Thorwin Properties

Kris Thorkelson

Kris Thorkelson is proud to be the owner of Thorwin Properties and is focused on helping to improve the City of Winnipeg one apartment building at a time. Kris shares Thorwin Properties' vision of leading the industry by providing quality apartments that residents can be proud to call home.

Thorwin Properties has built partnerships with many local businesses to help maintain and improve our buildings within the community and aims at keeping all residents happy.

Seeing the continued rising costs of prescription medication, Kris also founded Canada Drugs in 2001, an international online pharmacy based in Winnipeg. Canada Drugs helped millions of patients from around the world gain access to the most competitive prices on the best brand and generic medicines from Canada and around the world.

Kris attended the University of Manitoba from 1986 to 1996, receiving a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology Major) and a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. From 2004 to 2006 and 2008 to 2010, Kris served as a counselor for the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association (now named the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba).

Kris and Maryanne are family-focused and have 4 daughters. He and his wife Maryanne enjoy spending time with them at their cottage or traveling the world.

What is Kris Thorkelson’s leadership philosophy?
As the owner of Thorwin Properties, Kris Thorkelson knows the importance of building a talented team of professionals to help him run the day-to-day operations of the business. He also makes sure that the community is a focus in order to build trust and a strong network within Winnipeg. He takes a hands-on approach with his team, which sets the tone and attitude of those who work with him.

How is Thorwin Properties different from other property management companies in Winnipeg?
Thorwin Properties sets the bar higher by being an active and positive force within both the industry and the communities where it does business. The company is focused on providing quality apartment homes with a mix of modern and heritage styles and strives for excellence in purchasing, renovating, customer service, and proactively leasing multi-family homes.

In what ways has Kris Thorkelson been involved in giving back to the community?
In 2006, Kris Thorkelson donated $500,000 to the University of Manitoba’s pharmacy program, which named a laboratory after him. Kris is also an active supporter of the Winnipeg Humane Society, and the Main Street Project, among other organizations.