Should the Trans-Canada Highway Be Expanded to Four Lanes Through Whiteshell?
Official title: PTH 1 - Conceptual Design Study
Manitoba wants to widen the Trans-Canada Highway from two lanes to four lanes near the Ontario border. The stretch runs through Whiteshell Provincial Park. The government says it'll improve safety, handle summer traffic better, and keep park visitors separate from highway traffic.
Why This Matters
Drive the Trans-Canada through Manitoba? This stretch near Ontario is a bottleneck, especially in summer. The expansion could mean safer, faster trips—but it also cuts through a beloved provincial park. If you've camped at Whiteshell or use this highway for work or travel, your input matters.
What Could Change
A new four-lane highway would replace the current two-lane stretch from west of PR 301 to the Ontario border. New interchanges and overpasses would separate park traffic from through traffic. Construction decisions won't happen for years—this is the planning phase.
Key Issues
- Which route corridor should the expanded highway follow?
- How should the highway design protect the Whiteshell Provincial Park experience?
- What criteria should be used to evaluate route alternatives?
How to Participate
- Review the corridor alternatives and evaluation criteria materials provided by the Project Team.
- Complete the online survey by March 5th to share your input on the proposed alternatives.