Information for the Professional
Property Manager

Who is the PPMA?
The PPMA was first organized in 1984 and currently represents 58,139 rental units, over 1/3 of the total rental universe in Manitoba and 60% within Winnipeg - both private and public sector housing - 58 property owners and managers and over 96 Associate members from the supply industry.  PPMA is the sole voice for the residential rental industry in Manitoba. 

Who should be a member of the PPMA?
The PPMA welcomes Members who are owners/property managers of residential rental properties and Associate Members from the residential rental supply industry.

What are benefits to membership with the PPMA?
There are a number of benefits to both owner/manager and associate members which include the following ...

PRINCIPLE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:

Education:

·          Annual Conference & Trade Show

·          Educational Sessions

·          Quarterly Newsletter

·          Annual Golf Tournament

·          Various networking and social activities

·          Committee Involvement

·          Monthly General Membership Breakfasts

·          Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Activities

·          Industry related Media Advisories

·          Access to industry reports and research

Representation:

PPMA constantly strives to foster and maintain strong relations with all levels of government, neighbourhood associations and other industry peers and provide support from an industry specialist in the Residential Tenancies Act.

Discounts:

We are pleased to offer member exclusive discounts through our Member Advantage Program. 

ASSOCIATES MEMBERS BENEFITS

Education:

·          Annual Conference & Trade Show

·          Ongoing Education Sessions

·          Quarterly Newsletter

Expanded Business Market:

Members have networking access to Property Owners & Managers.

Sponsorship/Advertising:

·          Annual Conference & Trade Show

·          Quarterly Newsletter

·          Member Social Evening

·          Annual Golf Tournament

·          Annual General Meeting Luncheon

·          December Holiday Luncheon

·          Monthly General Membership Breakfasts

MEMBER AWARDS:

Each year we recognize the notable achievements of our dedicated members and their staff at our Conference & Trade Show and our Annual General Meeting. Members and individuals who have demonstrated excellence in our industry receive the following prestigious awards: 

·         Resident Manager of the Year

·         Member of the Year

·         Outstanding Community Service

·         Advertising

·         Innovation

·         Maintenance Person of the Year

·         Associate Member of the Year

·         Outstanding Customer Service

·         Renovation of the Year

·         Landscaping

PPMA Board of Directors:

President:                     Ron Penner, Globe General Agencies

Past President:              Shaun Parsons, Quality Management

Vice President:              Wally Ruban, GEM Equities Inc.

Secretary:                     Shannon Gerylo, Rancho Management Services

Treasurer:                      Stuart Pudavick, J.C. Property Management

Directors:                      Jason Bell, Four Bell Properties

                                    Dennis Clinton, The Smith Agency Limited

                                    Paul Kochanski, Shaw Cablesystems

                                    Mario Lopes, M.R. Lopes Investments Inc.

                                    Ron Maurer, Priority Restoration/Steamatic

                                    Matthew Narvey, Towers Realty Group Ltd.

                                    Larry Patey, W.R.E. Development Ltd.

                                    Kelly Smith, Shindico Realty Inc.

For more information on PPMA, please contact the PPMA office at 957-1224, fax 957-1239 or via e-mail: ppma@mts.net or visit our website www.ppmamanitoba.com .

PPMA Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 2279, Station Main
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A6