Sifton Road closed for construction

• Road construction continues on Sifton Road. Starting on Monday, May 5, Sifton Road will be closed west of the Campus Children’s Centre and ABC Parking Lot. No access to University Cres. via Sifton Rd. from May to early July 2025. Access to ABC Parking Lot, the Campus Children’s Centre, and St. Andrew’s College will be maintained throughout construction. See map for traffic detours and access.
• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.
• In order to reduce delays, interim pick-up and drop-off locations have been identified across the Fort Garry campus. See map for locations.
• In addition to the Sifton Road construction, campus wide road repairs are expected to commence at the end of May/early June. Temporary lane closures, barricades and flaggers can be expected across campus until the end of August.

To stay informed about traffic impacts for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, visit the Service Disruption webpage.

For any questions, contact Vanessa Jukes, MALA, CSLA, PMP, project manager, Architectural & Engineering Services, Physical Plant, at Vanessa [dot] Jukes [at] umanitoba [dot] ca.

City of Winnipeg – University Crescent construction

City of Winnipeg road construction has resumed on University Crescent from Thatcher Drive to Dysart Road. Work this spring includes the remaining installation of a new underground storm sewer and improvements to land drainage. Lane closures are expected.

• Traffic on University Crescent has been reduced to one lane in either direction from Thatcher Drive to Dysart Road.
• Construction started April 21 and will last through September/October 2025.
• Pedestrian and bicycle traffic will be slightly impacted throughout construction.
• Transit service will be maintained with temporary bus stop relocations when required. Transit reroutes may be required during special events. There will be no on-street parking.
• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required. Flaggers will be on-site at key intersections to assist traffic as needed.
• Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.
• Further road renewal will begin in late May 2025 lasting until September/October 2025. 2025 road construction will include road construction, new sidewalk construction, new lighting, and new traffic signals at Markham Road and Sifton Road.

For more information visit: University Crescent Pavement Renewals Project – Public Works – City of Winnipeg.

Questions related to City of Winnipeg road construction and infrastructure projects should be directed to 311.

City of Winnipeg – Pembina Highway Overpass at Abinojii Mikanah construction

From 2025 to 2026, the City of Winnipeg will be rehabilitating the Pembina Highway overpass at Abinojii Mikanah, partially reconfiguring the interchange, and making associated improvements to boost safety and optimize traffic flow. The project aims to enhance the overall experience for pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles, and transit users.

• Construction is expected to start May 2025 and expected to span two construction seasons with work in 2025 and 2026 occurring from May to October each year.
• Two lanes of traffic in each direction of Pembina Hwy are expected to be open throughout construction.
• Periodic closures of the off ramps are expected throughout construction.
• Pedestrian and bicycle traffic will be impacted throughout construction.
• Transit service will be maintained with temporary bus stop relocations when required. Transit reroutes may be required during special events.
• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required. Flaggers will be on-site at key intersections to assist traffic as needed.
• Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.

For more information: visit Pembina Highway Overpass at Abinojii Mikanah: Rehabilitation and Related Works Project

Questions related to City of Winnipeg road construction and infrastructure projects should be directed to 311.

These notices have been added to the Service Disruptions website, which is updated regularly. Please visit the site for up-to-date information on disruptions that could affect buildings, roadways, sidewalks and more.

City of Winnipeg – University Crescent Construction

City of Winnipeg road construction will begin soon on University Crescent from Thatcher Drive to Dysart Road. Work this fall includes the installation of a new underground storm sewer and improvements to land drainage. Lane closures are expected. See map for details.

• Periodic lane closures on University Crescent will continue from Sept. 3 until the end of November.
• Starting on or after Sept. 9, traffic on University Crescent will be reduced at times to one lane in either direction from Thatcher Drive to Dysart Road. 
• Pedestrian and bicycle traffic will be slightly impacted throughout construction.
• Transit service will be maintained with temporary bus stop relocations when required. Transit reroutes may be required during special events.
• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required. Flaggers will be on-site at key intersections to assist traffic as needed.
• Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.
• Road renewal will reconvene in May 2025 lasting until September 2025. 2025 road construction will include road construction, sidewalk and multi-use pathway upgrades, new lighting, and new traffic signals at Markham Road and Sifton Road.

