MB: Winnipeg Transit to Benefit from Infrastructure Funding

June 6, 2018
The bilateral funding agreement announced by the federal and provincial governments Monday stands to boost Winnipeg Transit significantly. At least that is the expectation of Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman.

The bilateral funding agreement announced by the federal and provincial governments Monday stands to boost Winnipeg Transit significantly. At least that is the expectation of Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman.

Manitoba was earmarked for $1.1 billion in funding, and given Winnipeg’s size, Mayor Bowman said he wants to make sure it gets its share of the pie.

While the mayor said he doesn’t yet know the total amount the city stands to receive, he estimates the figure at around $733 million.

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