University Heights
Welcome to the University Heights neighbourhood updates page! This page covers issues I’m working on that are specific to the University Heights neighbourhood.
WEEKLY UPDATES: Please also check my Weekly Updates page which contains many local topics and issues occurring in the Waverley West ward – and some relevant City issues.
Please also know you can contact me anytime with questions or concerns.
Much gratitude to the VOLUNTEERS of the Fort Richmond University Heights Neighbourhood Association for all the advocacy, events and activities they do to improve the quality of life for residents!
Facebook: @neighbourhoodassociation Twitter: @fruhcommunity
Free Transit Youth Pass
The Province of Manitoba and City of Winnipeg are launching a Free Transit Youth Pass. Passes will be distributed through schools, with distribution taking place in stages: Stage 1 – Grades 11 & 12: Beginning September 10 Stage 2 – Grades 9 & 10: Beginning...
ELECTION STATEMENT from Councillor Lukes
After 12 years of serving the people of South Winnipeg and Waverley West, I have made the decision not to seek re-election in the 2026 civic election. I was first elected in 2014 to serve residents in the St Norbert-South Winnipeg ward. In 2018, following electoral...
Ground Breaking for the Largest Recreation Investment in Winnipeg’s History
On May 21, 2026 three levels of government and residents gathered in an open windy field to break ground for the new South Winnipeg Recreation Campus. I’m incredibly proud to have been given the opportunity to guide and deliver on Winnipeg’s largest investment in...
New Permanent Fire Station in Waverley West
Hosted a super information evening in June with details on the new permanent fire/ paramedic station being built in Waverley West. Currently, we have the innovative temporary portable station located at 130 Eaglewood Drive and we are now constructing the permanent...
Transit Changes coming to Routes 678 and 679
Beginning September 6, 2026 Winnipeg Transit will introduce changes to Routes 678 and 679 aimed at improving service reliability and making travel to the University of Manitoba easier for riders. According to Transit, the updates are designed to reduce congestion at...
Coyote Sightings
I’ve been receiving many reports on coyote sightings in both Whyte Ridge and Bridgwater. Manitoba Conservation advises the following: Please read this information sheet on How to Coexist with Coyotes WHY are we seeing more coyotes: We are seeing more coyotes because...
Construction to Begin: South Winnipeg Recreation Campus
VERY exciting news! This month, a report will be coming to Council, requesting Council’s approval to award the construction contract to a winning bidder – who will then start construction on the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus! Yes, it's been a long time coming –...
Aquatic Centre Planning Begins – South Winnipeg Recreation Campus
Very exciting news to share! In the 2026 budget process, Council allocated $1.5 million to design an aquatic centre that will be attached to the first phase of the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus- the gyms, running track, meeting rooms and more! The aquatic centre is...
Social Media Update – January 2026
It’s the middle of January, and we are well into 2026, and it’s shaping up to be another exciting year! I want to share an update with you about how I’ll be receiving feedback and comments going forward on my social media platforms. EFFECTIVE TODAY: I will be...
IMPASSABLE STREETS & A RESIDENTIAL STREET PLOW / PARKING BAN
Currently, the City is focusing plowing on Priority 1 streets (ie: Pembina, Kenaston, Abinojii, etc) AND plowing streets that are ‘impassable’. If your street is ‘impassable’ please contact 311 and city will send out a plow. Tonight, City will be plowing Priority 1...
Killarney / Kirkbridge / Pembina Hwy Intersection Improvements
Killarney / Kirkbridge and Pembina Highway is a very busy intersection. Pembina Highway is a north-south six-lane divided major arterial and a full-time Truck Route. The average weekday daily traffic volume on this segment of Pembina Highway is approximately 32,500...
On Request Transit Service
When Winnipeg’s new bus network went into service, the number of On-Request transit zones across Winnipeg tripled. That means people can request rides within a dozen different areas when the On-Request bus is in service. Regular bus fares apply and transfers are...
