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trueviking · #**4981** Posted **Feb 28, 2026, 12:02 AM**

784 Corydon where they recently demolished the two little storefronts. Weird they would replace it with what was already there. Looks like maybe a small residential block behind it. Nice news either way.

Good luck finding a law office that will operate a sidewalk cafe.

https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/29370041/784-786-corydon-ave-winnipeg

Mr Tall Forehead · #**4982** Posted **Feb 28, 2026, 12:56 AM**

If you click on the brochure it looks like they’re just building two commercial units, so basically replacing what was already there. I wonder if this is some kind of weird insurance settlement?

cllew · #**4983** Posted **Feb 28, 2026, 3:18 AM**

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Originally Posted by trueviking

784 Corydon where they recently demolished the two little storefronts. Weird they would replace it with what was already there. Looks like maybe a small residential block behind it. Nice news either way.

Good luck finding a law office that will operate a sidewalk cafe.

https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/29370041/784-786-corydon-ave-winnipeg

I thought the outdoor seating was for the low overhead free consultations.

pegster · #**4984** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 4:10 PM**

Looks like something is opening up in the old A&W on Osborne between River and Roslyn... And it's a weed store. Sigh.

reallycoolguy · #**4985** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 4:42 PM**

oh good, this will cut my walk down from 2 minutes to 1 minute. just what the neighborhood needs

neutroniks · #**4986** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 4:42 PM**

Lol the law office is right next to the chiropractor so you can immediately go next door after getting injured

trueviking · #**4987** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 5:25 PM**

looks like something is going in where the subway was on corydon....likely a pot store but maybe not.

WinCitySparky · #**4988** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 10:19 PM**

There’s obviously enough demand so what can you do? The world is — depressing and everyone wants to be medicated. Myself included!!

ColdRain&Snow · #**4989** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 10:40 PM**

There were 4 weed stores before, then Tweed and Tokyo Smoke closed. So the neighbourhood has been down to "only" 2 weed stores for awhile. Maybe 3 is the correct number that the neighbourhood can sustain.

Mr Tall Forehead · #**4990** Posted **Mar 6, 2026, 10:44 PM**

If only the Pallister government didn’t make it a requirement that the pot stores had to cover up their windows like a rural hotel bar from the 1950s. They should have let them have storefronts like any other retailer. The pot stores are dead spaces right now.

bon_vivant · #**4991** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 4:01 PM**

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Originally Posted by Mr Tall Forehead

If only the Pallister government didn’t make it a requirement that the pot stores had to cover up their windows like a rural hotel bar from the 1950s. They should have let them have storefronts like any other retailer. The pot stores are dead spaces right now.

Agreed. It's a dumb idea that does nothing for curb appeal. If liquor stores don't have to cover up, why do cannabis stores have to?

WinCitySparky · #**4992** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 4:30 PM**

Assume it was a compromise to appease the social/religious conservative wing of such policymakers who were on the fence about legalization.

Authentic_City · #**4993** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 8:30 PM**

^I don't think the covered windows are entirely the fault of the previous government. Last year I contacted the Minister responsible to complain about this issue after NDP MLA Glen Simard was quoted in the media saying they were looking at relaxing these requirements.

Here's the response I got from Kristianne Dechant, Executive Director and CEO of the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba (LGCA):

"As you are likely aware, federal restrictions imposed under the Cannabis Act (Canada) guide the provincial framework for cannabis regulation in Manitoba. The Cannabis Act prohibits cannabis and cannabis accessories from being displayed in a way that may result in it being seen by a young person, such as when walking by a store window. In alignment with this federal requirement, the provincial Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act (the Act) currently requires age-restricted retailers in Manitoba to implement measures to prevent persons outside the store from viewing the interior of the store. The provincial requirement is not specifically for window coverings or opaque windows, and licensed retailers may propose alternate measures to meet this requirement."

So, this suggests retailers could have clear storefront windows, but keep product behind curtains or whatever inside the store, just like they do for cigarettes.

It —, I hate the covered windows. Such a blight on the streetscape.

bomberjet · #**4994** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 9:26 PM**

But giant neon weed leafs and other signage is permitted outside?

WinCitySparky · #**4995** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 11:08 PM**

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But giant neon weed leafs and other signage is permitted outside?

I mean yeah like many administrative caveats it makes no sense

bon_vivant · #**4996** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 11:40 PM**

Seems like a double standard to me. If cannabis stores were operated by the provincial government, like liquor stores are, would they still be subject to these product concealment rules? I call BS.

bon_vivant · #**4997** Posted **Mar 7, 2026, 11:53 PM**

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Originally Posted by Authentic_City

"The provincial requirement is not specifically for window coverings or opaque windows, and licensed retailers may propose alternate measures to meet this requirement."

So, this suggests retailers could have clear storefront windows, but keep product behind curtains or whatever inside the store, just like they do for cigarettes.

It —, I hate the covered windows. Such a blight on the streetscape.

Opaque windows are likely the cheapest and most hassle-free solution. Why would any shop owner go through the extra trouble and expense to come up with a more appealing alternative that meets the government's criteria? Opaque windows: one and done.

ColdRain&Snow · #**4998** Posted **Mar 8, 2026, 2:13 AM**

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Originally Posted by trueviking

The unit beside Small Mercies will be a nice little stationary shop. Wonderful.

https://www.instagram.com/papiiro_ca?igsh=MXFnbXdsbnRtNmtoeQ==

I went today and it was really busy! Looks like they are doing well so far. Nice to see something go in there. The selection is kind of limited so hopefully they get some more products soon.

ColdRain&Snow · #**4999** Posted **Mar 8, 2026, 2:18 AM**

Looks like a cocktail/wine bar going into the Courtyard Building:

Mr Tall Forehead · #**5000** Posted **Mar 8, 2026, 2:25 AM**

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Originally Posted by Authentic_City

^I don't think the covered windows are entirely the fault of the previous government. Last year I contacted the Minister responsible to complain about this issue after NDP MLA Glen Simard was quoted in the media saying they were looking at relaxing these requirements.

Here's the response I got from Kristianne Dechant, Executive Director and CEO of the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba (LGCA):

"As you are likely aware, federal restrictions imposed under the Cannabis Act (Canada) guide the provincial framework for cannabis regulation in Manitoba. The Cannabis Act prohibits cannabis and cannabis accessories from being displayed in a way that may result in it being seen by a young person, such as when walking by a store window. In alignment with this federal requirement, the provincial Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act (the Act) currently requires age-restricted retailers in Manitoba to implement measures to prevent persons outside the store from viewing the interior of the store. The provincial requirement is not specifically for window coverings or opaque windows, and licensed retailers may propose alternate measures to meet this requirement."

So, this suggests retailers could have clear storefront windows, but keep product behind curtains or whatever inside the store, just like they do for cigarettes.

It —, I hate the covered windows. Such a blight on the streetscape.

What a crock of a response…what other measures could be used?…tin foil…plywood…?