Winnipeg | CentrePort Canada

[jim_bred]

Really exciting announcement!

Any idea where the business park would be?

[harls]

Originally Posted by WayneShuster

With all the recent articles outlining the activities commencing at CentrePort, it definitely feels like big opportunities are taking shape.

I would love to see this turned into an aerospace quarters, with multiple companies setting up shop, becoming a bit of a hub and making Winnipeg a true destination for the aerospace industry. Would be so great for the city and bring in more desperately needed higher wage jobs.

They need to get rid of the stupid stop lights on CCW if they want to have any sort of an impact. Luckily the land is reserved for just that.

[WayneShuster]

CCW should have been built as a freeway, but yeah budgets and all that. It should at some point be converted into a freeway, wirh very simple interchanges implemented. Just my two cents though.

[Mr Tall Forehead]

Originally Posted by jim_bred

Really exciting announcement!

Any idea where the business park would be?

Basically northwest corner of CCW and Sturgeon. The land around the existing Bison Transport site.

It’s a great location for transport industries. Gillingham is trying to rationalize the Kenaston and Chief Peguis projects with this development but if anything this development will accelerate the need for the Headingley and St Nob bypasses.

[bomberjet]

If anything, the Silver Ave corridor would make sense. Get rid of the lights at south Sturgeon access and provide highway access to the existing aerospace industries to the east ans to the airport.

I thought CPT was needed for residential development?? Lol Theyve also been saying its needed for CentrePort but that rationale is sketchy at best.

[jim_bred]

Originally Posted by Mr Tall Forehead

Basically northwest corner of CCW and Sturgeon. The land around the existing Bison Transport site.

It’s a great location for transport industries. Gillingham is trying to rationalize the Kenaston and Chief Peguis projects with this development but if anything this development will accelerate the need for the Headingley and St Nob bypasses.

Wasn’t that land around Bison originally slated to be part of the rail yard?

[jim_bred]

Originally Posted by WayneShuster

CCW should have been built as a freeway, but yeah budgets and all that. It should at some point be converted into a freeway, wirh very simple interchanges implemented. Just my two cents though.

CCW and Sturgeon is going to need an overpass in short order.

[Mr Tall Forehead]

Originally Posted by jim_bred

Wasn’t that land around Bison originally slated to be part of the rail yard?

Yeah the land north of city limits on that side is the rail yard. This site is just south of it on the Winnipeg side.

[Spocket]

Winnipeg and Manitoba are allergic to freeways no matter where they're located. It's taken, what 60 years for the province to decide to turn the Perimeter into a freeway and, at one interchange every few years, it should be complete sometime around 2250. The odds that the city or province would ever consider a freeway of any kind, especially from day one of planning, is more or less outside the realm of possibility. I doubt you'll see any overpasses or grade separations ever built in the CentrePort district at any point in time.

The city won't expand Kenaston to accommodate industrial traffic and if Abinoji was ever supposed to be more than a glorified boulevard, it's never going to find funding.

[bomberjet]

The rail yard is struggling mightily.

[Wpg_Guy]

Originally Posted by jim_bred

Really exciting announcement!

Any idea where the business park would be?

[Wpg_Guy]

CentrePort Canada enters a new era of development
June 1, 2026


Carly Edmundson, President & CEO of CentrePort Canada Inc., pictured in front of the first phase of water and wastewater servicing in CentrePort South. / Mike Sudoma

Spring may have been slow to arrive this year, but construction season at CentrePort Canada has been in full swing for months.

Across 20,000 acres in northwest Winnipeg (CentrePort South) and Rosser (CentrePort North) — bounded by the Perimeter Highway to the north and west, Saskatchewan Avenue to the south, and Route 90 to the east — CentrePort Canada is embracing spring with a flurry of activity.

In CentrePort South, water and wastewater servicing installation is underway and will soon lead to industrial and residential development. In CentrePort North, developers and businesses continue to expand, invest, and create jobs that boost Manitoba’s economy.

Since CentrePort Canada was established in 2009, it has become a major driver of private investment and a catalyst for global trade, transportation, manufacturing, and logistics growth.