2025 Road Construction in Waverley West
You can check where construction is occurring in the City by viewing: the 2025 road construction map which shows specific road construction projects (see road construction list by street name) the 2025 lane closure map which list streets closed due to hydro work, tree...
Community Fireworks Celebration!
CHANGE OF DATE - DUE TO WEATHER Don’t blast off fireworks in your yard - its illegal!!! Instead - come join community members for a HUGE fireworks party! We are celebrating Diwali – the Festival of Lights – the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and...
Canada Day in Bridgwater Lakes
Come celebrate Canada Day on Tuesday, July 1st in Bridgwater Lakes ! Bridgwater Lakes Fountain 133 Bridge Lake Drive 11:00 am – 3:00 pm The Winnipeg Chinese Senior Association, along with myself and many outstanding partners are hosting a huge party! Probably the...
Cycling Update – University Crescent, UM Lands
Due to ongoing City of Winnipeg road construction on both sides of University Crescent, the multi-use crossing and sidewalk on the west side will remain open for your use. For your safety, please use the Dysart Road multi-use crossing or Thatcher Drive pedestrian...
Community Food Drive
FIRES, FOOD & YOUR SUPPORT 17,000 people being are evacuated in Manitoba due to wild fires. Thousands & thousands of people are arriving in Winnipeg. We want to support our fellow Manitobans & food is top of the list! You can help by donating to the...
$30.5 M Rehabilitation to Pembina Highway Overpass at Abinojii Mikanah in 2025 & 2026
Information Session (See Poster) Wednesday, May 7th 4:00pm – 7:00 pm (come and go) Canad Inns Destination Centre Ambassador Room A 1824 Pembina Three huge road / overpass renewal projects will be starting in South Winnipeg in spring 2025. The Pembina Highway...
Working on Improving Internal Efficiencies to Reduce Operating Costs
I’ve received much feedback (and rightly so) from people on the City increasing property taxes, sewer rates and garbage rates. In addition I’ve had many questions on ‘what is the city doing INTERNALLY to cut costs’. I want to provide you with an overview of some of...
Bison and Waverley Intersection Improvements – Design Study to Start
The City of Winnipeg has issued a request for bidders to submit a design study on the Bison and Waverley intersection. This is a significant step forward in making the very needed east – west connection for 65,000+ residents of the Waverley West ward. This road...
CITY WIDE (& WAVERLEY WEST) ZONING CHANGES
UPDATE – MORE OPEN HOUSES: The city is hosting 5 additional open houses for residents to discuss proposed zoning changes. I will be attending the open house at the Outlet Collection Mall from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Time: From 1 p.m. to 7...
Speed Change on Waverley Street
I’ve received many calls on the ‘variations’ of speeds on Waverley Street. I requested a study to see if there could be consistency. The City of Winnipeg engineers recently completed a speed study of Waverley street. See Speed Study The speed limit will be reduced on...
Summary: Retail Crime Forum
Thank you to the Winnipeg Police Service for organizing, and hosting an informative discussion on retail crime with the businesses on Pembina Highway and Bridgwater Centre this past week. We appreciate the invitation for Councillor Markus Chambers and I to attend...
Empowering Women in Political Leadership
On February 22, 2025 we had over 60 women (and some men) attend our panel discussion – on empowering women in political leadership. We started the discussions at 9:30 am and went straight through to noon! We all learned a lot, and were inspired to hold more of...
2025 Road Construction in Waverley West
You can check where construction is occurring in the City by viewing: the 2025 road construction map which shows specific road construction projects (see road construction list by street name) the 2025 lane closure map which list streets closed due to hydro work, tree...
TWO Payment Assistance Programs for Water / Hydro
Both the City of Winnipeg and Manitoba Hydro have payment assistance programs available if you are having difficulties paying your City utility bill, or an overdue energy bill. Both these programs are run in partnership with the Salvation Army. See highlights of both...
FIREWORK PERMITS – New Years, Halloween, Diwali & any other party time!
