An integrated local market leader providing commercial real estate sales, leasing, property management, appraisal and tax appeal services.

Colliers International

Concord Projects

Concord Projects are committed to a team-oriented, fair, and honest approach to the construction management, general contracting, and design-build process.

Concord Projects

Conviron

Conviron is the world leader in the design, manufacture and installation of controlled environment systems for plant growth.

Conviron

Crestcom

Crestcom’s award-winning leadership development program creates sustained behaviour change and a quantifiable ROI.

Crestcom

Cushman & Wakefield | Stevenson

Winnipeg's largest full service commercial real estate firm specializing in brokerage, valuation and advisory, and property management.

Cushman & Wakefield | Stevenson

CWB Financial Group

At CWB we uncover your dreams and goals in order to find financial solutions to make them come true. You might even say that we’re obsessed with your success!

CWB Financial Group

Eastside Group of Companies

Family-owned for over 40 years, The Eastside Group of Companies services collision repair, coatings & composites, heavy truck collision, and autobody service.

Eastside Group of Companies

Efficiency Manitoba

Our goal is to make saving energy and reducing energy bills easy, offering programs and to all Manitobans to help them save energy, money, and the environment.

Efficiency Manitoba

Ellement Consulting Group

Ellement Consulting Group is a national provider of integrated Retirement, Benefit, Actuarial, and Investment Consulting.

Ellement Consulting Group

Fillmore Riley LLP

Our core practice areas include banking and finance, business law, insurance, litigation, real estate & commercial development, and tax & wealth management.

Fillmore Riley LLP

Gallagher

Gallagher is a global leader in insurance, risk management & consulting services helping clients face challenges and providing effective solutions.

Gallagher

Gardon Construction Ltd.

Gardon Construction - A diverse firm with extensive expertise in construction management, general contracting, and concrete restoration and rehabilitation.

Gardon Construction Ltd.

GFIT Wellness

GFIT Wellness is one of Canada’s fastest growing online health and wellness companies.

GFIT Wellness

GHY International

GHY Specializes in trade compliance for Canada and U.S. imports/exports, we ensure best practices for doing business in today’s global economy.

GHY International

Harvard Developments Inc.

Harvard Developments Inc. is a dynamic, innovative real estate firm whose hard-earned reputation has spanned over 114 years.

Harvard Developments Inc.

HSBC Bank Canada

For almost 40 years, Canadian and international customers have counted on HSBC to bring our global experience and perspective to evolving trends and issues.

HSBC Bank Canada

HUB International

Hi, we’re HUB. We advise businesses and individuals on how to reach their goals.

HUB International

Launch Coworking

We enable members to cowork, meet, and host events. More than a shared office space, it’s a safe place where you'll be inspired by the community of others.

Launch Coworking

Legacy Bowes

A Winnipeg-based firm offering Executive Search & Recruitment for entire workforce teams; HR & Workplace Investigation Support.

Legacy Bowes

M.D. Steele

Since 1993, we have maintained our reputation for fair, reliable and innovative workmanship as general contractors, construction managers and design builders.

M.D. Steele

MacDon Industries Ltd.

MacDon is a world leader in technology, innovation, and manufacturing of high-performance harvesting equipment.

MacDon Industries Ltd.

Magellan Aerospace

Magellan Aerospace, Winnipeg is a global company that provides complex aerostructure and aeroengine components and assemblies.

Magellan Aerospace

Maple Leaf Construction Ltd.

Maple Leaf Construction has been a heavy construction contractor specializing in asphalt/concrete paving, sewer, and water site services since 1943.

Maple Leaf Construction Ltd.

MLT Aikins

A full-service law firm of more than 240 lawyers with a commitment to Western Canada and an understanding of this market’s unique legal and business landscape.

MLT Aikins

MMI Asset Management Ltd.

MMI provides access to investment opportunities with real results through our institutional approach to asset management and development.

MMI Asset Management Ltd.

Neptune Properties Inc.

Neptune Properties' Winnipeg portfolio includes 14 institutional-quality industrial, retail, and office assets.

Neptune Properties Inc.

Norima Consulting

We help businesses engage their customers through the use of technology.

Norima Consulting

Northwest Properties Ltd.

Northwest Properties Ltd. is a Winnipeg based real estate investment and development company specializing in commercial and multi-residential properties.

Northwest Properties Ltd.

Online Business Systems (Online)

Online is a digital transformation and cybersecurity consultancy. Since 1986 we have been using technology to deliver dramatic business results.

Online Business Systems (Online)

People First HR /People Corporation

People Corporation and People First HR for employee benefits, HR consulting, career management, executive search and management recruitment.

People First HR /People Corporation

Pitblado Law

We understand complexity; we understand your needs. And we are shaped by 130+ years of skill, passion, and integrity.

Pitblado Law

Private Pension Partners

High-quality real estate development and redevelopment services matched with a bottom-up approach to asset management.

Private Pension Partners

PwC

PwC helps organizations and individuals create the value they're looking for, by delivering quality assurance, tax and advisory services.

PwC

Scatliff + Miller + Murray

Creating visionary plans for any type of land development, including neighbourhoods, streetscapes, commercial developments, or parks & recreation facilities.

Scatliff + Miller + Murray

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting

Staffmax is a leading provider of high-quality temporary staffing, full-service permanent recruiting and C-level executive search services.

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting

Taylor McCaffrey LLP

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is one of Manitoba's leading law firms. Our driving focus is to provide exceptional legal advice.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP

Terracon Development Ltd.

Terracon has been creating premier business parks in Manitoba since 1976.

Terracon Development Ltd.

Tribal Councils Investment Group of Manitoba Ltd.

TCIG is a First Nations-owned company formed by the 7 Tribal Councils of Manitoba which represents 50 First Nations communities across the province.

Tribal Councils Investment Group of Manitoba Ltd.

VanHack

VanHack is a tech-enabled recruiting company that prides itself on changing candidates' lives. We offer in-house support and global mobility services.

VanHack

Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd.

Winnipeg-based insurance agency offering a comprehensive suite of insurance solutions including Home, Auto, Life, Business and Travel insurance.

Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd.

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Ilona Niemczyk

Ilona Niemczyk
Director of Corporate Partnerships
YES! Winnipeg Team
Tel: 1 204 954 0992

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