WINNIPEG – November 2, 2009 - Winnipeg Airports Authority is honoured to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers for 2010.

“WAA has evolved a culture of commitment to leadership. Leaders and innovators are found throughout the Winnipeg Airports Authority team through a deliberate approach to empower employees to make decisions at all levels of the organization,” said Barry Rempel, President & CEO of Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc. “I speak for the team in saying we are proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2010.”

Manitoba's Top Employers is an annual competition and recognizes the Manitoba employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

Employers are evaluated in the following categories: (1) Physical Workplace; (2) Work Atmosphere & Social; (3) Health, Financial & Family Benefits; (4) Vacation & Time Off; (5) Employee Communications; (6) Performance Management; (7) Training & Skills Development; and (8) Community Involvement. Employers are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offers the most progressive and forward-thinking programs.

Winnipeg Airports Authority is a non-share capital corporation responsible for the management and operation of Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and affiliate businesses. All surplus revenue over expenses is reinvested by WAA back into the community, primarily through airport development projects. WAA is self sufficient with taxpayers not directly involved in financing airport site redevelopment which is being paid through Airport Improvement Fees (AIF).

Winnipeg Airports Authority serves our region by providing value to our customers and community. A source of pride for our community, we strive to be a leader in its growth and development.

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FURTHER INFORMATION:
Christine Alongi
Director, Communications & Public Affairs
Winnipeg Airports Authority Inc
24 Hour Media Line: 204.992.2791
www.waa.ca