UPDATE: January 29, 2025 With many residents about to celebrate New Years we remind you to be respectful of neighbours and know the rules around when you can set fireworks off and the requirement for a permit. September 18, 2024 Residents, this is an update from the...
Welcome Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service -Station 15 to Waverley West!
(Captain Miller & Team) I'm more than thrilled to finally be able to welcome members of WFPS to Station 15 on Eaglewood Drive in the neighbourhood of Prairie Pointe! A fire engine and four-person fire/rescue crew, and an ambulance and two-person paramedic crew...
UPDATE – South Winnipeg Recreation Campus
UPDATE: Public Information Session, Saturday – March 22nd Please see EVENT DETAILS Watch your mail for a print flyer update on the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus. The flyer was mailed to all residents in the Waverley West ward, and was to be sent early November...
Federal Funding for Homelessness and Encampments
Photo Credit to Tyson Koschik/CBC UPDATE, December 2024: Thank you CBC for covering this important issue: by reporter Ian Froese, December 23, 2024 Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says his government will start moving people out of homeless encampments and into housing in...
Skating Rinks are Opening Up
Winter is here and the ice is being made on many skating rinks throughout the neighbourhoods! Enjoy the Canadian experience – on ice! We have LOTS of rinks that area being prepared for you to skate on over the holidays – and throughout the winter! Rinks in Parks The...
High Poverty in South Winnipeg
Manitoba continues to have the highest rates of child poverty in Canada, according to findings released in the 2024 Manitoba Child and Family Poverty Report. In Winnipeg, the highest area of poverty is in the downtown, BUT South Winnipeg has the second...
Recreation Construction Underway!
You will see a lot of fencing and construction occurring in four parks in the Waverley West ward, and more to come next year! Four recreation amenities will be completed in September, and we will be having an opening party at each one! Watch my social media platforms...
University Crescent Construction – Fall 2024
Please be aware there will be much construction starting shortly on University Crescent. See Construction Notice. UM Properties is building the largest residential mixed-use infill project ever embarked on in the City of Winnipeg. Over 65,000 people will live, work,...
UPDATE on South Winnipeg Recreation Campus – May 2024
May 30 - 2024 UPDATE: The majority of Council voted to support adding an additional $23 Million to support the development of Phase One of the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus - which includes 3 gymnasiums, an indoor walking/running track, multi-purpose rooms, and an...
2024 UPDATE – South Winnipeg Recreation Campus
The South Winnipeg Recreation Campus is being developed on a 19 acre site in Bison Run – just west of the new high school and elementary school. At full build out, the vision for the site includes a multi–generational recreation facility with an aquatic components,...
Fire Paramedic Station Sod Turning
On short notice, and with great support from the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service, we held a sod turning event to kick off construction of the new portable / modular fire paramedic station in Waverley West. I very much appreciate all levels of government attending. I...
Winnipeg’s 10 Cents & Provincial & Federal Budgets
I’m writing this update to make very brief comments on the recent Provincial and Federal budgets – and to share insight on the primary reason Winnipeg is ‘behind the times’ on building new recreation facilities, firehalls, a modernized sewer treatment facility, and...
Update – Calls for Fire Paramedic Service into Waverley West Ward
Photo Credit: James Turner See an update on what type of calls the Winnipeg Fire Paramedics Station 22 (1567 Waverley St.) and Station 23 (880 Dalhousie on Pembina) have been responding to over the past 5 years. These two stations predominately serve south and...
2024 Road Construction in Waverley West
You can check where construction is occurring in the City by viewing the 2024 road construction map or the road construction list by street name. The City does regular reviews of all road condition in the City and provides an update on street conditions. SEE: Waverley...
Waverley West Fire Paramedic Station # 15
Design is underway for the new permanent fire paramedic station in Waverley West! The design of the station will be similar to the West Transcona Fire Paramedic Station # 21 as depicted in the above image. The site for the new fire paramedic station will be...
