News & Updates
Stay safe during cold weather
The City of Winnipeg reminds residents to take necessary precautions during periods of extremely cold temperatures. The following are some winter safety tips to keep in mind: Older adults and very young children should avoid prolonged outdoor exposure. Check on older...
Portage & Main construction begins this week
Construction to reopen Winnipeg’s iconic Portage & Main intersection to pedestrian traffic will officially start this week. Construction crews are expected to install the first long-term lane closures as early as Wednesday, December 4. Traffic will be restricted...
Annual Winter Route Parking Ban starts December 6
The ban will start at 2 a.m. on Friday, December 6 and be in place until further notice. Once the ban begins, parking is prohibited overnight (from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m.) on designated streets. We encourage you to look out for both “Winter Route” and “Snow Route” signs...
The Changes in Downtown Winnipeg
As Winnipeggers, we’ve heard a lot about downtown over the past months. We know the pandemic has changed how we experience our city’s core, but plans for the future of the neighbourhood are starting to take shape. Many people used to head downtown five days a week for...
Winnipeg Transit On-Request Expanding Service into Northwest Winnipeg | City of Winnipeg
On Sunday, September 1, 2024, a fourth zone – 103 Maples – will be added to the service. People travelling in the new zone will be able to access On-Request on: Weekdays from 9:20 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends and holidays from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m....
Adsum Spray Pad Opens in Northwest Winnipeg | Winnipeg Free Press
Local politicians and people from the community gathered at Adsum Park in The Maples on July 30 to officially open a new, 3,000-square-foot accessible spray pad and playground. The $1.718 million project was funded with $400,000 from the federal Canada Community...
City of Winnipeg Seeks Space for New Library in Old Kildonan | Winnipeg Free Press
Councilor Devi Sharma (Old Kildonan) said her ward does not have a city library, so the new branch is welcome. “The northwest part of the city continues to experience tremendous growth and families are looking for a public library to be opened in the area. There’s a...
Winnipeg 150 Archives Display at Garden City Mall
The City of Winnipeg is inviting residents to learn more about the history of our city by taking part in the travelling Winnipeg 150 Archives Tour. From now until the end of the year, we will be displaying historical panels and images about Winnipeg in different...
Road Renewal on Leila Ave
Last year in March, I updated you through this column about the 2024 rehabilitation plans for Leila Avenue. These plans were initiated by a motion I tabled at City Council. I am pleased to share that in the coming weeks, Public Works will be using hot asphalt to make...
Nominations for Winnipeg 150 Medals
Today the City of Winnipeg launched a nomination process to recognize community-minded residents as we mark 150 years as a city. Winnipeg 150 medals will be presented by the Mayor and members of City Council to deserving Winnipeggers who have made a significant...