The Manitoba government is investing $21.2 million in highway infrastructure upgrades in the Interlake region, including projects in the Rural Municipality of St. Clements and near Winnipeg Beach.
Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor announced the funding, noting the projects are intended to improve road safety, support increasing traffic volumes and enhance connectivity for residents, businesses and visitors.
“Our government is pleased to share these important infrastructure investments with municipal partners as we connect with communities across the province,” Naylor said in a news release. “These projects will improve road conditions, enhance passing opportunities and support safe, reliable travel for residents, local businesses and visitors to the Interlake region.”
In the RM of St. Clements, surface restoration work will be completed on Provincial Trunk Highway 59. The projects include $1.1 million in southbound surface restoration between PTH 44 and PTH 4, as well as $1.8 million in northbound surface restoration between PTH 44 and Provincial Road 317. Both projects are scheduled for construction this summer.
The largest investment is planned along PTH 8 near Winnipeg Beach, where the province will spend $18.3 million to reconstruct the passing lane between PTH 67 and PR 231. Construction is expected to be completed by fall 2027.
According to the province, the improvements will extend the lifespan of the highways, improve traffic flow and provide safer passing opportunities for motorists, particularly during peak travel periods.
The projects form part of Manitoba’s ongoing investment in transportation infrastructure aimed at improving safety and mobility across the province.
