Build and grow in the centre of Canada

Explore business opportunities and discover why investors are choosing Manitoba, Canada as their place to plant roots, grow and expand. The advantages of investing in Manitoba start from the ground up—literally. We are situated at the geographic centre of North America and serve as the northern gateway to the Mid-Continent Trade and Transportation Corridor, connecting with the United States and Mexico. Winnipeg, Manitoba’s capital city, is located just a one-hour drive from the U.S. border. 

Our economy is stable and resilient, bolstered by a skilled diverse workforce. Our expansive land comes with countless development opportunities. Combine all of that with competitive real estate and development costs and there’s no question: establishing a new company in Manitoba or expanding your existing operations locally makes excellent business sense.

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Competitive real estate and development costs

Some of the most affordable real estate in Canada, with especially cost-competitive residential/industrial property, and central Winnipeg class A office space boasting average net rental rates lower than virtually every major Canadian city. 

Connections to key ports and cities

Centrally located on the continent, due north of North Dakota and Minnesota, U.S., and home to CentrePort Canada, one of North America’s largest tri-modal inland port and Foreign Trade Zone.

Clean energy to keep business costs down

99.6% of Winnipeg's electricity comes from renewable sources with some of the lowest rates in North America, enabling businesses to operate sustainably and hit ESG goals.

Build your dream team

Well-educated, world-class talent across multiple sectors from aerospace and manufacturing to technology and creative industries.

Enviable quality of life

Affordable for families, young professionals and remote workers alike, with sophisticated urban environments, laid-back rural and bedroom communities and remote northern living options.