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WINNIPEG – It’s official, the CentrePort South development, which is the city of Winnipeg lands within the inland port, has officially started with the advancement of key tenders for Phase 1A water and wastewater servicing and the creation of a dedicated development team to fast-track construction activities.

According to a city release, CentrePort South spans 1,800 developable acres, featuring a 500-acre residential project and 1,100 acres of industrial development, including a new industrial park on the Winnipeg Airports Authority campus. Once fully developed, the area is expected to generate over 16,000 person-years of employment and nearly $80 million annually in tax revenue for Winnipeg.

“This is a transformative opportunity for our city, promising to create thousands of jobs and thousands of new homes,” said Mayor Scott Gillingham in a statement. “We’re committed to making CentrePort South a thriving hub for growth and innovation by streamlining processes and investing in supporting infrastructure, like the Chief Peguis Trail extension and Route 90 renewal.”

The newly-formed CentrePort South Development Support Team is meant to help streamline the review of development applications, ensure prompt processing of permits and maintain a competitive development environment.

Led by Matt Dryburgh, senior manager of economic development at the City of Winnipeg, the team includes members from various civic departments including water and waste, public works, planning, property and development and the economic development office.

Following the commitment of more than $74 million by the city and province for Phase 1A of the water and wastewater infrastructure, key activities are underway, including:

• Interceptor and Feeder Main: Tenders were awarded in June, with anticipated completion by Q4 and Q3 2025, respectively.
• Lift Station: Tender closes end of August, with anticipated completion by Q3 2026.
• Force Main: Tender closes early August, with anticipated completion by Q3 2026.

The release states this progress ensures both residential and industrial projects, including the airport’s industrial project, can begin in 2025.