Questions related to City of Winnipeg road construction and infrastructure projects should be directed to 311.

 What to know for Sifton Road and other campus areas

• Road construction continues on Sifton Road. The current closures and detours are in effect until Sept. 2. At minimum, one lane of traffic will reopen on Sifton Road starting Sept. 9.
• Sidney Smith Street will extend into the Southwood Circle development area (former Southwood Golf Course lands) starting Sept. 3. No access to southbound University Crescent. For access to southbound University Crescent, exit via Dysart Road to Saunderson Street to Freedman Crescent.
• No access to Sifton Road from Sidney Smith Street to University Crescent from Sept. 3-8.
• Parking Lot ABC is closed until Sept. 9. Permit holders and daycare pickup and drop-off to be temporarily relocated. Communications will be sent via email to those affected.
• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.
• In order to reduce delays, interim pick-up and drop-off locations have been identified across the Fort Garry campus. See map for locations.
• Campus wide road repairs will wrap up Sept. 1. Temporary lane closures, barricades and flaggers can be expected across campus until the end of August.
• A traffic calming pilot project on Maclean Crescent will begin Aug. 26. The project will use temporary measures to test traffic flow changes on Maclean Crescent to reduce traffic volumes along Dafoe Road and in the campus core.
  

  Interim pick-up/drop-off location plan, Fort Garry Campus.

To stay informed about traffic impacts for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, visit the service disruption web page.

For any questions, contact Vanessa Jukes, MALA, CSLA, PMP, project manager, Architectural & Engineering Services, Physical Plant, at Vanessa [dot] Jukes [at] umanitoba [dot] ca.

The Maclean Pilot Project will take a ‘tactical urbanism’ approach to traffic calming, where temporary materials are used (concrete barriers, planters, picnic tables, signage, etc.) to test traffic flow changes on Maclean Crescent to reduce traffic volumes along Dafoe Road and within the campus core.

This flexible pilot project allows for the testing of traffic calming measures before they are made permanent to better understand the impacts and benefits of these changes.

The project is being implemented through a partnership between the Facilities units, Parking & Transportation Services, and faculty partners, and signifies a new approach to transportation planning on campus.

Public engagement with the campus community throughout the pilot project is crucial to understanding the success of this project.

What is changing?

The pilot project will restrict traffic from heading north into the campus core from Maclean Crescent while delineating formalized pick-up and drop-off zones, seating nodes, and on-street accessible parking.

• Northbound traffic will not continue through to Dafoe Road from Maclean Crescent, and must turn left (west) onto Service Road 2S before exiting campus on Service Road 1S
• A row of on-street parking stalls will be located on the east side of Maclean Crescent in front of the Taché Arts Complex (accessed by southbound Maclean traffic coming from Dafoe).
• A pick up and drop off zone will be established on the east side of Maclean in front of Pembina Hall and Mary Speechly.
• An existing crosswalk will be relocated to the north side of Service Road 2S to better connect Arthur Mauro Residence with Pembina Hall, Taché Arts Complex, and the new Desautels Concert Hall.

The Maclean Crescent pilot project will restrict traffic from heading north into the campus core from Maclean Crescent and introduce accessible on-street parking, pick-up and drop-off zones, and seating nodes.

Why is this happening?

• Reducing pick-up & drop-off traffic from the campus core creates a safer, more accessible and welcoming pedestrian environment.
• The Climate Action Plan has identified a future goal of creating a car-free zone within the campus core. The Maclean Pilot is a first step in changing driver behaviours around pick-up & drop-off traffic.

How can I provide feedback?