Portable Fire Paramedic Station – Opening Fall 2024
See an artists drawing of what the new portable fire paramedic station will look like and the site location at 130 Eaglewood Drive. This location is TEMPORARY until the permanent fire station is constructed. Work will begin mid summer on the portable fire paramedic...
South Winnipeg Community Centre Expansion – Richmond Site
Councillor Chambers and I are thrilled to announce two new exciting developments for the South Winnipeg Community Centre – Richmond site! This site is located in Ft Richmond which is Councillor Chambers ward, but it serves thousands of residents from the entire...
Regulation of Small-Scale Multi-Tenancy Dwellings
I’ve been working on increasing affordable housing since I was first elected in 2014. The University of Manitoba has the lowest number of on campus housing units in all of the large Canadian universities and students are always looking for affordable accommodations....
There’s Only One Taxpayer
There is only one taxpayer, and it’s important to understand how your tax dollar is invested. I’ve attached some great reports* that go into how your tax dollar is spent in more detail – but will summarize the general concept Whether its roads, bridges, sewer systems,...
City Multi-Year Budget Speech – 2024
Today (March 20, 2024) we are passing the City’s four year budget. I will be providing a detailed update of key initiatives occurring in the Waverley West ward early next week. Councillors have the option to speak to the budget – this was my 8 minute speech!...
Towing Vehicles with Outstanding Parking Tickets
Just over $11 million dollars are owed to the City in outstanding parking tickets. To attempt to recoup this funding, the City has a new program that was launched on February 15, 2024. IF your vehicle is parked on the street illegally AND you have three or more unpaid...
Man, Machines, Mother Nature & Icy Sidewalks
A mid- winter thaw, climate change, call it what you will – the temperatures are soaring for February! While many are enjoying this incredibly mild weather, it brings many challenges that the City is working to overcome! There is much discussion about icy sidewalks...
Your Input– South Winnipeg Recreation Campus
The South Winnipeg Recreation Campus (SWRC) is a new regional recreation facility that will be built on Bison Drive west of Frontier Trail and east of Kenaston Boulevard. Communities in southwest Winnipeg are growing and a new recreation facility is needed to meet...
2018-2022 Councillor Term Summary – University Heights
This is a very very brief summary of key issues I’ve been working on specific to the University Heights neighbourhood, and initiatives that I look forward to working on. I am very thankful to have had the support of many many residents who’ve been also working to make...
University of Manitoba – North Campus Lands Re-Zoning
On July 21, 2022 Council unanimously passed the sub division and rezoning of the North Campus Lands (formerly know as the Southwood Golf Course lands). For over 100 years, these lands were owned and operated as the Southwood Golf and Country Club The total area (112.6...
Recreation Update
Young Luke, his dad and friends were having a great time dunking balls at the very busy basketball court in Bhagat Singh Park recently! That basketball court must be one of the busiest in the City! I’ve received many requests for new and upgraded recreational...
Construction Notice – Markham Rd from University Cres to Snow St
2022 GRAVEL RESURFACING PROGRAM MARKHAM RD – FROM UNIVERSITY CRES TO SNOW ST This street will receive gravel resurfacing and enhanced maintenance as part of the City of Winnipeg’s 2022 Local Street Renewal Program. In spring of 2022, the City of Winnipeg received...
Public Hearing Notice – 230 University Crescent
The public can register to speak to the proposed subdivision and rezoning on land located at 230 University Crescent: PUBLIC HEARING ASSINIBOIA COMMUNITY, Council Building, 510 Main Street Monday, June 27, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. All persons who would like to submit their...
Your Feedback – Protecting & Growing Winnipeg’s Urban Forest
Over the past few years, I’ve held multiple tree plantings. Residents have planted upwards of 1,200 trees on City and private property. I encourage you to read Winnipeg’s Urban Forest Strategy – not only does it provide an excellent overview of the current status of...
