Polaris Place phase one in West Kildonan
Polaris Towers
Location: 2781 McPhillips Street
Neighbourhood: West Kildonan Industrial -
Old Kildonan Ward (Lord Selkirk-West Kildonan Community Committee)
Developer: Whiteland Services Inc.
Architect: Mistecture
Status: Partial Foundation Permit
Documents:Media: Polaris Towers I Conceptual Renders Phase I
Renderings
Description: The proposed development at the Polaris Place site in northwest Winnipeg represents the first residential phase of a broader mixed-use project, transforming vacant land adjacent to the established Polaris Plaza commercial area into a modern mid-rise community. Zoned RMF-L (Residential Multi-Family Large) and located along North Point Boulevard, this initial phase envisions a sophisticated six-storey complex comprising two distinct residential wings—Building A (west, with 125 units) and Building B (east, with 132 units)—connected by a central amenity block that adds 24 additional units, for a total of 281 residential units in a well-balanced mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts.The design emphasizes architectural excellence and sustainable density, with the structures reaching approximately 59 feet in height. Building A features one level of underground parking, one at-grade parking level, and five floors of residential suites above, accessed via two entry points along the private internal road separating it from the commercial plaza to the west. Building B includes one level of underground parking beneath six above-grade residential floors, with access at the north end. The amenity block provides ground- and second-level communal spaces, topped by four storeys of residences.Exterior finishes prioritize a contemporary aesthetic, featuring stucco in white, medium grey, and light brown tones, accented by gold aluminum fins that break up the longer façades and create visual interest alongside glass balcony panels. To avoid a blank wall effect, the ground-level parking in Building A incorporates strategically placed windows mirroring the treatment above. The project includes 376 parking stalls, with 63% provided as indoor/underground heated spaces, plus dedicated EV charging stations and Peg City Car Co-op allocations to support eco-friendly mobility. Units in Building A incorporate thoughtful accessibility features to facilitate independent living, such as enhanced lighting, operable doors, appropriate window heights, layout considerations, and bathroom equipment. Separated by an internal road from the Polaris Plaza commercial development to the west, this Phase 1 proposal aligns with the site's designation under the North Point Village Local Area Plan and the Complete Communities Direction Strategy 2.0, contributing to increased housing options in a growing northwest Winnipeg corridor.
Permits: 25-197369 MU-2026-03-27,
Construct New. "Concurrent building permit submission", Related DP: 25-195090 DP, Construct a 6 storey+ basement, 35,650 sqm multi-family dwelling building, with 280 units
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