• Sidewalk Chat events will be taking place on September 18th from 8am-12:30pm and October 17th from 12pm-4pm, where Campus Planning staff will be on site along Maclean Cresc. to discuss the project and answer questions.
• Provide your feedback through an online survey 
• Submit your feedback or questions to campus.planning@umanitoba.ca

For more information visit the Maclean Pilot Project web page or contact campus.planning@umanitoba.ca

Map of sidewalk closure for Oct. 19 A.M. outside the Stanley Pauley building. (Click to enlarge.)

Map of sidewalk closure for Oct. 19 A.M.

Dafoe Road has now reopened. Read on for an update on 2023 summer road construction and infrastructure renewal expected on campus.

Summer 2023 construction updates

Watch for further updates regarding construction on Dysart Road, University Crescent and corner of King’s Drive and Freedman Crescent. Barricades and safety signage will be posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles. Take caution at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety.

Currently:

• Zone 1: Dysart Road closed at Sidney Smith Street for a steam line replacement. Completion anticipated in September. See previous story: UM Today | Dysart Road closure — update (umanitoba.ca)
• Zone 2: Curry Place south of the Education Building will be impacted by storm sewer repair starting early July.
• Zone 4: University Crescent will be impacted by construction and landscape improvements throughout the summer. A watermain repair at the corner of King’s Drive and Freedman Crescent starts mid-July.
• Campus-wide road, parking lot and walkway repairs in July.

See map below. (Click to enlarge.)

To stay informed about traffic impacts for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, visit the service disruptions webpage.

For any questions, contact Vanessa Jukes Strutt, MALA, CSLA, PMP, Project Manager, Architectural & Engineering Services, Physical Plant, at Vanessa [dot] Jukes [at] umanitoba [dot] ca

Condensate leak Dysart Road

Service Disruption 2023-02-24 (pdf)

Overview: Dysart Road closed at Sidney Smith Street. Dysart Road closed north of Sinnott Building, between St Paul’s College and parking lot Q, due to a condesnate leak.

Timeframe (est.): Monday, Feb. 13, updated Feb. 24. Expected timeframe for closure is until late spring/early summer 2023.

Access to Parking Lot Q East and Parking Lot K

• East end Dysart Road converted to two-way road to provide access to parking lot Q East / K and St. John’s College drive aisle. Take Sidney Smith St. / Ralph Campbell Rd. / Sifton Rd. See map.
• No access from Parking Lot Q to Dysart Road.

Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Vanessa Jukes Strutt, Vanessa.Jukes@umanitoba.ca or 204-996-5489

Some clocks are experiencing communication issues with the University of Manitoba campus wireless network, resulting in the stationary display of 12:00 or an incorrect time display. The clock manufacturer is actively being engaged to address these issues and provide a permanent repair solution.

Impacted clocks are being temporarily returned to operation via a local repair by an O+M electrical team member and are being addressed sequentially according to reported issues raised to the Customer Service Desk.

Because there are approximately 1,100 clocks on campus, repairs will take time. We ask for the community’s patience and understanding, since associated repair response times are balanced with other electrical infrastructure needs on campus.

Please continue to report observed clock issues to the Customer Service Desk at ppwod@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-6281 to ensure that the identified clock enters the response queue.

Read on for updates on the City of Winnipeg’s road construction on University Crescent and potential impacts to your commute. Also included is an update on the UM Road Renewal Program.

Delays of 15 to 20 minutes can be anticipated during peak times for University Crescent traffic.

WHAT TO KNOW FOR UNIVERSITY CRESCENT

• Northbound lanes of University Crescent, from Thatcher Drive to Pembina Highway, are being rebuilt by the City of Winnipeg
• University Crescent reduced to one lane in either direction

• • Delays of 15 to 20 minutes should be anticipated during peak times

• Timeline: Until early October

• • IG Field event day traffic impacts are expected. See previous story and event day parking impacts for more information
• To note: This is City of Winnipeg road construction. Southbound lanes will be rebuilt in a later phase
• UM Road Construction Update: University Crescent/Freedman Crescent between Dafoe Road and King’s Drive reopens Sept. 4, 2022

