Winnipeg | University of Manitoba | Southwood Circle

[FactaNV]

Anything of note in this brochure anyone cares to comment on? I csnt add much beyond it seems pretty pricey for a leased parcel. Is that the going rate for good quality infill land?

[Wpg_Guy]

Originally Posted by FactaNV

Anything of note in this brochure anyone cares to comment on? I csnt add much beyond it seems pretty pricey for a leased parcel. Is that the going rate for good quality infill land?

The good news is that they are actively marketing the first few parcels for development.

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

Southwood Circle - Brochure.pdf

[Wpg_Guy]

Someone over there at Southwood Circle left the rendering machine on again:

[jim_bred]

These renderings represent what...2040?

[EndIt]

They snuck some AI in on the second one lol.

[bomberjet]

^Cars parked on the roof. Scenic river valley setting. Looks nice. As do most of the renders and the concept in general.

I have to wonder if all the time it took to get this planned, and the apparently strict requirements. If they missed the boat already. With all the developments that have been built along Pembina and the new increased costs of doing business.

[Mr Tall Forehead]

I could see the Food Truck happening by 2040.

[optimusREIM]

Originally Posted by Mr Tall Forehead

I could see the Food Truck happening by 2040.

Would be a good start

In all seriousness, it would be awesome to see even a couple of projects start. I remain skeptical of the quality of design we will get, unless the UofM decides to develop some of the land themselves, or can mobilzie an apparatus for local development similar to UofW.

[cheswick]

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

Someone over there at Southwood Circle left the rendering machine on again:

[Winnipeg Grump]

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[Wpg_Guy]

University of Manitoba’s Master Capital Plan
Location: 65 Chancellors Circle
Developer: University of Manitoba
Architect:
Status: In development
Documents:
Media: Building Bold: UM's Capital Plan for People, Place and Possibility
Description: The University of Manitoba has launched Building Bold: UM's Capital Plan for People, Place and Possibility, a comprehensive 30-year master capital plan extending to 2055 that serves as a strategic roadmap for renewing, enhancing, and expanding its campuses. Unveiled in January 2026, the plan addresses major and minor capital projects, learning space modernizations, and a significant backlog of deferred maintenance (estimated at around $600 million) across approximately 3 million square feet of facilities on the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses, plus various satellite sites. It aligns closely with UM's MomentUM strategic plan, Truth and Reconciliation Framework, Climate Action Plan (targeting net-zero emissions by 2050, including the university's first zero-carbon building), and Strategic Research Plan. Core guiding principles include advancing academic excellence and student experience, embedding Indigenous design concepts, prioritizing sustainability and accessibility, promoting walkability with green networks and river connections, ensuring safety and belonging, preserving heritage, fostering vibrant community spaces, and practicing responsible stewardship. The plan unfolds in six five-year phases, with tailored visions for each campus. The Fort Garry campus master capital plan sets a roadmap for developing the campus core, emphasizing sustainable core development, walkability, green spaces, and integration with neighboring communities. Key components of the plan include addressing urgent priorities and future needs while supporting UM’s operational, cultural, and community goals; building for sustainability, accessibility, and walkability with green networks, high streets, river nodes, and East and South gateways; and considering impacts on neighbouring communities, including the future Southwood Circle development. Bannatyne campus focuses on coordinated renewal with minimal disruption, an iconic entrance, central quad, and blended healthcare, education, and research ecosystem.




UM’s Master Capital Plan Major Capital Projects - Fort Garry Campus: 
 

• Prairie Crops and Soils Research Facility

New integrated research space for soil, crops, entomology, livestock, and engineering to accelerate sustainable agriculture, field trials, and food security.

• Dafoe Library Replacement

A modern, inclusive, sustainable facility to replace the aging Elizabeth Dafoe Library, creating outdoor green space and incorporating connectivity, sustainability, and Indigenous design.

[wags_in_the_peg]

heard President on CJOB yesterday, this is a 5-20 yr plan, nothing coming soon

[Biff]

They will likely issue an RFP for design of the library this year.

Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building - U/C shortly - site fenced off - $61m
Prairie Crops and Soils Research Facility - U/C - $16m
Dr Gerald Niznick Centre - Bannatyne - U/C - $64m

[Wpg_Guy]

PRAIRIE Biologics Accelerator
Location: 124 Dysart Road
Developer: University of Manitoba
Architect: Prairie Architects Inc | mcCallumSather
Status: U/C Partial Foundation Permit
Documents:
Media: University of Manitoba looks to boost vaccine development, research facilities-CTV News Winnipeg
Description: The five-storey building will rise on the university's Fort Garry campus, at the corner of Dysart Road and Sifton Road, next to the Manitoba Institute for Materials. It will offer cutting-edge laboratory space to support interdisciplinary work in microbiology, immunology, and engineering, creating a seamless pipeline from biologic discovery and pre-clinical testing to manufacturing for trials. The project represents the largest federal research investment in UM's history, backed by $57 million from the Government of Canada via the Canadian Biomedical Research Fund (CBRF) and the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund (BRIF). Manitoba has contributed an additional $16.8 million. It forms part of the broader PRAIRIE Hub on Pandemic Preparedness, co-directed by UM’s Dr. Peter Pelka, and complements the related One Health Emerging Respiratory Disease Centre. The facility addresses critical gaps in domestic vaccine and biologics production capacity, enabling faster, more reliable, and scalable development of vaccines and therapeutics—particularly for diverse populations. Leaders highlighted its role in attracting and retaining top global talent, cementing Manitoba’s place as a health research leader, and positioning western Canada as an innovation hub.
Permits: Permit. University of Manitoba (New Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building) - Development permit for proposed 5 storey 61500 sq. ft. research and teaching laboratory building. Scope of work includes site servicing and lot grading.

[FactaNV]

Cool. An underappreciated part of our economy is pharmacology and biomedical research. A lot of good work done here.

[jim_bred]

Nice looking building.

[blueandgoldguy]

I'm looking forward to having a second downtown in Winnipeg in 20 years or so at the University of Manitoba!

[Kresimir]

not that there's much happening with this anyways, but i do find it funny that they're prominently pushing the TOD aspect of these lots as if 100% of busses don't pass up Stadium st. in either direction

[Biff]

The UofM new library project has an RFP out for Programming consultant. Approximate size 4-6 storeys and 300,000 sq ft.

[optimusREIM]

Originally Posted by Biff

The UofM new library project has an RFP out for Programming consultant. Approximate size 4-6 storeys and 300,000 sq ft.

Wow that’s big!