Pop Up Pooch Park in Waverley West Ward
I’ve received many requests to install an off leash dog park in the Waverley West ward. This is a challenge because all the land designated for public parks space is designated for humans and not specifically for an off leash dog park. Doggies are allowed but only if...
Spring Cleanup – Our City & Neighbourhoods
The snow is almost gone, rains are helping clean our city – and those 80 km hour winds this past winter have strewn garbage everywhere! City of Winnipeg Over the next five to six weeks, the City is conducting its annual spring cleanup of streets, pathways,...
University Crescent Road Reconstruction – Phase 2
University Crescent from Pembina to Chancellor Matheson Rd is undergoing a $9.9 M reconstruction that has now been extended to occur over three years: Phase 1 occurred in 2021 and was a complete reconstruction of both north and south bound University Crescent between...
Stabilizing Retention Basin in Thelma J. Call Park
Residents have been reaching out to me with respect to the unstable retention basin and the sinking pathway in Thelma J. Call Park. The City has awarded the contract and the project is now starting! The City of Winnipeg's project to stabilize a segment of the...
Encampment/Unsheltered Citizens
You may have noticed an encampment, tents set up in the Pembina / Bishop Grandin cloverleaf, just north of Lot 88 Restaurant. This is the only encampment in the Waverley West ward that I am aware of. Please know this encampment is being actively monitored by the...
Fairway Woods Apartments, 80 & 84 Snow Rd
This development is located on the east side of Snow Street, in the Montcalm Neighbourhood. The proposed new building is the third phase of the Fairway Woods development, which contains two existing residential buildings (condos). The first two buildings had four (4)...
U Square Condominiums
This residential development located in the Montcalm neighbourhood includes two (2) multi-family buildings. Building 1 include 14 units, and Building 2 includes 18 units, for a total of 32 1,2, and 3 bedroom dwelling units. The development also includes bicycle...
University Crescent Road Reconstruction
University Crescent from Pembina to Chancellor Matheson Rd is undergoing a two year, $9.9 M reconstruction. Phase 1 occurs in 2021 and will be a complete reconstruction of both north and south bound University Crescent between Sifton Rd and Chancellor Matheson Rd....
U of Manitoba – Redevelopment of Former Southwood Golf Course
Council has approved the Secondary Plan that sets the stage for the redevelopment of the former Southwood golf course, now known as the North Campus Lands. In 2011, the University of Manitoba acquired the former Southwood golf course, with the vision to develop a...
Pedestrian and Cycling Monitoring Program – Pembina Highway Buffered Bike Lanes
The first ‘buffered’ bike lanes in the City that were constructed into regional road rehabilitation, are located on Pembina Highway. Between 2013 – 2018 buffered bike lanes were included in various road renewal sections of Pembina. The ‘buffered’ infrastructure are...
Anticipated Traffic Levels at Bison Drive and Waverley Street
It's incredible to think that an entire new community can be built and there are no plans or studies underway to identify how the main ‘connector street’ and associated ‘intersection’ is to be designed. Many many other streets (Lee Blvd, Bairdmore Blvd, Hawstead Rd...
Thatcher Drive Rehabiliation
UPDATE - May 4th, 2020 Thatcher Drive from Pembina Highway to University Crescent will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to...
Update- Thatcher Drive – 2019 Local Street Renewal Notice
UPDATE - May 4th, 2020 Thatcher Drive from Pembina Highway to University Crescent will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to...
Thatcher Drive – 2019 Local Street Renewal Notice
Residents should have received the following Letter from the City of Winnipeg in regards to the 2019 Street Renewal Program: To: RESIDENTS Dear Sir/Madam: 2019 Local Street Renewal Program: Thatcher Drive - Pembina Hwy to University Crescent We wish to advise you...
Update- Seeking Board Chair & Directors – U of M Southwood Lands Development
UPDATE May 9, 2018 A board of directors, chaired by Robert (Bob) Silver has been appointed by the Board of Governors to UM Properties GP Inc., which will lead the development of the Southwood Lands (a former golf course adjacent to the Fort Garry campus) into a...