PLAN AHEAD

• • Plan accordingly when accessing and leaving Fort Garry campus via University Crescent
  • Add 15 to 20 minutes to your commute at peak times
  •  Choose alternate routes, such as Pembina Highway to Chancellor Matheson Road and King’s Drive, whenever possible
  • See map below

STAY SAFE

• Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles as required
• Caution should be taken at all times during construction to ensure everyone’s safety
• Emergency vehicle access will be maintained throughout construction

PEDESTRIAN ACCESS

• Sidewalk access will be impacted during City of Winnipeg road construction. Follow signage and flaggers accordingly.
• Look forward to new active transportation routes and connections once the phased construction on University Crescent is complete in 2023/24.

ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO GET  TO CAMPUS

While roadways are under construction, and to start off the school year on an active note, try biking, taking Transit, carpooling or walking to campus. UM is linked to several active transportation corridors which make for a fast, enjoyable and safe commute to the Fort Garry campus. When you arrive on campus, there are secure lockup locations, shower facilities and repair stations if needed.

The UPass is back for students this Fall Term, make sure you get your pass validated to access unlimited Winnipeg Transit rides. There are 13 transit routes which feed into the Fort Garry campus, including Rapid Transit routes that provide a quick and seamless ride to campus.

Carpooling to campus is a great way to save money, reduce your environmental footprint and meet new people. Designated carpool stalls are available in U, Q and B lots. GoManitoba is a free platform that connects you with others who are commuting to UM. You can search for other drivers or potential passengers based on your schedule and home address.

UPDATE ON UM ROAD RENEWAL PROGRAM

• The Fort Garry campus Road Renewal Program commenced in 2018.
• Based on recommendations from a road condition assessment of the current Fort Garry campus road network, approximately 22,935 linear feet of roads (excluding Smartpark).
• Campus roads in various states of disrepair flagged for strategic repairs and renewals.
• The program has included the reconstruction of Saunderson Street, Freedman Crescent, Dafoe Road, Gillson Street, and University Crescent.
• Wherever possible, road renewal projects have included repairs to other services as required, such as electrical, steam, sewer, and water as well as new pedestrian and cycling infrastructure and landscape improvements.
• The program will pause in 2022 with future road construction expected for Dysart Road and Sifton Road, among others.
• See previous [story] for more information.

Questions or concerns regarding City of Winnipeg road construction can be directed to 311 or visit City of Winnipeg Public Works for more information.

To stay informed about traffic impacts for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists, visit the service disruption webpage.

For questions related to campus road construction, contact Vanessa Jukes Strutt, MALA, CSLA, PMP, Project Manager, Architectural & Engineering Services, Physical Plant, at Vanessa [dot] Jukes [at] umanitoba [dot] ca

There will be one-way traffic only for lanes into the University on Ingress starting at 5 p.m. (game time is 7:30 p.m.) and then both of the lanes out of the University for Egress after the game.

Markham will be available for use but please plan for delays due to heavy traffic times before and after the game — or use use Chancellor-Matheson or Kings Drive between 5 p.m. and midnight.

The filming will take place mostly outdoors, and you may see a great deal of activity, film crew personnel and extras moving around the campus. The company (10107038 Manitoba Inc.) will do its best to limit the disturbance in the area as much as possible.

All crew, cast, and extras are required to adhere to the vaccination policy on campus.

The motion picture, called Unspoken, is a drama that includes many action sequences that play out on campus. Scenes contain stunts, car crashes and simulated gunfire.

If you are nearby, you may be advised to temporarily wait at times for everyone’s personal safety. The company has agreed to do its best to redirect pedestrian traffic and keep hold times to a minimum. 

The company greatly appreciates being able to utilize the University of Manitoba campus for its movie production, and thanks the community in advance for understanding.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the company’s on-site assistant location manager on the filming day, Thomas Lubig at 204-510-9217 or our location manager, Cliff Sumter at 204-296-2828 prior to our filming day.