July 27, 2023 11:47 p.m.

City of Winnipeg and partners celebrate official opening of the Northwest Hydro Corridor Multi-Use Path

Winnipeg, MB –Committed to expanding and improving the connected network of pedestrian and cycling pathways in Winnipeg, partners from the City of Winnipeg, Province of Manitoba, Manitoba Hydro, Trails Manitoba, and Bike Winnipeg celebrated the official opening of the Northwest Hydro Corridor Multi-Use Path today.

Mayor Scott Gillingham, along with City Councillors Janice Lukes, Devi Sharma, and Vivian Santos, were joined by the Honourable Andrew Smith, Manitoba’s Minister of Municipal Relations; Colleen Galbraith, Manitoba Hydro’s Customer Energy Services Department Manager; and Tim Coffin, Executive Director of Trails Manitoba.

“I want to extend my appreciation to all those who have supported and worked to complete this key active transportation connection in north west Winnipeg,” said Councillor Devi Sharma, Old Kildonan. “This new high-quality multi-use path will allow residents and neighbours of all ages and abilities to enjoy all the related health and wellness benefits for many years to come.”

See full press release here: https://www.winnipeg.ca/news/2023-07-27-city-winnipeg-and-partners-celebrate-official-opening-northwest-hydro-corridor-multi-use-path