Winnipeg, Brandon, Selkirk to receive 10 years of federal transit funding - Winnipeg

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Three cities in Manitoba are getting an help from the federal authorities to assist improve and modernize their transit programs.

MP Terry Duguid introduced Wednesday that Winnipeg, Brandon and Selkirk will obtain a part of a mixed $12 million annually for the following decade towards transit enhancements and upkeep — with the objective of constructing certain residents have dependable entry to public transit near dwelling.

Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham stated the funding is well timed, as town is already engaged on the event of a brand new transit community.

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“Dependable, long-term transit funding is important for Winnipeg’s development,” Gillingham stated.

“With our new transit community launching this summer time, this funding comes on the proper time, serving to us construct a extra frequent, dependable, and environment friendly system that higher connects individuals to jobs and companies.”

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The federal {dollars} come by way of the Canada Public Transit Fund, and are set to start in 2026, working via 2036.

“Getting the place it’s good to go must be fast, straightforward, and reasonably priced,” Duguid stated in an announcement.

“This funding will assist modernize transit in Winnipeg, Brandon, and Selkirk — saving individuals time, decreasing prices for riders, and making it simpler to hook up with jobs and companies.”