Building momentum in CentrePort South

Installation of the first phase of water and wastewater infrastructure in CentrePort South is on track to be completed this fall. This critical infrastructure will unlock development opportunities and bring fully serviced industrial property to market in the city of Winnipeg lands in CentrePort for the first time.

The first projects expected to move forward are developments by the Winnipeg Airports Authority and Jessiman Family Investments Inc.

Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is already advancing major projects at the Winnipeg Richardson International Airport campus. By the end of 2026, the multi-tenant Air Cargo Logistics Facility will become operational, and Phase 1 of the 220-acre YWG West Lands project is expected to connect to services. The new YWG West Lands will feature prime real estate on the secure side of the fence, meaning that companies located there will be post-security and have direct access to the airfield. This will lead to an important increase in air cargo capacity, strengthen Manitoba’s role as a key trade and transportation hub, and enhance Canada’s supply chain resilience and global competitiveness.


Phase 1 of the 220-acre YWG West Lands development is expected to connect to services this fall. / Provided by WAA

Jessiman Family Investments will bring Catalyst Part, Manitoba’s largest privately owned, fully serviced industrial park to market in 2027 with Phase 1 of its nearly 700-acre mixed-use development. The master-planned project will create shovel ready lots for manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution along with supportive office, educational, and retail opportunities. Catalyst Park is set to become a premier hub for innovation, job creation, and new investment in Manitoba.

Construction is progressing on the City of Winnipeg’s new $200 million Oak Point Garage located at the intersection of Selkirk Avenue and Oak Point Highway. The 259,000-square-foot facility will support the city’s long-term transit operations and infrastructure needs.


Construction is progressing on the City of Winnipeg’s Oak Point Garage.

Over the next five years, 17 Wing Winnipeg, the Canadian Forces Base located in CentrePort South, is expected to undergo its largest expansion in 40 years. Planned investments include new base accommodations, a new operations centre, and increased security and technology. The expansion is expected to bring hundreds of new employees and families to the area in the years ahead.

Growth in CentrePort South will not be limited to industrial development. Plans are underway for a 500-acre residential community along Saskatchewan Avenue. The development is expected to provide housing for between 8,000 and 10,000 residents, help meet the need for more housing in the St. James neighbourhood, and support the area’s growing workforce and population.

Building momentum in CentrePort North

While CentrePort South prepares for a new era of development, CentrePort North continues to build on years of momentum.

MoveMobility has moved into its new 63,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at 160 Wheatfield Road in Brookside Business Park. Built by Contempora Steel Builders, the new facility will increase the company’s production capacity and support the manufacturing of Type II ambulances. The expansion is expected to create 44 new highly skilled jobs in Manitoba, including positions for welders, technicians, and engineers.


MoveMobility: MoveMobility’s new 63,000 SF manufacturing facility at 160 Wheatfield Rd. / Provided by MoveMobility

Industrial park development in CentrePort North continues at a rapid pace. Exemplar Developments’ Keystone Industrial Park is now on the market, offering 184 acres of shovel-ready, fully serviced industrial land. The project represents an investment of more than $100 million upon completion of Phase 1, with additional investment planned for future phases. More than half of the park is already sold or conditionally sold.


Ribbon cutting at Keystone Industrial Park, now on the market. / Mike Sudoma

Exemplar is also developing North Crossing Business Park, a new 41-acre development designed for commercial service and light industrial users.

Shawano Wapunong Investments Corp. (SWIC), owned and operated by the eight First Nations of the Southeast Resource Development Council (SERDC), will bring a 28-acre Indigenous-led industrial development to market within CentrePort Canada. The project will be developed in two phases, with the first 10 acres targeted for construction in 2026.

Investing in Manitoba’s future

Since its establishment in 2009, CentrePort Canada has attracted approximately $1.5 billion in private investment and is now home to more than 1,000 companies, with room to grow for decades to come.

In the last eight years, more than $850 million in building permits have been issued, over 3.5 million square feet of industrial space has been built or is under construction, nine industrial parks have come to market, and more than 2,300 acres of land are currently under development.

As global supply chains evolve, Manitoba plays an increasingly important role in strengthening Canada’s transportation network and expanding trade opportunities. With its central location, trimodal transportation assets (rail, road and air), and access to global markets, CentrePort Canada is helping to build a more connected, reliable, and resilient national supply chain.

