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- Winter road systems in Manitoba are temporary routes to remote northern communities. In many respects, they are lifelines for northern residents. Used short periods each winter, they allow people in isolated communities to buy fuel, building materials and food supplies they need to last an entire year.
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Jan 24, 2024 · Manitoba's winter road system, linking dozens of otherwise isolated communities, has started to open for the 2024 season — but some communities are still waiting for rubber to hit the ice,...
The winter road systems in Manitoba are basic access routes to remote northern communities and have no alignment standards. There are no posted speed limit signs on the land roads and the recommended speed limit for vehicles with a G.V.W. of seven tonnes or greater is 15 km/h on all ice roads.
Jan 29, 2024 · The Manitoba government, in collaboration with the federal government, invests over $9 million annually to build and maintain the winter road system. Winter roads serve over 30,000 Manitobans in 22 communities, facilitating over 2,500 shipments of goods annually.
- All anticipated opening and closing dates are subject to changes in weather and road conditions. Travel is not approved until a section officially opens as there is no regular inspection or maintenance provided for temporary closures during the season and permanent closures prior to and at the end of the season.
- The road surface can deteriorate rapidly as it is subject to changes in weather. There are also unexpected delays that may occur in this remote, isolated area.
- Proper clothing, personal medication, fuel to reach your destination, vehicle and survival equipment, satellite phone and CB communication are recommended when travelling on the winter road system.
- Prior to starting your trip you should tell a person at your destination when you expect to arrive.
- Clothing. Winter Boots, Pants & Socks. Parka or Snowmobile Suit. Two Piece Underwear. Mitts, Toque or Cap.
- Food. Chocolate or Granola Bars. Freeze Dried Food. Nuts and Raisins. Sugar and Salt. Tea Bags, Soup, Hot Chocolate. K Rations. Hot Pac Meals. Water Purification Tablets.
- Fuel. Carry enough fuel to reach your final destination, as there are no service stops provided.
- Survival Equipment. Blankets, Pillow, Sleeping Bag. First Aid Kit, Map. Flashlight, Flares. Cutlery, Multitool with Knife. Hatchet, Axe, Saw, Rope ,Wire. Mirror, Newspaper, Watch.
Winter road systems in Manitoba are temporary routes to remote northern communities. In many respects, they are lifelines for northern residents. Used short periods each winter, they allow people in isolated communities to buy fuel, building materials and food supplies they need to last an entire year.
MTI maintains the 19,000-kilometre provincial highway system. Road conditions depend on the changing weather. About 400 staff operate out of 46 maintenance yards across the province, and each yard has designated highways to maintain.
