Council Decision

On March 21, 2024, Council approved the recommended design vision for the Portage & Main intersection with the exception that future designs should include street-level pedestrian crossings. Future design work will be included in the upcoming Rapid Transit (Downtown Corridors) Preliminary Design Study.

Recommended design vision of Portage & Main looking northwestRecommended design vision of Portage & Main looking northwest

Council also approved the following items related to the Portage & Main intersection and concourse:

  • Open the street-level pedestrian crossing at Portage & Main by July 1, 2025.
  • Determine the steps, costs, and traffic impacts required to decommission and close the concourse to public access.
  • Consult with the Winnipeg Arts Council in an effort to address concerns related to the public art in the concourse.


For a detailed list of items approved by Council, read the minutes from the Council meeting.

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