Construction underway today is helping position Manitoba as a critical link in Canada’s trade and transportation network. New industrial developments, transportation infrastructure, logistics facilities, and residential projects at CentrePort Canada will support economic growth and improve Canada’s ability to move goods efficiently to domestic and global markets.

Sixteen years ago, CentrePort Canada was a bold vision for what Manitoba could become. Today, it is a blueprint for how strategic infrastructure and investment can drive economic growth, strengthen supply chains, and position Canada to compete globally. What began in Manitoba is now helping to shape the future of development, trade and transportation across the country.

CentrePort Canada Inc.

[wags_in_the_peg]

never heard of MoveMobility, that's awesome that they are building ambulances here

[TRSTN]

Originally Posted by wags_in_the_peg

never heard of MoveMobility, that's awesome that they are building ambulances here

They just started building Type II ambulances (the style you see in Europe or other places that use panel vans instead of boxes on trucks). Last I heard Ontario was the first and so far only province to approve them. Hopefully Manitoba follows soon and we can see them on the road here.

[Wpg_Guy]

Originally Posted by wags_in_the_peg

never heard of MoveMobility, that's awesome that they are building ambulances here

I would love to see these ambulances replace the larger format currently used in Winnipeg, next we need to right-size the fire trucks used for urban firefighting.

MoveMobility Type II Ambulance

1. What type of service is the MoveMobility Type II Ambulance best suited for?
It is a strong fit for urban, transfer-heavy, and mixed-use service environments where manoeuvrability, patient comfort, and day-to-day efficiency matter. The van-based format is especially practical for teams working in tighter streets, hospital bays, and parking areas.

2. Why would a service choose a Type II over a larger ambulance?
A Type II can be the smarter choice when a service wants easier driving, lower fuel costs, and a smoother patient transport experience without moving to a larger truck-based unit. It gives organizations a practical balance between operational capability and everyday efficiency.

3. How does the MoveMobility Type II support crews during transport?
The design supports crew workflow with stand-up interior height, a practical layout, interior gear storage within reach, and bulkhead pass-through communication between the cab and patient area. These details help crews move more naturally and stay coordinated during transport.

4. How does this ambulance help control long-term operating costs?
Its lower operating cost profile comes from the advantages of a van-based platform, including stronger fuel efficiency, simpler day-to-day maintenance, and OEM-based serviceability. For many services, that means more predictable ownership and less disruption from downtime.

5. What makes this Type II a practical choice for everyday service use?
It is built around real-world use, with features shaped by crew feedback and operational needs. That includes configurable seating, rear stair chair access, cleanable sealed finishes, and a layout designed to support reliable performance across the shift.

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[cllew]

Originally Posted by Wpg_Guy

I would love to see these ambulances replace the larger format currently used in Winnipeg, next we need to right-size the fire trucks used for urban firefighting.

In Europe all the fire trucks are smaller than North American trucks and they seem not to have any problems putting out fires.

Problem with going to the smaller European style truck is it runs against the North American firefighter tradition of bigger is better.

[CoryB]

Originally Posted by harls

They need to get rid of the stupid stop lights on CCW if they want to have any sort of an impact. Luckily the land is reserved for just that.

Can we get the east side corridor fully built out too? The Headingley bypass is supposed to connect to HWY 1 near SFX, continue on to CCW which is to connect to a west extension of CPT where an east extension would meet the east Perimeter near Gunn Rd and then continue as a four lane road passed 206 before turning south and dropping to two lanes to connect back to HWY 15. That route is collective the north mirror of Abinojii Mikanah as Lag is the east mirror of Route 90.

[CoryB]

The issue with the size of the fire trucks is likely to be deemed a safety issue by the fire union.

[Mr Tall Forehead]

Originally Posted by cllew

In Europe all the fire trucks are smaller than North American trucks and they seem not to have any problems putting out fires.

Problem with going to the smaller European style truck is it runs against the North American firefighter tradition of bigger is better.

Yeah I'm not sure the crew could fit all their groceries from their Superstore and Sobey's shops in a vehicle that size...

[Wpg_Guy]

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