Update On New Housing On Pembina, University Crescent And Snow Street
I’ve prepared an update that highlights ALL the new apartments being constructed on Pembina Highway and University Crescent. There are over 1200 units, that are one, two and three bedrooms. All of these units have been approved over the past 4 ½ years and all are...
University Crescent Infill gets CMHC financing
Thank you to the Sou'Wester for covering this story University Crescent infill gets CMHC financing By: Danielle Da Silva Posted: 08/9/2019 4:45 PM With the turn of a dozen gold plated spades, the developers of major infill project in University...
Thatcher And Wedgwood Drive Sewer Construction
Upcoming Sewer Main Construction 76 to 99 Thatcher Drive & 1 to 8 Wedgewood Dr The City is about to begin a project to restore the aging sewer at these locations to keep them functioning properly. There are two phases to the work: Phase one is cleaning the sewer,...
Thatcher Dr – Street Renewal/Rehabilitation
Thatcher Dr from University Cr to Pembina Hwy will be receiving a renewal / rehabilitation this summer. Sections of concrete and curbs will be replaced, followed by a new layer of asphalt. Details can be found in the letter sent to residents. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS? If...
University Heights – My Comments On Bus Routes – Please Share Yours
RESIDENTS OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS TODAY Transit starts a series of 'public engagements' regarding the PROPOSED bus route changes to connect to the new Southwest Transitway opening in 2020. These public engagements will take place in a converted BUS - find the 'Ideas in...
Rooming House Sale Making Waves
(Photo Credit: Ruth Bonneville / Winnipeg Free Press) Thanks to Carol Sanders and the Winnipeg Free Press for covering this important issue on our community Revenue potential of former rooming house removed from listing Winnipeg Free Press By: Carol Sanders ...
Sky’s The Limit For U Of M Housing
Thank you to Ryan Thorpe and the Winnipeg Free Press for always providing such good coverage to the illegal rooming house issue. Much appreciated by all. Sky's the limit for U of M housing Construction begins for 16-storey complex within walking distance of Fort Garry...
Street Parking Update – University Heights
SEE Flyer delivered to residents June 28th I have confirmed with the Winnipeg Parking Authority (July 27th, 2018) that the Winnipeg Parking Authority will be removing the time restricted parking at the end of University Crescent between Pasadena and Grierson....
Planning For The Future – University Heights (Agassiz And Montcalm)
Watch the community discussion on development in Agassiz And Montcalm here. I’d like to thank residents for coming forward and expressing their desire to develop a long term plan for the community of University Heights. As a result of these discussions, and taking...
U of M’s Vibrant Vision For Southwood Unveiled
The University of Manitoba is having more discussions about the development of the Southwood lands. Recently they announced a Board of Directors to oversee development. The Winnipeg Free Press is covering a luncheon where the University is discussing a vibrant vision...
Applications For New Apartment Complex Approved
I want to thank all the residents who came out and spoke at the public hearing. Through these discussions and concerns about long term plans for University Heights, I’ve made a motion requesting the Public Service to undertake a planning study to investigate the...
Councillor’s May 2018 Update On Illegal Rooming House File
On May 15th, I attended the Ft. Richmond University Heights Neighbhourhood Association’s third Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Association formed with a vision of being a vibrant, safe and diverse neighbourhood where people take pride in their property, and work...
City of Winnipeg Studying Regulatory Licensing Requirements
MAY 2018 UPDATE - REPORT NOW RELEASED: May 7, 2018 the Review of Rental Rooms in Single Family Dwellings was released to the public following a year’s worth of study by the Public Service. This is a very detailed report that reviews the challenges and opportunities of...
Another Step Forward Towards Developing The Former Southwood Golf Course
The University of Manitoba is announcing a Board of Directors to lead the development of the Southwood Lands (former Southwood Golf Course). The Visionary (re)Generation Master Plan was approved in principle by the University Board of Governors on April 12, 2016....
