Portage & Main Revitalization Study

Portage & Main, Winnipeg’s iconic intersection, has long been a part of our City's narrative, playing a key role in both the physical and cultural landscapes.
The City must make significant investment in aging infrastructure at the intersection. We are studying Portage & Main to determine the cost of replacing the membrane (waterproofing layer) that protects the underground concourse. As part of this study, we are also creating a vision to enhance the public space at the intersection.
Portage & Main, Winnipeg’s iconic intersection, has long been a part of our City's narrative, playing a key role in both the physical and cultural landscapes.
The City must make significant investment in aging infrastructure at the intersection. We are studying Portage & Main to determine the cost of replacing the membrane (waterproofing layer) that protects the underground concourse. As part of this study, we are also creating a vision to enhance the public space at the intersection.
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Public engagement closed
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThank you to all who participated in public and stakeholder engagement. Public and stakeholder engagement opportunities included two pop-up events, a survey, and meetings with stakeholder organizations. Feedback is currently being considered and a summary of the engagement process will be posted online.
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We want to hear from you
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkIn Phase 1, we asked for input from property owners, business tenants, rightsholders, Downtown agencies, cultural groups, advocates, social agencies, and others who live or work near Portage & Main. Stakeholder input and technical analysis was used to draft a design vision.
Now we have some ideas for the public space at Portage & Main. These ideas focus on improving the appearance of the intersection and making it more vibrant, resilient to climate change, and welcoming to all.
Your feedback will help the project team create a vision of what the intersection could look like and how the space could be enjoyed by people that visit, live, or work near Portage & Main.
Take the online survey by May 26 or join us at a pop-up event to learn more about the ideas for the intersection, speak with the project team, and share your thoughts. The survey is also available in French/Ce sondage est également disponible en français.
Pop-up #1
Date: Wednesday, May 10
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 201 Portage Avenue (lobby)Pop-up #2
Date: Thursday, May 11
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Underground concourse near Scotiabank (accessible directions provided below)Accessible directions to pop-up #2
- Enter 330 Main Street (there is a drop-off area in front of this building).
- Go through the double doors and turn right; the elevators are on the right side of the hallway.
- Take the elevator to C – Concourse / Winnipeg Square.
- Turn right when leaving the elevators.
- Follow the concourse to the Portage & Main circus.
- Go through the doors and press the “call car” button to take the elevator down.
- Turn left when leaving the elevator to find the pop-up.
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Phase 1 stakeholder engagement
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkIn spring of 2022, we met with key stakeholders to discuss the project and get their insight about what Portage & Main is now and what it could be in the future. During the summer, we held a workshop with stakeholders to identify opportunities to make Portage & Main more vibrant, resilient to climate change, and welcoming to all.
The Stakeholder Engagement Summary and appendices from Phase 1 are now available and provide an overview of the feedback collected for the project.
Thank you to all the stakeholders who participated. Stakeholder input helped develop ideas for the design of the shared public space at Portage & Main.
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How can we help?
If you have questions or require alternate formats, interpretation or any additional accommodations to participate, please visit engage.winnipeg.ca/help or contact:
portagemain@argylepr.com | |
204-410-2050 |
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Timeline
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Project begins
Portage & Main Revitalization Study has finished this stageFall 2021
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Background research and analysis
Portage & Main Revitalization Study has finished this stageWinter 2022
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Stakeholder engagement
Portage & Main Revitalization Study has finished this stageSpring to Summer 2022
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Review feedback and technical analysis
Portage & Main Revitalization Study has finished this stageFall 2022
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Public & stakeholder engagement
Portage & Main Revitalization Study has finished this stageWinter to Spring 2023
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Develop recommended vision and cost estimates
Portage & Main Revitalization Study is currently at this stageSummer 2023
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Council Review
this is an upcoming stage for Portage & Main Revitalization StudyFall 2023
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Detailed design*
this is an upcoming stage for Portage & Main Revitalization StudyTo be determined
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Construction*
this is an upcoming stage for Portage & Main Revitalization StudyTo be determined
*Subject to Council approval and funding
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Engagement type
Consult Share feedback on pre-determined options. |