The city has quietly started approving secondary suites across the city. These suites are private self-contained living spaces located within the existing dwelling or somewhere on the property. Units not within the principal building may be a little more difficult to get approval on ,however the City of Winnipeg and the Province are supporting units that help pull pressure off the rental mark ...

The process for the Corydon - Osborne Neighbourhood Plan is back in action. There will be a meeting this week to re-cap and move the development of the plan forward. Come out to see the future plans for this vibrant community. This is also the perfect opportunity to give your input on plan. The meeting is 6-8pm Wednesday, Nov 13th at the Gladstone School (500 Gertrude).

 

There are some great new additions to the Elmwood and Point Douglas neighbourhoods! The new active transportation bridge across the Red River is excellent. It is built on the old Bridge piers and is now a nice new wide bike and pedestrian bridge that connects trails on either side of the Red River. Also, large in your face signs welcome you to the neighbourhoods and are an impressive entrance ...

It is nice to see the investment and densification in the Osborne Village area. Although everyone may not agree, more people = more support for local businesses and a more vibrant inner city community. There are two new multi family condo projects planned for Stradbrook Avenue in the area. One of the proposed projects is a 36 unit building to be located at 367-373 Stradbrook Ave, near Scott S ...

Now is the time to start looking for your cottage property. The latest Remax cottage report indicates that there is a pent up demand for cottage properties in Manitoba which has created an upswing in cottage properties around the province. It is more location specific as some areas of Manitoba have seen a strengthening of the market where other areas have seen a continued lull in the market d ...

Tomorrow, the City of Winnipeg's Appeal Committee will hear an appeal against the decision of the Assiniboia Community Committee to approve a Variance on the developers property. The Variance is concerned with access to a new residential community 'The Spot on Sterling Lyon'. The 13.1 acre property at 1714 Wilkes is an old industrial property currently owned by CNR. It is adjacent to the Seas ...

The 1000 Taylor Redevelopment Master Plan will be reviewed by the City Centre Community Committee (CCCC) tomorrow (April 16th) evening at 6pm. This meeting is to review and endorse the Master Plan and re-zonging of the site. This is a multi-facited project that incorporates retail, residential, and commercial uses. It is an exciting new project that will turn an under utilized property into a ...

Today is another day at the City where a decision will be made about another city defining development... the second phase of the Rapid Transit line.Why is the City of Winnipeg rushing through with the approval of transit routes and multi use major developments prior to progressing with a cohesive overlay to tie them all together, a precinct plan for the neighbourhood. It seems like there are ...

The Social Planning Council of Winnipeg is hosting a Forum tonight, called 'Whose Winnipeg', at the Millennium Library (from 6pm to 8pm). The topics are in regards to Public Processes in the grow and changing landscapes of Winnipeg. Come on out and see what is being said and ponder if there is a shift in community involvement.


 

My friends with the River Heights Residents Association have put out a survey to get your thoughts on the proposed development at 1000 Taylor, just west of the Hydro building. See the comments and link to survey below. Dear family, friends and neighbours! The River Heights Residents Association (RHRA) would like to keep the community informed about development proposals in our area.  Recent ...