AGM: Fort Richmond University Heights Neighbourhood Association
Please join myself, area residents and guests for the 3rd Ft Richmond University Heights Neighbourhood Association Annual General Meeting! DATE: Tuesday, May 15th TIME: 7:00 – 9:00 pm LOCATION: Richmond Kings Community Centre, 666 Silverstone Ave. Refreshments will be...
Local Community Bike Repair Kiosk Now OPEN!
The brand new public access community bike repair kiosk is now open!! I’m very pleased to have provided City of Winnipeg funding support to the U of M Cycle Bike Kiosk ! This brand new bike repair kiosk is located on the grounds of the University of Manitoba behind...
New Report – Tracking Illegal Rooming Houses & Enforcement
The community and I have worked with multiple departments in the City to reduce the number of issues related to the existence of illegal rooming houses. Residents and I believe we are seeing positive changes, but we need data to support this belief and the initiatives...
A Fix to Rooming-House Problem Near U of M
Here is an overview of another potential development on Pembina Highway. I encourage you to read this comprehensive overview. Thank you to the Winnipeg Free Press for covering this important project: A fix to rooming-house problem near U of M Winnipeg Free...
Expropriation of Land Moving Forward for Recreation Campus
It is important to understand, the City is able to secure additional land to expand the site. Qualico is an excellent 'city building partner' and extensive negotiations are occurring on a regular basis to ensure this site will be built to meet the communities growing...
UPDATE – Bishop Grandin Walk-Bike Bridge over Pembina Highway
CITY OF WINNIPEG - NOVEMBER, 2017 UPDATE: The next phase of the project is detailed design. While the project is currently not funded, we anticipate it will be aligned with the rehabilitation of Pembina Highway Overpass of Bishop Grandin. which is currently planned...
YOU ARE INVITED: Official Opening of Stadium Station & Bohémier Trail at Investors Group Field
Please join myself, dignitaries and member of the public for the official opening of Stadium Station at Investors Group Field, as well as the opening of the new Bohémier Trail. Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place: Investors Group Field Football...
New Bike Repair Hub at University of Manitoba
I was very pleased to provide support recently for this new initiative at the University of Manitoba. This project, which has been a few years in the making, will be of great benefit to students, faculty and the surrounding community. My thanks to the Sou'Wester for...
2-Year Progress Review – Combatting Illegal Rooming Houses in Fort Richmond & University Heights
Please join myself and members of the community for this very important discussion reflecting and preparing for next steps in combatting illegal rooming houses in our community: 2-YEAR PROGRESS REVIEW Combatting Illegal Rooming Houses in Fort Richmond and University...
Improving Active Transportation & Traffic Calming Measures in University Heights/Fort Richmond
This summary is a brief overview/history of community engagement efforts and initiatives focused on improving the Active Transportation infrastructure and enhancing safety through traffic calming measures in the communities of University Heights and Fort Richmond:...
Gardening Opportunities in King’s Park
Do you like gardening and have a few hours to spare? Pembina Active Living (55+) is currently seeking volunteers to assist with maintaining the waterfall and beautiful Hosta gardens at King's Park. Pembina Active Living (55+) is a non-profit, seniors serving...
News Coverage: Rental Housing Near University of Manitoba
Thank you to our local media for covering a challenging and complex issue which we are experiencing in the Fort Richmond and University Heights areas, as well as other neighbouroods in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert Ward. I encourage you to review this informative...
Stadium Event Zone Parking Permit Program
In order to ensure the best experience for not only fans attending events at Investors Group Field, but also the residents in the community, a comprehensive Event Day Transportation and Parking Plan has been developed by the Winnipeg Football Club, the University of...
King’s Park Upgrades – June 17 Community Meeting
King’s Park is a regional park in South Winnipeg. As a regional park, it serves a greater area than a neighbourhood park. Like many other regional parks (St. Vital Park and Crescent Drive Park), funding is becoming available for upgrades. Last winter, the City...