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Premier of Manitoba Mayor of Winnipeg
BRIAN PALLISTER BRIAN BOWMAN

On behalf of all Manitobans, I am pleased to congratulate the Greetings and best wishes to everyone reading this year’s
Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Manitoba Commercial Building Directory.
for continuing to be an effective advocate for building owners,
investors, developers and managers throughout our province. Over the next twenty-five years, Winnipeg’s population is
expected to chart strong and steady increases and we are
Beyond its advocacy on behalf of its members, BOMA provides on track to being a city of one million people strong. As a
a valuable opportunity for industry professionals and service City, we need to be thinking about and planning today for
providers to discuss issues of mutual importance and share a future we know is going to create increased demand in
potential solutions. By offering continuing education and both residential properties and commercial real estate, and
building certification opportunities, it sets the standard for waste many of you reading this publication are actively involved in
reduction, conservation and efficient managerial practices. preparing and planning for a growing city.
Most importantly, BOMA continues to play an important role in
helping our economy grow and our communities to evolve.
BOMA’s vision of a prosperous and sustainable commercial
It is often said that the only thing better than today in Manitoba and institutional buildings industry in Manitoba is so
is tomorrow in Manitoba. I know that is true because of the great important to Winnipeg. I am committed to rebuilding our
work done by organizations such as the Building Owners and downtown, leveraging the best of public and private sector
Managers Association of Manitoba. investment to create a hospitable climate for citizens and
businesses alike. By providing a network and forum for
Keep up the great work. Best wishes for another great year. industry professionals and service providers to exchange
ideas, experiences and knowledge, BOMA is a key partner in
building that vibrant, growing city of the future.

On behalf of the City of Winnipeg and my City Council
The Honourable Brian Pallister colleagues, I want to thank each of you for your continued
efforts to make Winnipeg an even better city!

Sincerely,

Mayor Brian Bowman
City of Winnipeg

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