Events
Last chance to register: September Member Luncheon!
Date: Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Location: Pinnacle Club, Princess Auto Stadium
Registration & Networking: 11:25 – 11:55 a.m.
Luncheon: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Wade Miller, Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Please join us as Wade Miller, President & CEO of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, shares an insider’s perspective at what hosting the 2025 Grey Cup means for our local football club and for Winnipeg. From boosting our economy to showcasing our city on a national stage, discover how this major event will leave a lasting impact.
Cost for guests of members: $70 + GST
Attendees with allergies are encouraged to notify Kelly Smith in advance.
Registration Deadline: September 3rd 12:00pm
Thank you to our event sponsor:
Young Professionals September Social Event
Start off with 75 minutes of gameplay at Activate on Nairn (covered by your BYP membership), then head over to Belle’s Kitchen for a casual happy hour. Light appetizers and a drink ticket will be provided.
Date: Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Location: Activate East (Niarn)
Arrival Time: 3:00pm
Start Time: 3:30pm
You’re welcome to join us for both Activate and happy hour, or whichever part works best for you.
Please RSVP by emailing Kelly Smith and let us know if you’ll be at Activate, happy hour, or both so we can plan accordingly.
The Building Conference – Save the Date!
Please make sure to Save the Date for The Building Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
This full day event at the Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre, is dedicated entirely to designing, building, and managing commercial and institutional buildings. The conference combines a tradeshow/product expo, educational seminars, panel discussions and a keynote luncheon.
Our exhibitor showcase will once again highlight the latest technologies and building products for the building industry.
Now in its 11th year, The Building Conference is an annual joint effort of the Winnipeg Construction Association (WCA) and BOMA.
If you are interested in participating as an exhibitor, please visit the event website or email Tanna Melendez.
Education
Foundations of Real Estate Management Course
In partnership with BOMA International, we are pleased to once again offer the Foundations of Real Estate Management course, beginning October 2nd.
The 6-day (30 hour) classroom course – held every second Thursday starting in October – covers the fundamentals of CRE administration, management, building systems, accounting and reporting, contract management and more. Sessions combine in-person learning with behind-the-scenes tours of outstanding local buildings.
In addition, students who have completed the Foundations course are eligible to have their enrolment fee waived for a future BOMI certificate course (PAC, PMFP, FMC, BEC and SMC)
Spots are limited, so register today!
Course Details
Dates: 6 Thursday sessions (every second week, beginning October 2)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Various Winnipeg locations TBA (hosted by instructors)
Cost: $1,100 per student*
*includes student books and lunch
For more information or to register, visit the BOMA website or email Tom Thiessen
CIET – Building Operation and Maintenance Courses
This fall, CIET is offering a selection of specialized courses in Building Operation and Maintenance to help professionals improve energy efficiency, system reliability, and occupant comfort. Whether you’re a manager, operator, or technician, these trainings provide practical tools to optimize building performance and support sustainability goals.
Upcoming courses:
- Sept 16–19: Advanced Course on Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx)
- Oct 2: Building Automation Systems Essentials
- Nov 17–21: Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP)
- Nov 25–Dec 4: Certified Sustainable Building Operator (CSBO) (non-consecutive days)
Sharpen your skills and lead the way toward smarter, greener building operations. For more information, please visit the CIET website.
Special Announcements
New Funding Initiative for audits, technical studies, recommissioning, BOMA BEST certifications and more!
As part of the BOMA Enspire program, funding is now available for building audits, technical studies, recommissioning, monitoring systems, green building certifications and support for major retrofit enablement for eligible Class B & C buildings across Canada.
Participants can receive up to 80% of eligible costs, with a combined project cap of up to $125,000 per building (depending on building size) across different activities.
BOMA Enspire is a national retrofit support program that connects building owners and operators across Canada with experts to identify upgrade opportunities and guide their retrofit journeys.
Enrolment is free and participants have access to practical funding opportunities, resources, expert advice, and education sessions to support enhanced energy performance and seamless project development. Visit the BOMA Enspire website to register or to find out more.
Scam Notice: Conference attendee lists and BOMA lists
A friendly reminder to all members that BOMA does NOT sell our contact lists to anyone, EVER.
You may, from time to time, receive emails that claim to be from our office or from The Building Conference, gauging your interest in purchasing attendee or exhibitor lists. Please remember that we do NOT sell member, attendee, sponsor or exhibitor information to anyone.
If you happen to receive an email offering a list of this information, please note this is a scam, and delete it immediately.
Publications
New INSIDER in Members’ Hands!
Our Summer 2025 issue of BOMA INSIDER Magazine explores how sustainability is being integrated in building practices, design, storytelling, and community engagement. Highlights include a cover feature on Southwood Circle by UM Properties and a look at the Kapabamayak Achaak Healing Forest, designed in partnership with BOMA member firm ft3.
You’ll also find a full recap of our 2025 Awards of Excellence program, along with expert insights and project highlights from BOMA members across Winnipeg.
Printed copies have been mailed to all BOMA members, and the electronic version is also be available on the website. If you would like to receive additional print copies for your office, please contact Tanna Melendez by email or phone (204-777-2662).
Preventive Maintenance (PM) Guidebook Coming Soon!
BOMA Manitoba is excited to announce the upcoming release of our first Preventive Maintenance Guidebook!
The BOMA Manitoba Preventive Maintenance (PM) Guidebook is a member-driven resource that outlines maintenance schedules for key building systems, and practical checklists designed to help property managers, owners, and building operators extend the life of their assets and reduce costly repairs. Developed in collaboration with our industry expert member firms, the guide also factors in Manitoba-specific considerations to support effective building maintenance.
Please keep an eye on your inbox for emails from Maya Wisher with more details and opportunities to contribute. Thank you in advance for helping us shape this valuable resource for the industry!
Industry News
Local and national CRE news items compiled by BOMA and the Real Estate News Exchange (RENX)
Bigger, bolder, better: Entertainment hubs continue to excel as ‘third places’ – Building Design + Construction (08/22/2025)
Will Toronto’s civil servants return to the office full-time? – Toronto Today (08/26/2025)
Co-working spaces upgrade with perks, privacy and cold plunges – The Globe and Mail (08/26/2025)
SmartStop acquires 5 Alberta self-storage facilities – Real Estate News Exchange (08/27/2025)
An ambitious plan for an iconic heritage site – The Globe and Mail (08/27/2025)
Career Opportunities
Hiring? We can help.
Visit our Careers Page to post view these postings or post a career opportunity!
Commercial-Flat-Roofer
Transcona Roofing
Building Automation System Technician
Ainsworth
Electrician Apprentice (1st & 2nd year)
Ainsworth
Pursuit and Proposal Lead
Crosier Kilgour
Property Accountant
Artis REIT
Maintenance Technician
Artis REIT