Winnipeg Transit (CITY OF WINNIPEG / FILE)
WINNIPEG — The federal government is investing more than $120 million over the next decade to enhance public transit in Winnipeg, Brandon, and Selkirk.
The funding, announced Wednesday by PrairiesCan Minister Terry Duguid alongside Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham, aims to support transit-oriented development and infrastructure improvements in these communities.
The three cities will receive a combined annual allocation of over $12 million from 2026 to 2036. The investment will help upgrade, replace, and modernize public transit systems while maintaining them in a state of good repair.
“Reliable, long-term transit funding is essential for Winnipeg’s growth,” said Mayor Gillingham. “With our new transit network launching this summer, this investment comes at the right time, helping us build a more frequent, reliable, and efficient system that better connects people to jobs and services.”
Officials say the funding will promote higher-density development near transit hubs, increasing housing supply and affordability.
